Thread Number Eight for Whisper1 (Linda) 2024
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1Whisper1
The month of December approaches. As I age, I do not entertain as I did. And, I spend less and find more meaning in the message of the birth of Jesus; the message of hope in the face of adversity, of love in a world of hate, a small baby that will not be killed by a ruthless ruler, a world searching for answers and longing for stability and light out of the cruel darkness.
And, it is time to celebrate the message of a small stable, not a castle, but a place to rest and give birth to what will remain The True King of the World!
The images are from the incredible artistry of my favorite illustrator -- Russian born Gennady Spirin!
And, it is time to celebrate the message of a small stable, not a castle, but a place to rest and give birth to what will remain The True King of the World!
The images are from the incredible artistry of my favorite illustrator -- Russian born Gennady Spirin!
2Whisper1
BOOK #33 IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
We Three Kings by Gennady Spirin
The story of the three kings who travel from afar bearing gifts for the Christ child is a very special one indeed. The kings make the sacrifice of a long journey fraught with potential danger. Still, they travel to bless the child who is destined to save the world from darkness into light, from war into peace, and from hate the child is destined to bring never-ending love to all who bow down and praise him.
We Three Kings by Gennady Spirin
The story of the three kings who travel from afar bearing gifts for the Christ child is a very special one indeed. The kings make the sacrifice of a long journey fraught with potential danger. Still, they travel to bless the child who is destined to save the world from darkness into light, from war into peace, and from hate the child is destined to bring never-ending love to all who bow down and praise him.
3PaulCranswick
Happy new thread, dear lady.
4Whisper1
>3 PaulCranswick: Thanks Paul. I appreciate your steadfast friendship!
5Whisper1
BOOK #34 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Stay Away from the Junkyard! by Tricia Tusa
This is a gem of a book dealing with the subject of ostracization and changing the opinion of many in the community.
It only took one little girl who was visiting her Aunt for the summer who embraces a man living in the junkyard
to change the negative opinion of "Old man Crampton."
How easy it is to judge someone who doesn't seem to fit the mold of the majority, and to cast negative opinions about someone they've never met.
This is the story of Theodora who risked getting to know someone that everyone in the town that she met told her scary, nasty things about him. He's only moved in six months ago, but no one has visited him in that time period.
From the first day she arrives in Jasper, Texas, Theo strives to get to know the businesses and people of where her Aunt Mazel lives.
"Stay away from the junkyard!" is what she is told every time she opens the door to know a new person. Mudd Dougan at the General Store tells her the same thing! Miss Betty Anne at the bakery warned her not to set foot near that old junkyard because "the place is booby-trapped with holes so deep you could fall all the way to China!"
Walking over the hill she sees quite a breathtaking sight! Piled high, Theo didn't see junk, only interesting objects to explore. Perhaps there were treasures hidden in the huge pile of objects! And, in addition, she met Mr. Otis Compton and his pig Clarissa.
Arriving back in town with a saucepan on her head that she used as a hat, Theo cannot wait to tell everyone about the wonderful Mr. Compton and all his treasures. When she borrows Clarissa and takes him to the children in the neighborhood, the kids are excited as they all march to see the treasures of Otis Compton.
When music and laughter were heard from the junkyard, the older people say it must be stopped!!! When they reached the top of the hill they saw all the "junk" made into a beautiful work of art. They realized how wrong they were to judge and welcomed him to the community.
Small in pages, large in teaching a lesson of opening perceptions that previously were misjudged, this is a wonderful book.
Stay Away from the Junkyard! by Tricia Tusa
This is a gem of a book dealing with the subject of ostracization and changing the opinion of many in the community.
It only took one little girl who was visiting her Aunt for the summer who embraces a man living in the junkyard
to change the negative opinion of "Old man Crampton."
How easy it is to judge someone who doesn't seem to fit the mold of the majority, and to cast negative opinions about someone they've never met.
This is the story of Theodora who risked getting to know someone that everyone in the town that she met told her scary, nasty things about him. He's only moved in six months ago, but no one has visited him in that time period.
From the first day she arrives in Jasper, Texas, Theo strives to get to know the businesses and people of where her Aunt Mazel lives.
"Stay away from the junkyard!" is what she is told every time she opens the door to know a new person. Mudd Dougan at the General Store tells her the same thing! Miss Betty Anne at the bakery warned her not to set foot near that old junkyard because "the place is booby-trapped with holes so deep you could fall all the way to China!"
Walking over the hill she sees quite a breathtaking sight! Piled high, Theo didn't see junk, only interesting objects to explore. Perhaps there were treasures hidden in the huge pile of objects! And, in addition, she met Mr. Otis Compton and his pig Clarissa.
Arriving back in town with a saucepan on her head that she used as a hat, Theo cannot wait to tell everyone about the wonderful Mr. Compton and all his treasures. When she borrows Clarissa and takes him to the children in the neighborhood, the kids are excited as they all march to see the treasures of Otis Compton.
When music and laughter were heard from the junkyard, the older people say it must be stopped!!! When they reached the top of the hill they saw all the "junk" made into a beautiful work of art. They realized how wrong they were to judge and welcomed him to the community.
Small in pages, large in teaching a lesson of opening perceptions that previously were misjudged, this is a wonderful book.
9vancouverdeb
Happy New Thread, Linda!
10figsfromthistle
Happy new thread!
11jessibud2
Happy new thread, Linda. As always, opening with beautiful illustrated books!
Hope you are feeling good these days and yay to cozy inside reading as the outside light grows shorter (for now).
Hope you are feeling good these days and yay to cozy inside reading as the outside light grows shorter (for now).
13karenmarie
Happy new thread, Linda!
14m.belljackson
>5 Whisper1: Linda - Thank you for this lovely review - definitely one to search for!
15Whisper1
Susan, Irene, Deb, Karen, Mark, Karenmarie, Marianne, Shelly, and Anita! Many thanks for stopping by. It is overcast here, but the rain has washed away. I'll visit a friend, and come home to a roast that I have slow cooking. I've read a lot these last few days and I'll post them later. For now, a good day to all!!!
16Whisper1
BOOK #35 READ NOEMBER 2024
Sophie's Masterpiece by Eileen Spinelli illustrations of Jane Dyer
This author is new to me this year, and I very much appreciate her works. This is a marvelously illustrated story of Sophie a spider woman who weaves incredible webs. Most who came across her were very afraid. She learned to hide. Hiding in a yarn basket where she could rest. When she was discovered, the woman smiled and was not afraid.
Realizing the young woman was knitting booties, she decided to weave a magical, beautiful blanket for the coming baby. Climbing on the wide windowsill, she found strands of moonlight that fell into the room. As she wove her masterpiece, she found pine cones, and used snippets of fragrant pine, wisps of the night, old lullabies and playful snowflakes to fulfill her dream of creating a stunning work of art.
She was almost finished when she heard the sound of a brand-new baby. Now, Sophie the spider wove into the blanket her very own heart. The woman found a stunning blanket on the windowsill and covered her baby who was sleeping in a basket on the floor next to her mommy.
This combination of beautiful illustrations and a special text lends this book to be one of my favorites of 2024.
Five Stars
Sophie's Masterpiece by Eileen Spinelli illustrations of Jane Dyer
This author is new to me this year, and I very much appreciate her works. This is a marvelously illustrated story of Sophie a spider woman who weaves incredible webs. Most who came across her were very afraid. She learned to hide. Hiding in a yarn basket where she could rest. When she was discovered, the woman smiled and was not afraid.
Realizing the young woman was knitting booties, she decided to weave a magical, beautiful blanket for the coming baby. Climbing on the wide windowsill, she found strands of moonlight that fell into the room. As she wove her masterpiece, she found pine cones, and used snippets of fragrant pine, wisps of the night, old lullabies and playful snowflakes to fulfill her dream of creating a stunning work of art.
She was almost finished when she heard the sound of a brand-new baby. Now, Sophie the spider wove into the blanket her very own heart. The woman found a stunning blanket on the windowsill and covered her baby who was sleeping in a basket on the floor next to her mommy.
This combination of beautiful illustrations and a special text lends this book to be one of my favorites of 2024.
Five Stars
18Whisper1
>17 klobrien2: Karen, I know how much you appreciate illustrated books. This one is a gem. I highly recommend it! I also very much like books of Tricia Tusa
20Whisper1
Good Morning Beth, many thanks for your support in my enjoyment of illustrated books! I hope your Thanksgiving is a good one!
21Whisper1
BOOK #36 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
Agatha's Feather Bed: Not Just Another Wild Goose Story by Carmen Agra Deedy with beautiful illustrations of Laura L. Seeley
The illustrations in this book are marvelously beautiful. It is a story of a creative older woman who spins yarn and weaves cloth which she then sells. Creating lush patterns and colors pull many people to her shop. She is a wonderful story teller as well.
When a small boy comes to her shop asking questions about her abilities, she uses this as a teaching experience, explaining where silk, cotton, wool, and linen come from. She explains that everything comes from something. The little boy loved learning from her.
Agatha is a beautiful woman, inside and out. Her long, flowing hair, tied up in a beautiful bun accents her beautiful spirit. She saves money to replace her lumpy bed, ordering the bed from the "B.B. Bean" catalog. Elated with her soft, wonderful bed, she quickly falls asleep surrounded by her many cats.
She is awakened by six naked geese who, shivering in the cold explain that her bed was made from their feathers and they explain that they are too cold and want their feathers back! She then worked for three solid days, and the gees arrived at the agreed upon time. Hanging on the wall wee six fleecy coats made for each goose which were made from her very long hair.
In return for her kindness, the gees give her eggs every morning.
The illustrations pull this beautiful story together. I'll be sure to look for more illustrated books accented by the lush artistry of Laura Seeley.
4.5 Stars
Agatha's Feather Bed: Not Just Another Wild Goose Story by Carmen Agra Deedy with beautiful illustrations of Laura L. Seeley
The illustrations in this book are marvelously beautiful. It is a story of a creative older woman who spins yarn and weaves cloth which she then sells. Creating lush patterns and colors pull many people to her shop. She is a wonderful story teller as well.
When a small boy comes to her shop asking questions about her abilities, she uses this as a teaching experience, explaining where silk, cotton, wool, and linen come from. She explains that everything comes from something. The little boy loved learning from her.
Agatha is a beautiful woman, inside and out. Her long, flowing hair, tied up in a beautiful bun accents her beautiful spirit. She saves money to replace her lumpy bed, ordering the bed from the "B.B. Bean" catalog. Elated with her soft, wonderful bed, she quickly falls asleep surrounded by her many cats.
She is awakened by six naked geese who, shivering in the cold explain that her bed was made from their feathers and they explain that they are too cold and want their feathers back! She then worked for three solid days, and the gees arrived at the agreed upon time. Hanging on the wall wee six fleecy coats made for each goose which were made from her very long hair.
In return for her kindness, the gees give her eggs every morning.
The illustrations pull this beautiful story together. I'll be sure to look for more illustrated books accented by the lush artistry of Laura Seeley.
4.5 Stars
24alcottacre
Checking in on the new thread, lovey. I love all the beautiful illustrations that you share with us!
25Whisper1
>22 SirThomas: Hi Tom, Thanks for visiting here, and for your kind words!
>23 foggidawn: Hi Foggi!! Good to see you here!
>24 alcottacre: Dear One..Hello, and thanks!
>23 foggidawn: Hi Foggi!! Good to see you here!
>24 alcottacre: Dear One..Hello, and thanks!
26Whisper1
BOOK #37 READ NOVEMBER
Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell illustrations by Lizzy Rockwell
This is a happy little book celebrating some of the things we enjoy in the fall, such as trips to the pumpkin patch, jumping in piles of leaves, picking apples, getting dressed to go out to get candy on Trick or Treat night.
Cute, and lovely.
3.5 Strs
Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell illustrations by Lizzy Rockwell
This is a happy little book celebrating some of the things we enjoy in the fall, such as trips to the pumpkin patch, jumping in piles of leaves, picking apples, getting dressed to go out to get candy on Trick or Treat night.
Cute, and lovely.
3.5 Strs
27Whisper1
BOOK #38 READ NOVEMBER 2024
Bunnies in my Head by Tricia Tusa with art fromChildren of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
This is a project celebrating the artwork of pediatric patients at M.D. Andersen Cancer Center . It is a collaboration of volunteers, and staff members at the Children's Art Project.
A little girl notes she has bunnies in her head, white, silent, big as mountains, in search of carrots as big as trees. She likes to paint many trees of all shapes and purposes, such cold trees in the snow, and fancy Christmas trees, and trees that are bigger than she is.
Using her inspiration, brush and crayons, she can lead those who are willing to another world, very much different from that which we live in. It is a world far, far away, inside her head. She notes that there are furry things that roan and wear socks. Using examples of what she can draw and the inspirations that come out of her imagination, she paints her black cat, butterflies, fuzzy moths that go splat on her sweater into swiss cheese.
