“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald Never has this been more true than this year. After spending last school year remote our kids have jumped back into activities with both feet requesting to participate in more things than ever. What’s been really nice is that… Read More 2021 Books: 61-70
It’s officially Spooky Season! That magical time of year when the weather gets crisp, the leaves begin to fall and Hocus Pocus airs non-stop on TV. It’s also the perfect month to catch up on some great thrillers to add to the excitement of the Halloween season. Whether you believe in the supernatural or are… Read More 13 Thrillers to Keep You Up This Halloween
“What Comes After” by Joanne Tompkins A small town in the Pacific Northwest is reeling from the deaths of two teenage boys, two best friends, Daniel & Jonah – one at the hand of the other, the other by his own. Their families being long time friends and neighbors are now fractured. Late one evening,… Read More Book of the Month: September 2021
Summer days have left us, school activities are back full force, crisper weather is on its way and all of the yummy fall comfort food is now ours for the eating! I will definitely miss the lazy days of summer but there are so many things to love about fall. Its the perfect season to… Read More 2021 Books: 51-60
“The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11” by Garrett M. Graff For anyone who witnessed the events of September 11, 2001 you will always be able to remember where you were that day. I clearly remember being at my parents house, walking into the living room asking my Nana what she… Read More Book of the Month: August 2021
August is definitely the Sunday of summer. I know the warm days aren’t for everyone but it is by far my favorite season. I think it has a lot to do with the fact that our busy schedule slims down to next to nothing mixed with reading outside on our porch is my favorite thing… Read More 2021 Books: 41-50
“The Rose Code” by Kate Quinn At the start of World War II three women dedicate themselves to serving their country at the top secret country estate Bletchley Park, where the smartest minds in Britain have gathered to help crack German military codes. Mab & Osla are sent to billet together at Beth’s home &… Read More Book of the Month: July 2021
Happy Summer, Readers! I can’t believe we are already nearing the end of July. This summer is flying by. I feel like we still have so many things left to check off our bucket lists and not a lot of time left to do it. Also, it has rained more often than it hasn’t this… Read More 2021 Books: 31-40
Whether you are jetting off on a vacation this year or sticking to a stay-cation, the best thing you can pack in your suitcase is a book or six. For me the perfect “beach read” is a light-hearted, feel good story that leaves a smile on my face. For others, it’s a mystery just waiting… Read More 10 Books to Read on Your Next Beach Day
“Live Your Life: My Story of Loving and Losing Nick Cordero” by Amanda Kloots with Anna Kloots “Live Your Life” is not just the story of Nick Cordero’s fight with Covid-19, it’s so much more. It’s love, strength, kindness, loyalty, honesty, hope, community and the most strongly felt genuine positivity. Amanda Kloots, along with her… Read More Book of the Month: June 2021