What is this blog? What do you write here?

Believe it or not, I get this question a lot. This blog is a place where I write anything and everything — from what I’m up to with the Monkeys, to my diet and exercise routines, to rants, raves, CATS, anything. It’s like a public journal, basically. I’m an open book, what can I say…. And, by the way? If you see me on the street or something, and you know what I’m up to BECAUSE OF MY BLOG? It’s okay. I know you’re not a stalker. I know you’re not obsessed with me. And, I LOVE it when you read (and would love it a lot if you would comment!). So, you don’t have to turn red and look down and bite your lip when you tell me you read this blog. It’s here for you — for you to relate to, for you to laugh WITH (and even AT), and for you to enjoy.

Why don’t you post pictures of your children’s faces?

I’ve written a lot about this, actually. I think the answer’s pretty obvious: I don’t want their pictures to end up on a creepy person’s fireplace mantle. Seriously, I have a tendency toward irrational thoughts and anxieties. I don’t need any triggers, if I can help it. Having their faces on the internet makes me anxious. Also, I want to honour their privacy. It’s up to them if they want their faces here. Right now, they’re too young to know what they want! So. In a nutshell: this is my blog, not theirs. The only person’s face I (believe I) have a right to show is mine and those of consenting adults or KITTY CATS!

How many cats do you have, and what are their names?

I have 3 cats: Minden, MARRRRGE and Tigger. MARRRRGE’s real name is actually Maggy Barbauld.

Why did you take down your CHEATY GOSSIP blog?

Because it’s really not me. Truth is, for the most part, I could care less about celebrity gossip. I happen just to be (apparently) good at writing it. But, it’s not my thing. Now, I limit it to once a week — “Cheaty’s Celebrity Gossip Thursday.” I check the week’s gossip news, and I share the items that interest me. I keep them friendly, though, because celebrities are humans, too. And, there’s enough negativity in the world….

Do people pay you to write recommendations on your Cheaty Recommends site?

Nope, not paid. But, I ALWAYS try a product before I recommend it. So, I do get a lot of free stuff. If I don’t like the product, though, I don’t recommend it.

Is this (and Cheaty Kitchen a preachy vegan blog?

Long-time readers of this blog have definitely witnessed a change in me. I’ve become a little bit more serious. Especially when it comes to animal rights and the environment. It’s like I woke up one day and had this cause — this very pressing, urgent cause. I’m very careful about how much I “preach” on this blog, though. My goal is not to preach but to bring awareness when it’s appropriate. I don’t pressure people to go vegan. That’s an individual choice that, I believe, people have to be guided toward from the inside — or it doesn’t usually last. I do often encourage people to eat less meat, though. And, I’m more than happy to help you if you do decide to adopt a vegan diet. Love….

Is the art at Kids Deserve Art painted by YOU? And, do you sell to the US?

Nope! I do paint, but I haven’t had time in a LONG TIME to produce enough to sell. So, I satisfy my cravings for art and the artist’s life by supporting and promoting the wonderful art of other artists around Canada. And, yes, I have a lot of happy customers in the US.

To be continued…. Got a question you want to see answered here? Please CONTACT ME!