She dreams of flowers, and colors, lots of colors and shapes that bump each other. Her house is painted in her mind as well, and there is a circus with elephants, da dancing polar bear and lots of carnival rides -- all of this is painted as it is stored in her head.
When her head feels jumbled, she can express herself, not with words, but with her paintbrush of magic. When she becomes scared, she thinks of her crayons, and she can fly away to the stars.
Perhaps tomorrow is a word of hope.
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The art in this book is the work of children who have been treated at M.D. Andersen Cancer Center, located in Houston, Texas. It is a celebration of hope, exuberance, courage when bunnies are found inside the head.
My personal thought after reading this book and thinking about the hope contained inside is that we should all celebrate a world of hope and a world of tomorrow when cancer is a word of the past!!!
Bunnies in my Head by Tricia Tusa with art fromChildren of M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
This is a project celebrating the artwork of pediatric patients at M.D. Andersen Cancer Center . It is a collaboration of volunteers, and staff members at the Children's Art Project.
A little girl notes she has bunnies in her head, white, silent, big as mountains, in search of carrots as big as trees. She likes to paint many trees of all shapes and purposes, such cold trees in the snow, and fancy Christmas trees, and trees that are bigger than she is.
Using her inspiration, brush and crayons, she can lead those who are willing to another world, very much different from that which we live in. It is a world far, far away, inside her head. She notes that there are furry things that roan and wear socks. Using examples of what she can draw and the inspirations that come out of her imagination, she paints her black cat, butterflies, fuzzy moths that go splat on her sweater into swiss cheese.
She dreams of flowers, and colors, lots of colors and shapes that bump each other. Her house is painted in her mind as well, and there is a circus with elephants, da dancing polar bear and lots of carnival rides -- all of this is painted as it is stored in her head.
When her head feels jumbled, she can express herself, not with words, but with her paintbrush of magic. When she becomes scared, she thinks of her crayons, and she can fly away to the stars.
Perhaps tomorrow is a word of hope.
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The art in this book is the work of children who have been treated at M.D. Andersen Cancer Center, located in Houston, Texas. It is a celebration of hope, exuberance, courage when bunnies are found inside the head.
My personal thought after reading this book and thinking about the hope contained inside is that we should all celebrate a world of hope and a world of tomorrow when cancer is a word of the past!!!
28bell7
Happy new thread, Linda! Loving seeing all the great illustrated books you're reading lately.
29Whisper1
>28 bell7: Hi Mary, Happy Thanksgiving to you!
30Whisper1
BOOK #39 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
It Could Always Be Worse by Margot Zemach
This is a humorous story with very good illustrations. It won a Caldecott Honor award. A husband went to his Rabbi asking what could be done to help him with the noise of his mother, his wife and six children in a little one-room abode.
This amount of people in a small space led to arguments and tension. The Rabbi told him to bring the chickens, a rooster and a goose into his hut. Now, naturally, this led to more noise. Back to the Rabbi he went for help. This time, he was told to add a goat to the hut.
The story continues as each time he complains of the noise, the Rabbi tells him to add more and more animals.
Finally, when the man was at his wits end, the Rabbi told him to go home and release all the animals..
Finally, the man had a peaceful night of sleep. The Rabbi made situation worse before it got better. The man learned to appreciate what he had (or didn't have.)
It Could Always Be Worse by Margot Zemach
This is a humorous story with very good illustrations. It won a Caldecott Honor award. A husband went to his Rabbi asking what could be done to help him with the noise of his mother, his wife and six children in a little one-room abode.
This amount of people in a small space led to arguments and tension. The Rabbi told him to bring the chickens, a rooster and a goose into his hut. Now, naturally, this led to more noise. Back to the Rabbi he went for help. This time, he was told to add a goat to the hut.
The story continues as each time he complains of the noise, the Rabbi tells him to add more and more animals.
Finally, when the man was at his wits end, the Rabbi told him to go home and release all the animals..
Finally, the man had a peaceful night of sleep. The Rabbi made situation worse before it got better. The man learned to appreciate what he had (or didn't have.)
31Whisper1
BOOK #40 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
The First Ladies written by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
This book is chocked full of details, and while some, of course, is based on facts, but not entirely factual, still I think the authors did an excellent job. Set both before and after Franklin Roosevelt became president, it also encompasses the start of WWII, Hitler's invasion throughout Europe, the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and primarily Eleanor Roosevelt's and Mary McLeod Bethune's, who was an elegant and strong-willed black lady, push for better treatment of Black people before the enactment of Civil Rights legislation.
Eleanor and Mary were both very strong willed, strong-minded and very forthright in setting goals to help the less privileged in America. This is before the Civil Rights movement in the 1960's, thus it was interesting for me to learn that before that historic time period, these two accomplished women pushed FDR to open his eyes and heart to the plight of the Black people and the way in which they had no rights.
I never heard of Mary McLeod Bethune and thus this was an incredibly interesting book. The two authors worked together to present as much information as possible in over 500 pages of the book. Both woman had experienced what it was like to be born in this time period when not only blacks had severe limitations, but these two women learned that women were also treated as second-class people.
Mary presented facts and figures to Eleanor regarding the horrific lynchings that occurred in the United States, particularly, but not only, in the southern states. Both women pushed FDR for legislation to end this abhorrent practice.
This is a fascinating book that I highly recommend.
FIVE STARS
Taken from "Study.Com"
Mary McLeod Bethune: Overview
The daughter of formerly enslaved parents, Mary McLeod Bethune was a towering figure in civil rights and women's rights movements in the first half of the 20th century. The only one of 17 siblings to attend school, she first became a teacher and later opened a school for Black girls that is now the co-ed Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida. She stood up to the Ku Klux Klan, registered African American voters and paid poll taxes in defiance of Jim Crow laws, led several national women's organizations, and ultimately became the first Black woman to lead a federal agency. An advisor to President Franklin Roosevelt who was later appointed to the first United Nations conference by President Harry Truman, Bethune is remembered today for her fearless dedication to the empowerment of women and African Americans.
The First Ladies written by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
This book is chocked full of details, and while some, of course, is based on facts, but not entirely factual, still I think the authors did an excellent job. Set both before and after Franklin Roosevelt became president, it also encompasses the start of WWII, Hitler's invasion throughout Europe, the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and primarily Eleanor Roosevelt's and Mary McLeod Bethune's, who was an elegant and strong-willed black lady, push for better treatment of Black people before the enactment of Civil Rights legislation.
Eleanor and Mary were both very strong willed, strong-minded and very forthright in setting goals to help the less privileged in America. This is before the Civil Rights movement in the 1960's, thus it was interesting for me to learn that before that historic time period, these two accomplished women pushed FDR to open his eyes and heart to the plight of the Black people and the way in which they had no rights.
I never heard of Mary McLeod Bethune and thus this was an incredibly interesting book. The two authors worked together to present as much information as possible in over 500 pages of the book. Both woman had experienced what it was like to be born in this time period when not only blacks had severe limitations, but these two women learned that women were also treated as second-class people.
Mary presented facts and figures to Eleanor regarding the horrific lynchings that occurred in the United States, particularly, but not only, in the southern states. Both women pushed FDR for legislation to end this abhorrent practice.
This is a fascinating book that I highly recommend.
FIVE STARS
Taken from "Study.Com"
Mary McLeod Bethune: Overview
The daughter of formerly enslaved parents, Mary McLeod Bethune was a towering figure in civil rights and women's rights movements in the first half of the 20th century. The only one of 17 siblings to attend school, she first became a teacher and later opened a school for Black girls that is now the co-ed Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida. She stood up to the Ku Klux Klan, registered African American voters and paid poll taxes in defiance of Jim Crow laws, led several national women's organizations, and ultimately became the first Black woman to lead a federal agency. An advisor to President Franklin Roosevelt who was later appointed to the first United Nations conference by President Harry Truman, Bethune is remembered today for her fearless dedication to the empowerment of women and African Americans.
32AMQS
Hello, Linda, thank you for sharing such lovely picture books - they are exquisite, aren't they? Best wishes to you for the holidays and beyond.
34jessibud2
>31 Whisper1: - This has been on my list for awhile! Great review, Linda!
35Whisper1
BOOKS READ THUS FAR IN 2024
MONTH OF JANUARY
1) Ride to Remember by Sharon Langley
2) What You Know First by Patricia MacLachlan
3) Welcome Comfort by Patricia Polaccoo
4) The Sailor and the Sesa Witch by Preston McClearm
5) Lincoln and Douglas:An American Friendship by Nikki Giovanni
6) Mary Who Wrote Frankenstein by Linda Bailey
7) Blood on Their Hands by Mandy Matney
8) The Iridescence of birds: A Book About Henri Matisse by Patricia MacLachlan
9) When Grandfather Flew by Patricia MacLachlan
10) Once I Ate a Pie by Patricia MacLachlan
11) Prarie Days by Patricia MacLachlan
12) Snow Horses A First Night Story by Patricia MacLachlan
13) How To Heal A Broken Wing by Bob Graham
14) Dream Within A Dream by Patricia MacLachlan
15) Imogen's Antlers by David Small
16) A Good Cry by Nikki Giovanni
17) How To Catch A Star by Oliver Jeffers
18) The Happy Hocky Family Moves to the Country by Lane Smith
MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2024
1) Summer's Vacation by Lynn Plourde
2) Mr. Mumble by Peter Catalanotto
3) A Apple Pie by Gennady Spirin
4) The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
5) A Blue So Blue by Jean Francois Dumont
6) The Twelve Days of Christmas by David Delamare
7) Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth
8) Feathertop by Robert San Souci
9) The Value of Love
10) My Mom by Anthony Browne
11) Zorrie by Laird Hunt
12) Little Red Riding Hood by Gennady Spirin
13) Cinderella A Fairy Tale Adventure by Francesca Rossi
14) I Wonder If I'll See A Whale by Frances Ward Weller
15) Rumpelstilskin The Brothers Grimm Retold by Alison Sage
16) Madeline's Rescue by Ludwig Bemelmans
17) The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin
18) Stuck by Oliver Jeffers
19) My Friend the Earth by Patricia MacLachlan
20) Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae
21) The Tale of Tsar Saltan by Alexander Puhkin
22) A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman by David A. Adler
23) Before She Was Harriet by Lesa Cline-Ransome
24) My Father's Words by Patricia MachLachlan
25) Through Grandpa's Eyes by Patricia MachLachlan
