I had a lot of fear about Ragnar. I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to run it. I was afraid of being the weak link on the team. I was afraid I’d have a sugar crash and not know where I was. I was afraid I’d throw up during my run. I was afraid I’d get lost. I was … Read More
Miss Murder Runs Ragnar
“What?” You gasp. “You’re not a runner! You hate running!” It’s true. I do. I’m a kickboxer, not a runner. But I adore my friends, and when one of my best friends from high school invited my husband and I to run with him and his family, I agreed. Also, we’ll be running in Seattle, my old stomping grounds. Also … Read More
Pizza in a Pinch: A Miss Murder Cheat
So it was 108 degrees, I was super exhausted, and my favorite pizza place was having phone problems. I know. First world problems. I realize I’m blessed to have so little to worry about on some days. So I made pizza. Ish. Quickly, easily, and cheaply. Step 1. Assemble your motley crew of ingredients. I had cheese sticks, pepperoni, and … Read More
Easy Homemade Gnocchi For Beginners. Four Ingredients!
Seriously easy. As in get-your-five-year-old-to-make-it easy. You just handle boiling the water and the rest is good, yeah? There are four ingredients. 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan 1 cup flour Get a saucepan, fill it up, and get that sucker to boiling. That will probably take the longest out of everything. Throw everything together … Read More
Miss Murder’s Plan For Global Domination
First, I have my core group of readers and friends. I even have a Facebook Street Team called The Demonic Darlings. (If you would like to become a Demonic Darling and have first crack at free books, spreading information on releases, prizes, etc, just let me know and I’ll add you to the group.) So. I take my Crazy Army … Read More
Miss Murder’s Easy DIY: Lavender Soap
Simple. Beautiful. Charming. It’s exceptionally quick and best of all, the kiddos can help. And it doesn’t heat up the house, which is important when it’s 110 degrees in Las Vegas. So let’s make some soap! You will need: A soap base. (I used this one, but there are plenty to choose from.) Lavender essential oil Dried lavender flowers Microwavable … Read More
Miss Murder is Shorn. And a Signing.
I asked him to take off six inches and he took off a foot. From this: to this: Ah well. It was too long, anyway. Let’s try and rock this! Also, I’ll be signing books with Erica Keifer and Sally Johnson tomorrow (8/23/14) at the Northwest Barnes and Noble! Rainbow Promenade, 2191 N Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas, NV … Read More
Preparing Your Child with Special Needs for School
This is an old blog post and Niko is now in high school, but it’s still relevant. As school time rolls around, there are always things we can do to help the transitions become easier. Happy school year! I can’t tell you the tears, both his and mine, that have ensued because of new schools. This is my darling Niko. … Read More
Easy Movie Magic: Drinking Ocean Water.
I’ll tell you the thing about summer: it’s hard. I’m in the midst of one final polish to my novel Stormlight before sending it to a publisher who expressed interest. That means that I needed a little bit of quiet time. Solution? Let’s have a magic movie! I took the kids’ cups and filled them with Sprite. (Water for the … Read More
Easy Stuff To Make: Fry Bread
I grew up making this absolutely amazing, extremely inexpensive, divine and EASY fry bread. It reminds me of county fairs and my best friend before she passed away. Whenever I get a little homesick, it’s just the thing to cheer me up. And hopefully it will do the same for you. It’s delicious, sweet or savory, and gets the home … Read More