Here are samples of my work. Most are direct links to other websites, but a few are in PDF format. In some cases you’ll have to scroll down the page to view the article, and I noted those instances in the description.
Personal Essays | Mindful Living | Writing Life | Law & Legal Profession |
Reviews | Columns & Blogs
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Signs of Spring (WAMU’s Metro Connection – March 2008) Scroll down the page to listen to this commentary. It’s about spring . . . with a twist. |
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The Sonogram Technician (Literary Mama – Feb. 2008) A poem about a woman who helped me through a difficult time. |
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Taking a Stab at Acupuncture (Conscious Choice – Jan. 2008) This article describes how the emotional pain of infertility led me to the physical pain of acupuncture (kidding – the needles don’t hurt that badly).
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Beyond Leo (Mothering.com – Oct. 2007) This web exclusive (on Mothering.com) is a personal essay on miscarriage. |
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A Cup of Comfort for Writers (Adams Media – Aug. 2007) This anthology includes my essay about a night I went to see Anne Lamott give a reading. |
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Love at 48th Sight (Happen – June 2007) This piece tells the story of how my husband and I fell in love – eventually. |
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Waltzing through a Marriage’s First Test (The Washington Post – Feb. 2007) This piece talks about how I spun my way through a wedding dance even though I have two left feet. |
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From Glutton to Green (Whole Life Times – Dec. 2006) This article talks about moving from a wasteful youth to a more mindful adulthood. |
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This tale talks about a journey in my life – both inside and outside the yoga studio. |
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Sleepy Time Troubles (Whole Life Times – May 2006) In this personal essay I share my struggles with insomnia.
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Livin’ La Vida Local (Northern Virginia – Aug. 2007) Local Virginia farmers talk about the business of sustainable agriculture. |
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Uncorking Organic Wine (Whole Life Times – Sept. 2007) Scroll down the page to read about a sustainable wine tour in Santa Barbara. |
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Have Cause, Will Travel (Common Ground – July 2007) This piece highlights alternative tours that may be coming to a neighborhood near you. |
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Love the Landscape, Lose the Lawn (Common Ground – June 2007) Eco-friendly ideas for your yard. |
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Status Bags for Bookworms (Whole Life Times – May 2007) Scroll down the page to read this piece that profiles a woman who recycles books into adorable purses. |
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Bikini Boot Camp (Portovert – May 2007) This piece spotlights an eco-retreat in Tulum, Mexico. |
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Vino-Green-O (Whole Life Times – April 2007) This piece spotlights French Rabbit – a vintage wine that comes in a recyclable “Tetra-Prisma” package. |
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A McHelping Hand (Northern Virginia – March 2007) Contact me for a copy of this piece that profiles a family’s stay at the Ronald McDonald House charity when their baby was hospitalized. |
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Marry in the Buff (Portovert – Jan. 2007) Contact me for a copy of this piece that talks about the benefits of opting to keep your nails polish-free. |
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I Do . . . Want My Wedding to Match My Values (Whole Life Times – Jan. 2007) Scroll down the page to read about Portovert, a green weddings e-zine. |
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Your Ass is Grass (Whole Life Times – Sept. 2006) Scroll down the page to read up on “grass-fed” labels. |
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Gore Keeps Going and Going and Going (Whole Life Times – July 2006) Scroll down the page for an article about the latest planet-saving ploy from America’s once-future president. |
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In Search of a Greener Tomorrow (Whole Life Times – June 2006) Scroll down the page for this piece that highlights Greenopia, a directory of green businesses in LA. |
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Give an Iota, Drink Biota (Whole Life Times – May 2006) This piece profiles bottled water that comes in a biodegradable container.
