When I was pregnant, I wanted to take some time off from acting, but I still needed a creative outlet for myself. My first two books were created during my pregnancies and after giving birth to my first child.
I'd have to say, for me, as a child, my favorite memories were always centered around Christmas time. It always seemed like no matter how much money my parents had or didn't have, we got completely spoiled rotten. There were always presents under the tree, and we always did special things, like hide elves around the house.
When I had Mason, I was really ready to leave the business of acting, but still wanted to do work that I could control.
We all wake up at our leisure; the kids know not to wake me up. Then we make breakfast or go out to eat with family. There is usually a sporting event or two to watch!
The 'Tickle Monster' story literally flew out of my mouth.
My first children's book, 'Tickle Monster,' was inspired by tickling my son one evening.
'Tickle Monster' is an interactive book and, by the nature of the story, bonds the parent and child through tickling and laughter.
If my kids decide to be actors and really, truly love it and are passionate about it, then I would definitely want to help them along their way, but it's a tough business.