26) Little Red Riding Hood A Fairy Tale Adventure adapted by Glada Francia
27) Before You Came by Patricia MacLachlan
28) Snow White & Rose Red by Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm illustrated by Gennady Spirin
29) My Life Begins by Patricia MacLachlan
30) Just Dance by Patricia MacLachlan
31) Three Names by Patricia MacLachlan
32) Bittle by Patricia MacLachlan
33) Zin! Zin! Zin! by Lloyd Moss
MONTH OF JANUARY
1) Ride to Remember by Sharon Langley
2) What You Know First by Patricia MacLachlan
3) Welcome Comfort by Patricia Polaccoo
4) The Sailor and the Sesa Witch by Preston McClearm
5) Lincoln and Douglas:An American Friendship by Nikki Giovanni
6) Mary Who Wrote Frankenstein by Linda Bailey
7) Blood on Their Hands by Mandy Matney
8) The Iridescence of birds: A Book About Henri Matisse by Patricia MacLachlan
9) When Grandfather Flew by Patricia MacLachlan
10) Once I Ate a Pie by Patricia MacLachlan
11) Prarie Days by Patricia MacLachlan
12) Snow Horses A First Night Story by Patricia MacLachlan
13) How To Heal A Broken Wing by Bob Graham
14) Dream Within A Dream by Patricia MacLachlan
15) Imogen's Antlers by David Small
16) A Good Cry by Nikki Giovanni
17) How To Catch A Star by Oliver Jeffers
18) The Happy Hocky Family Moves to the Country by Lane Smith
MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2024
1) Summer's Vacation by Lynn Plourde
2) Mr. Mumble by Peter Catalanotto
3) A Apple Pie by Gennady Spirin
4) The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
5) A Blue So Blue by Jean Francois Dumont
6) The Twelve Days of Christmas by David Delamare
7) Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth
8) Feathertop by Robert San Souci
9) The Value of Love
10) My Mom by Anthony Browne
11) Zorrie by Laird Hunt
12) Little Red Riding Hood by Gennady Spirin
13) Cinderella A Fairy Tale Adventure by Francesca Rossi
14) I Wonder If I'll See A Whale by Frances Ward Weller
15) Rumpelstilskin The Brothers Grimm Retold by Alison Sage
16) Madeline's Rescue by Ludwig Bemelmans
17) The Lioness of Boston by Emily Franklin
18) Stuck by Oliver Jeffers
19) My Friend the Earth by Patricia MacLachlan
20) Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae
21) The Tale of Tsar Saltan by Alexander Puhkin
22) A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman by David A. Adler
23) Before She Was Harriet by Lesa Cline-Ransome
24) My Father's Words by Patricia MachLachlan
25) Through Grandpa's Eyes by Patricia MachLachlan
26) Little Red Riding Hood A Fairy Tale Adventure adapted by Glada Francia
27) Before You Came by Patricia MacLachlan
28) Snow White & Rose Red by Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm illustrated by Gennady Spirin
29) My Life Begins by Patricia MacLachlan
30) Just Dance by Patricia MacLachlan
31) Three Names by Patricia MacLachlan
32) Bittle by Patricia MacLachlan
33) Zin! Zin! Zin! by Lloyd Moss
36Whisper1
BOOKS READ THUS FAR IN 2024 (CONTINUED)
BOOKS READ IN MARCH 2024
1) Night Guard by Synne Lee
2) Spare by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
3) The Bicycle Man by Allen Say
4) Amy's Goose by Efner Tudor Holmes
5) Other Voices, Other Rooms by Truman Capote
6) Noah's Chicks by Patricia MacLachlan
7) The Clown of God by Tomie DePaola
8) Your Moon, My Moon by Patricia MacLachlan
9) An A From Miss Keller by Patricia MacLachlan
10) Always With You by Ruth Vander Zee
11) White Fur Flying by Patricia MacLachlan
12) The Legend of Indian Paintbrush by Tomie DePaola
13) A Place to Hang the Moon by Kat Albus
14) Enchanter's Spell Five Famous Tales by Gennady Spirin
15) Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
16) Geraldine by Elizabeth Lilly
17) Kaleidoscope by Brian Selznick
18) On Meadowview Street by Henry Cole
19) Sharing the Seasons: A Book of Poems by Lee Bennett Hopkins
20) Followed by the Lark by Helen Humphreys
21) Fly Away Home by Eve Bunting
22) Flower Garden by Eve Bunting
23) Agatha May and the Angler Fish by Nora Morrison & Jessie Ann Foley
24) The Biggest Bear by Lynd Ward
25) Cat Talk by Patricia MacLachlan and Emily MacLachlan Charest
26) Bear Feels Scared by Karma Wilson
27) Frog Song by Brenda Z. Guiberson
28) Mary McFadden: A Lifetime of Design, Collecting, and Adventure by Mary McFadden
29) One Snowy Night by Nick Butterworth
30) When Lulu Went To The Zoo by Andy Ellis
31) Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller
32) It's Time to Sleep, My Love by Nancy Tillman and Eric Mataxas
33) The Snowy Nap by Jan Brett
34) Animals Marco Polo Saw: An Adventure on the Silk Road by Sandra Markle
35) Honey, Honey, Lion! by Jan Brett
36) Remembering Vera by Patricia Polacco
BOOKS READ IN APRIL OF 2024
1) Mrs. Roosevelt's Confidante by Susan Ella MacNeal
2) I Didn't Do It by Patricia MacLachlan and Emily Machlan Charest
3) Made of Stars by Kelley York
4) The Ugly Ducking by Hans Christian Andreson illustrated by Jerry Pinkney
5) Life in the Boreal Foret by Brenda Z. Guiberson
6) I Am Enough by Grace Byers
7) Here We Are Notes For Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers
8) Eleanor, Quiet No More The Life of Eleanor Roosevelt by Doreen Rappaport
9) The Truth About Dragons by Julie Leung
10) Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn
BOOKS READ IN MARCH 2024
1) Night Guard by Synne Lee
2) Spare by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex
3) The Bicycle Man by Allen Say
4) Amy's Goose by Efner Tudor Holmes
5) Other Voices, Other Rooms by Truman Capote
6) Noah's Chicks by Patricia MacLachlan
7) The Clown of God by Tomie DePaola
8) Your Moon, My Moon by Patricia MacLachlan
9) An A From Miss Keller by Patricia MacLachlan
10) Always With You by Ruth Vander Zee
11) White Fur Flying by Patricia MacLachlan
12) The Legend of Indian Paintbrush by Tomie DePaola
13) A Place to Hang the Moon by Kat Albus
14) Enchanter's Spell Five Famous Tales by Gennady Spirin
15) Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
16) Geraldine by Elizabeth Lilly
17) Kaleidoscope by Brian Selznick
18) On Meadowview Street by Henry Cole
19) Sharing the Seasons: A Book of Poems by Lee Bennett Hopkins
20) Followed by the Lark by Helen Humphreys
21) Fly Away Home by Eve Bunting
22) Flower Garden by Eve Bunting
23) Agatha May and the Angler Fish by Nora Morrison & Jessie Ann Foley
24) The Biggest Bear by Lynd Ward
25) Cat Talk by Patricia MacLachlan and Emily MacLachlan Charest
26) Bear Feels Scared by Karma Wilson
27) Frog Song by Brenda Z. Guiberson
28) Mary McFadden: A Lifetime of Design, Collecting, and Adventure by Mary McFadden
29) One Snowy Night by Nick Butterworth
30) When Lulu Went To The Zoo by Andy Ellis
31) Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller
32) It's Time to Sleep, My Love by Nancy Tillman and Eric Mataxas
33) The Snowy Nap by Jan Brett
34) Animals Marco Polo Saw: An Adventure on the Silk Road by Sandra Markle
35) Honey, Honey, Lion! by Jan Brett
36) Remembering Vera by Patricia Polacco
BOOKS READ IN APRIL OF 2024
1) Mrs. Roosevelt's Confidante by Susan Ella MacNeal
2) I Didn't Do It by Patricia MacLachlan and Emily Machlan Charest
3) Made of Stars by Kelley York
4) The Ugly Ducking by Hans Christian Andreson illustrated by Jerry Pinkney
5) Life in the Boreal Foret by Brenda Z. Guiberson
6) I Am Enough by Grace Byers
7) Here We Are Notes For Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers
8) Eleanor, Quiet No More The Life of Eleanor Roosevelt by Doreen Rappaport
9) The Truth About Dragons by Julie Leung
10) Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn
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BOOKS READ IN MAY OF 2024
1) Melania and Me by Stephanie Winston Wolkoff
2) Sinatra and Me In the Wee Small Hours by Tony Oppedisano
3) The Seven Ravens by Jacob Ludwig
4) Small Gifts in God's Hands by Max Lucado
5) The Lost Van Gogh by Jonathan Santolfer
6) Meet Patricia MacLachlan by Frances E. Ruffin
7) Small lin the City by Sydney Smith
8) Mistress at the Ritz by Melanie Benjamin
9) The Twelve Dancing Princessess by Ruth Sanderson
10) Gorilla Walk by Betsy Lewin
11) The Sea King's Daughter by Aaron Shepard
12) The Umbrella by Jan Brett
13) The boy Who Held Back the Sea by Thomas Locker
14) Michael Rosen's Sad Book by Michael Rosen
15) The Kindness Book by Welleran Poltarnees
16) The Mysteries of Harris Burdick by Chris Van Allsburg
17) W is for Webster: Noah Webster and His American Dictionary by Tracey Fern
18) Otto The Owl Who Loved Poetry by Vern Kousky
19) What Happens in Vegas by James Patterson
20) Elephant Quest by Betsy Lewis
BOOKS READ IN JUNE OF 2024
1) The Spier and the Fly by Mary Howitt
2) Madeline Finn and the Blessing of the Animals by Lisa Papp
3) All the Beauty in the World The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me by Patrick Bringley
4) A Matter of Pride by Emily Crofford
5) Madeline Finn and the Therapy Dog by Lisa Papp
6) The Moe You Give by Marcy Campbell
7) Dreamers by Yuyi Morales
8) A Medieval Feast by Aliki
9) Mice Skating by Annie Silversgro
10) Madeline Finn and the shelter Dog by Lisa Papp
11) City Dog, Country Frog by Mo Willems
1) Melania and Me by Stephanie Winston Wolkoff
2) Sinatra and Me In the Wee Small Hours by Tony Oppedisano
3) The Seven Ravens by Jacob Ludwig
4) Small Gifts in God's Hands by Max Lucado
5) The Lost Van Gogh by Jonathan Santolfer
6) Meet Patricia MacLachlan by Frances E. Ruffin
7) Small lin the City by Sydney Smith
8) Mistress at the Ritz by Melanie Benjamin
9) The Twelve Dancing Princessess by Ruth Sanderson
10) Gorilla Walk by Betsy Lewin
11) The Sea King's Daughter by Aaron Shepard
12) The Umbrella by Jan Brett
13) The boy Who Held Back the Sea by Thomas Locker
14) Michael Rosen's Sad Book by Michael Rosen
15) The Kindness Book by Welleran Poltarnees
16) The Mysteries of Harris Burdick by Chris Van Allsburg
17) W is for Webster: Noah Webster and His American Dictionary by Tracey Fern
18) Otto The Owl Who Loved Poetry by Vern Kousky
19) What Happens in Vegas by James Patterson
20) Elephant Quest by Betsy Lewis
BOOKS READ IN JUNE OF 2024
1) The Spier and the Fly by Mary Howitt
2) Madeline Finn and the Blessing of the Animals by Lisa Papp
3) All the Beauty in the World The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me by Patrick Bringley
4) A Matter of Pride by Emily Crofford
5) Madeline Finn and the Therapy Dog by Lisa Papp
6) The Moe You Give by Marcy Campbell
7) Dreamers by Yuyi Morales
8) A Medieval Feast by Aliki
9) Mice Skating by Annie Silversgro
10) Madeline Finn and the shelter Dog by Lisa Papp
11) City Dog, Country Frog by Mo Willems
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BOOKS READ IN JULY 2024
1 Madeline Finn and the Library Dog by Lisa Papp
2) Memory Jars by Vera Brosgol
3) Hot Air: The Mostly True Story of the First Hot-Air Balloon Ride by Marjorie Priceman
4) I Like This, You Like that by Linda Ashlman
5) Van Gogh Getting To Know the World's Greatist Artists by Mike Venizia
6) The Owl Who Asks Why by Michelle Garcia Andersen
7) How The Stars Came To Be by Poonam Mistry
8) The Cases That Haunt Us by John Douglas and Mark Olshaker
9) Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward
10 The Little Guys by Vera Brosgol
11) Color the Sky by David Elliott
BOOKS READ IN AUGUST 2024
1) The Missing Mitten Mystery by Steven Kellogg
2) The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura ave
3) Two Many Birds by Cindy Derby
4) The Memory String by Eve Bunting
5) Ninety-Nine Stories of God by Joy Williams
6) Goodbye Autumn Hello Winter by Kenard Pak
7) A Penguin Pup for Pinkerton by Steven Kellogg
8) If You Decide To Go To The Moon by Faith McNulty
9) The Three Sillies by Steven Kellogg
10) The World Belonged to Us by Jacqueline Woodson
11) I Wish You Knew by Jackie Azua Kramer
12) A Child's Book of Prayer in Art by Sister Wendy
13) Mike Fink by Steven Kellogg
14) The Year We Learned to Fly by Jacqueline Woodson
15) The Mysterious Tadpole by Steven Kellogg
1 Madeline Finn and the Library Dog by Lisa Papp
2) Memory Jars by Vera Brosgol
3) Hot Air: The Mostly True Story of the First Hot-Air Balloon Ride by Marjorie Priceman
4) I Like This, You Like that by Linda Ashlman
5) Van Gogh Getting To Know the World's Greatist Artists by Mike Venizia
6) The Owl Who Asks Why by Michelle Garcia Andersen
7) How The Stars Came To Be by Poonam Mistry
8) The Cases That Haunt Us by John Douglas and Mark Olshaker
9) Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward
10 The Little Guys by Vera Brosgol
11) Color the Sky by David Elliott
BOOKS READ IN AUGUST 2024
1) The Missing Mitten Mystery by Steven Kellogg
2) The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura ave
3) Two Many Birds by Cindy Derby
4) The Memory String by Eve Bunting
5) Ninety-Nine Stories of God by Joy Williams
