I had to start with this picture because this pretty much sums up how I felt on my 10 year anniversary trip to Santa Barbara - on top of the world!  I felt on top of the world because, well, Santa Barbara, CA is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen! But also because 10 years of marriage ... Read More

I updated my "About Me" page, and I wanted to share! About C. Style: I started C. Style as a much needed outlet for myself. I left an 8-year sales career when I had my two sons. It’s hard to admit, but it was extremely difficult for me. I lovingly refer to that time as my “deep dark hole”. ... Read More

Before I became a mother, I said and thought really, really stupid things. Truly, I am so embarrassed by these things, it makes me cringe just thinking about them. I was soooo naive. I remember having dinner with a mentor from my church, who had grown children, and she asked me if I was going to ... Read More

Yesterday, my sister shared on her blog (tell it to your neighbor) her "Most Important Post". Today, I'd like to share it with you. She tells our story of "strength and hope". I couldn't tell it any better. Click (here). ... Read More

What do you see when you look at this picture? You probably see my neon shirt (WOW, that's really bright!), maybe you see two cute boys, maybe you notice the gold hoops that I'm wearing, even on the beach (man she wears those a lot) or maybe you just see a generic snapshot of a family ... Read More