Book-Week. I don’t know if it’s an international phenomenon but here in Australia, around the August time of year, schools and libraries celebrate children’s books. The CBCA (Children’s Book Council of Australia) select a shortlist of the best children’s books … Continue reading →
In 1993, my dream of becoming a published author came true when I had a book of children’s poems published. Twenty years later and 80 books later, another dream has come true—I wrote a book with my daughter. My Mama … Continue reading →
My two-year-old granddaughter was beyond tired and in desperate need of a nap—but she didn’t want to take a nap. I knew it was exactly what she needed and that nothing else was going to help her disposition. As I … Continue reading →
My husband and I have far too few chances to spend time with our grandchildren who live over 400 miles away. So we look for opportunities to share bits of wisdom and stories of yesterday with them whenever we can. … Continue reading →
“Then I’ll tell the world what I find, speak out boldly in public, unembarrassed.” Psalm 119:46 The Message Shy. Bashful. Sensitive. These words defined my early childhood and restrained my voice until I met Mr. Peterson, a month after my parents … Continue reading →
Summertime is the right time for sweet, juicy, yummy watermelon. It tastes so good, and it brings back memories of summers past to young and old alike. Watermelon is one of the healthiest snacks you can give your child in … Continue reading →