Mama, I know this school year has been hard. It was filled with ups and downs, and nothing consistent other than inconsistency. There were good days and bad days. There were quarantines and unexpected doctor visits. There were canceled plans and changes to schedules. Nothing stayed the same. I know you felt like you were … Continue reading Mama, You Made It To Summer—Now Enjoy It!
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and Dover Publications to bring you a book review of My First Book About Dinosaurs by Donald M. Silver and Patricia J. Wynne. Be sure to check out the giveaway at the end of the review that includes four My First Science Books! My First Book About … Continue reading Book Review – My First Book About Dinosaurs
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and Script Novel Publishing, LLC to bring you a book review of Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa's Tea by Travis Peagler. Check out the special giveaway at the end of the post for your chance to win a copy of the book and a Visa gift … Continue reading Book Review – Bizzy Bzzz the Bee and Grandpa’s Tea
A "We’re Hiring” post caught my attention as I scrolled through Instagram. I read the post and clicked on the link in the company’s bio. My interest was piqued, and I felt a pang in my heart as I explored it more. It sounded perfect. It sounded like something I would love, and it was … Continue reading When Waiting Gets Hard
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and Faith and Sparkle's World to bring you a special interview with Faith Abraham, the young author of Superhero Faith. Be sure to stick around after the interview for a fun giveaway. What inspired you to write this book? Faith: My Mama had cancer in her breast … Continue reading Author Interview with Faith Abraham
Sweet child, Don’t lose your spark, your wonder, your passion. The world will try to confine you and hold you back, but you were made to be free. You were made to inspire the hearts of others, just as you’ve inspired mine. You walk to the beat of your own drum, and I admire you for it. … Continue reading Dear Wild Child, the World Needs Your Fire
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and author Kyle Little to bring you a special book giveaway of Pink. Pink Written by Kyle Little Illustrated by Andrés Cornejo Ages 4-12 | 22 Pages Publisher: Mascot Books | ISBN-13: 978-1645435181 Publisher’s Synopsis: Pink is the story of Arossa, a baby flamingo, and how she … Continue reading Book Giveaway – Pink
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and HarperCollins Publishers to bring you a special giveaway of Erin Entrada Kelly's Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey. Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey Written by Erin Entrada Kelly Ages 7-12 | 160 Pages Publisher: Greenwillow Books | ISBN-13: 978-0062970428 Publisher’s Synopsis: Introducing eight-year-old Marisol Rainey—an irresistible new character from … Continue reading Book Giveaway – Maybe Maybe Marisol Rainey
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and The Reed Foundation for Austim to bring you a book review of the "One Big Canvas" book series. Be sure to check out a special giveaway at the end of the review. One Big Canvas: The Masterpiece Written by Jay Miletsky Illustrated by Luis Peres Ages … Continue reading Book Review – One Big Canvas
Sweet friend, what weighs on your heart today? I know something is hiding behind the smile you try to show the rest of the world. Something is pulling you down, but you keep pushing through it.Friend, I know you have been running, trying not to acknowledge it.Take it to God. Put it at his feet. … Continue reading Finding Rest in God
Mama friend, You’re crushing it. I know it might not feel like it, but you are. Every morning you get up, get out of bed, and care for those in your house. I know there are some days you wish you could hide beneath the covers all day (or even for an extra hour). But … Continue reading Mama, You’re Crushing It
I am excited to partner with The Children's Book Review and author Joan Holub to bring you this special author interview. Joan is the author of almost 200 books. I had the opportunity to interview her about her latest book, I Am the Shark, a picture book that mixes fiction and non-fiction. Be sure to … Continue reading Author Interview with Joan Holub
I wasn’t particularly looking forward to the chaos of the day that was to come. Things had been crazy for a little while, and it was wearing on me. As I worked in my office before the kids woke up, I caught a glimpse of the sun rising. My office is on the western side … Continue reading Little Reminders
I have partnered with The Children's Book Review and Jasmine A. Stirling for a special book review of A Most Clever Girl: How Jane Austen Discovered Her Voice. Check out the giveaway contest at the end of the review. Jane Austen lived in a world with people who had a love for language. Words surrounded … Continue reading Book Review – A Most Clever Girl
I don’t know what you’re facing, but I know you’re tired. I know you come to the end of your rope every single day, but you keep pushing forward. It’s exhausting, but you don’t have to face these battles alone. You never have, and you never will. God is right beside you, and He longs … Continue reading You Don’t Have to Face Your Battles Alone
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