I've Been MIA

So, I know I've kinda fallen down on my blogging duties as of late (I am prepared to assume the position and take my punishment...), but here's why.

I spent a lovely weekend at the LA Times Book Festival. It was beautiful weather and I was surrounded by books and good company and it was just a really fun time. They had a great children's section at the festival and I apparently did a good mommy moment when I bought my kids a science book that shows them how to make everything from sail cars to bubbling potions and finger print ninjas. They are very excited to crack that baby open and get their mad scientist on.

I met and was reunited with some really great people (shout out to Reece, Ericka and fam, Terese, Megan & co, and Jen) and we had great food, good Sake and some really great conversation. I was so relaxed when I came back that I was practically jelly.

Unfortunately, I came back to kids with colds and trying to plan a b-day party for my littlest. Party planning for a group of 4-5 year olds and their parents is enough to make your head pop. I have nothing but respect (and some hate) for those moms and dads that make it look so frickin easy.

So, that's kinda where I'm at now. I'm recovering from too much fun and planning the party, nursing the kiddies and trying to catch up on my reading and reviewing. Hopefully we'll get back to a *kinda* schedule soon.

;)