6) Goodbye Autumn Hello Winter by Kenard Pak
7) A Penguin Pup for Pinkerton by Steven Kellogg
8) If You Decide To Go To The Moon by Faith McNulty
9) The Three Sillies by Steven Kellogg
10) The World Belonged to Us by Jacqueline Woodson
11) I Wish You Knew by Jackie Azua Kramer
12) A Child's Book of Prayer in Art by Sister Wendy
13) Mike Fink by Steven Kellogg
14) The Year We Learned to Fly by Jacqueline Woodson
15) The Mysterious Tadpole by Steven Kellogg
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BOOKS READ IN SEPTEMBER 2024
1) Tomfoolery! by Michelle Markel
2) Bright Star by Yuyi Morales
3) Makers by Young Vo
4) Keeping The City Going by Brian Floca
5) Ahoy! by Sophie Blackwell
6) Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring by Kenard Pak
7) Cracking More Cases by Dr. Henry C. Lee
8) Cat Wishes by Calista Brill
9) Bears Has A Story To Tell by Phillip C. Steed
10) The Burning by Linda Castillo
11) A Long Road on a Short Day by Gary D. Schmidt
12) Lost Moon The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13 by Jim Lovell and Jeffrey Kluger
13) Artic by Brian Kearney
14) Best Friends by Steven Kellogg
15) Roller Coaster by Marla Frazee
16) Unspeakable The Tulsa Race Massacre by Carole Boston Weatherford
17) I Wonder by K.A. Holt
18) On The Horizon by Lois Lowry
19) The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey by Susan Wojciechowski
20) The boy and the Gorilla by Jackie Azua Kramer
21) My Friends by Taro Gomi
22) The Puppets of Spelhorst by Kate DiCamillo
23) Tumford by Nancy Tillman
24) Three Pebbles and a Song by Eileen Spinelli
25) How To Walk an Ant by Cindy Derby
26) The Wishing Ball by Elisa Kleven
27) Let the Children March by Monica Clark=Robinson
28) Foster by Claire Keegan
29) The Paper Princess by Elisa Kleven
30) A Carousel Tale by Elisa Kleven
31) Red Sings From the Treetops by Joyce Sidman
32) The Watcher by Nikki Grimes
33) Knight Owl by Christopher Denies
34) The Hare-Shaped Hole by John Dougherty
35) Emma Bean by Jean Van Leeuwen
1) Tomfoolery! by Michelle Markel
2) Bright Star by Yuyi Morales
3) Makers by Young Vo
4) Keeping The City Going by Brian Floca
5) Ahoy! by Sophie Blackwell
6) Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring by Kenard Pak
7) Cracking More Cases by Dr. Henry C. Lee
8) Cat Wishes by Calista Brill
9) Bears Has A Story To Tell by Phillip C. Steed
10) The Burning by Linda Castillo
11) A Long Road on a Short Day by Gary D. Schmidt
12) Lost Moon The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13 by Jim Lovell and Jeffrey Kluger
13) Artic by Brian Kearney
14) Best Friends by Steven Kellogg
15) Roller Coaster by Marla Frazee
16) Unspeakable The Tulsa Race Massacre by Carole Boston Weatherford
17) I Wonder by K.A. Holt
18) On The Horizon by Lois Lowry
19) The Christmas Miracle of Jonathan Toomey by Susan Wojciechowski
20) The boy and the Gorilla by Jackie Azua Kramer
21) My Friends by Taro Gomi
22) The Puppets of Spelhorst by Kate DiCamillo
23) Tumford by Nancy Tillman
24) Three Pebbles and a Song by Eileen Spinelli
25) How To Walk an Ant by Cindy Derby
26) The Wishing Ball by Elisa Kleven
27) Let the Children March by Monica Clark=Robinson
28) Foster by Claire Keegan
29) The Paper Princess by Elisa Kleven
30) A Carousel Tale by Elisa Kleven
31) Red Sings From the Treetops by Joyce Sidman
32) The Watcher by Nikki Grimes
33) Knight Owl by Christopher Denies
34) The Hare-Shaped Hole by John Dougherty
35) Emma Bean by Jean Van Leeuwen
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BOOKS READ IN OCTOBER 2024
1) The Forest by Claire A. Nivola
2) Story Boat by Kyo Maclear
3) Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
4) Martina the Beautiful Cockroach by Carmen Agra Deedy
5) Dear Treefrog byJoyce Sidman
6) Fred Stays With Me by Nancy Coffelt
7) Before Morning by Joyce Sidman
8) Wombat Said Come In by Carmen Agra Deedy
9) 14 Cows by Carmen Agra Deedy
10) Rita & Ralph's Rotten Day by Carmen Agre Adddy
11) The Teddy Bears' Picnic by Jimmy Kennedy
12) Two by Two by Barabara Reid
13) Charles Dickens The Man Who Had Great Expectations by Diane Stanley
14) The Harmonic by Tony Johnston
15) Alabama Spitfire: The Story of Harper Lee and To Kill a Mockingbird by Bethany Hegedus
16) Winter Bees Other Poems of the Cold by Joyce Sidman
17) The Nutcracker by Susan Jeffers
18) The Deer Watch by Pat Lowery Collins
19) In A Blue Room by Jim Averbeck
20) Abuela by Arthur Dorros
21) Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr.
22) Up and Down by Oliver Jeffers
23) Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken by Kate DiCamillo
24) The Twelve Days of Christmas by Susan Jeffers
25) My Pony by Susan Jeffers
26) The Lost and Found Puppy by Mary Jane Flynn
1) The Forest by Claire A. Nivola
2) Story Boat by Kyo Maclear
3) Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
4) Martina the Beautiful Cockroach by Carmen Agra Deedy
5) Dear Treefrog byJoyce Sidman
6) Fred Stays With Me by Nancy Coffelt
7) Before Morning by Joyce Sidman
8) Wombat Said Come In by Carmen Agra Deedy
9) 14 Cows by Carmen Agra Deedy
10) Rita & Ralph's Rotten Day by Carmen Agre Adddy
11) The Teddy Bears' Picnic by Jimmy Kennedy
12) Two by Two by Barabara Reid
13) Charles Dickens The Man Who Had Great Expectations by Diane Stanley
14) The Harmonic by Tony Johnston
15) Alabama Spitfire: The Story of Harper Lee and To Kill a Mockingbird by Bethany Hegedus
16) Winter Bees Other Poems of the Cold by Joyce Sidman
17) The Nutcracker by Susan Jeffers
18) The Deer Watch by Pat Lowery Collins
19) In A Blue Room by Jim Averbeck
20) Abuela by Arthur Dorros
21) Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr.
22) Up and Down by Oliver Jeffers
23) Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken by Kate DiCamillo
24) The Twelve Days of Christmas by Susan Jeffers
25) My Pony by Susan Jeffers
26) The Lost and Found Puppy by Mary Jane Flynn
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BOOKS READ IN NOVEMBER 2024 -- TO DAY
1) An Unfinished Love Story by Doris Kearns Goodwin
2) Grandfather Gandhi by Arun Gandhi
3) The boy on Fairfield Street: How Ted Geisel Grew Up To Become Dr. Seuss
4) Hansel and Gretel Retold by Rika lesser
5) Cinderella by K.Y. Craft
6) The Three Jovial Huntsmen by Randolph Caldecott
7) Just Like Josh Gibson by Angela Johnson
8) Toma's and the Library Lady by Pat Mora
9) The Great Migration Journey to the North by Eloise Greenfield
10) Cupid and Psyche by Charlotte Craft
11) Dancing in the Wings by Debbie Allen
12) Looking at Lincoln by Maira Kalman
13) Uncle Willian and the Soup Kitchen by Dyamne DiSalvo-Ryan
14) My Mei Mei by Ed Young
15) The Last Dance by Carmen Agra Deedy
16) The Boy Under the Bed by Preston McClear
17) The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark by Carmen Agra Deedy
18) The Black Hen by Antony Pogorelsky
19) Curse in Reverse by Tom Coppinger
20) The Pirate Queens by Jane Yolen
21) The Lion and the Little Read Bird by Elisa Kleven
22) Lovabye Dragon by Barbara Joose
23) The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams
24) My Best Friend by Julie Fogliano
25) Blue by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
26) Mina by Matthew Forsythe
27) Off-Limits by Helen Yoon
28) Sheepish Wolf Under Cover by Helen Yoon
29) Coming Through the Blizzard by Eileen Spinelli
30) Hedgie Blasts Off! by Jan Brett
31) The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet by Carmen Agra Deedy
32) Cold Snap by Eileen Spinelli
33) Stay Away from the Junkyard by Tricia Tusa
34) Sophie's Masterpiece by Eileen Spinelli
35) Agatha's Feather Bed: Not Just Another Wild Goose Story by Carmen Agra Deedy
36) Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
37) Bunnies in my Head by Tricia Tusa
38) It Could Always Be Worse by Margot Zemach
39) The First Ladies by Marie Benedict
40) 109 East Palace by Jennet Conant
1) An Unfinished Love Story by Doris Kearns Goodwin
2) Grandfather Gandhi by Arun Gandhi
3) The boy on Fairfield Street: How Ted Geisel Grew Up To Become Dr. Seuss
4) Hansel and Gretel Retold by Rika lesser
5) Cinderella by K.Y. Craft
6) The Three Jovial Huntsmen by Randolph Caldecott
7) Just Like Josh Gibson by Angela Johnson
8) Toma's and the Library Lady by Pat Mora
9) The Great Migration Journey to the North by Eloise Greenfield
10) Cupid and Psyche by Charlotte Craft
11) Dancing in the Wings by Debbie Allen
12) Looking at Lincoln by Maira Kalman
13) Uncle Willian and the Soup Kitchen by Dyamne DiSalvo-Ryan
14) My Mei Mei by Ed Young
15) The Last Dance by Carmen Agra Deedy
16) The Boy Under the Bed by Preston McClear
17) The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark by Carmen Agra Deedy
18) The Black Hen by Antony Pogorelsky
19) Curse in Reverse by Tom Coppinger
20) The Pirate Queens by Jane Yolen
21) The Lion and the Little Read Bird by Elisa Kleven
22) Lovabye Dragon by Barbara Joose
23) The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams
24) My Best Friend by Julie Fogliano
25) Blue by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
26) Mina by Matthew Forsythe
27) Off-Limits by Helen Yoon
28) Sheepish Wolf Under Cover by Helen Yoon
29) Coming Through the Blizzard by Eileen Spinelli
30) Hedgie Blasts Off! by Jan Brett
31) The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet by Carmen Agra Deedy
32) Cold Snap by Eileen Spinelli
33) Stay Away from the Junkyard by Tricia Tusa
34) Sophie's Masterpiece by Eileen Spinelli
35) Agatha's Feather Bed: Not Just Another Wild Goose Story by Carmen Agra Deedy
36) Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
37) Bunnies in my Head by Tricia Tusa
38) It Could Always Be Worse by Margot Zemach
39) The First Ladies by Marie Benedict
40) 109 East Palace by Jennet Conant
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HELD FOR BOOKS READ IN DECEMBER 2024
1) The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
2) I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sanchez
3) Lucy by Randy Cecil
4) Douglas by Randy Cecil
5) The Children's Moon by Carmen Agra Deedy illustrations of Jim LaMarche
6) Angela and the Bay Jesus by Frank McCourt illustrations of Raul Colon
7) Together at Christmas by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations of Bin Lee
8) Jonathan Mouse and the Magic Box by Ingrid Ostheeren illustrations by Agnes Mathieu
9) Rose Blanche by Roberto Innocenti
1) The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
2) I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sanchez
3) Lucy by Randy Cecil
4) Douglas by Randy Cecil
5) The Children's Moon by Carmen Agra Deedy illustrations of Jim LaMarche
6) Angela and the Bay Jesus by Frank McCourt illustrations of Raul Colon
7) Together at Christmas by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations of Bin Lee
8) Jonathan Mouse and the Magic Box by Ingrid Ostheeren illustrations by Agnes Mathieu
9) Rose Blanche by Roberto Innocenti
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COPIED FROM BETH'S THREAD
https://apps.npr.org/best-books/#view=covers&year=2024
Many thanks for this Beth. I will revisit the list time and time again.
https://apps.npr.org/best-books/#view=covers&year=2024
Many thanks for this Beth. I will revisit the list time and time again.
45m.belljackson
Hey, Linda - Happy Thanksgiving and you might want to check your email!
46laytonwoman3rd
Happy Thanksgiving, Linda!
47klobrien2
Happy Thanksgiving, Linda! I am grateful for your friendship and support in this crazy life. Best wishes!
Karen O
Karen O
48Whisper1
>45 m.belljackson: Hi Marianne, I'll check my email tonight..Thank!
>46 laytonwoman3rd: Linda, good to hear from you. Thanks for your kind wishes,
>47 klobrien2: Karen, Ditto!
>46 laytonwoman3rd: Linda, good to hear from you. Thanks for your kind wishes,
>47 klobrien2: Karen, Ditto!
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BOOK #40 READ NOVEMBER 2024
109 East Palace by Jennet Conant
This is an in-depth look at the of making the atomic bomb with the terrible knowledge that its creation and use on both Hiroshima and Nagasaki Japan meant we no longer could be safe from world annihilation.
Living in Los Alamos dessert, thirty-nine miles from Santa Fe, New Mexico was a band of scientists that were brilliant in the design and follow through of terrible death and/or sickness to many in Japan. Clothed in rationale that the hydrogen bombs would end the war, all too soon Robert Oppenheimer and his band of scientists recognized that once the bomb was used, there was no turning back.
It took awhile to read this detailed book. And, in the end Oppenheimer believed that the science of, and the use of the bomb which he and his team put together, meant that the world was no longer safe.
