Sarah’s Song is a short inspirational book written by Karen Kingsbury. The book is centered around a woman named Sarah who lives in an assisted living home, called Greer Retirement Village. She was young once and lived a full life outside of these walls. In fact, she could look right outside of her window and see a monument to the place to where it all began and, began again…the bench.
The book opens by describing what 86 year old Sarah describes, in small stingy bits of information, as a sacred ritual. It is her own six decade ritual of a personal 12 days of Christmas. The ritual is in remembrance of her life choices and the consequences that follow as a result.
On the 13th of every December, her ritual is to open envelopes, one a day for 12 days. Each one contains one paper ornament on which is written, one very important word. This story contains rich and deep humanity that we all choose to live by; or ignore, according to our whim of the moment.
Sarah teaches us to consider the consequences of living outside of our own value system that has been ingrained in each of us since birth. She, also indirectly, teaches us the joy in correcting mistakes; so, that we don’t rob ourselves of the fullness of the life intended for us. Read the rest of this entry…
Coming from a large family myself, i could go back to my childhood and relive the experiences in Edward’s Eyes that related to bringing siblings home from the hospital and introducing them into the family.
The story revolves around young Edward who is introduced right from birth. He is number four in the birth order. The children, already born, vary in ages from 9 on down to age 3; welcome Edward in various ways. The oldest is unimpressed…she has been through this before.
The second in line, Will, knows the score….messy diapers and all. Young Wren is only 5 and reaches out and gently touches the young Edward. Then there is three year old Jake. He is so enthralled when the young baby is put in his arms all he can say is “His Eyes”. Once, Edward looked at him…they were bonded for life. Read the rest of this entry…
Soupy Saturdays with the Pain and the Great One, written by Judy Blume and illustrated by James Stevenson was just plain fun to read. Any living person with a sibling can relate.
A six year old brother who lives and breathes to make the life of his 8 year old older sister more interesting is going to love this book. Any older sibling is going to dive into this book looking for parts of the story that vindicate an older siblings right to stay on the pedastal that being born first entitles them to! Such fun in these mini stories that underscore the growing pains in any family.
The author, Judy Blume lives in Florida and in New York. You can view her website at : www.judyblume.com.
The illustrator, James Stevenson is an author and illustrator who has written over 100 books for children as well as illlustrated more than 2000 cartoons.
This book was published by Delacorte Press an imprint of Random House, Inc.
We Belong Together, is a childrens book written by Todd Parr. It is a book about families and adoption. I am all for books that promote adoption in a positive way.
I would have to say that this book is for fairly young children; most likely children ages 2-5, would appreciate it best. The book talks about adoption in a way that is easy for young children to understand the basics of becoming part of an adopted family. I like the focus of everyday family activities that show caring and love.
It talks alot about the needs of the child. Really though, if the book was read to, or read by, an older child; i think it would be more appropriate to go in depth about the needs that are met for both the parent and the child.
I think some older children might feel somewhat put off thinking that the “needing” was only one-sided; noone likes to feel obligated about being accepted.
As an adoptive parent myself, i know there are a multitude of reasons for adopting. The need to give and receive love is a basic component of making an adoptive family; it is most definately a two way street.
Todd Parr does a wonderful job of illustrating his book. His colors are vibrant and upbeat. It is a happy book.
The publisher of this book is: Little Brown and Company
Wow, have you ever met someone that you just can’t believe has crammed so much living and learning into their lifetime? The author of this book, Life’s Golden Ticket is such a person. His new book is an inspirational read that begs you to keep turning the page.
Brendon Burchard is a young man who seems to have been blessed with a multitude of skills and knowledge. He is a nationally known leadership speaker, he is a life coach, a business consultant; and now, he is a well known author. You can visit the author online at: www.lifesgoldenticket.com.
His client list reads like a list of who’s who in corporations, universities, non- profit organizations, and Fortune 500 companies. In fact, a portion of Brendon’s profits from this book will go to the YMCA and Junior Achievement as well as the Kiwanis organization. Brendon believes in putting his money where his mouth is.
The whole book’s premise is really about a journey of self discovery and over-coming life’s obstacles to using the skills, talents and blessings that each of us has been endowed with to make the world a better place. It is a very inspiring book. Read the rest of this entry…
Being the first to do something can have very large $$$ impact on your life. Ken McArthur is doing some pre-launch give away resources before his book gets released for sale in early May. What he is doing is allowing people to sign up to help him put out the word about his launch. If you are one of the first people to sign up for a link….then, whenever anyone signs up under your link you will get compensated for it for years to come as long as you and the other person remain members of Ken’s site. Register for free here: http://theimpactfactor.net/?id=35
This can happen over and over again as people you recommend the book to, purchase not only it but, any products or services associated with this membership site. This is going to be a huge book. I myself cannot wait to read it. I know that Ken is a genuine person who truly believes in the idea behind the book. I can’t wait to hear about testimonies as to how his book has ”impacted lives”.
Ken is an awesome person, internet marketer, as well as an up and coming author. His book is on “Impact” in this world. The resource items that he is giving away will only be of top quality value. His first give away can be seen here: http://theimpactfactor.net/?id=35. Sign up for free for the videos and audios that will help you to be successful.
FREE Instant Access to this 48 minute Live Audio Recording. Read the rest of this entry…
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“At Night” written by author Jonathan Bean is a glimpse into a young city girl’s life. She sometimes has trouble sleeping at night while listening to her family quietly sleeping.
With a restless mind, she feels the breeze through her bedroom window. She gathers a pillow and blanket and follows the wind to the roof of her home. There, she fashions a place in a chair for her spirit to contemplate the world around her.
It is here she is finally peaceful enough to rest. Her mother softly rests her hand on her child and absorbs some of the same peace that her daughter has found, breathing in the cool night air.
This is Jonathan Bean’s first book that combines his written word and his visual artistry. Jonathan’s website is: www.jonathanbean.com. This picture book is for ages 4-8. The publisher is Farrar, Straus, and Giroux and their website is: www.fsgkidsbooks.com. The book can be found at both Amazon and at Barnes and Noble. Happy reading.
This entertaining book, written by David Ezra Stein, introduces us to a young bear, in his first year of life. He goes about his happy life until one day the leaves begin to fall. The young bear shows compassion for the living thing called leaves. He tries to help them get back to where he thinks they need to be.
He is a little perplexed about 
the process of the changing seasons. This book teaches, in a simple way, that life has a rhythm and that there is joy to be found in each phase of life.
David Ezra Stein is also the illustrator of this book, “Leaves”. The playful pictures are appropriately, full of fall colors. The publisher of Leaves, is G.P Putnam’s Sons, a division of Penguin Young Reader’s Group. This book can be purchased at Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com.
You can visit David’s website at: www.davidezra.com/books.html. It too, is a colorful and vivid place to view David’s other works.