In December last year I accompanied my daughter and her friend to the movies to see the newest version of Annie. We had been anticipating it’s release for months (my daughter VERY impressed with the fact the movie was released … Continue reading →
I think Daniel is one of my favorite people in the Bible. He spent most of his life away from home, an exile in a foreign land. He learned a new language, watched empires rise and fall, and later in … Continue reading →
I recently had an ear infection that plugged my right ear for over a week. Not only could I not hear with that ear, it affected my total listening ability. The sounds I heard were muffled, confusing, and annoying. I … Continue reading →
Chillax That is a word that I am hearing a lot from the tween group (kids ages 10-12). Obviously it is a combination of chill and relax. So what does this have to do with the New Year? Well, I … Continue reading →
Jacketed hardcover 32 pages, separate end sheets Ideals Children’s Books, 2014 ISBN 978-0-8249-5661-5 SRP $15.99 Ages 3-5 Written by Eileen Spinelli Illustrated by Melanie Florian There’s a lot to love about this colorful, charming picture book that introduces readers to … Continue reading →
My family has always enjoyed hosting overnight company. Sometimes this meant one or more of our children gave up their beds for our guests. They always did it willingly, and were such good sports about it. But sometimes a guest would … Continue reading →