Highly recommended.
109 East Palace by Jennet Conant
This is an in-depth look at the of making the atomic bomb with the terrible knowledge that its creation and use on both Hiroshima and Nagasaki Japan meant we no longer could be safe from world annihilation.
Living in Los Alamos dessert, thirty-nine miles from Santa Fe, New Mexico was a band of scientists that were brilliant in the design and follow through of terrible death and/or sickness to many in Japan. Clothed in rationale that the hydrogen bombs would end the war, all too soon Robert Oppenheimer and his band of scientists recognized that once the bomb was used, there was no turning back.
It took awhile to read this detailed book. And, in the end Oppenheimer believed that the science of, and the use of the bomb which he and his team put together, meant that the world was no longer safe.
Highly recommended.
50PaulCranswick
Dear Linda,
Thank you for being such a warm and loving person
Thank you for being so stoic in the face of your battles with pain management
Thank you for having the most colorful and strikingly beautiful thread in the group.
Thank you for always being generous of spirit and thoughtful to other.
Thank you for being my friend.
Thank you for being Linda.
Thank you for being such a warm and loving person
Thank you for being so stoic in the face of your battles with pain management
Thank you for having the most colorful and strikingly beautiful thread in the group.
Thank you for always being generous of spirit and thoughtful to other.
Thank you for being my friend.
Thank you for being Linda.
51atozgrl
It's late in the day now, but I thought I should pop in to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. I hope the day has been a good one for you!
You have read an astonishing number of books this year!
You have read an astonishing number of books this year!
52BLBera
>44 Whisper1: You are very welcome. I love book lists!
53Whisper1
>50 PaulCranswick: Paul, your message brought tears. A mere thank you doesn't cover my feelings!
>51 atozgrl: Hi Irene. It was tough getting the family together this year, so we are celebrating December 7th. It was a cold, rainy day. I read and relaxed. I hope you had a lovely thanksgiving!
>52 BLBera: Hi Beth. I love lists as well. Thus, the list you sent is perfect!
>51 atozgrl: Hi Irene. It was tough getting the family together this year, so we are celebrating December 7th. It was a cold, rainy day. I read and relaxed. I hope you had a lovely thanksgiving!
>52 BLBera: Hi Beth. I love lists as well. Thus, the list you sent is perfect!
54PaulCranswick
>53 Whisper1: Now Linda, I didn't stop by in order to make you cry. xx
55Whisper1
December is here, and it is the time to be thankful while moving along to a new year. I am very grateful to those I've known since the group began in 2008, and to those who have joined and added your special place in sharing your love of books.
Thank you to all who have blessed the group with your thoughts, your life, events that occurred in 2024, and the books you hold dear!
Thank you to all who have blessed the group with your thoughts, your life, events that occurred in 2024, and the books you hold dear!
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BOOK #1 READ IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
Many thanks to Lynda in Oregon for sharing this book. It held my interest throughout and I read in in one day.
As the title notes, the reader can expect a book about sisters. As the reader progresses it becomes clear there are two sisters, one good and one not so good. When to learn which one is the good one is the challenge.
Three Stars
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
Many thanks to Lynda in Oregon for sharing this book. It held my interest throughout and I read in in one day.
As the title notes, the reader can expect a book about sisters. As the reader progresses it becomes clear there are two sisters, one good and one not so good. When to learn which one is the good one is the challenge.
Three Stars
57alcottacre
>49 Whisper1: I actually own that one. Guess I should find it and read it one of these days :)
Have a marvelous Monday, lovey!
Have a marvelous Monday, lovey!
58jnwelch
Hi, Linda. Ooo, I really liked what Paul said in >50 PaulCranswick:, and how he said it, and I’ll just say, “Ditto”.
I really appreciate all the trouble you go to in posting the illustrations.
I hope your week is off to a good start and that life is going well for you.
I really appreciate all the trouble you go to in posting the illustrations.
I hope your week is off to a good start and that life is going well for you.
59tymfos
Hello, Linda, and a late Happy New Thread and best Thanksgiving wishes. I am hopelessly behind on threads, and (to be honest) most everything these days!
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>57 alcottacre: Hi Stasia. It was a good book with a surprise ending I didn't see coming. I am grateful for our friendship. You were one of the first to make contact with me when the group started. And, I will always remember your first phone call!
>58 jnwelch: Joe, you are too kind. I deeply appreciate your outreach. It's been a difficult few months. I lost both sisters. They were each two years and two days younger than me. Sadly, my youngest sister had a nasty alcohol addiction. In the end her kidneys failed. She left behind three grieving daughters. When her husband died six months before her, I believed that she would loose herself in sadness and drinking. Robin would remark that she was the prettiest of the three of us girls. I always joked that she wasn't. Now, I wish I would have told her she was right!
My sister Kathy was in the middle. We aren't sure what caused her death and await the autopsy. I miss them both, especially at this time of year. Our mother always made Christmas special, and my sisters and I stayed in touch especially at this time of year to comment on our memories. Kathy left behind two daughters, and five grand children. I remember her as smiling, laughing and always caring about, and for others.
Life can be sad, but I choose to remember the good times, the poignant times of wearing our pf flier and keds sneakers and playing throughout the neighborhood all day from morning till dinner time.
Having mentioned the above, I am especially grateful for you and Paul for your generous kindness. This is a wonderful group. I often wonder if other groups as as close as ours. Thanks again for your major contribution.
>59 tymfos: Terri, I didn't participate in the threads as often as other years. Often, I am consumed with the house and projects. The last few days, the furnace wasn't working as it should. Finally, today, I was able to get someone to fix it. Thankfully, it was a minor repair. And today and tonight, the heat is a warm 76 degrees. I hope you are well and that wonderful kitty cat is still climbing throughout the house. All good wishes.
>58 jnwelch: Joe, you are too kind. I deeply appreciate your outreach. It's been a difficult few months. I lost both sisters. They were each two years and two days younger than me. Sadly, my youngest sister had a nasty alcohol addiction. In the end her kidneys failed. She left behind three grieving daughters. When her husband died six months before her, I believed that she would loose herself in sadness and drinking. Robin would remark that she was the prettiest of the three of us girls. I always joked that she wasn't. Now, I wish I would have told her she was right!
My sister Kathy was in the middle. We aren't sure what caused her death and await the autopsy. I miss them both, especially at this time of year. Our mother always made Christmas special, and my sisters and I stayed in touch especially at this time of year to comment on our memories. Kathy left behind two daughters, and five grand children. I remember her as smiling, laughing and always caring about, and for others.
Life can be sad, but I choose to remember the good times, the poignant times of wearing our pf flier and keds sneakers and playing throughout the neighborhood all day from morning till dinner time.
Having mentioned the above, I am especially grateful for you and Paul for your generous kindness. This is a wonderful group. I often wonder if other groups as as close as ours. Thanks again for your major contribution.
>59 tymfos: Terri, I didn't participate in the threads as often as other years. Often, I am consumed with the house and projects. The last few days, the furnace wasn't working as it should. Finally, today, I was able to get someone to fix it. Thankfully, it was a minor repair. And today and tonight, the heat is a warm 76 degrees. I hope you are well and that wonderful kitty cat is still climbing throughout the house. All good wishes.
61Whisper1
BOOK #TWO READ IN DECEMBER 2024
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sanchez
I've read so many great books this year, but this book was a dud. While many gave it four or five stars, and it won a National Book Award, I reacted strongly to the language, the constant partying and the overall life without direction.
I found it depressing without redemption.
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sanchez
I've read so many great books this year, but this book was a dud. While many gave it four or five stars, and it won a National Book Award, I reacted strongly to the language, the constant partying and the overall life without direction.
I found it depressing without redemption.
62jessibud2
>60 Whisper1: - Oh Linda. I am so very sorry to hear of your family tragedies this year. Hard at any time, for sure, but so close together. Your optimistic positive nature has helped you through so much, and I hope that strength supports you through this grief, too. You are one of the strongest people I know!
{{hugs}} to you, my friend!
{{hugs}} to you, my friend!
63PaulCranswick
>60 Whisper1: So sad reading that, Linda.
The loss of family members leaves a bereft feeling that is so difficult to get past. I miss my Gran everyday and she has been gone 30 years. I miss my mum and Hani's mum with an ache I still feel most days.
Hugs and love to you always.
The loss of family members leaves a bereft feeling that is so difficult to get past. I miss my Gran everyday and she has been gone 30 years. I miss my mum and Hani's mum with an ache I still feel most days.
Hugs and love to you always.
64Whisper1
>62 jessibud2: Thank you so much Shelly. I am a strong person -- but I sense some depression waiting for me. I push it away. I notice that I'm making mistakes, forgetting things, and have an overall feeling of loss that hits me hard some times. Today was one of those days. Then, a very good thing happened!!
My furnace settings have been wonky. The temp in the room should read the same as the set temperature.
I spent a cold night last night, this morning, and two other nights in a cold house. The furnace was set at 76, but room temp keep dropping until it settled at 65...brrr. The furnace was not coming on, even though the temp was set. When the temp was 65 it was cold, but then before the repair person came today, the heat came on.
I called a person who has his own business fixing furnaces. I prefer to give business to small, independent owners. He was very busy and could not come out right away. When I described what was happening, he mentioned that he thought I need a new thermostat and the cost would be $900-$1,000 including labor.
I rushed to the bank to get the funds from my home equity account.
He called back to say he was sending someone in an hour. The person who arrived with a smile on his face was so very helpful. He did not think I needed a new thermostat. He went into the basement, accessed that there was problem with the way in which one part was dirty and impacting on the flame. Thus, the reason why sometimes I did not have heat, and other times, it was ok.
He cleaned what needed to be cleaned, and immediately the furnace came on and within a few minutes the settings read the same temp! He only charged $135!
I was so relieved. I could have cried, but held it together.
I deeply appreciate your comments!!!
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>63 PaulCranswick: Ah, Paul, you did it again in that you described just how I feel. Thanks for your support!!!
My furnace settings have been wonky. The temp in the room should read the same as the set temperature.
I spent a cold night last night, this morning, and two other nights in a cold house. The furnace was set at 76, but room temp keep dropping until it settled at 65...brrr. The furnace was not coming on, even though the temp was set. When the temp was 65 it was cold, but then before the repair person came today, the heat came on.
I called a person who has his own business fixing furnaces. I prefer to give business to small, independent owners. He was very busy and could not come out right away. When I described what was happening, he mentioned that he thought I need a new thermostat and the cost would be $900-$1,000 including labor.
I rushed to the bank to get the funds from my home equity account.
He called back to say he was sending someone in an hour. The person who arrived with a smile on his face was so very helpful. He did not think I needed a new thermostat. He went into the basement, accessed that there was problem with the way in which one part was dirty and impacting on the flame. Thus, the reason why sometimes I did not have heat, and other times, it was ok.
He cleaned what needed to be cleaned, and immediately the furnace came on and within a few minutes the settings read the same temp! He only charged $135!
I was so relieved. I could have cried, but held it together.
I deeply appreciate your comments!!!
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>63 PaulCranswick: Ah, Paul, you did it again in that you described just how I feel. Thanks for your support!!!
65laytonwoman3rd
Hooray for competent, and honest, workmen! I'm glad your furnace repair was quick and inexpensive.
I am so sorry to learn that you lost two sisters recently. It's been three years since my younger brother died unexpectedly, and I don't think I believe it yet. We were six years apart, but we read each other's minds sometimes, like twins. I hope you have lots of good memories to draw on, as I do.
I am so sorry to learn that you lost two sisters recently. It's been three years since my younger brother died unexpectedly, and I don't think I believe it yet. We were six years apart, but we read each other's minds sometimes, like twins. I hope you have lots of good memories to draw on, as I do.
66atozgrl
>60 Whisper1: Oh, Linda, I had no idea you were going through such a tough time. And everything with your neighbor earlier this year. It all seems too much! But at least you had something really good happen for you today, and I'm so glad to see that.
Remember that we care about you here. Sending many (((hugs))).
Remember that we care about you here. Sending many (((hugs))).
67Whisper1
>65 laytonwoman3rd: Linda, Thank you for your kind words. I send a belated sympathy to you regarding the loss of your brother. How are you doing over the holiday season?
>66 atozgrl: Irene, Thank you for such a sensitive message. I am very glad you are a member of this wonderful group.
>66 atozgrl: Irene, Thank you for such a sensitive message. I am very glad you are a member of this wonderful group.
68Whisper1
BOOK #3 READ DECEMBER 2024
Lucy by Randy Cecil
Thanks to Karen O for noting this book on her thread.
After a very good life, the dog named Lucy, is homeless. She lives in a box and every day is consumed with finding food. She's not above stealing meat from Paul Bertoli's Butcher Shop. In addition, Lou's diner provides questionable scraps, but it only temporarily fills her stomach before she goes foraging again.
