In our complicated, divided times, Kathleen Kelly is the hero we need. I’ve long considered Kathleen Kelly to be kindred spirit. She’s a fellow bibliophile and anglophile who makes me want to move to New York City and own a children’s book store. Yes, she is a fictional character. Yes, I may … [Read more...] about The Wisdom of Kathleen Kelly
Have Courage, Be Kind
The Books that Saved My Summer
{A guest post from my friend, Tina — you’ll see her around here quite often ;-)} It’s been a strange summer for me, marked by a lingering sadness over the deaths of a family member and a family friend. In the midst of it all — the slow goodbye, the devastating phone call, the questions … [Read more...] about The Books that Saved My Summer
Read with Your Tween Daughter ~ {6 books that infuse courage & character}
As I talk with my girls, two themes often resurface — they must have courage and their character matters. I don’t believe I’m alone in feeling overwhelmed and often anxious with the task of raising girls in this world. What I know is that I want my girls to be courageous, but not without character. … [Read more...] about Read with Your Tween Daughter ~ {6 books that infuse courage & character}