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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Ninja Cowboy Bear Presents: the Way of the Ninja
I brought this home for my six-year-old – ninjas are big in his set right now. But the two-year-old loves it, so I get the incredible joy of her toddling over to me with the book saying, “Ninzha! Ninzha!” Ninja … Continue reading
The Rough Guide to English Folk
Those 25-minute commutes to various places in different directions every day add up. I was thrilled when my son got old enough to enjoy audio books with me. Now my daughter is old enough to ask for music in the … Continue reading
The Silver Bowl
I think this is another one that the lovely Charlotte at Charlotte’s Library recommended. The Silver Bowl by Diane Stanley. Molly was only seven when her abusive father decided she was too much trouble to take care of anymore. He … Continue reading
Diaper-Free before Three
I am coming to think, second time around, that starting earlier with potty training might be better. This is based entirely on personal and circumstantial evidence – friends who started their kids young telling their stories with smiles versus friends … Continue reading
Cinnamon Baby
Thanks to my colleague S~ for bringing me this sweet book. Cinnamon Baby by Nicola Winstanley. Illustrated by Janice Nadeau Miriam is a baker. She sings and bakes every morning in her bakery, all different kinds of delicious bread, always … Continue reading
Steampunk-style Jewelry
I have always loved costumes. I wear them whenever reasonably possible, for Halloween, for Talk like a Pirate Day, and of course through the SCA when my schedule permits. Many of our SCA friends now seem to be doing Steampunk … Continue reading
Campfire Cookery
Campfire Cookery by Sarah Huck and Jaime Young I have been a camper for as long as I can remember. But up until now, our camp cooking has consisted of one of three styles: something close to our regular fare … Continue reading
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