Personal Essays

Clean Living (Yoga Journal – June 2010)

This article talks about how my struggles with infertility caused me to examine my environment and my thoughts.

Shooting Stars: L.A. Stargazing Sans Celebs (Whole Life Times – April 2010)

Click on the above link to read my essay about meteor showers . . . then head outdoors tonight.

Autumn Walks (WAMU’s Metro Connection – Oct. 2009)

Scroll down the page to listen to my radio commentary about how taking walks can help rekindle friendships.

Bicoastal Move (Los Angeles Times – November 2008)

This essay in the Health section talks about how moving from LA to DC left me SAD, but determined to lighten up.

Wired (Open Air – November 2008)

For a first person account of my zip lining adventure in Boone, North Carolina, check out the article in USA TODAY’s active lifestyle magazine.

After “I Do,” A Time for Separation From Too Much Stuff (The Washington Post – July 2008)

An essay about “space-casing” our home. An external process that felt like an internal cleansing.

Signs of Spring (WAMU’s Metro Connection – March 2008)

Scroll down the page to listen to this radio commentary. It’s about spring...with a twist.

The Sonogram Technician (Literary Mama – Feb. 2008)

A poem about a woman who helped me through a difficult time.

Taking a Stab at Acupuncture (Whole Life Times – January 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).

Beyond Leo (Mothering.com – Oct. 2007)

This web exclusive (on Mothering.com) is a personal essay on miscarriage.

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.

Love at 48th Sight (Happen – June 2007)

This piece tells the story of how my husband and I fell in love – eventually.

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.

From Glutton to Green (Whole Life Times – Dec. 2006)

This article talks about moving from a wasteful youth to a more mindful adulthood.

Yogi Incognito (Miamian - summer 2006)

This tale talks about a journey in my life – both inside and outside the yoga studio.

Sleepy Time Troubles (Whole Life Times – May 2006)

In this personal essay I share my struggles with insomnia.

Mindful Living

Fields of Dreams (More – July/Aug. 2010)

This article profiles five former desk workers who turned their passion for nature into a livelihood.

Healthier Alternatives to Sugar (USA Weekend – March 2010)

This piece gives the sweet scoop on raw honey, agave nectar, and stevia.

Can Foods Aid Fertility? (USA Weekend – January 2010)

This piece suggests foods to eat (and some to avoid) when trying to conceive.

If you’re looking for an activity-oriented vacation, consider these seven adventure yoga retreats.

Kitchen Medicine (Yoga Journal – Nov. 2009)

This article on Ayurvedic medicine discusses how to steep herbs and spices to make healing tonics.

Genuinely Green (Whole Life Times – Oct. 2009)

Ideas on how to run an eco-friendly business with profiles of three eco-preneurs.

A Picture of Health (Whole Life Times – Nov. 2008)

A guide to winter seasonal issues with advice from holistic practitioners.

What’s Up with Clouds? (USA Weekend – June 2008)

An article that takes an alternative look at cloudy days.

Bringing Up Baby (Whole Life Times – June 2008)

A piece highlighting trends in the progressive parent’s path to familial bliss.

Livin’ La Vida Local (Northern Virginia – Aug. 2007)

Local Virginia farmers talk about the business of sustainable agriculture.

Love the Landscape, Lose the Lawn (Whole Life Times – June 2007)

Eco-friendly ideas for your yard.

Vino-Green-O (Whole Life Times – April 2007)

This piece spotlights French Rabbit, a vintage wine that comes in a recyclable package.

Give an Iota, Drink Biota (Whole Life Times – May 2006)

This piece profiles bottled water that comes in a biodegradable container.

Writing Life

Based on a True Story (Writer’s Digest – July/Aug. 2010)

This essay talks about how a chance encounter with James Frey led me to question the nature of memoir.

Retirement Plans for Writers (EditorUnleashed.com – July 2009)

This piece discusses retirement plan options for freelance writers.

Personal Essay Markets, Part III (mediabistro.com – July 2009)

Part three of a three part series highlighting personal essay markets for writers.

Personal Essay Markets Part II (mediabistro.com – Jan. 2008)

Part two in a three part series highlighting personal essay markets for writers. This article was originally published in January 2008 and updated in July 2009.

Personal Essay Markets Part I (mediabistro.com – Jan. 2008)

Part one in a three part series highlighting personal essay markets for writers. This article was originally published in January 2008 and updated in July 2009.

Writer’s Camp (FPO magazine – Oct. 2007)

Freelance writers offer perspectives from our side of the desk.

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

Off the Dole (Writer’s Digest – Sept. 2007)

Financial tips for freelance writers.

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.

A Conversation with Rebecca Walker (Literary Mama – June 2007)

This profile of feminist and author Rebecca Walker discusses pregnancy, memoirs, and motherhood.

Make Writing Group Magic (mediabistro.com – June 2007)

Tips on forming a successful writing group.

Law & Legal Profession

Breaking the Rules (California Lawyer – January 2009)

This piece talks about the challenges of being a black and white thinker in a big gray world.  

Copyrights & Wrongs (FPO magazine – Spring 2008)

This piece offers guidelines for publications to help them avoid the unauthorized use of copyrighted material.

Nothing Short of Incredible (Pepperdine Law – Dec. 2006)

The story of Ron Phillips, Dean Emeritus of Pepperdine School of Law.

Reflections of a Judge (Pepperidne Law – Fall 2005)

The Honorable Harry T. Shafer discusses the founding of Pepperdine law school.

Women Who Mean Business (Pepperdine Voice – Summer 2005)

This article profiles nine Pepperdine alumnae who turned their passion into their own small business.

Money Tree (Daily Journal – November 2004)

Dave Ramsey offers financial advice to young lawyers.

Ten Tips to a Top Grade (Student Lawyer – October 2004)

This article discusses unique studying tips to improve law students’ exam grades.

Reviews

Need Inspiration for Spring Cleaning? (USA Weekend – February 2010)

This piece talks about the anthology Dirt, where 38 writers share their secrets about house cleaning.

Explore Your Self Image with These Books (USA Weekend – February 2010)

Weight; money; social pressures; expectations. In these four books, the authors explore how such touchy topics play a role in defining their self-perception.
 

Five Unique Finds for Book Lovers (USA Weekend – December 2009)

The five books profiled in this article are all written in an unconventional way.

For Good Health, Write Your Woes (USA Weekend – November 2009)

Studies show writing can improve your health. The books in this article will help you put pen to paper.

Can Autism Be Healed (USA Weekend – June 2009)

 Jenny McCarthy shares her favorite book picks in this article about autism.

Four Unforgettable Memoirs (USA Weekend – May 2009)

The books in this article highlight memoirs written before the genre was so popular.

The Fight for Fertility (USA Weekend – May 2009)

The four books spotlighted in this article all share personal stories of infertility.

From a Creature’s Point of View (USA Weekend – Nov. 2008)

This article highlights five books written from an animal’s perspective.

DVD Insider: Wall-E (USA Weekend – Nov. 2008)

An eHarmony expert offers his thoughts about the robot romance in this Pixar movie.

Homeschooling: A Family’s Journey (Whole Life Times – Aug. 2008)

This article discusses a book that chronicles a parent’s journey of homeschooling six kids.

Forging Ahead of the Fork in the Road (Baby Love – June 2007)

A review of Rebecca Walker’s memoir Baby Love, this article also includes a little bit about my experience with pregnancy.

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.

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.

Columns & Blogs

I’m the Green Scene columnist for The Washington Examiner. View sample columns.

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 a sample by clicking here

I’m the former yoga blogger for Wasa crispbread. Contact me for sample posts.