Author Archives: elizabeth

Experiments in Relentless Optimism

Posted on February 20, 2012 by elizabeth

As I pursue happiness, I’m struck by how many lies there are about happiness. In the past couple of weeks, I’ve made a brief mental list of the commercials, ads and ideas I’ve heard that supposedly make you happy in … Continue reading →

Posted in Her Royal Mommy-Ness | 8 Comments

What Does Jesus’ Silence on Homosexuality Really Mean?

Posted on February 19, 2012 by elizabeth

I’ve heard it suggested that Jesus’ silence on homosexuality is a kind of defacto consent. Or, perhaps, that since homosexuality wasn’t a topic He found worthy of commentary, Christians ought not take a strong stand against something which even Jesus … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs, Faith | 63 Comments

Around the blogosphere…

Posted on February 18, 2012 by elizabeth

Some posts I’ve read in the last month that I found particularly interesting and thought maybe you’d enjoy them, too: 7 Big Relocation Mistakes: Penelope Trunk’s insightful list of things we often overlook when considering a move to a different … Continue reading →

Posted in Weblogs | 1 Comment

Shunning, shaming & other unnecessary fundamentalist scare tactics

Posted on February 16, 2012 by elizabeth

My twins were baptized last Saturday, February 11th. It was a gloriously beautiful day in Southern California–clear, sunny skies. A light breeze. My girls were full of laughter and joy. The ceremony was lovely–there were readings and prayers, blessings, anointing … Continue reading →

Posted in Catholicism, RecoveringEvangelicalsAnonymous, RecoveringFundamentalist | Leave a comment

Who says kids outgrow naps?

Posted on February 15, 2012 by elizabeth

There are very few problems that can’t be solved by taking a nap. Chronically grumpy kids? They’re sleep deprived. Irreconcilable differences with the husband? Go to bed early and deal with it in the morning. Having trouble solving that algebraic … Continue reading →

Posted in Parenting--toughest job out there | 27 Comments

On becoming a runner-ish person

Posted on February 13, 2012 by elizabeth

I’d like to begin by saying: I suck as a runner. I was not born with whatever genetic component makes a runner a runner. On the other hand, I can kick ass in the swimming pool. [Disclaimer: in highschool, I … Continue reading →

Posted in EE Sees OC!, Her Royal Mommy-Ness, Life in The OC | 19 Comments

Some exciting news!

Posted on February 11, 2012 by elizabeth

I officially have a literary agent! Last week I was contacted by the lovely Rachelle Gardner–she represents other fine like writers Rachel Held Evans and Sarah Bessey. Rachelle had been reading my blog for awhile, told me she loved my … Continue reading →

Posted in Writing | 27 Comments

Obama compromise on birth control is commendable

Posted on February 10, 2012 by elizabeth

I was relieved to hear that President Obama has shifted his stance a bit and stated that “religious organizations won’t have to pay for [contraceptive] services.” Instead, the onus is now upon insurers to offer those services to women employed … Continue reading →

Posted in Birth Control, Catholicism, Current Affairs, Politics | 36 Comments

A special thank you from my ballerina (plus a clip of her dancing!)

Posted on February 9, 2012 by elizabeth

Dear Readers, This is Jewel, Elizabeth Esther’s oldest daughter. I’m writing this today to offer my deepest thanks. I don’t know where I would be without you. Due to your financial support, I am able to attend American Ballet Theatre’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Ballet | 6 Comments

I voted yes on Prop 8. Today, I’m thankful Prop 8 was ruled unconstitutional.

Posted on February 7, 2012 by elizabeth

I voted yes on Prop 8. I lived to regret that vote and I wrote about it here. I also ended up apologizing to my gay neighbors. In my case, loving my neighbors as myself really meant loving my literal … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs | 119 Comments