September 30, 2025 By Maria Have you ever had that feeling when you want to laugh, but are in the middle of drinking? My most memorable apple cider moment from childhood was when my dad made me laugh at breakfast mid sip of a mug of warm apple cider. In spite of the cider comingContinue reading “Apple Cider Days”
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Strega Nona’s Autumn Comfort
September 24, 2025 By Maria I tried so hard to get this post out last week, but the unexpected arrival of a puppy took up most of my time. Last Monday September 15th, was the birthday anniversary of American children’s book author, Tomie dePaola. I am sure I am not the only one who findsContinue reading “Strega Nona’s Autumn Comfort”
Sunshine to Schoolwork
September 8, 2025 By Maria Well, it’s come and found us as we tried to hide in the end of summer fun; back to school time is here. It found us at last. Since school is starting and there is no more escaping it, I decided to read some school themed picture books to myContinue reading “Sunshine to Schoolwork”
Books of the Month – August 2025
August 31, 2025 by Maria Just in case you missed anything, I put together a list of the books I wrote about in August. At the end of each month, I will write a list of all the books I wrote about during that month. The post titles will link back to the original blogContinue reading “Books of the Month – August 2025”
Sand between our Toes
August 29, 2025 By Maria I can’t get through the summer without completing at least one beach themed blog post. We only managed to fit a couple of beach days in this year, but they were all delightful. One was a bit chilly, but the kids still had a blast and enjoyed the water whileContinue reading “Sand between our Toes”
Fairies, Monsters, and Summer Magic
August 25, 2025 By Maria While stores and social media are preparing for Halloween and back to school, I am intent on enjoying what’s left of the summer with my family. Especially the time we have left before school starts again. Don’t get me wrong, I love autumn. It is probably my favorite season betweenContinue reading “Fairies, Monsters, and Summer Magic”
A Roar to Read About
August 21, 2025 By Maria Most people, including myself, think it’s normal for a kid to cuddle with a toy teddy bear, which is essentially a fierce predator. When my daughter was a toddler, her favorite stuffy was a teddy bear named “Bear-Bear”. Bear-Bear is still sought out for cuddles at bedtime but now isContinue reading “A Roar to Read About”
Time for Sharks
August 17, 2025 By Maria Apparently, not having cable can cause you to totally miss shark week. . .by a long shot. I thought it took place in August, but it was weeks ago in July. Oh well. It’s still summer. Plenty of beach days remain, so let’s read about sharks! One of my favoriteContinue reading “Time for Sharks”
Unique and Resilient
August 9, 2025 By Maria This is a piece I wrote a couple of years ago regarding my middle child. He is now nine years old, not seven, but he still enjoyed these stories when we revisited them recently. I was actually about to return the books to the library, when my son asked meContinue reading “Unique and Resilient “
Books of the Month July 2025
August 4, 2025 by Maria Just in case you missed anything, I put together a list of the books I wrote about in July. At the end of each month, I will write a list of all the books I wrote about during that month. The post titles will link back to the original blogContinue reading “Books of the Month July 2025”
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