Sunday, October 31, 2010

Sunday Sound Out

I'm back from Monterey. As wonderful as it was to get away from real life for a while, and as awesome as it was to collaborate with some amazingly talented authors, it was really nice to come home. I couldn't even get in my door before my kids flung themselves into my arms. I missed them so much!

Here are a couple pictures from California...

















And here's a pic from Halloween...


It's Phineas, Ferb, Candace & Isabella

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And finally, you're ALL invited to my book launch party this Tuesday, November 2nd. It's at The Comedy Sportz Theater in Chicago from 6:30 - 9:30. And since it's for a book about pregnancy and childbirth, what better way to celebrate than with a baby shower? Bring diapers, formula, new/gently used baby clothing, or other baby items to be entered in a drawing for raffle prizes. All donations will benefit Wings (Women In Need Growing Stronger), a non-profit organization helping women and children who are fleeing domestic violence.

* FREE ADMISSION * RAFFLE PRIZES * REFRESHMENTS * GOODY BAGS FOR EVERYONE FROM SUAVE * SIGNED BOOKS * FUN *
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15 comments:

  1. LauraOctober 31, 2010 at 10:30 PM

    I *love* that they dressed up as the Phineas and Ferb crew. P&F are very popular in my house.

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  2. UnknownOctober 31, 2010 at 11:35 PM

    Thank you SO much for supporting domestic violence survivors and their children, Dawn! That is so awesome that you are helping bring awareness to this cause through your book launch!

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  3. PamGramNovember 1, 2010 at 12:57 AM

    Wow what a fantastic idea to make your book signing a baby shower theme and help the community.You are awesome.And if you can stand anymore compliments:those photos are beautiful and the kids are sooo adorable.Great costumes.

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  4. UnknownNovember 1, 2010 at 1:11 PM

    LOVE the costumes!

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  5. Julie HNovember 1, 2010 at 1:39 PM

    I love Monteray! Did you get to eat at Bubba Gumps?

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  6. Krystle C.November 1, 2010 at 5:27 PM

    Beautiful pictures as always! I absolutely love your kids costumes!!!

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  7. RobinNovember 1, 2010 at 7:32 PM

    I wish I could be there tomorrow night. :( I know you'll do great!! Best of luck! Please blog all about it.

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  8. UnknownNovember 1, 2010 at 10:10 PM

    Love, love the P&F costumes!!

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  9. AnonymousNovember 2, 2010 at 12:45 AM

    I really want to come to your book launch but can't get off work. You should have someone video tape your "stand up" and post it on You Tube for those who won't be able to see it! Good luck - I know you'll be great!

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  10. AnonymousNovember 2, 2010 at 1:11 AM

    Wish I could be there! Know you're going to have a fantastic time tomorrow!

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  11. AnissaNovember 2, 2010 at 10:15 AM

    I know you wrote this on Sunday but due to my chaotic week/weekend (my father was hospitalized and had multiple brain surgeries but is home now) and my being out sick yesterday, I just saw this. You made my morning when you posted a picture of an otter! Thank you so much for the smile, I needed it :)

    PS I also enjoyed a tasty cranberry limeade at Sonic thanks to the giftcard I won from you :D

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  12. jdb in AZNovember 2, 2010 at 8:27 PM

    Congrats on the new book launch.

    What did you oldest two kids do for halloween? Somehow I don't think they missed out on their fair share of candy.

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  13. UnknownNovember 3, 2010 at 10:25 AM

    I LOVE the costumes!!! We love that show! You all are so creative!

    Glad your family is healthy once again. Did the older two ever get it?

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  14. Savvy Chic MomsNovember 3, 2010 at 6:30 PM

    Ha! Those costumes are awesome! Phineas and Ferb is actually one of the cartoon my son watches that I love- so great.

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  15. AnonymousNovember 4, 2010 at 1:43 AM

    Dying to hear how the book release party went! If I wasn't 8 hours away I would have so been there!

    Thanks so much for sharing a part of your life with us. You are such an encouragement to me!

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