Category: Books
Wit And Wisdom from the Parents of Special Needs Kids (book review)
| February 3, 2012 | Posted by barb under Books, Reviews |
I have to say very quickly that this book should be put on your list as one to read in the near future; whether it’s just to get a better insight on what parents go through when caring for a child with special needs or to learn from these stories because you are the parent… Keep Reading…
Petition To HELP Protect against Infant Meningitis
| January 25, 2012 | Posted by barb under educational, health |
Did you know that 1 out of 16 infants who contract meningitis will not survive; and that among these survivors, 1 in every five will suffer seizures, blindness, amputation, paralysis or learning disabilities? Those are large numbers people…and it’s time now that we take part in preventing this from happening to any more infants. Our… Keep Reading…
A Couples Guide To Sexual Addiction (A Book Review)
| December 7, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
I’m still at awe with the information and real life stories I read in this book. It’s intriguing on the one hand and almost taboo-”ish” (to read) on the other…but all and all, it was a book that was hard to put down. A Couple’s Guide to Sexual Addiction, is quite an interesting read. I… Keep Reading…
Pharmacology: Novel by Christopher Herz
| December 2, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Reviews |
This is one of those “books” that need no introduction. However, (and I say this in the most respectful way) it’s a book that I would not recommend to anyone under the age of 18. The reason being: there are words, and information about drugs, for which a child shouldn’t read (or learn about)…in my… Keep Reading…
Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Kate Kate The Fashion Plate (brand new tween series)
| November 17, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, educational, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, holidays |
For those who don’t know who Patience is, she’s my daughter. She’s a girl with a lot of spunk and is full of life. But those aren’t the only qualities she carries. Patience is also very artistic, unique, and creative. She’s super sensitive, loves to talk, has an eye for fashion and is a wiz… Keep Reading…
Holiday Gift Guide 2011: The Family Storybook Treasury
| November 12, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, Reviews |
If what you love most is giving your children the gift of learning (all while encouraging laughter, curiosity and fun), The Family Storybook Treasury is the book to give. The Family Storybook Treasury: Tales of laughter, curiosity, and laughs Release Date: October 25, 2011 Hardcover: 304 pages ISBN: 978-0-547-61221-8 Reading Level: ages 4 and up… Keep Reading…
VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy (Review)
| November 11, 2011 | Posted by barb under DVDs/CDs, educational, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, Reviews |
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We (the girls and I) finally sat down to watch The Little Drummer Boy last night and it was beautiful. It was nothing short of what you’d expect from a VeggieTales featured film; Amazing. We’ve been fans of the VeggieTales since my younger sister introduced them to us over 10 years ago. It was about… Keep Reading…
Reading Kingdom | Great for Kids 4 to 10
| November 9, 2011 | Posted by barb under educational, Reviews |
Piper and I were invited to review Reading Kingdom’s reading program a few months back. In fact, we can continue using their program until September of next year. Yay us!!! That means you can bet I’ll be sharing some ending remarks and thoughts on this program (towards the end of our membership of course). So… Keep Reading…
Star Wars Blueprints Released
| November 7, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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I know Star Wars fans (both young and old) are dying to hear the latest press release from Lucasfilm. Especially since Christmas is around the corner…this would make any Star Wars fan scream like a baby. Seriously…I received a sample of what this great book has to offer and both hub and CJ were amazed… Keep Reading…
Apricot Brown; A Book for Girls
| September 21, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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Patience loves to read. Her favorite place in the whole world is the book store, and if she had it her way she’d spend all of our money, and all of her time, with her nose in a book. Patience has never been picky about the books she reads. She prefers chapter books, but as… Keep Reading…
Healing Through Dialogs With Oneself
| September 16, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
“You are your own worst critic.” Have you ever heard that saying before? Do you believe it? I do…hole heartedly. The question is, can you break free of that bully from within, and Tame Your Inner Tyrant? Taming Your Inner Tyrant: A Path to Healing Through Dialogues with oneself, by Patty de Llosa, may very… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: Llama Llama Prize Pack
| September 15, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Giveaways |
When the book, Llama Llama Home with Mama, arrived at our doorstep, the girls instantly filled the room with giggles and laughter. The girls already knew of Anna Dewdney (Author of Llama Llama) and had already read her previous Llama Llama books (there are currently 7 books total). So needless to say—they were pretty excited… Keep Reading…
As we Approach 9/11 A new Novel Emerges
