Category Archives: Life

True Confession: Why ‘Good Enough’ is More Than Enough for me

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetIn my latest book, my main character Polly tries to tailor her personality to fit others’ expectations of how a popular girl should dress and act; behavior that’s earned her the nickname PLASTIC POLLY. Polly starts off each chapter with … Continue reading →

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The Writer’s Life and Reality

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetHey everyone! It’s been a while since I blogged, mostly because I’ve spent the majority of the summer running around trying to keep up with my kids and it got me to thinking about the writer’s life and what I … Continue reading →

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A Few Good Things

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetAs Seeing Cinderella’s release date approaches, things have gotten a bit more crazy in my world. Emails, scheduling book signings, emails, blog requests, emails, and the dailiness of trying to be present to my children…well, let’s just say there’s been … Continue reading →

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Don’t Wait to Pursue Your Dreams

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetLast week I had the privilege of speaking at a PTSA meeting for W.E. Mitchell Middle School. It was great to be there. (Thanks especially to Emily, Paige, and the other students I met–talking to you guys afterward was the … Continue reading →

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2012 New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetAfter a great vacation visiting family in southern California I’m back and ready to dive into 2012! I had time to really think through some of the changes I want to make in my life this year, and, in no … Continue reading →

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Mama Writers and Guilt

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetLast week my younger son started Kindergarten. He did great–I, on the other hand, had to hide behind my sunglasses and try to wait until I got back to the car before losing it. But once I got over saying … Continue reading →

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Enjoying the Moment

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetRecently I went on a walk with my younger son. He has been earning money this summer doing chores and extra homework (yes, I pay my kids to do extra homework), and he decided he wanted to spend some of … Continue reading →

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Spring Is In the Air

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Jenny Lundquist

TweetI woke up yesterday morning feeling antsy, and not wanting to resume my normal  breakfast maker/shoe and jacket finder/carpool driver/Mom-of-all-trades routine, trying to squeeze in some writing in between it all. I realized that one year ago this week my … Continue reading →

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