There’s a word that, when uttered, either makes most people cringe or nod in agreement, depending on which end of the spectrum they fall. Discipline. So, which was your reaction—a cringe or a nod? I actually handle the D-word quite well, but I was trained in the art of discipline, first in earning my bachelor’s and teaching degrees while raising …
Review of Daybreak
About the Book Book: Daybreak Author: Beckie Lindsey Genre: YA Fiction Release Date: July, 2019 Every girl has a secret she hopes the light will never find— but the demons already have. Krystal, Mackenzie, Tammi, and Sadie fight a spiritual battle between unseen forces of good and evil that reaches deadly proportions. When Krystal’s relationship with lifelong friend, Bryce, turns …
Back in the Day…
Back in the day… yes, I know, old people start this way when they’re about to tell you how things were during their childhood. I’m not old, however I am closer to 100 than birth, and the gap is closing in at an alarming rate, so bear with me. If you were alive during the 70’s you might remember the …
Review of Darling Hedgehog Goes Down a Foxhole
About the Book Book: Darling Hedgehog Goes Down A Foxhole Author: Auralee Arkinsly Genre: Early reader chapter book Release Date: September 13, 2019 Darling Hedgehog learns about the animal nature of things in high humor and carefree, cute, and winning episodes. This childhood story reads a bit like Aesop’s Fables or a retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, for children …
What a Beautiful Name
This beautiful video of children singing (below) was sent to me via American Family Association Thanksgiving week. I attempted to share it on Facebook several times, but it was blocked as being inappropriate. I’ve never had this experience before. The option to register a request to have it reviewed continually error-ed out. I’d like to believe it was just a …
What’s Your Christmas Tree Trimming Personality Type?
Decorating the Christmas tree is not a speedy task. At least not for me. My husband is always willing to lend a hand, but to be honest, it’s a journey that cannot be rushed. Last year, we spent the entire holiday season with my recently widowed mother-in-law, so the unveiling of each precious ornament took longer than normal this year. …
Jennifer’s Christmas Shopping Tips
Tis the season. The day-after-Thanksgiving news broadcasts focused on Black Friday. The number of people who stood in line for hours to get a “good” deal is absurd to me. Is it only me, or has Thanksgiving become a lost holiday? At least it seems that way if you pay attention to the media. As a rule, I don’t watch …
It’s a Beautiful Day…
How many of you grew up watching Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood? Or maybe you watched another program created by this exceptionally talented, humble man. I remember watching Daniel Tiger, Lady Aberlin, and Mr. McNeely as they interacted with the quiet-spoken (and a little geeky) Mr. Rogers when I was a child and then again when my children were young. It seems …
Bring Her on and Let Her Scream!
When it was clear to me that I was going to make a serious attempt at this writing gig, I attended my first writing conference. The strongest message I received about the craft of writing right out the door was show don’t tell. And even though, in my past life as a middle school teacher, I posted writer’s quotes to …
Life Lessons From Mom (in-law)
Mother-in-law woes are as old as… well… Moses. However, I dubbed mine a Little Irish Angel years ago for good reason. Near the end of September, we were scheduled for a week-long visit with this sweet 91-year-old, but when we realized she was having health challenges, our schedule went out the window. One week became six. Most can get along …
