I needed a blogging break, and now I’m back. Thanks for your patience, everyone.

So what’s new in Quigleyland? Let’s see…

1. In early December, I had a blast doing several events with other YA authors. Jon Yang has some great photos of us on his blog.
2. I finished the second draft of my second novel. A few of my loved ones volunteered to read it and had lots of great things to say, so that’s been encouraging!
3. I’ve been practicing yoga 3-4 times a week, and let me tell you, it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself. I’m happier, calmer, and feeling better than I have in years. I do classes at home with YogaToday.com, which I highly recommend to anyone and everyone. I love all the instructors, but Adi Amar is my favorite.
4. I went to Minnesota to see friends and family. Each time I visit my native state in the winter, I’m reminded of what a wimp I’ve become living in California.
5. I turned 34. Mentally, I still feel like I’m about fourteen. On the big day, I went shopping with my daughter, and the next evening enjoyed a toddler-free dinner with my husband and friends at one of my favorite restaurants.
6. I hosted my parents-in-law and then my brother and his girlfriend, who was visiting San Francisco for the first time. I never tire of playing tour guide and seeing people’s reactions to the city. There’s no denying I live in an awesome town!

Over the next few weeks, I’m looking forward to diving into another draft of my novel, seeing my parents when they come out to visit, and helping my daughter celebrate her second birthday. I’ll do my best to keep up my regular features.

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