Taking A Sick Day

Sometimes you just have to take a sick day. Life catches up with you and a common cold knocks you off your feet. I say common cold— but… There’s nothing common about colds anymore. Colds seem to be harsher now than when I was a little girl. Pre-twenties, I...

Book Review for Middle Graders: Hatchet by Gary Paulsen

In between reading the Blue Zone book by Dan Buettner, I also managed to slip in this book over the last few weeks. Hatchet, by Gary Paulsen. This is a great book for middle grade boys, but I think anyone of any age would enjoy it. It kept me on the edge of my seat,...

Blue Zones: A Final Look—Greece

Today we’re taking a look at the final Blue Zone from the book written by Dan Buettner. I have enjoyed reading this book so much. The people that live to over 100 years old have so much personality. In this final Blue Zone the author starts with the story of a...

BEING THANKFUL FOR WHAT GOD SHOWS US

In my last four posts, I have covered four out of five Blue Zones with information about how to live a healthier, happier, life. Today, I had planned to cover the fifth zone which would have been Greece, but my plan was interrupted because of someone who decided they...

Slowing Down To Enjoy Life

The days are passing so fast. Life is stressful. Our money doesn’t go very far at the grocery store or gas pump anymore. And our health suffers as we push, and stress, and try to get it all done. We don’t take time to stop and enjoy life anymore. We went...

The Cay by Theodore Taylor: Book Review

I have not cried over a book in a very long time, but this is a book that will take your emotions on a wonderful rollercoaster ride. The author, Theodore Taylor, laid out a story meant for middle grade boys, but will appeal to all ages, especially to adults as you...