I Signed My First Book Contract
I did it! I signed my first book contract! I can still hardly believe it. Who would have thought it would have been this hard? I never knew the odds, and it’s probably better off…
Large Art Idea For a Dorm + Move In Day
We’re back from UNCW, and I am happy to say Shane is settled in. While I am still grieving the end of such a magical time as a mom, I am also thrilled for Shane’s…
What I Would Tell My Younger Self On This Birthday
I remember being in my twenties, and this day felt like a lifetime away. Fifty seemed so old, and yet, being here, I feel a sense of awakening and purpose like I never have before….
Best Beach Reads For Summer
When I think back to all the summer reading programs I participated in as a kid, I can count the books I liked on one hand. I always felt inclined to do it because all…
Budget Decorating · Fall · Personal · Project Gallery · Seasons · Summer · writing
I Can Do Hard Things-But Not These Two Together
I can do hard things, but no amount of guts, grit, and tenacity could prepare me for this. When I finished book #2 in April, we set off to visit the last college on our…
Before and After · BHG · Budget Decorating · DIY · makeover · Personal · Project Gallery
I Made it to Newsday, My Dad Would Be Proud
No matter how old we are, we still want the approval of our parents. When we have exciting news to share, often, they are the first ones we want to share it with. At least,…
Six Things That Made Me Happier
Do you ever feel like you’re sleepwalking through life? You want to love your life again, but you’re stuck, and you don’t know how to change the rhythm? You can list all the reasons why…
My Book-The House That Fixed Me, An Update + Summary
This is a FIRST! I am finally sharing the title and summary of my book, eek! The House That Fixed Me is a WIP Women’s Fiction/Romance set in the Hamptons and North Fork of Long…
City Farmhouse by Jennifer OBrien Has a Whole New Look!
If you’ve hopped on my website recently, you probably noticed that City Farmhouse by Jennifer OBrien got a makeover! I have to say it was long overdue. It is now easy to search and navigate….
Giving Ourselves The Praise We Deserve
We deserve to give ourselves praise, to sit in our victories, no matter how small or big, and tell ourselves we are enough more often. Honestly, I’m getting too old not to be kinder to…
What I’m Loving Right Now-From Home to Beauty to Entertainment
Happy New Year friends! I hope you had a nice holiday break. Ours was interesting. Shane was exposed to Covid on Christmas Eve Eve so he was quarantined. I missed Christmas Eve with my family…
Last Minute Sporty Holiday Gift Guide For Him
Still in need of a holiday gift idea for the sporty and casual fella in your life? I’ve got you covered with this custom gift guide for him. I have to admit, I’m a heavy…