I'm a California Girl. No, no, not Katy Perry's type of California Gurl. After all, my ghostly-white thighs do not pair well with Daisy Dukes, nor is my post-pregnancy belly appropriate for a "bikini on top." But I grew up in California, leaving only briefly to experience college and grad school on the opposite coast.

Once it was time to have kids, I knew where I'd go. I'm right back in my hometown and very pleased to be part of Silicon Valley Mamas. I don't see myself leaving California, although I know I left a piece of my soul in New York all the same.

But of course not everything is fine and dandy here in California. From the whole gay-marriage controversy to school budget cuts, things could definitely be better. And most recently, the San Bruno gas explosion put a lump in my throat.

Read more at the newly-launched Silicon Valley Mamas website.

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What a treat to be part of this amazing group of gals. Launching today, too, is Cool Mom Tech - your new go-to place for mom-friendly tech - also by a group of fabulous folks. What an excellent day for new websites!