Lucy's affection is saved for a stuffed cat animal. When it goes missing, she is sadder than sad. She found the apartment building with a red door. She knows a girl named Eleanor lives inside and that she provides food from her bedroom window by lowering the item via a string.
Eleanor's father has a steady job, but he loves to juggle -- he is good at it. But, the first few times he performed at the local theatre, he froze and dropped all his glass snow globes and the dishes used for his acts.
Lucy, Eleanor and her father are wonderfully portrayed. Poor Lucy, one cannot help feeling badly about her. As she walks through the small town of Bloomville, she sees women lovingly walking their dogs. Seeing this brings back memories of her previous world of food and a warm place to sleep, and the contrast between then and now is stark.
Eleanor coaches her father while watching him perform his juggling tricks at home. He then begins to juggle on the sidewalks which gives him confidence to try performing in the theatre again. When he does so, he uses soft animal toys. Lucy finds Eleanor at the theatre and then goes on stage to retrieve her lost cat stuffed animal toy. As she jumps through the toys, she becomes part of the act and hears thunderous applause.
Lucy now has a loving home with Eleanor and her father. Now, she has a steady supply of food, and a warm bed as well as a lot of affection.
The illustrations are expressive rendered in black and white pencils. This is a charming, cute book.
Highly Recommended. Four Stars
Lucy by Randy Cecil
Thanks to Karen O for noting this book on her thread.
After a very good life, the dog named Lucy, is homeless. She lives in a box and every day is consumed with finding food. She's not above stealing meat from Paul Bertoli's Butcher Shop. In addition, Lou's diner provides questionable scraps, but it only temporarily fills her stomach before she goes foraging again.
Lucy's affection is saved for a stuffed cat animal. When it goes missing, she is sadder than sad. She found the apartment building with a red door. She knows a girl named Eleanor lives inside and that she provides food from her bedroom window by lowering the item via a string.
Eleanor's father has a steady job, but he loves to juggle -- he is good at it. But, the first few times he performed at the local theatre, he froze and dropped all his glass snow globes and the dishes used for his acts.
Lucy, Eleanor and her father are wonderfully portrayed. Poor Lucy, one cannot help feeling badly about her. As she walks through the small town of Bloomville, she sees women lovingly walking their dogs. Seeing this brings back memories of her previous world of food and a warm place to sleep, and the contrast between then and now is stark.
Eleanor coaches her father while watching him perform his juggling tricks at home. He then begins to juggle on the sidewalks which gives him confidence to try performing in the theatre again. When he does so, he uses soft animal toys. Lucy finds Eleanor at the theatre and then goes on stage to retrieve her lost cat stuffed animal toy. As she jumps through the toys, she becomes part of the act and hears thunderous applause.
Lucy now has a loving home with Eleanor and her father. Now, she has a steady supply of food, and a warm bed as well as a lot of affection.
The illustrations are expressive rendered in black and white pencils. This is a charming, cute book.
Highly Recommended. Four Stars
69Whisper1
BOOK #4 READ IN MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
Randy Cecil Douglas
Similar to the previous book read that was written by Randy Cecil this is a story wherein the characters build on one another, and the main character is an animal -- a small mouse.
Iris Espinosa is quite an interesting young lady. She loves to go to movies and sits in the same seat each time. With her rapt attention and box of popcorn, Iris does not notice the tiny mouse who resides in the movie house. He's never been outside the confines of the dark room, the bright light from the screen, and the pieces of popcorn and snacks that litter the movie house.
The mouse crawls into the soft blue sweater that belongs to Iris. When she is carried outside, an entire new world awaits. Rather than a dark movie house, she sees bright light for the first time in her life. She quickly discovers the outside has more challenges and becomes afraid of the six-toed cat that is follow Iris to gain access to the little mouse. Flying through the air by jumping on objects in order to interact with Iris.
Iris is smitten with the little mouse and calls her Douglas in admiration of Douglas Fairbanks. When her sister barges in the room to obtain the blue sweater that rightfully belonged to her, neither Alice or Iris notices Douglas. The ensuing adventure is funny and endearing.
When she returns to the cinema, she notes Douglas has a new friend and now both of them share popcorn. Iris loves names and adventure. Calling the new friend Pearl White in honor of her favorite actress, Iris now has two friends that like to sleep inside the blue sweater. Now two mice fit in the fold of the pocketed sweater.
The book jacket notes that Douglas is a "sweetly satisfying story." I totally agree.
I'm now on a search to find more books by Randy Cecil.
I enjoyed the story line, the humor, the affection and the authors character development! Highly recommended
Randy Cecil Douglas
Similar to the previous book read that was written by Randy Cecil this is a story wherein the characters build on one another, and the main character is an animal -- a small mouse.
Iris Espinosa is quite an interesting young lady. She loves to go to movies and sits in the same seat each time. With her rapt attention and box of popcorn, Iris does not notice the tiny mouse who resides in the movie house. He's never been outside the confines of the dark room, the bright light from the screen, and the pieces of popcorn and snacks that litter the movie house.
The mouse crawls into the soft blue sweater that belongs to Iris. When she is carried outside, an entire new world awaits. Rather than a dark movie house, she sees bright light for the first time in her life. She quickly discovers the outside has more challenges and becomes afraid of the six-toed cat that is follow Iris to gain access to the little mouse. Flying through the air by jumping on objects in order to interact with Iris.
Iris is smitten with the little mouse and calls her Douglas in admiration of Douglas Fairbanks. When her sister barges in the room to obtain the blue sweater that rightfully belonged to her, neither Alice or Iris notices Douglas. The ensuing adventure is funny and endearing.
When she returns to the cinema, she notes Douglas has a new friend and now both of them share popcorn. Iris loves names and adventure. Calling the new friend Pearl White in honor of her favorite actress, Iris now has two friends that like to sleep inside the blue sweater. Now two mice fit in the fold of the pocketed sweater.
The book jacket notes that Douglas is a "sweetly satisfying story." I totally agree.
I'm now on a search to find more books by Randy Cecil.
I enjoyed the story line, the humor, the affection and the authors character development! Highly recommended
70Whisper1
BOOK #5 READ IN MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
The Children's Moon by Carmen Agra Deedy Beautiful illustrations by Jim Lamarche
Any book illustrated by Jim LaMarche is a joy. He remains one of my favorite artists. In this story, the moon pleads with the sun for the sun to take a break and allow the moon to shine more frequently. He pleads that he doesn't see the children as often as he does.
Beautifully illustrated, and packed full of facts about the moon at the end of the book with the lovely tale by Carmen Agra Deedy, not only equates to a very good team, and in addition the extra information about the moon at the end of the book makes this a five -star read.
The Children's Moon by Carmen Agra Deedy Beautiful illustrations by Jim Lamarche
Any book illustrated by Jim LaMarche is a joy. He remains one of my favorite artists. In this story, the moon pleads with the sun for the sun to take a break and allow the moon to shine more frequently. He pleads that he doesn't see the children as often as he does.
Beautifully illustrated, and packed full of facts about the moon at the end of the book with the lovely tale by Carmen Agra Deedy, not only equates to a very good team, and in addition the extra information about the moon at the end of the book makes this a five -star read.
71Whisper1
BOOK #6 READ MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
Angela and the Baby Jesus by Frank McCourt, illustrations by Raul Colon
Young Angela is attentive to the crache at the Catholic church she attends. Noticing the beauty of the Christ Child she believes he is cold and is wondering why no one dressed him. She takes pity on him, and brings the baby Jesus to her bedroom where she can keep him warm.
When her brother discovers what she's done, he tells his mother. The family makes the trek back to the church to retain the Christ Child. When they encounter the priest he assures her that Mary the Blessed Mother keeps him warm.
This is a special story to read at this time of year.
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Angela and the Baby Jesus by Frank McCourt, illustrations by Raul Colon
Young Angela is attentive to the crache at the Catholic church she attends. Noticing the beauty of the Christ Child she believes he is cold and is wondering why no one dressed him. She takes pity on him, and brings the baby Jesus to her bedroom where she can keep him warm.
When her brother discovers what she's done, he tells his mother. The family makes the trek back to the church to retain the Christ Child. When they encounter the priest he assures her that Mary the Blessed Mother keeps him warm.
This is a special story to read at this time of year.
72Whisper1
BOOK #7 READ MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
Together at Christmas by Eileen Spinelli
This is a cute book about sharing and caring during the cold, cold night of winter. The family of ten mice each manage to find a warm place to stay. Yet, in doing so, they realize the importance of staying together, especially on Christmas Eve. No matter how tightly they are lumped together, it is better to share and be close together.
Together at Christmas by Eileen Spinelli
This is a cute book about sharing and caring during the cold, cold night of winter. The family of ten mice each manage to find a warm place to stay. Yet, in doing so, they realize the importance of staying together, especially on Christmas Eve. No matter how tightly they are lumped together, it is better to share and be close together.
73Whisper1
BOOK #8 READ MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
Jonathan Mouse and the Magic Box by Ingrid Ostheeren illustrations by Agnes Mathieu
Jonathan the mouse is bored and decides to visit the attic of were he resides. Soon, he is covered with a silvr dust that allows him to make a wish come true. He has great fun changing the animals in the farm until things get out of hand.
Jonathan Mouse and the Magic Box by Ingrid Ostheeren illustrations by Agnes Mathieu
Jonathan the mouse is bored and decides to visit the attic of were he resides. Soon, he is covered with a silvr dust that allows him to make a wish come true. He has great fun changing the animals in the farm until things get out of hand.
74Whisper1
BOOK #9 READ IN DECEMBER 2024
Rose Blanche by Roberto Innocenti
Heartbreaking, stark, focusing on the lack of empathy, actions of brutality of the Nazi occupation, and terror at the hands of soldiers who follow directions, without feeling from their soul.
Rose Blanche is based on the life of the author. In this story, Rose notices the tanks that hurry through what was a quiet, calm hometown. One day she witnesses a little boy who is taken abruptly by the Nazi soldiers.
Following him, she discovers him in a concentration camp located through the woods. She finds him and she bravely provides bread to him through the wire. While the book does not say that Rose is killed in helping him, the image of shots ringing out and Rose Blanche never returning to her home, lets the reader no that her assistance and caring cost her life.
This is an incredibly powerful book.
The images above were found at the following site:
https://www.kidsbookexplorer.com/rose-blanche-roberto-innocenti-christophe-galla...
Rose Blanche by Roberto Innocenti
Heartbreaking, stark, focusing on the lack of empathy, actions of brutality of the Nazi occupation, and terror at the hands of soldiers who follow directions, without feeling from their soul.
Rose Blanche is based on the life of the author. In this story, Rose notices the tanks that hurry through what was a quiet, calm hometown. One day she witnesses a little boy who is taken abruptly by the Nazi soldiers.
Following him, she discovers him in a concentration camp located through the woods. She finds him and she bravely provides bread to him through the wire. While the book does not say that Rose is killed in helping him, the image of shots ringing out and Rose Blanche never returning to her home, lets the reader no that her assistance and caring cost her life.
This is an incredibly powerful book.
The images above were found at the following site:
https://www.kidsbookexplorer.com/rose-blanche-roberto-innocenti-christophe-galla...
75karenmarie
Hi Linda!
>42 Whisper1: Congrats on more than 254 books read so far this year.
>61 Whisper1: I’m sorry to read about losing your sisters this year.
>65 laytonwoman3rd: So nice when an anticipated huge expense turns out to be minor.
You're an inspiration. You just keep on keeping on, with grace, intelligence, and love.
>42 Whisper1: Congrats on more than 254 books read so far this year.
>61 Whisper1: I’m sorry to read about losing your sisters this year.
>65 laytonwoman3rd: So nice when an anticipated huge expense turns out to be minor.
You're an inspiration. You just keep on keeping on, with grace, intelligence, and love.
76Whisper1
>75 karenmarie: Karen, I've said it often, but it bears repeating to say that I've added many books from your thread. And, also, it is such a joy to get to know you. Thanks for who you are, and the plethora of information you bring. I've learned a lot from you!
77figsfromthistle
>61 Whisper1: Sorry to hear about that one. I think I will pass on it for now.
>60 Whisper1: This time of the year is especially hard as we remember those who are no longer with us. Like you said, there are plenty of good memories to hold onto!
>64 Whisper1: What a great surprise to have a repair that is actually something small. Sounds like the furnace technician knows what he is doing. I hope you are able to have better heat now.
>60 Whisper1: This time of the year is especially hard as we remember those who are no longer with us. Like you said, there are plenty of good memories to hold onto!
>64 Whisper1: What a great surprise to have a repair that is actually something small. Sounds like the furnace technician knows what he is doing. I hope you are able to have better heat now.
78Whisper1
>77 figsfromthistle: Thanks for stopping by Anita. I haven't been present on the threads. This year was tough, and I look forward to a new one!
I am very grateful for a $135 repair bill. Living on one income can be challenging.
