Mindful Santa

Posted on November 25, 2022 by Ariesgrl

Written By: Alyson Kenny

Illustrated By: Maura Kenny

Santa seems a bit overwhelmed this year and it is up to the elves, Scottie and Pippen, to help things go smoothly. However, when the chaos keeps building, the elves decide to give Santa a break. Will Santa be able to find inner peace and joy again, or will this year’s holiday be in jeopardy?

The illustrations in this book are absolutely beautiful… perfect for the littlest child’s imagination. The rhyming rhythm makes this a fun book to read out loud. This is a gentle reminder for all to not let the holiday season create too much stress.

Notes:

I reviewed this book for My Sister’s Books.

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Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on November 24, 2022 by Ariesgrl

Hope you all had a peaceful day.

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A Quote to Begin the Night…

Posted on November 23, 2022 by Ariesgrl

“What if today, we were just grateful for everything?”

~Charlie Brown

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Current Read

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Ariesgrl

Tonight, I am starting The Last Dreamwalker by Rita Woods. I am so excited to read this book, it is supposed to be rich with Gullah-Geechee culture and language, set here in South Carolina.

I got my copy from My Sister’s Books. This is a friendly reminder to support your Indie Bookstores this holiday season.

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Rare Illness Books

Posted on November 21, 2022 by Ariesgrl

I have read a few of these types of books, throughout my life, authors from Nicole Yoon to Colleen Oakley.

Given my latest health news, and lack thereof, I am in the mood to discover more of these works. So, tell me, what you recommend?

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Sign up for enewsletter

Posted on November 20, 2022 by Ariesgrl

This week’s enewsletter has a few announcements. Make sure you are signed up here.

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Enola Holmes 2

Posted on November 19, 2022 by Ariesgrl

This is a cute movie, with old friends and new ones. A bit long, and more filler than the first movie. This one took a spin into actual history, so it is a great way to begin discussing the matchbox girls. I do hope they continue this series.

Have you read or seen any of the Enola Holmes stories?

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Today was for resetting…

Posted on November 18, 2022 by Ariesgrl

After two weeks of several doc appts, tests, and more waiting… today, was a much-needed reset day. Watching reruns of Elementary, and playing a full game of Wizard of Oz Monopoly with Mom.

What do you do to reset your mind and body?

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A Quote to Begin the Night…

Posted on November 17, 2022 by Ariesgrl

“Books and movies are like apples and oranges. They both are fruit, but taste completely different.”

~Stephen King

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Current Read

Posted on November 16, 2022 by Ariesgrl

Today, at the hospital, I started reading another True Adventure story. The Flag Never Touched the Ground: America’s Brave Black Regiment in Battle by Kekla Magoon.

Do you read historical fiction set during the Civil War?

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