Spring Fever...

Every year when the tips of those bright yellow daffodils 

begin to bloom I get serious case of spring fever.

Alas, it's begun!

Grow...

in unexpected places!

Hello, World! board books

I'm excited to share that the next two books in the Hello, World! series that I'm writing & illustrating for Random House Kids is now out. 

Birds & Backyard Bugs are board books for toddlers that give a colorful, basic but fun introduction to each topic. 

The Hello, World! series was developed by myself & my wonderful editor as a way to share simple concepts about nature & science.  Watching the series grow has been so rewarding! Two new books will be out spring 2018. (Dinosaurs & My Body)  

It is my hope that these books bring families & young readers the same happiness they've provided me with.

Happy Reading!

Me signing some copies of the Hello, World! series at Barnes & Noble.

Vanilla Meringue Cookies

Tried a more sophisticated treat for the 3rd grade Friendship party at school.

These cookies & the passionfruit sparkling water got mixed reviews.

Fun to watch them try new things! (pushing the palate forward...)

Homemade Valentines

*Because I don't like to miss an opportunity to tell special people in my life I love them!

Ooh-La-La!

Daydreaming about a trip to Paris.  

February is my least favorite month of the year.  

Makes me want to pack my bags & wander the world.

Hello, February!

When I think of February I think of LOVE.

Then I smile because I know spring is just around the corner.