Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
How Elizabeth Gilbert Got Me My First Book Deal
No, I've never met Elizabeth Gilbert, famed writer of (most notably) "Eat, Pray, Love" and recent cultural icon. But without her, I wouldn't be sitting here with a real book deal with Harper Collins, awaiting the release of my book, staring at a beautiful cover on...
My Book Cover Reveal (And You Can Pre-Order on Amazon!)
Hi friends! So THERE she is. My book cover! (In case you missed it, I have a book coming out in June!) How did we end up here? Let me tell you, having a publishing team is fantabulous because I am certainly no artist. The wonderful people over at Harper Collins...
Dear Abby
Dear Abby, I can't believe you will be here in just a few short weeks. I feel you moving all the time but don't feel like I will truly know you until I can see your sweet face. I surely already love you so much -- and you are part of this family just where you are --...
32 Weeks With Baby #2: An Update
I didn't do many pregnancy updates with Jacob but apparently I'm doing even less with baby #2. But wanted to document a bit so here's what's going on! Due date: March 9 How far along: 32 weeks (will be 33 on Friday) Name: Abigail "Abby" Baby weight: 4 pounds 7 oz (37...
Big News: I Have a Book Coming Out!
I've been dying to share this news for months but am only now moving toward the stage where this dream is becoming a reality. I have a book deal (!!!) with well-known publisher Harper Collins (via the Thomas Nelson division) -- and the book is completed (barring last...
What I Learned Today From Geneen Roth
I was listening to Geneen Roth on the Oprah podcast today and she said something that really clicked with me -- or should I say, I had an "aha moment"? If you don't know, Roth is an expert on emotional eating and women's relationship with food. She noted that every...