Finding Grateful is a beautiful picture book written by Dianne White and illustrated by Faith Pray. It is the perfect book for the Thanksgiving holiday because it reminds us of all of the blessings in our lives. I love the … Continue reading →
If, like me, you enjoy reading seasonal picture books with the little ones in your life—you should certainly check out God Gave Us Thankful Hearts by Lisa Tawn Bergren! It’s a charming story that encourages young readers to recognize the blessings in … Continue reading →
The first Thanksgiving in America actually took place in 1598, in Texas. Spanish pioneers marched north from Mexico to Texas for three months. They camped in what is now the city of El Paso, Texas. Don Juan de Oñate had … Continue reading →
Jacob had a rock for a pillow. Moses saw a bush on the backside of the desert. David had stones to pick up for his slingshot. Zacchaeus had a sycamore tree. How long had Jacob’s rock been there, since the … Continue reading →
Many are attempting to erase our history of all the bad that has happened, but with each bad event that is erased so are the great things God has done with man’s bad intentions. After first grade, 1961 I don’t … Continue reading →
Fall is just around the corner, and with it comes cooler weather, shorter days, colorful leaves, cozy pleasures, and the ‘designated’ season of thankfulness and gratitude. Of course, teaching our children to be grateful is always in season—and it’s a … Continue reading →