I never understood why we needed a made up holiday to tell people we love them. To show them they are cared for. To surprise them with unexpected notes of appreciation. Valentine’s Day has always been so odd to me. …
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Susan McMartin
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And then news of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death came in. Shock. Sadness. Anger. Wishing what I was hearing was wrong. A mistake. A bad joke. And yet… I knew it wasn’t. I knew he had fought drug and alcohol abuse …
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(This Column Originally Posted December 13, 2010) This is the week my daughter turns 9 years old. And, as with every birthday that comes around, I find myself looking at baby pictures, reading old journal entries, taking down the baby …
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From the time I can remember I always heard the phrase, You’re just a phone call away. Growing up in a home of artists that saying was chanted over and over in the light of day and even more so …
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First lemon from our new lemon tree! Perfect way to ring out one year and ring in a new.
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I will have a new column next Monday. Have a very merry and safe Christmas! XOXO
Read more →In 24 hours and on a shoestring budget my incredible friend and designer, Debra Olson, helped me turn my neglected rooftop balcony into the sexiest spot in the house! A place for meditating, marshmallows and making out! Merry Christmas to …
Read more →I have gotten to work with and know some of the most amazing people. Writers, musicians, actors, painters, humanitarians, teachers, students, mothers, fathers, dreamers, believers. They have inspired me, intimidated me, taught me, moved me. Thank you.
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My girl is 12 years old today. Her life has made the world a better place.
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Mine was GRATITUDE. What was yours?
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