Today is publication day for my newest book, “A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs.” Imagine finding your bedroom filled with ladybugs. That is exactly what Jan finds when she comes home from school. #BookTwitter #author

Another swallowtail #butterfly emerged and I released it. My Nest camera captured the moment. Butterflies are so friendly! "Ready to fly? Good job!" #butterflyconservation #naturelover

Spencer and I have been preparing for the #rain that's coming to Southern California over the next couple of months. It's good to plan ahead and good to have relationships with your neighbors so that everyone can work together to be safe. (Sound up) #rainprep #rainy

Famadillo is giving away 5 copies of my children’s book, “A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs.” @famadillo #author #authorlife #giveaway Enter to win on their website: famadillo.com/win-a-magical-…

Did you know? My latest #childrensbook, “A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs” is my 8th book for young readers. #author #authorlife amzn.to/4jHzasM

#MonarchButterfly conservation is my passion. That’s what inspired me to write my children’s book, “The Fairy Godmother Helps the Monarchs.” It teaches kids about protecting butterflies and includes instructions on planting a butterfly garden. #author amazon.com/Fairy-Godmother-H…

Look what I found in my #butterflyhabitat! Two swallowtail butterflies hatched and I'll release them today. #nature #naturelover #author

When it's this hot, it's good to remind your kids to drink lots of water, stay cool, and slow down. That's what Spencer and I are doing. (sound up) #therapydog #therapydogs #staycool #heatwave

This illustration by Moran Reudor really captures the essence of my character Jan as she hurries home after school. When she gets home, she finds a big surprise - ladybugs all over her room! My #childrensbook, "A Magical Loveliness of Ladybugs.” #author amzn.to/4jHzasM

Spencer the #therapydog loves going to the groomers. He has friends at El Camino Groomers and greets them all. #TherapyDogs #GoldenDoodle

“Let your light shine everywhere you go.” This is an excerpt from my children’s book, “You are More Than: A Primer for Finding Light in Your Heart.” #Author #ThursdayThoughts #BetheLight #AuthorLife amazon.com/You-Are-More-Than…

Time to decorate the office and office garden for fall. #FirstDayOfFall #autumn #officelife #author

Vintage @Barbie and Ken are ready for fall. Barbie's sheath dress is from the early 1960s. Ken's outfit is from 1961 and was called Dreamboat. #fallfashion #style #vintage

Office #therapydog Spencer helped me run errands. He did such a good job, he earned a #PupCup from Starbucks! #officelife #goldendoodle

#Barbie stamps! This makes me so happy. I'm only going to use them on important letters.  More detail: The @USPS introduced the @Barbie Forever stamps to pay tribute to the world's best-selling doll, dressed for 10 iconic professions.   #YouCanBeAnything

Building #selfesteem is an important tool for kids to develop. My best-selling self-esteem book for girls, “Whole Heart for Girls”is must-read. It’s available in paperback, Kindle, and Audible. #author #booksforkids #childrensbooks bit.ly/WholeHeartforGirls

There’s a lot happening in the world. My #childrensbook, “You are More Than: A Primer for Finding Light in Your Heart” can help kids stayed grounded and find connection in the natural world. #author #authors amazon.com/You-Are-More-Than…

A new butterfly friend emerged inside the butterfly habitat. Here's the butterfly with his wings expanded. What a beauty. #butterfly #NatureVibes

My night-blooming #moonflowers are in full bloom. Aren't they spectacular? (Sound Up) #FlowersOnThursday

On one of Spencer's daily walks, he visits his friend Shelby the barber. Spencer gets a greeting, a little love, and then is good to start his day. @brewersbarber (Sound Up!) #TherapyDog #GoldenDoodle

I took eggs in from a milkweed plant and hatched them in another container to keep them safe from parasites. Here are the great results! A #monarchbutterfly. #monarchbutterflies #nature #Conservation