Recommended Reads
Unlocking the Magic: A Heartfelt Review of ‘Randy Kazandy, Where Are Your Glasses?
RATING: 8 out of 10 Story written by: Rhonda Fischer Introduction: The Struggle of New Beginnings Okay, so picture this: you’re a parent, and your kiddo’s giving you that classic side-eye. Why? Because you’ve dared to introduce something new—like a mysterious veggie on their plate or a bedtime routine switcheroo. Yep, the …
Madame Picasso Book Review
Madame Picasso by Anne Girard (Mira; August 26, 2014; $14.95) Combining her main character’s own correspondence and Pablo Picasso’s art with her historian’s keen eye for detail, author Anne Girard has woven a brilliant fact-based story about the artist’s first true love, Eva Gouel. This little-known figure had a huge impact on Picasso’s art, inspiring his style …
Book Review – Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done
Charlie Gilkey’s new book “Start Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done” is a great informative read that helps those who are struggling with procrastination by giving some great tips and techniques for actually completing what you’ve started. The ideas an concepts in this book are a good reminder on how to pave your …
4 Inspiring Takeaways We Can Learn From “Return to Glow”
Return to Glow by Chandi Wyant I found Chandi Wyant’s journey of Transformation an inspirational read with many inspiring takeaways. Chandi is a college history professor who after going through a divorce and a traumatic illness found a need to reconnect with herself. She sets out on a 40-day journey, taking Italy’s Historic Pilgrimage route …
8 Steps That Will Help You Prepare and Raise an Adult
We live in a world where the media plays a big part in our lives and how we see the world. Some of the fear that our children may be kidnapped or some harm may come to them can sometimes be explained by how much of what the media says impacts our lives. In the …
“Dogtology: A Real Treat for Dog Lovers” Book Review + Giveaway
Dogtology: A Real Treat for Dog Lovers A Dogtology Book Review by Trish Deitemyer Do you give gifts to and from your dog? Is your Facebook feed filled with pictures and videos of pups? Does your dog have better clothes and accessories than you do? Well, sit. Stay. You just might be a “Dogtologist” aka …
Winter Reads: What’s Your Magical Moment?
When was the last time you recognized a special time that did NOT appear on Facebook? How about the last time you actually laughed out loud (not LOL)? When you are with your significant other, are you really WITH him or her, or are you scanning your phone? Are you in the moment, or just …
Making a World of Difference One Quilt at a Time: Inspiring Stories about Quilters and How They Have Touched Lives
A book review by Trish Deitemyer Talk about inspiring! While reading “Making a World of Difference One Quilt at a Time: Inspiring Stories about Quilters and How They Have Touched Lives” by Ruth McHaney Danner, I was moved after almost every story to get up and start quilting. And I’m not even a quilter! Danner’s …
Everything Christmas Book, Make This Christmas One to Remember
It’s so hard to believe that in a little over a month, we will be getting our Christmas trees and stockings out! Everything Christmas is a book that will help you remember why we celebrate each December. Corresponding with the days of Advent, Everything Christmas brings together the best ideas for celebrating the most wonderful …