We are experiencing a cold spell; temps were down in the low 30's today. Thus, I am VERY glad for the heat that is steady.
I am very grateful for a $135 repair bill. Living on one income can be challenging.
We are experiencing a cold spell; temps were down in the low 30's today. Thus, I am VERY glad for the heat that is steady.
79Whisper1
I'm heading out to the post office and the dollar store. The weather has changed and it is no longer bitter cold! Amen!
I recently watched the Netflix documentary call Turning Point: The Bomb. I highly recommend this!
I recently watched the Netflix documentary call Turning Point: The Bomb. I highly recommend this!
80Whisper1
BOOK #10 READ IN DECEMBER 2024
King Midas and the Golden Touch by Charlotte Craft beauifully illustrated by K.Y. Craft
The team of charlotte and K.Y. Craft coming together to tell this ages old tale of a greedy king who can never get enough gold. Each morning, he touches the gold coins in his large chest. Knowing that he will never have enough gold no matter how much he can accumulate.
When a mysterious figure arrives in bright clothing, Midas is granted the spell of everything he touches will turn to gold. When he awakens, even his bedding is bring, beautiful gold.
When Midas eats his breakfast, every piece of his meal has turned to gold. Touching his beautiful daughter Aurelia turns her to gold as well.
Sobbing greatly, he cries for the one who put the spell upon him. When the mysterious figure tells him to go to the river that is at the edge of his propery and to take a vase so he can sprinkle the water all over himself.
Together, he and Aurelia celebrate life without gold.
This is a five star read, primarily for the beautiful illustrations that seem to glimmer out of the pages.
This is a story of greed and the fact that it can not bring happiness.
I will look for more books illustrated by K.Y. Craft.
King Midas and the Golden Touch by Charlotte Craft beauifully illustrated by K.Y. Craft
The team of charlotte and K.Y. Craft coming together to tell this ages old tale of a greedy king who can never get enough gold. Each morning, he touches the gold coins in his large chest. Knowing that he will never have enough gold no matter how much he can accumulate.
When a mysterious figure arrives in bright clothing, Midas is granted the spell of everything he touches will turn to gold. When he awakens, even his bedding is bring, beautiful gold.
When Midas eats his breakfast, every piece of his meal has turned to gold. Touching his beautiful daughter Aurelia turns her to gold as well.
Sobbing greatly, he cries for the one who put the spell upon him. When the mysterious figure tells him to go to the river that is at the edge of his propery and to take a vase so he can sprinkle the water all over himself.
Together, he and Aurelia celebrate life without gold.
This is a five star read, primarily for the beautiful illustrations that seem to glimmer out of the pages.
This is a story of greed and the fact that it can not bring happiness.
I will look for more books illustrated by K.Y. Craft.
81Whisper1
BOOK #11 OF THE MONTH DECEMER 2024
Fluffy and Baron by Laura Rankin
This is a cute story of a baby duck who loves Baron the German Shepard dog. There relationship is beautiful and close until one day Fluffy the duck decides she is old enough to roam from Baron.
Baron is berift with grief as he has no one to play with. His hold world was Fluffy. . While Fluffy saw the wild geese head south, she was busy building a nest for her nine eggs. She didn't have time for Baron as she had to keep her eggs warm.
Four weeks of waiting, and there were nine ducklings that Fluffy brought to Baron.
They then played together and snuggled in the barn together.
Thiis was a simple story of the love of two animals and the joy of sharing.
Fluffy and Baron by Laura Rankin
This is a cute story of a baby duck who loves Baron the German Shepard dog. There relationship is beautiful and close until one day Fluffy the duck decides she is old enough to roam from Baron.
Baron is berift with grief as he has no one to play with. His hold world was Fluffy. . While Fluffy saw the wild geese head south, she was busy building a nest for her nine eggs. She didn't have time for Baron as she had to keep her eggs warm.
Four weeks of waiting, and there were nine ducklings that Fluffy brought to Baron.
They then played together and snuggled in the barn together.
Thiis was a simple story of the love of two animals and the joy of sharing.
82klobrien2
>80 Whisper1: Ooh, the King Midas book looks lovely! I’ve got it requested from my library. Thanks!
Have a lovely weekend! Be good to yourself, my friend.
Karen O
Have a lovely weekend! Be good to yourself, my friend.
Karen O
83atozgrl
>80 Whisper1: Oh my goodness, there's another one with truly beautiful illustrations. Some of these children's books are works of art!
>81 Whisper1: That one looks particularly cute. I love the cover!
>81 Whisper1: That one looks particularly cute. I love the cover!
84Whisper1
>82 klobrien2: HI Karen. I hoe you had a good Thanksgiving. Mine was lo-key. The weather was miserable and I had a migraine, so I decide to stay home, relax and read. My family will be here tomorrow. I'll make a ham and keep it simple.
The Midas book is beautiful. Anything that this artists does is incrdible.!
>83 atozgrl: Thanks for stopping by Irene! Yes, I find many works of art in illustrated books. Thanks for your support of my obsession. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
The Midas book is beautiful. Anything that this artists does is incrdible.!
>83 atozgrl: Thanks for stopping by Irene! Yes, I find many works of art in illustrated books. Thanks for your support of my obsession. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
85Whisper1
BOOK #12 READ MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett
Jan Brett's artistry lies in her ability to draw clear images that challenge the reader to continue to the next page, not for the story, but to follow her lovely drawings that are incredibly well drawn. Almost like looking at a photograph, she continues to be one of the most followed illustrators.
In the story a little boy bakes a gingerbread baby. Opening the oven before the cookie is fully baked, the little cookie jumps out and continues to romp through the snow as the animals become more and more part of the story.
He rides the back of a family cat, lives paw prints for the dog to follow while climbing up the garden wall. Ever able to perform daring feats, he dances on the back of goats, drinks water from the well, pulls braids while lacing them together, dances on the nose of the pig, then skittles down the cobbled path to jump onto a chunk of ice floating in the river.
The little boy who made him, now designs a perfect gingerbread home for him to enter, and live in the house.
This is a cute store with a lot of action and splendid illustrations.
Four Stars
Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett
Jan Brett's artistry lies in her ability to draw clear images that challenge the reader to continue to the next page, not for the story, but to follow her lovely drawings that are incredibly well drawn. Almost like looking at a photograph, she continues to be one of the most followed illustrators.
In the story a little boy bakes a gingerbread baby. Opening the oven before the cookie is fully baked, the little cookie jumps out and continues to romp through the snow as the animals become more and more part of the story.
He rides the back of a family cat, lives paw prints for the dog to follow while climbing up the garden wall. Ever able to perform daring feats, he dances on the back of goats, drinks water from the well, pulls braids while lacing them together, dances on the nose of the pig, then skittles down the cobbled path to jump onto a chunk of ice floating in the river.
The little boy who made him, now designs a perfect gingerbread home for him to enter, and live in the house.
This is a cute store with a lot of action and splendid illustrations.
Four Stars
86Whisper1
BOOK #13 READ MONTH OF DECEMBER 2024
Milly and the Macy's Parade by Shana Corey with illustrations of Brett Helquist
The illustrations of this book were lovely. There is such solace in reading children's illustrated books. Thus, these few last days were special times to rest and enjoy art.
With a backdrop of immigrants in New York City, the author weaves the feelings of wanting to embrace America, while at the same time, longing for home and traditions of culture. The first Macy's day parade was held in 1924, taking place on Christmas, as this book illustrates, it was the Macy's employees who were the actual marchers.
Wearing brightly festive costumes of cowboys, clowns and ethic outfits from the country of origin, Macy's employees happily gave a wonder tone to the parade. Traveling with the marchers for the six-mile parade, were some of the animals from the Central Park Zoo.
The parade became a wonderful public relations adventure for Macy's, while also enbracing the joy of New York City.
Milly and the Macy's Parade by Shana Corey with illustrations of Brett Helquist
The illustrations of this book were lovely. There is such solace in reading children's illustrated books. Thus, these few last days were special times to rest and enjoy art.
With a backdrop of immigrants in New York City, the author weaves the feelings of wanting to embrace America, while at the same time, longing for home and traditions of culture. The first Macy's day parade was held in 1924, taking place on Christmas, as this book illustrates, it was the Macy's employees who were the actual marchers.
Wearing brightly festive costumes of cowboys, clowns and ethic outfits from the country of origin, Macy's employees happily gave a wonder tone to the parade. Traveling with the marchers for the six-mile parade, were some of the animals from the Central Park Zoo.
The parade became a wonderful public relations adventure for Macy's, while also enbracing the joy of New York City.
87jessibud2
Jan Brett is one of my favourites, Linda. Her style is so unique to her and her artistry is wonderful!
89Whisper1
>87 jessibud2: HI Shelley, thanks for stopping by. I read these books and am in awe of the talent. I cannot draw a straight line with a ruler! I agree, Jan Brett is amazingly artistic.
>88 figsfromthistle: Hi Anita. I haven't read a lot this month. A beloved neighbor is slipping into nasty effects of dementia.
She won't go to the doctor because "she doesn't want to hear what he has to say." There were furnace problems, surgeon visits to try to curb my spine pain, and most importantly, our beloved cat, Meow, is having more than usual asthma attacks, requiring trips to the vet who is 1/2 hour away if there isn't traffic, but usually the route that leads to his business is packed with trucks, and it is not an easy straight through type of ride. I pray while she is in her carrying cage coughing. The vet can only prescribe so much prednisone. Poor meow is consuming tuna by the cans and walks around with large bumps on either side of her belly. I swear she looks as though she has ten little kitty babies inside. I've found ingenious ways to get the crushed medication in a form she will consume. I roll the snacks she likes in the crushed meds. So far, she eats them.
Life is good, but can be stressful, especially when I feel so very helpless in the situation with my neighbor and lovely kitty. The vet mentioned that he has other cats with this ailment, but Meow is the worse that he sees. He gives her a cortisone injection and within 15 minutes she is breathing and moving around in her usual playful way. The time before this trip, I made the mistake of getting the carrying crate from the basement. Meow took one look at the crate and ran and hid. She found a new place to hide and it took wasted time to find her. She was perched on top of a plastic container of books that were stored under my bed.
>88 figsfromthistle: Hi Anita. I haven't read a lot this month. A beloved neighbor is slipping into nasty effects of dementia.
She won't go to the doctor because "she doesn't want to hear what he has to say." There were furnace problems, surgeon visits to try to curb my spine pain, and most importantly, our beloved cat, Meow, is having more than usual asthma attacks, requiring trips to the vet who is 1/2 hour away if there isn't traffic, but usually the route that leads to his business is packed with trucks, and it is not an easy straight through type of ride. I pray while she is in her carrying cage coughing. The vet can only prescribe so much prednisone. Poor meow is consuming tuna by the cans and walks around with large bumps on either side of her belly. I swear she looks as though she has ten little kitty babies inside. I've found ingenious ways to get the crushed medication in a form she will consume. I roll the snacks she likes in the crushed meds. So far, she eats them.
Life is good, but can be stressful, especially when I feel so very helpless in the situation with my neighbor and lovely kitty. The vet mentioned that he has other cats with this ailment, but Meow is the worse that he sees. He gives her a cortisone injection and within 15 minutes she is breathing and moving around in her usual playful way. The time before this trip, I made the mistake of getting the carrying crate from the basement. Meow took one look at the crate and ran and hid. She found a new place to hide and it took wasted time to find her. She was perched on top of a plastic container of books that were stored under my bed.
90vancouverdeb
Rose Blanche looks like a really cute book, Linda. Sorry about your neighbour and the trouble with your cat, Meow. That sounds very difficult.
91Carmenere
>1 Whisper1: Lovely post, Linda!
> 89 I’m so sorry to read about Meow.
I use to have a very difficult time getting my kitties in their carriers. Until! I discovered Feliway classic spray. A spray or two in each carrier about 15 minutes before I put them in, calms them with a scent they’re supposed to associate with their mom.
Still it’s quite a production. I open the carriers in the first floor laundry room spray and close the door. When they’re nibbling on the treats I put around for them I cuff one, run to the laundry room, put him or her in the carrier, close the door and repeat. Ha what we don’t do for our fur family.
> 89 I’m so sorry to read about Meow.
I use to have a very difficult time getting my kitties in their carriers. Until! I discovered Feliway classic spray. A spray or two in each carrier about 15 minutes before I put them in, calms them with a scent they’re supposed to associate with their mom.
Still it’s quite a production. I open the carriers in the first floor laundry room spray and close the door. When they’re nibbling on the treats I put around for them I cuff one, run to the laundry room, put him or her in the carrier, close the door and repeat. Ha what we don’t do for our fur family.
92m.belljackson
>89 Whisper1: Linda - Just read that a Vet wrapped a pillow case around her cat's body under her head
to get her quietly into the carrier.
Is there a Mobile Vet in the area or would your vet send an assistant to your house?
