A Special Treat

Written by: Mary Link This story’s about my grandsonwho’s a special little boy.For his age he’s very smartand sometimes a little coy. Now when it comes to treatsGUM is his favorite thing.And when they go for a ridesome gum his mom would bring. She always has it in her purseand it’s very handy there.Sometimes it … Continue reading A Special Treat →

Virtual Learning/ Almost Homeschooling

I’m trying to enjoy this whole experience. I’m calling this “almost homeschooling” because, thankfully, I do not have to invent a curriculum. The wonderful teachers are providing it. I feel like it’s worth mentioning that in our school there are only six children doing virtual learning. I’m not sure how many kids are in the … Continue reading Virtual Learning/ Almost Homeschooling →

Quitting Smoking…

Quitting Smoking?...!...?....! People call it a journey. I guess if the definition of Journey were; an act of traveling from one place to another and second guessing every step and then going back to the start and making it harder than it has to be every step of the way. Ya, then we could call … Continue reading Quitting Smoking… →

Update From the Staff (The 2 of Us)…

Our next children's book, "I Know What You Did Last Recess," is so close to being live on Amazon I can almost see it... You have to send it in for review when you submit for publishing. It's been kicked back a couple of times now, but we're hoping this time is the last. We … Continue reading Update From the Staff (The 2 of Us)… →

Rainy Day Windows

Written by: Bobbi Brandt I sit by the window and watch the drops fall. Like a camera out of focus the picture behind them blurs. All that’s left are the drops and their chaotic but soft descent to the window sill. They represent much of my life, chaotic but I land okay with all the … Continue reading Rainy Day Windows →

Three Sheets to the Wind

Written by: Karen Taylor Once again it’s Hayride – Hoopla time. In honor of the occasion here is a little rhyme. The theme this year is Toga Party, as you all know. I’d like to share a few words before we go. The party is on no matter the weather. I’m glad to see you … Continue reading Three Sheets to the Wind →

Don’t Wait to Smell the Roses

Written by: Mary Link Don’t wait to smell the roses, putting things off until another day. Remember how the saying goes; “If there’s sun, you should make hay!” Don’t wait to smell the roses take time and do it now. Slow down and smell the roses, you can squeeze it in somehow. Don’t wait to … Continue reading Don’t Wait to Smell the Roses →

People Who Don’t Use Words Write

Written by: Bobbi Brandt Malapropism n: the unintentional misuse of a word by confusion with one of similar sound that may cause and amusing affect. At some point in your life you will hear a word used incorrectly, and may find yourself repeating it in public. This can be fun for all who hear you … Continue reading People Who Don’t Use Words Write →

Jumping Rats

Written By: Connie Trott I’m not one of those people that are impressed with a new house. I’ve always had an odd attraction to old houses. I love their strength and character. But, there are a couple small drawbacks to those stately old homes. They have seen many changes in their environment over the years … Continue reading Jumping Rats →