Halloween seems like yesterday and Thanksgiving will be here in what feels like a couple days and then yup, you guessed it… CHRISTMAS! Although the holiday music has started weeks ago as well as the holiday decorations in the store, I personally try not to rush Christmas although it is always nice to have everything … Continue reading
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Pragmatic Princess|26 stories of Self Sufficiency
Kickstarter campaign and book review! (and giveaway!!) I had to support this book when it presented itself in front of me! As a mother of a daughter who I never called a princess but I’ve always taught her to save herself over waiting to be saved, and of a son who I have always encouraged … Continue reading
Harry and the Pelican|Book Review
If you have children, or have ever traveled with children you may have heard the phrase, “are we there yet?” or maybe just being familiar with some less than enthusiast attitudes during a long journey. In many cases the journey can always be improved with small goals, a good friend or supportive family member, or … Continue reading
Eris Rising by Courtney Ramm|Book review
Very thankful Jackie Karneth at Books Forward thought of me to review this book. I didn’t get to it nearly as fast as I wanted to but I believe whenever you connect with this book it will be the exact time that you need to. Now, more than ever so many people are searching for … Continue reading
Salty Strong|Book Review
Salty Strong: The “Whole” Cajun Story by Chris Whitson. I was excited to review this book knowing that it would be one my son would certainly enjoy! It is a beautifully illustrated story of a Cajun boy’s journey of resilience and friendship in South Louisiana. Whitson was inspired by his grandchildren to write a story … Continue reading
Good Life Naturals
When a friend asks you if you are interested in trying out a granola they are helping to promote that is gluten free and non- gmo you say Yes. When you go to the companies instagram profile and see it says; Made in West Michigan. Healthy Ketchup, All Natural Granola and Authentic Mexican Salsa. You … Continue reading
At Home learning activities and resources for kids (and you!)
Here we are over nine weeks into a stay at home order (at least thats the case in Michigan)… How are you doing?? .. Really? Take a big inhale and an even bigger exhale. I’m happy you are here. This is hard, your feelings are valid, and everything is temporary, even though sometimes it feels … Continue reading
Adult Conversation a novel by: Brandy Ferner| Book Review
This book came with me wherever I went begging to be read, it moved from desk, to nightstand, to couch, to truck, to a plane ride from Detroit to South Korea and into Indonesia and back and then finally after a few weeks of quarantine due to Covid 19 one night as my kids played … Continue reading
Book Review|Urban Playground What kids say about living in San Francisco
Happy belated Mother’s day and happy day who even knows anymore of quarantine for us here in Michigan, what about you?! Some of you may have found your self reading more during this time, some maybe wanting to read more but still figuring out how with more time we somehow have less time?!Or Maybe you … Continue reading
Meet the Skwerdlock!|Book Review
My kids and I have always loved art so I was really excited for this book, not because of it having stunning illustrations, but because of the message behind it. The author, Pops Jamison, wanted to show that you don’t have to be the best artist to be able to make art. When I received … Continue reading
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