In this episode I talk with Doug McIntyre, noted opinion columnist with the Southern California News Group, about writing the next chapter of his life. Listen to the questions Doug has asked himself, and lessons he has learned from that are driving the narrative of this chapter. Then consider how you want to write the next chapter of your life.   Doug's writing appears every Sunday in the Los Angeles Daily News, Orange County Register, Long Beach Press Telegram and many other newspapers. Visit Doug's website to learn more about him. 

I this I Remember interview, I'm speaking with the talented, lovely sister team of Arwen Evans and Ashley Wheelock, authors of the amazing children's book, We Toot.  As I’m sure you’ve noticed, children’s books targeted to girls – all pinks, princesses and ponies – haven’t kept pace with the women’s movement or evolving gender expectations. That’s why these women wrote We Toot, a feminist fable about farting.  Yep, We Toot is a fart-joke laden whodunit with a powerful message of body positivity, self-acceptance and female friendship. 

The short picture book features a diverse cast of quirky girls, inspired by our five girls and their friends.   As you will hear in today's interview, Ashley's and Arwen's moments of connection, individually and as sisters, led them to a place where the creation of this book answered a purpose they held in the hearts - to help all little girls grow up proud of their amazing bodies and all that they can do.   

Kirkus reviewed We Toot and said, "Sure to provoke giggles, this delightful tale also helps girls to revel in their bodies."

Check out We Toot's fun video trailer to get a feel for this book and its story, and then get the little girl in your life a copy at Amazon. 10% of all profits go to Girls, Inc.

Pass the We Toot message along by posting a picture of your little girl holding We Toot or even better post her giving a video review on your IG and FB accounts so she can share what she thinks about tooting! Tag it with @wheelock.ashley @arwenhanna @sandiesonke @houseoftomorrowbooks and let's change the world one toot at a time.

In this episode I talk with award winning playwright, screenwriter, author and physicist Michael Long about his moments of connection from 2016 - a year of big beliefs and big chances that led to a big call. Listen and journey back to a time when moments of connection were found in the process of creation itself. Find Michael's new book, a #1 New Release on Amazon.com and at Barnes and Noble - The Molecule of More: How a single chemical in your brain drives love, sex and creativity - and will determine the fate of the human race. And read more about Mike on his website.

In this episode I share my moments of connection from the Bicentennial - a year of great transition in my 7-year old life - that included growing new friendships, the celebration of a nation's spirit, surviving a hot summer on army cots in the basement, and the lost beauty of wax paper. Listen and journey back to a time of simple middle class joys and remember your own moments of connection with family and community.   

In this episode I talk with author Kat Kronenberg, children's book author about the spark she felt to become a children's book writer and the learnings she has gained on her journey - that the power of a smile can help us rise above pain and help us live our best life.    Kat's newest book, Love Big, is currently #1 on Amazon's children's book - let's keep the powerful momentum of this book's message moving forward. All proceeds from the sales will go to support other people’s dreams at www.we.org, www.grameen.org, and www.donorschoose.org. You can read more about Kat on her website.   

In this episode I share a funny story of a big question - Was I was in labor? Subscribe to hear more stories and let your breath give you the answers that live inside, just waiting for you to ask the right questions. 

In this episode I share my moments of connection from a year when everything was extremes - a blizzard, a blackout and the Son of Sam. Listen and journey back to 1977, a time when life was filled with the unknown and what was known - love, joy and peace - mattered more than ever.  

In this episodes I share my memory of being pulled up on stage at The Geffen Playhouse to perform with celebrity master magician, actor, and sadly, recently deceased, Ricky Jay. Listen and honor a man who showed her, through his sleight-of-hand, the magic of doing what you love. Subscribe to listen more stories that you help you find your magic. 

In this episode I share my moments of connection from a trip to Africa - Kenya and Tanzania - in early 2000. Sit back and journey into an experience of big sky, of time that moves at its own pace, to people who appreciate connection, and a landscape and its creatures that live in balance and peace with each other. Then visit The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to learn more about the wonderful work they do with orphan elephants and how you can support that work through the purchase of their newest book - The Unsung Heroes.  

In this episode I share my moments of connection across a 50 year journey to finding true beauty. From chef and best selling author of Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, Samin Nosrat's amazing laugh, to Eileen's 5-year old daughter's passion for accessories, to the nurturing love of her Mom (enter Morgan Fairchild's book, Superlooks), Eileen shares how women have helped her understand and see true beauty through the power of joy, love and peace. Listen and consider own your journey with beauty. What do you see and feel when you look in the mirror?