What is neighbor's family doing to handle dementia -?
There are a lot of Support Groups and Phone support to call for help.
Good Luck!
to get her quietly into the carrier.
Is there a Mobile Vet in the area or would your vet send an assistant to your house?
What is neighbor's family doing to handle dementia -?
There are a lot of Support Groups and Phone support to call for help.
Good Luck!
93Whisper1
>90 vancouverdeb: Hi Deb. Thanks for stopping by. Rose Blanche was a book that was tough to read. by helping the young Jewish friend who the nazi soldiers place in a camp through the woods, the ending of the book leads the reader to know that a shot was heard, and Rose Blanche never returned to her home.
This was a tough one to read, but I think it is a necessary book. In conversation with one of my librarian friends, she noted what we never learned in school. We were not taught about the building of the bomb, but we were taught duck and cover under our desks. But, we really didn't know why we were doing this.
We were not taught about the Holocaust -- even in highschool! We were not taught about WWII and the impact throughout Europe, and the involvement of FDR in deciding we needed to help after Pearl Harbor and bombing on our soil.
I wonder if these subjects are currently taught in school.
This was a tough one to read, but I think it is a necessary book. In conversation with one of my librarian friends, she noted what we never learned in school. We were not taught about the building of the bomb, but we were taught duck and cover under our desks. But, we really didn't know why we were doing this.
We were not taught about the Holocaust -- even in highschool! We were not taught about WWII and the impact throughout Europe, and the involvement of FDR in deciding we needed to help after Pearl Harbor and bombing on our soil.
I wonder if these subjects are currently taught in school.
94Whisper1
>91 Carmenere: Hi Lynda, thanks for your post containing information regarding what works for you in getting your cats into the pet carrier. I'm glad Will and his friend will be with you over the holiday for an extended time. I'm sure that brings much joy!
>92 m.belljackson: Hello friend! Thanks for the information regarding what might help get Meow into her carrier.
Regarding my neighbor, sadly, she has two son's. One comes to the house when he wants to use her charge cards. I've sent messages to the daughter in law, who is a caring, lovely person. But, as she reminds me, she is not the parent, and the boys lack of involvement is something she cannot control.
My neighbor told me her son got mad when she told him using her credit card and charging $1,000 in one month was too much. He in turn was mad at her that she gave him a card that only had access to $1,000. I bow out of the situation. In caring for her, when they don't equates more and more to them expecting me to handle the situation.
It sounds cruel, but I went through this with beloved woman across the street who also had two sons who expected me to handle her dementia.
In fact, right after Will died, I had to have a spine surgery. One son stopped his car in front of my house and actually said "When you go to get my father from the hospital, is your car large enough to handle his wheel chair?" I said 'WHEN" was not a word he should use as it was not my resonsibility. Normally, I am calm, but this time I reminded him I was deep in grief and recovering from a surgery. He asked me what to do since he and his family were taking a trip to Greece. I told him to handle it and it was NOT my problem.
I learned from this experience to be kind and helpful in moderation, but not get overly involved so that it becomes an expectation.
Perhaps I mentioned the most recent out burst from my neighbor was to tell Andres, my lovely neighbor who is always kind to all and very helpful, that she was going to report him to the township because the wind was blowing leaves from the tree in the front of his house (one by the way that the builder of our houses placed there,) into her yard. And, she demanded he rake the leaves.
Yes, it is really getting out of control. When Andres called me to tell me what was going on, I sent a text once again to the daughter in law to tell her that if her son's didn't do something, Andres would have every right to seek assistance from her harrassement. He also mowed her yard often last summer, and she did not pay him. Claiming she gave the money "to the kid!" Andres really was upset that she was accusing his son, a little boy, of stealing when she never ever gave the money to him.
I was walking with friend Bill and his little white dog, and heard her screaming down the street, while dramatically waving her hands in the air.
I helped her when I found her naked in her garage on the floor after a fall. The sons never called or visited to check on her.
I loved my grandmother and always took care of her, moving her into my home when she was 86 and lonely.
I think it is a sad statement of what is happening to the elderly when children really don't visit or seem not to care.
>92 m.belljackson: Hello friend! Thanks for the information regarding what might help get Meow into her carrier.
Regarding my neighbor, sadly, she has two son's. One comes to the house when he wants to use her charge cards. I've sent messages to the daughter in law, who is a caring, lovely person. But, as she reminds me, she is not the parent, and the boys lack of involvement is something she cannot control.
My neighbor told me her son got mad when she told him using her credit card and charging $1,000 in one month was too much. He in turn was mad at her that she gave him a card that only had access to $1,000. I bow out of the situation. In caring for her, when they don't equates more and more to them expecting me to handle the situation.
It sounds cruel, but I went through this with beloved woman across the street who also had two sons who expected me to handle her dementia.
In fact, right after Will died, I had to have a spine surgery. One son stopped his car in front of my house and actually said "When you go to get my father from the hospital, is your car large enough to handle his wheel chair?" I said 'WHEN" was not a word he should use as it was not my resonsibility. Normally, I am calm, but this time I reminded him I was deep in grief and recovering from a surgery. He asked me what to do since he and his family were taking a trip to Greece. I told him to handle it and it was NOT my problem.
I learned from this experience to be kind and helpful in moderation, but not get overly involved so that it becomes an expectation.
Perhaps I mentioned the most recent out burst from my neighbor was to tell Andres, my lovely neighbor who is always kind to all and very helpful, that she was going to report him to the township because the wind was blowing leaves from the tree in the front of his house (one by the way that the builder of our houses placed there,) into her yard. And, she demanded he rake the leaves.
Yes, it is really getting out of control. When Andres called me to tell me what was going on, I sent a text once again to the daughter in law to tell her that if her son's didn't do something, Andres would have every right to seek assistance from her harrassement. He also mowed her yard often last summer, and she did not pay him. Claiming she gave the money "to the kid!" Andres really was upset that she was accusing his son, a little boy, of stealing when she never ever gave the money to him.
I was walking with friend Bill and his little white dog, and heard her screaming down the street, while dramatically waving her hands in the air.
I helped her when I found her naked in her garage on the floor after a fall. The sons never called or visited to check on her.
I loved my grandmother and always took care of her, moving her into my home when she was 86 and lonely.
I think it is a sad statement of what is happening to the elderly when children really don't visit or seem not to care.
95m.belljackson
>94 Whisper1: Linda - can you call Social Services!?! this is too nuts...
96thornton37814
So many good picture books!
97Whisper1
>95 m.belljackson: Hi Marinne. Cathy fell again last night. This time on my front stoop leading into my house. She came because she wanted money to "go to THE bingo." I asked the neighbor across the street to help me get Cathy up. Her hand was bleeding, Her glasses were broken, one of her shoes was located a few feet from where she fell.
She really has an addiction that I refuse to encourage. I previously told her I would not give give her money for Bingo. If she cannot afford to go, she should not be asking me for money. When my neighbor was able to get her up, she was elated because she was going to get to Bingo! I re-iterated that I was not going to give her money.
I will call social services on Monday. Then, I wash my hands. If she falls and breaks something, I don't want her sons saying I harmed her.
Thanks for listening to this ongoing sad situation.
She really has an addiction that I refuse to encourage. I previously told her I would not give give her money for Bingo. If she cannot afford to go, she should not be asking me for money. When my neighbor was able to get her up, she was elated because she was going to get to Bingo! I re-iterated that I was not going to give her money.
I will call social services on Monday. Then, I wash my hands. If she falls and breaks something, I don't want her sons saying I harmed her.
Thanks for listening to this ongoing sad situation.
98SirThomas
Help also includes recognizing when you can no longer do anything yourself.
You are such a caring person Linda, and it's important that you don't go beyond your own physical and mental capabilities...
We have had this experience ourselves.
I wish you all the best and hope that your neighbor can be helped.
You are such a caring person Linda, and it's important that you don't go beyond your own physical and mental capabilities...
We have had this experience ourselves.
I wish you all the best and hope that your neighbor can be helped.
99msf59
Happy Saturday, Linda. How are you coming with all your holiday preparations? I sure hope you have a wonderful Christmas.
100atozgrl
Hello, Linda. I am so sorry that you are having to deal with your neighbor so much. It is the responsibility of her children, and they should not be expecting you to take care of her. And dementia makes everything so much more difficult. It sounds like calling social services is the best thing you can do at this point. You have already gone out of your way for her, and done more than most would.
We are getting ready to leave town early Monday, and I probably won't be on LT again until after New Year, so I wanted to send you my best wishes for a merry Christmas and a very happy New Year.
We are getting ready to leave town early Monday, and I probably won't be on LT again until after New Year, so I wanted to send you my best wishes for a merry Christmas and a very happy New Year.
105Familyhistorian
I hope that the situation with your neighbour can be taken care of by others, Linda.
Have a Merry Christmas!
Have a Merry Christmas!
106karenmarie
Hi Linda!
107PaulCranswick
Thinking of you at this time, dear Linda.
111drneutron
I'm kinda lonely over here....
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112Whisper1
Thanks to all for your holiday wishes. It means a lot to receive such lovely messages!
>111 drneutron: Jim, thanks for the prod. I created thread number one for 2025. Thanks again for all you do for this group! You are deeply appreciated.
>111 drneutron: Jim, thanks for the prod. I created thread number one for 2025. Thanks again for all you do for this group! You are deeply appreciated.
113BLBera
Merry Christmas, Linda. I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season, and that your neighbor situation is soon resolved. See you in 2025!
114Whisper1
BOOK #14 READ IN DECEMBER 2024
Jackie and Maria by Gill Paul
After watching the excellent Netflix show titled Maria, which highlighted the life of the incredibly talented opera singer Maria Callas, I immediately went to Thriftbooks and found a number of books regarding her life, her loves, and the focus on her stunningly beautiful voice!
And, for Christmas, I requested a CD of Maria Callas singing Madam Butterfly, as well as other well-known operatic pieces that highlight her varied range of notes.
I have mixed feelings about this book because while it uses some actual occurrences in her life, a novice like me who knows so little, would have a difficult time sifting through the truth vs fictional happenings in her life.
Focusing on the fact that both of these well known women were involved with Aristotle Onassis, again I'm not sure the truth vs fiction of his life and feelings for these two women.
We know the characters were well known, Maria for her talent, Jackie for her highly-developed class and marriage to President John Kennedy, and most are aware of Ari for his swagger and his billion dollar fortune. Weaving these three together with varying chapters seemed difficult to read.
I'll read more in depth about Maria, as she seems to be the most real, hardest working, successful in her own right than a rich lady who married well, and a crude rich man who lacked class.
Jackie and Maria by Gill Paul
After watching the excellent Netflix show titled Maria, which highlighted the life of the incredibly talented opera singer Maria Callas, I immediately went to Thriftbooks and found a number of books regarding her life, her loves, and the focus on her stunningly beautiful voice!
And, for Christmas, I requested a CD of Maria Callas singing Madam Butterfly, as well as other well-known operatic pieces that highlight her varied range of notes.
I have mixed feelings about this book because while it uses some actual occurrences in her life, a novice like me who knows so little, would have a difficult time sifting through the truth vs fictional happenings in her life.
Focusing on the fact that both of these well known women were involved with Aristotle Onassis, again I'm not sure the truth vs fiction of his life and feelings for these two women.
We know the characters were well known, Maria for her talent, Jackie for her highly-developed class and marriage to President John Kennedy, and most are aware of Ari for his swagger and his billion dollar fortune. Weaving these three together with varying chapters seemed difficult to read.
I'll read more in depth about Maria, as she seems to be the most real, hardest working, successful in her own right than a rich lady who married well, and a crude rich man who lacked class.
115vancouverdeb
Happy New Year in advance, Linda!
116Whisper1
>115 vancouverdeb: Thanks Deb. I look forward to learning what you are reading in 2025!
117Whisper1
I received a large box in the mail from a precious member of our group. What a wonderful cache!
New books include:
I Cannot Draw A Horse by Charise Miricle Harper
Cozy in Love by Jan Brett
The Moon's Almost Here by Patricia MacLachlan . This is a book I checked out of the library awhile ago. How very special to own such a lovely illustrated book of pairing of MacLachlaan and Tomie dePaola
Goodnight Ganesha and book by one of my favorite illustrators -- Poonam Mistra
There were other beautiful things in the box, all were meaningfully lovely, and it made my Christmas Very Special by a wonderful person.
New books include:
I Cannot Draw A Horse by Charise Miricle Harper
Cozy in Love by Jan Brett
The Moon's Almost Here by Patricia MacLachlan . This is a book I checked out of the library awhile ago. How very special to own such a lovely illustrated book of pairing of MacLachlaan and Tomie dePaola
Goodnight Ganesha and book by one of my favorite illustrators -- Poonam Mistra
There were other beautiful things in the box, all were meaningfully lovely, and it made my Christmas Very Special by a wonderful person.
