It’s All Relative

Personal Connection with the Word and its Author In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the word was God. “The Word” is a reference to the Bible. And I would guess that our experiences with the Bible are usually relative to our culture, our family and our friends. Relatives … Continue reading It’s All Relative →

Jacquie Lawson interactive Advent Calendars: an artistic feast

Someone you know would LOVE this little gift! Years ago, I was the lucky recipient of a unique digital gift of visual beauty and sweet music, A Jacquie Lawson Advent Calendar. Each day in December something new happened. I loved it so much, I turned around and sent one to someone else. She loved it … Continue reading Jacquie Lawson interactive Advent Calendars: an artistic feast →

Dear Mr. Fibonacci

Dear Leonardo of Pisa, of the Bonacci family, Happy Fibonacci Day! Thank you for your hard work, your extensive travels, and your diligence and devotion to bring numbers and mathematics from the east to the west. Thank you for handing down to us so many joyful mathematical puzzles, experiences and inspiration! Are you aware that … Continue reading Dear Mr. Fibonacci →

Celebrating our beloved Veterans, and Veterans Day

Most Appreciated Today I express my sincere appreciation and admiration for the many veterans who selflessly served our country in the past. Thank you to the veterans of today, for your service. Your sacrifice, and your contributions to our national security, are not only appreciated, but are a godsend. Thank you, Harold Williams. And thank … Continue reading Celebrating our beloved Veterans, and Veterans Day →

How About some Light Reading?

Recently a friend asked me if I had any feel-good fiction I could recommend, and after giving her my list, I thought I’d also post it here. I also recommended quite a few books that I have already mentioned here , have a look! All of these books are TRULY light reading, fun and relaxing. … Continue reading How About some Light Reading? →

Review of Sweet Caroline, my Blind Date With a Book

In February I shared the fun I had participating in one of my library’s many creative activities. When I walked into my local library and discovered their Valentine’s themed activity, “Blind Date With a Book”, I jumped right in! My rating So, here’s how I rated my Book “Date”, using the my public library’s "Rate … Continue reading Review of Sweet Caroline, my Blind Date With a Book →

The Wonderful World of Cats

I recently re-read this precious book--after 58 years! In a testament to the quality of the stories, I was surprised at how many of the plots I still remembered. And almost as much as the stories, I also remembered the unique drawings. Unlike some contemporary children's books, these stories aren’t written “down” to children. They … Continue reading The Wonderful World of Cats →

Not Mine, But His by Emma S. Pratt

This lovely book was next on my books to review, and it is fitting that I post it today, Easter! The story is about Mary, a young woman who is endeavoring to live rightly. This is a common theme in late 19th century fiction, one reason I find these so fascinating and interesting! One of … Continue reading Not Mine, But His by Emma S. Pratt →

Leap Day, Astronomy and Calculations: Human and Divine

The length of a year is based on how long it takes a planet to revolve around the Sun. Earth takes about 365.2422 days to make one revolution around the Sun,” Tavernier wrote. “That’s about six hours longer than the 365 days we typically include in a calendar year,” he added. As a result, to … Continue reading Leap Day, Astronomy and Calculations: Human and Divine →

Valentines Day Blind Date with a Book

A few weeks ago, I stopped by my local library and found the librarian surrounded by 30+ books covered in brown paper. I asked what was going on, and she explained their February holiday feature. Then she asked, "Are you interested? You'll be the first one!" Well, who wouldn't be intrigued by mystery, fun, potential … Continue reading Valentines Day Blind Date with a Book →