Category: Recommendations
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Picture This! Why Everyone Should Read Picture Books
I have been waiting all year for November because it is National Picture Book Month. While I love all levels of children’s books (see my previous posts about the Enola Holmes mysteries and the Enchanted Forest Chronicles), I always get the most excited about picture books. Yep. Picture books. Big books with few words. Meant…
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Children’s Books I Love: The Enchanted Forest Chronicles
Magical, marvelous, and laugh-out-loud funny, the Enchanted Forest Chronicles by Patricia C. Wrede captured my heart on the very first page of the first book. There are four books in the Enchanted Chronicles series: Dealing with Dragons, Searching for Dragons, Calling on Dragons, and Talking to Dragons. The first three follow the adventures of Princess…
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“Hot Girl Walks” with Libby
In a world that’s constantly on the move, finding enjoyable ways to prioritize both fitness and leisure can be a rewarding challenge. One trend that’s been gaining traction is the phenomenon known as “hot girl walks” – a playful term for outdoor walks that embrace confidence, self-care, and a dash of glamor. And what better…
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Wine and Words: Funky, Fizzy & Fun
Sip back and relax while we journey through tempestuous tales of wacky wines and nefarious novels. Now, not all the books discussed will be nefarious, nor all wine will be wacky, but they all will be tempting. My name is Shannon B., a.k.a The Shan. I work in our IT department. I have a background…
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August is Happiness Happens Month
I think it’s safe to say that we all could use a little more happiness. I think it’s also safe to say that many folks are not entirely sure just how to go about it. We’re all working more than ever, prices are rising, weather is more extreme. Is there an actual roadmap to happiness?…
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