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Book Recommendations: treasuries and newbies


Literature

One of my favorite memories with these books is reading two pages of “I Want My Hat Back” over and over to my niece, while she giggled out loud.

July 7, 2020

Foster care: Book resources


Literature

I love these books for their powerful imagery and empathy, building a bridge between those-who-have-firsthand-experience and those-who-need-a-window-in.

February 12, 2020

Making time for books in the mommy years


Literature

There are intense times of motherhood when you are too tired even to think. But if reading rejuvenates you, carve out a section of life for it when you can.

January 22, 2020

Black Friday’s purchases


Celebrations

“Watch for the Light” makes one of two Black Friday purchases for me. I was amazed by “Bread and Wine,” and am more than willing to attempt the sequel sight unseen.

November 29, 2019

Five stories well worth reading


Literature

Two nonfiction + three novels = five captivating reads. At least for me. I can never guarantee you’ll like them, but they’re worth a shot.

September 26, 2019

Books for children in foster care


Literature

There is a dearth of books on foster care, particularly those written for children. Here is a list I’ve gathered of a few that our family has enjoyed.

September 6, 2019

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