My Review: This book is absolutely hysterical. There were several places in this story where I laughed, out loud, until I literally cried, which prompted my husband (who by now is well used to my book reading behaviors), to say, “good book?” Uhm, yes. So very good. There is this one scene involving a seagull that has to be one of the most comical scenes I’ve ever read. But, this book is more than just a fun read- the author has done an incredible job balancing humor with an engaging plot f … [Read More...]
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Book Review: Isaacs’s Ice Cream Tree & When God Made Color
I love children's books! As a parent, I have read to my kids since they were tiny and still read to them now, even though they are older and our time is more limited. And even now, though we mainly focus on chapter books and series, we still … [Read More...]
Foster Care
One awful truth about foster care no one talks about
On a good day, foster care is an absolute crazy mess. But lately? Lately, it feels like the whole thing has gone entirely off the deep end! I’ve talked with several amazing foster mamas lately, and their stories have left me feeling that awful angry f … [Read More...]
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Book Review: Weddings, Willows, and Revised Expectations by V. Joy Palmer
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I love children's books! As a parent, I have read to my kids since they were tiny and still read to them now, even though they are older and our time is more limited. And even now, though we … [Read More...]
Book Review: Thirty Days Hath… by Chautona Havig
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A fun and simple experiment to encourage curiosity, develop an interest in science and nature, and foster appreciation for the way God made the world “We have caterpillars on our counter!” my ten- … [Read More...]
Book Review: Brunch at Bittersweet Cafe by by Carla Laureano
My Review Faith, family, friendship, and food … Brunch at Bittersweet Cafe by Carla Laureano weaves all these together in a way that leaves the reader inspired, encouraged, and also hungry! While the d … [Read More...]