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Bring Back a Book (from “vacay”)
Summer has arrived and here in NC, many of us hope to spend a bit of time at the beach or on vacation. Many of you may call this “the shore”- same thing- we like the whole vibe of those… Continue reading
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Let’s be Real; Trucks or Books?
So, sometimes we just have to be real. We have these dreams of quiet, attentive reading time with our littles. That does happen sometimes and PTL, it’s a gift! But then there are many, many other times when our littles… Continue reading
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Snow Day, Know (no?) Day
We’re experiencing SNOW DAYS in NC this winter, a rare occurence. We’ve just had two winter storms, back to back, and this past one brought us over 11 inches of snow! It’s been beautiful, peaceful, and of course, a time… Continue reading
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Manners Matter and Books Can Help!
Manners matter. They matter for both children and adults. And I don’t believe I’m the only one who feels this way. Maybe those of us who have “lived a bit more life” feel strongly about this, but I do have… Continue reading
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WHATEVER WORKS!
How long should our reading time be? Whatever works for your family. How many books should we read? Whatever works for your family. When should we try to fit this into our schedule? Whenever works! If you’re trying to establish… Continue reading
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Back to Books!
Hello “fall” and ….back to school time! Summer is coming to an end and autumn is around the corner. Most of our kiddos are back to school, preschool, and some sort of routine. When I was teaching (now retired), I… Continue reading
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Sleep vs Sleepover – BOOKS can Help!
If you have a young child who is starting to create their first friendships, play dates and gatherings will naturally occur. And at one point, somebody is going to ask to host a sleepoever….and sleepovers can be a challenge. They… Continue reading
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Leading our Littles in Love
Even toddlers can gravitate towards certain types of books. It’s interesting how kids at two or three years old tend to like certain topics or themes, almost innately. My grandsons spend a lot of time playing with trucks, backhoes, excavators-… Continue reading
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Books to Join July 4th Celebrations!
July 4th celebrations will start this week with the official birthday of the USA being this Friday, July 4, 2025! The United States of America is officially 249 years old this year, counting from the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on… Continue reading
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Bring Back a Book (from “vacay”)
Summer has arrived and here in NC, many of us hope to spend a bit of time at the beach or on vacation. Many of you may call this “the shore”- same thing- we like the whole vibe of those… Continue reading
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Manners Matter and Books Can Help!
Manners matter. They matter for both children and adults. And I don’t believe I’m the only one who feels this way. Maybe those of us who have “lived a bit more life” feel strongly about this, but I do have… Continue reading
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The Benefits of Books (with our guys!)
We recognize as parents, grandparents, caregivers, and aunties and uncles that reading with our littles is GOOD for them; it’s beneficial for their developing minds and it’s good for their hearts too, providing quiet time away from all the other… Continue reading
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Hunting for Easter (not just eggs :))
Hunting for Easter eggs can be fun, and yes, we hid eggs for our kids to find when they were young. Where did this idea come from? I learned a lot when I started looking into this tradition! “Easter eggs… Continue reading
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Incorporate (Your Idea of) Good Music
MUSIC can be good for the soul. We may have varying opinions about what qualifies as “good” music, but most of us listen to music because it brings us pleasure, as a part of worship, or it helps us relax… Continue reading
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Follow the Breadcrumbs
Reading time with our kids can lead to something even more special. Talking. We just have to follow the breadcrumbs. Personally, I can be a take-charge kind of person. But, as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized the value of LISTENING over… Continue reading
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A Holy Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve at Weddington Church Christmas Eve may be my favorite night of the year. My parents and grandparents always made it so memorable. We had many family traditions on this night growing up in Indiana. December in Indiana was… Continue reading
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MAKE ROOM~ (Prepare Him Room)
Our pastor’s sermon Sunday was titled PREPARE HIM ROOM. There was no “room” at the Inn, or anywhere in town, as Mary and Joseph entered into Bethlehem. As the Creator of the Universe entered into humanity, there was no room. … Continue reading
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Numbering Our Days
“Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” Psalm 90:12. A constant challenge in most of our lives is how to spend our time….wisely. WISELY is the challenge. We all have the same… Continue reading
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Books and Beginnings
September is around the weekly corner. Even for us Nanas, there is anticipation of new beginnings at this time of year. It’s not the beginning of an actual “new year” but it’s certainly the beginning of much activity if there… Continue reading
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Give Yourself Grace
Okay, so there are days when we just won’t be able to sit down and read a book with the kids. There are days that just don’t seem to hold enough minutes. I remember. There are days when we’re just… Continue reading
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