of conferences, spring break & karate chops

I'm back from an amazing time in Columbus, Georgia -- and I'm off to the beach for more fun. While I'm gone, here are some cool things to check out.

random thoughts: the parent trap, and other musings

It's been sort of surreal going straight from a dad's conference to one that is focused on women. After listening to both groups speak pretty freely about the challenges they face within their communities, I've come to a couple of realizations.

what i'm reading on the road: uncertainty

"There is no such thing as fear and uncertainty without opportunity on the other side." ~ Jonathan Fields. I'm reading his book, Uncertainty, right now. And it's pretty awesome.

placesKaren WalrondMarch 13, 2012reading, jonathan fields, travel, uncertainty, good books Comments

the beautiful moment series: kristen chase of cool mom picks

This week, in anticipation of my severely backordered new camera, I tried my hand at video. It was fun. I hope to do a lot more.

hasselblad friday: roll #8, or we're possibly the worst vegas tourists ever

Seriously, the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce should give us a citation, charging us with "Waste of Time."

friends, placesKaren WalrondMarch 9, 2012hasselblad, las vegas, room service, sin city Comments

top 10 things i want my daughter -- and all young people -- to know on international women's day

Gather 'round, boys and girls: on International Women's Day, these are my deeply-held beliefs.

Karen WalrondMarch 8, 2012international women's day, top 10 list, alex Comments

random thoughts: on rebirth

Spring has sprung in Houston. And yes, it's beautiful, but more than that, it's encouraging.

a horse tale

This past weekend, Alex had a quintessentially Texan adventure. And thus begins my dealing with her begging for a pony.

friends, places, familyKaren WalrondMarch 6, 2012horseback riding, lessons, horses, dressage, horse Comments

good things: registration for the spring path finder (and more!) is now open

It's been exciting times around here -- and today, I want to share some excitement with you, too.

eight

In all fairness, I should warn you: it's about to get all mommyblogger up in here.

familyKaren WalrondMarch 2, 2012birthday, growing up, parenthood, alex, hair Comments

taking a leap. or more of a hop. or sort of an aimless wander, really ...

I decided to do something outrageous for Leap Day!

Or you know, something quietly pleasant.

leap

Today's Leap Day. What are you going to do about it?

big plansKaren WalrondFebruary 29, 2012february 29, sassymonkey, leap year, leap day Comments

top 10 ways to show kindness (that hardly take any time at all)

I'm of the firm belief that being kind to others helps you live longer, look younger, appear sexier and remain dandruff-free. Here's how.

Karen WalrondFebruary 28, 2012Krystyn Heide, hoperevo, kindness Comments

contemplation at 30,000 feet

I'm a very nervous flyer, and have been for a long time. But there's something about the forced contemplation of air travel that I actually really, really appreciate.