There are many pluses to living in California, one of which is the close proximity to Yosemite. Some of my earliest memories are set in Yosemite. I have been there in all seasons of the year and so far, all the seasons of my life. I camped and hiked there with my family […]
It’s Children’s Book Week!
It’s Children’s Book Week. Have you read with a child yet? For those of us who love children’s books, this is a week to celebrate.Children’s Book Week is sponsored by The Children’s Book Council. Since 1919 , The Children’s Book Council has sponsored events to promote a life long love of reading. Now, that’s a […]
A-Z April Blog Challenge 2014 – Reflections
I always feel energized when I learn to do something new. So, I was excited to begin a blog but was quickly overwhelmed. I am not tech savvy and blogging was requiring more skills than I had. I came across the a-z blog challenge when I was reading through some terrific blogs. I love a […]
California Independent Bookstore Day May 3, 2014
Whenever I find myself in a new town, I always plan a field trip to a local independent bookstore. There are fewer of these gems around these days and those still in business need to be supported. I will take it upon myself to do just that! I’m in Los Angeles this weekend and will […]
Z is for Zoom!
Zooming to the end of the a – z blog challenge. Doesn’t just reading the word Zoom make you want to go somewhere, fast? Zoom! Zoom Zoom! I’m Off to the Moon Written and Illustrated by Dan Yaccarino Scholastic 1997 picture book ages 3-5 In Zoom! Zoom! Zoom! a young child dressed in a orange bubble […]