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How to Pitch: Happen (mediabistro.com – Feb. 2008) An article for those interested in writing about dating and the single life. |
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Personal Essay Markets Part II (mediabistro.com – Jan. 2008) A piece highlighting 15 additional personal essays markets for writers. |
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Personal Essay Markets Part I (mediabistro.com – Jan. 2008) A piece highlighting 15 personal essay markets for writers. |
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Writer’s Camp (FPO magazine – Oct. 2007) An updated version of my article “Voice from the Other Side” that originally appeared on mediabistro. |
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How to Pitch: Washingtonian (mediabistro.com – Sept. 2007) An article for those interested in writing for this DC-city magazine. |
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What to do When You Get Stiffed on Freelance Pay (mediabistro.com – Sept. 2007) A step-by-step guide on getting the freelance pay you’re owed |
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Off the Dole (Writer’s Digest – Sept. 2007) Financial tips for freelance writers. |
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The Slippery Slope of Simultaneous Submissions (mediabistro.com – August 2007) This article reviews the pros and cons of pitching the same idea to multiple outlets at once. |
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A Conversation with Rebecca Walker (Literary Mama – June 2007) This profile of feminist and author Rebecca Walker discusses pregnancy, memoirs, and motherhood. |
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Make Writing Group Magic (mediabistro.com – June 2007) Tips on forming a successful writing group. |
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How to Pitch: Whole Life Times (mediabistro.com – June 2007) An article for those interested in writing for this green magazine. |
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How to Pitch: California Lawyer (mediabistro.com – June 2007) An article for those interested in writing for this legal publication. |
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Voice from the Other Side (mediabistro.com – June 2007) I interviewed nearly 30 freelance writers for this piece offering a perspective from our side of the desk. |
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Make Writing Group Magic (mediabistro – June 2007) An article offering tips on forming a successful writers’ group.
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Copyrights & Wrongs (FPO magazine – Spring 2008) This piece offers guidelines for publications to help them avoid the unauthorized use of copyrighted material. |
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Nothing Short of Incredible (Pepperdine Law – Dec. 2006) The story of Ron Phillips, Dean Emeritus of Pepperdine School of Law. |
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Creating a Legacy (Pepperdine Law – Dec. 2006) This article delves into the purpose and value of endowed funds. |
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Reflections of a Judge (Pepperidne Law – Fall 2005) The Honorable Harry T. Shafer discusses the founding of Pepperdine law school. |
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Woman Who Mean Business (Pepperdine Voice – Summer 2005) This article profiles nine Pepperdine alumnae who turned their passion into their own small business. |
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Money Tree (Daily Journal – November 2004) This piece offers financial advice to young lawyers. |
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Ten Tips to a Top Grade (Student Lawyer – October 2004) This article discusses unique studying tips to improve law students’ exam grades.
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Dancing to the Dead (Northern Virginia – Nov. 2007) A spotlight on Dead Men’s Hollow, a bluegrass group that revs spirits. |
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Animal Magic (Whole Life Times – Dec. 2007) Scroll down the page to read a review of this CD full of folktales from around the world. |
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Animal, Vegetable, Miracle (Whole Life Times – Aug. 2007) Scroll down the page to read this book review of Barbara Kingsolver’s hilarious and eye-opening journey of subsisting on local foods for one year. |
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Forging Ahead of the Fork in the Road (Literary Mama – June 2007) A review of Rebecca Walker’s memoir Baby Love, this article also includes a little bit about my experience with pregnancy. |
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Twinkie Deconstructed (Whole Life Times – April 2007) Scroll down the page to read this book review of one author’s quest to track down the origins of the 39 ingredients in a Twinkie. |
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Hurricane on the Bayou (Whole Life Times – Dec. 2006) Scroll down the page to read this review of IMAX’s documentary that planned to “warn” viewers of a potential hurricane, but wound up catching a real one – Katrina – on film. |
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The Overachievers (Whole Life Times - Sept. 2006) Scroll down the page for a review of Alexandra Robbins’ fascinating read about America’s youth and their drive to be accepted to a top-tier college. |
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The Secret (Whole Life Times - Sept. 2006) Scroll down the page to read a review about the movie The Secret. |
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An Inconvenient Truth (Whole Life Times - June 2006) A review of Al Gore’s slideshow-turned-blockbuster flick An Inconvenient Truth. |
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Coral Tree Express: An Organic Oasis in the Food Court Desert (Whole Life Times - Apr. 2006) A restaurant review of Century City’s organic eatery Coral Tree Express.
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I blog about yoga and mindful eating for Wasa. Visit the blog by clicking here. |
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Each month I write a column for Whole Life Times titled What Counts? The numbers highlight social and environmental issues. For a full list of columns, contact me. View some samples below:
What Counts (Whole Life Times – January 2008) What Counts? (Whole Life Times – June 2007) What Counts? (Whole Life Times – March 2007) What Counts? (Whole Life Times – Dec. 2006) What Counts? (Whole Life Times - Aug. 2006) |
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I’m the former “Ask a Blogger” columnist for the MaHC. View samples below: Ask a Blogger – Column 12 |
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