Pollyanna – Book Club/Matinee

We were so glad that some of our friends joined us in reading “Pollyanna”! We were even more glad when they accepted our invitation to watch the movie and enjoy a themed lunch together! book 1960 movie 2003 movie Initially, we were going to watch the 1960 Disney version but due to time constraints we … Continue reading Pollyanna – Book Club/Matinee

50 📚 by 50 🎂

My blogging friend Amy recently posted Read My Shelf: 50 x 50 Booklist. I thought this was a really fun idea and I’m 46-years-old so I have a shot at completing the challenge by March 2030. I’m going to backlog 4 really good books I’ve read in the past few months. I’m also following a … Continue reading 50 📚 by 50 🎂

Jewish History Homeschool Unit Study

Last spring, we went to two live musical productions of “The Sound of Music”. We really enjoyed the performances! When one of the theater companies announced that their next performance in the fall, would be “Fiddler on the Roof”, I immediately bought tickets. One thing led to another, before we went to see the live … Continue reading Jewish History Homeschool Unit Study

Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad

“Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad: the perspective shift that could completely change the way you mother” by Abbie Halberstadt Book #6 for 2026 Another read-along with my friend MM. We met up for iced lavender cream chai teas to discuss chapters 1-7, chapters 8-11, and chapters 12-14. This was a great book … Continue reading Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad

Favorite Things This Summer 2026

Teeny tiny single serve by Ben & Jerry Americone Dream - perfect for America’s 250 this year! 🇺🇸 front back After 8 years of nearly daily use, I replaced my worn out black & gray leopard print Coach purse when I found this brown leather purse by Wrangler found a delicious strawberry scented candle in … Continue reading Favorite Things This Summer 2026