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Happy Winter! This January has been full of rain for us and not a single drop of snow, so I decided to bring the snow to us…our living room to be exact. Narnia was my inspiration for our living room transformation. My youngest daughter and I just finished up the “The Lion, The Witch andContinue reading “A Return to Narnia”

I realize we have already arrived at 2023, but when I began this post it was Christmas week. As I look back on the previous year, I am inspired to think on goals for the new year. I believe my goal for 2023 will to build relationship and whimsy. I love making things magical andContinue reading “Preparing for the New Year”

My favorite Christmas memory was caroling to the neighbors. My friend and I were under ten years old and were given the special assignment to sing “Jolly Old Saint Nicholas” as a duet. We felt an elite pride for the job and did our best to spread on the charm. After singing to the neighborhood,Continue reading “Savoring the Season”

The Christmas season is officially upon us. There is no holding back now, so put up the tree, bake some cookies and let’s begin with all the festivities. For Tea Time Book Club this December we are reading “The Nutcracker.” This is the Alexander Dumas version. Alexander was a French writer. You may have heardContinue reading “A Nutcracker Suite”

November: It’s the month that whips by in a whirl. Some want to skip November entirely and rush right onto Christmas. I must admit, I have that urge too, but I want to be intentional about each, month, holiday and season so November traditions must not be skipped! There is much one can do thisContinue reading “November Reads & Traditions”

Autumn is my very favorite season. The brisk, chill air, the blue skies and plenty of opportunity for walks. There is no end to how often one can make soups, bake bread and fill up on sweets (preferably those that have pumpkin spice, apples and chocolate) Of course we mustn’t forget the show stopper toContinue reading “Falling For A Bucket List”

Hello My Lovely Friends, It has been too long….far too long really….but I am back and planning the tea time book club with zeal! Are you in the throes a wintry February? It is chilly and snowy here which makes for a great reason to dream and read, as well as break in on someContinue reading “A New Year, A New Book”

Has anyone fallen for Tristan yet? Tristan is our main character in “A Peculiar Royal.” He is a street rat of sorts, one whom begs and steals on the streets and lives with others who do the same. Tristan is also kind and quiet and is willing to help those worse off than himself. TEAContinue reading “A Peculiar Royal: Tristan the Street Rat”

My favorite time of the year is approaching and what better way to celebrate the Christmas season but with books! I have a lot of traditions to celebrate during Chistmas and I will be sure to share with you along the way. May I suggest a family read aloud for the Christmas season? Every yearContinue reading “WinterFrost For Christmas”

Welcome to the book of the Month! I began reading “A Peculiar Royal” a few days ago and am enjoying it so much! If you would like to read along with me, I will be reading 8 chapters each week until the end of December. This story begins with the feel of Aladdin….except our mainContinue reading “A Peculiar Royal”