James & Jax

When BlogHer invited me to read and review a book called Why Women Need Fat, I was equal parts intrigued and afraid. Nutrition has been an interest of mine ever since I took a college elective course about it in the mid-90s. Over the years, I’ve read my share of books about nutrition, and my [...]

Yesterday, I started jonesing on my lunchbreak for some magazines. Since I had to stop at the grocery store for some dinner ingredients, I peeked at their selection of magazines, hoping to find some related to health, fitness, and general well-being that I haven’t already read–given that I’m a magazine junkie. I was surprised by [...]

Since last weekend when I started reading One Day, I hadn’t made much progress with it–until today, that is. Thanksgiving week is simply too busy for doing much reading. But the weekend after Thanksgiving is perfect for snuggling under a blanket with a book while all the crazies do their shopping. Sorry, crazies. I don’t [...]

I’m a magazine-loving freak. My favorites at this time are Whole Living, BUST, & Parenting. I think that says an awful lot about me–I am mindful of holistic well-being, I’m a bit of a feminist who adores the arts, and I love being a (semi-crunchy) mom. In addition to those 3 magazines, I also receive [...]

As a working mom with a long to do list and a toddler (and a husband and a dog), I struggle with finding time to read books in peace and quiet. Can you relate? This week has been particularly challenging because I’ve had things to do each day on my lunch break, which is my [...]