| September 8, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
As we approach the anniversary of one of the darkest days in American History, we are reminded, once again, just how quickly our lives can be changed. For me—the morning of 9/11 started like any other day. CJ and hub were off to work (and school). I had already been up for a few hours,… Keep Reading…
Letters For Freedom: The Civil War
| September 3, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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Patience has always loved science, but more recently she’s turned her interests toward history and the stories, pictures and reasons behind it. I was given an opportunity to read a hands-on history book from innovativeKids. The book, Letters For Freedom: The Civil War, focuses greatly on real-life letters, stories, photographs, and events of the Civil… Keep Reading…
I Can Read, I Can Read
| August 30, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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Having the girls home for summer vacation made it very difficult for me to make any time for myself. I love reading but haven’t seen the insides of a book for, what seems like, ages. When I did manage to find the time to open a book, it was right before bedtime and by then… Keep Reading…
Meet Sarah Renee; A 14 year old published author
| June 26, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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When you think of published authors, would a 14-year-old Sarah Renee from South Carolina ever cross your mind? Don’t worry…it wouldn’t have crossed mine either but it’s now a name I’ll never forget. Miss Sarah Renee has just released her third book…and if that’s not enough, this very dedicated self-publishing 14-year-old-author has plans to start… Keep Reading…
Books That Inspire, Educate and Touch our Lives
| June 18, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books |
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Alzheimer’s: an incurable degenerative terminal disease that preys on the memories of it’s victim’s. Like the pages of a book—each memory is slowly ripped away from existence until there’s simply nothing left to bind the covers of that book together again. My heart goes out to all those who are caring for a loved one… Keep Reading…
Why Reading is So Important to a Young Child
| March 24, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Family, kids stuff |
I read an article yesterday, from Scientific Learning (a company that provides educational software for schools K-12); their blog. In this article it said that reading to your child, at an early age, can help prepare them for school learning and future successes later in life. I also read how children who learn to read… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: The Very Hungry Caterpillar (3 Winners)
| March 14, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Family, Giveaways, health, kids stuff |
My sister introduced The Very Hungry Caterpillar to me years ago and the girls and I have loved this book, and their videos, ever since. It’s a great read for the young (and young at heart) and if you’ve never read it before, I recommend it. When I was asked to host a giveaway for… Keep Reading…
You Gotta LOL Giveaway
| March 13, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, food, Giveaways, health |
I hope you’re in the mood to LOL!, because… Kraft Foods sponsors an online series of videos, on their YouTube Channel, called “You Gotta LOL,” inspired by Anita Renfroe. Anita Renfroe is a stay-at-home mom turned comedy sensation. Anita is America’s undisputed expert in being real. From The Mom Song to Good Morning America to… Keep Reading…
Pretty Neat Review and Giveaway
| March 7, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Giveaways, home, Reviews |
There was a time when my house was 100% clutter free. It was so perfect in every way; I swear it was the most organized, most unrealistically clean houses you’ve ever seen or walked through. It was absolutely beautiful…one of the best. Unfortunately, those days are long gone. Since the girls have gotten older; I’ve… Keep Reading…
Tell To Win (Book) In Stores Now
| March 2, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, Reviews |
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From the minute I opened this book I knew I was going to like it, and by the end of the first chapter—I knew why. This book has helped me understand so much more about what I do. Tell To Win shares insights, examples, and quick guides on how we (all of us) can better… Keep Reading…
The Dark Days of Supernatural from Harper Teens (Review)
| February 23, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, kids stuff, Reviews |
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I received 5 new books a almost a month ago (yes, I’m a slow reader). Each from The Dark Days of the Supernatural; a series of books that I think you might really enjoy—if you like stories of the unearthy, the dead, full moons, and the afterlife—mixed with romance, mysteries, and suspenseful thrills! Each book… Keep Reading…
Book Review- Stop Reacting and Start Responding
| January 18, 2011 | Posted by barb under Blog Tours, Books, Family, kids stuff |
My kids are like most kids everywhere, I suppose. They love to test me-and the waters, undermine my authority, and bicker with each other like mortal enemies. I know they’re just kids and I do remember being this honoree to my mother, but geezers…I wish it’d stop. My mother always told me I’d have kids… Keep Reading…
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