Naïveté at the Nativity – Revisited
This is one of my favorite holiday posts, because it demonstrates so perfectly the dynamics of my family. In fact, it may just become an annual post. Enjoy, and please feel free to share your holiday program mishaps… You know, so I don’t feel so dysfunctional and whatnot. My kids make up eighty percent of … Read more
If You Read Naked, They Will Come
I may have mentioned, on occasion, I’m terrified of reading in public. Someone suggested to me the old trick of imagining the audience naked in order to put me at ease. Have you SEEN my audiences? Sure, they’re fine, handsome folks, but between people from my church and family members, I think it best not … Read more
Woodinville Wine Country, Washington – Woodinville: Bottles, Books, And Babes
Woodinville Wine Country, Washington – Woodinville: Bottles, Books, And Babes You like books, right? Since you’re reading, I’m gonna guess you like me a little bit, too. I know you’ll love my friends, Corbin Lewars and Monica Murphy LeMoine, when you meet them. What? That’s not enough to get you off the sofa on a … Read more
Get the "F" Outta Here!
That’s right… You know what word I’m talking about. It’s that four-letter word that makes you feel dirty; makes you feel like running and hiding, lest anyone see how uncomfortable it makes you. C’mon, now, spell it with me… F – E – A – R! Confession: I am terrified to read in public. I … Read more
Upcoming Events and Appearances
Happy 10th Birthday, Odd Hours Books! Celebration and Author Appearance Saturday, July 10, 2010 Celebration 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Author Appearance 3:00 – 5:00 PM East Wenatchee, Washington Ten years ago, Cindy Davis took her place as the owner of Odd Hours Books in East Wenatchee, Washington. To celebrate, she’s throwing a party all … Read more
New on My List of Cool Places
SweetRiver Bakery. Deliciously funky, amazingly friendly management, excellent service and a wonderful menu. What’s more, Mr. Wright’s band, Waterdog, is performing at this very minute in the courtyard. Also – and this is important – beer, wine, and superb coffee. Near Pateros? Head on down!
Like I Said… Fame and Fortune
Maybe you thought I was exaggerating a wee bit when I said I was on the road to fame and fortune. O, ye of little faith! I’ve recently been published in Hip Mama #45. In fact, if you look closely, you’ll see I made the cover (“Child Rearing Lessons from the Frat House”)! Since Hip … Read more
Naïveté at the Nativity
My kids make up eighty percent of the children and youth in our church, so there’s little question that they will be cast in the Christmas production each year. The competition for roles is—what’s the word I’m looking for? Oh, yes… “nonexistent.” In fact, it’s not unusual for a single child to play two or … Read more
Is This an Intervention?
I had twenty-five days in which to apply for a forty-five day special occasion permit from the Washington State Liquor Control Board. No problem. Two days before the Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) event, I didn’t have a bartender. The morning of the event, I still didn’t know if one of … Read more
Bad Gratitude Monday (Even Though…)
1. Even though one of my acts canceled for the Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) festival coming up on Saturday, I am grateful for the amazing women (and men) who are committed to making it a great show. 2. Even though the three-person belly dance that I’m performing in on Saturday … Read more
The Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) Tour in Chelan, Washington!
The talented mamas of Motherhood: From Egg to Zine (and everything in between) (ME2Z) are heating things up in sunny Lake Chelan, Washington on August 1st! ME2Z is a literary and arts performance tour of moms, grandmas, and would-be moms whose mission is to celebrate motherhood and passionate creativity of women. Pack up your beach … Read more
I’ve Got a Bad Gratitude (I Hate Mondays)
Monday Monday, can’t trust that day, Monday Monday, sometimes it just turns out that way…Oh Monday morning, you gave me no warning of what was to be Oh Monday Monday, how could you leave, and not take me? Every other day, every other day, Every other day of the week is fine, yeah But whenever … Read more
Confidential to Crimes of the Heart Attendees
Should you find yourself in Chelan’s Performing Arts Center, and should you find yourself taking in a performance of Crimes of the Heart, and should you find yourself witnessing a scene in which Lenny and Babe are laughing maniacally in a sleep-deprived hysteria… …just know that laughing like that, night after night, is tough. Really … Read more
EAT YOUR "HEART" OUT!
Did you make it to opening night of Chelan Valley Players’ newest production, Crimes of the Heart? If not, you don’t know what you’re missing! The play, written by Beth Henley, is 48 hours in the life of the Magrath sisters, Lenny, Meg and Babe. Lenny’s just turned thirty, although no one but her snooty … Read more
Sometimes, I’m the One Who Sucks
When I auditioned for Crimes of the Heart, I sort of secretly hoped I wouldn’t get cast. It sounds awful, I know, but I really have a lot going on. I kept thinking about the seven kids who needed help with homework, rides to and from therapy appointments, a mama to cook dinner for them … Read more
Crimes of the Heart – I’ve Committed a Few
The Gonzo Mama has come out of retirement, after twelve years offstage. The last theater production I was in was A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, back when I had only one kid. My remarkably similar-looking best friend and I played the Geminae twins. We didn’t have any lines, but it’s … Read more
So, You Think You Can Belly Dance?
As the new year begins, I am more determined than ever to attend my weekly belly dance classes. I’m not delusional. I know I’m not getting any better. The thing is, I am way more competitive and stubborn than I am devoted, and one of my fellow mamas is preparing to shake her hips for … Read more
