Thread Number Seven for Whisper1 (Linda) 2024
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3Whisper1
BOOK #FIVE READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Martina the Beautiful Cockroach retold by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations of Michael Austin
This is a story from a Cuban folk tale. Martina is a beautiful cockroach. She and her family live inside a street lamp. Receiving guidance from her Abuela (grandmother,) Marlina is told to spill coffee on the suitor's shoes to ascertain how he will react.
Through a series of various creatures who are nasty, finally, Marlina finds a lovely mouse who also has a wise Abuela who taught him to spill coffee on the person whom he wanted to pursue. When both realize and understand a spill does not warrant a nasty response. They live together happily ever after!
The illustrations are beautiful, and the tale is rich in Cuban heritage.
Four Stars!
Martina the Beautiful Cockroach retold by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations of Michael Austin
This is a story from a Cuban folk tale. Martina is a beautiful cockroach. She and her family live inside a street lamp. Receiving guidance from her Abuela (grandmother,) Marlina is told to spill coffee on the suitor's shoes to ascertain how he will react.
Through a series of various creatures who are nasty, finally, Marlina finds a lovely mouse who also has a wise Abuela who taught him to spill coffee on the person whom he wanted to pursue. When both realize and understand a spill does not warrant a nasty response. They live together happily ever after!
The illustrations are beautiful, and the tale is rich in Cuban heritage.
Four Stars!
4Whisper1
BOOK #SIX READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Dear Treefrog by Joyce Sidman with illustrations by Diana Sudyka
This is a beautiful book! Blending a tale of friendship and nature, a shy girl moves to a new area. She is introverted and doesn't know how to make the first move in building a friendship. When she discovers a tree frog, she learns a lesson about connections and patience and the willingness to discover the courage of a small frog who teaches how to cope in a changing world.
In showing the tree frog to others, she builds solid relationships that endure throughout change.
The illustrations are stunning, and I'll purchase a copy of this book to add it to my favorites.
Dear Treefrog by Joyce Sidman with illustrations by Diana Sudyka
This is a beautiful book! Blending a tale of friendship and nature, a shy girl moves to a new area. She is introverted and doesn't know how to make the first move in building a friendship. When she discovers a tree frog, she learns a lesson about connections and patience and the willingness to discover the courage of a small frog who teaches how to cope in a changing world.
In showing the tree frog to others, she builds solid relationships that endure throughout change.
The illustrations are stunning, and I'll purchase a copy of this book to add it to my favorites.
5Whisper1
BOOK NUMBER SEVEN READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Fred Stays With Me by Nancy Coffelt with illustrations by Tricia Tusa
I very much enjoyed this story of a young girl whose parents are divorced. Sometimes she is with her mother, and other times she is with her father. But, always Fred, her beloved dog stays with her! Fred eats the crumbs of the pizza her mother purchases; Fred sleeps on the floor of her bedroom at her dad's house.
Fred has a nasty habit of eating all of her dads socks, and this makes him very mad. Fred has a habit of making her mother's car seats dirty, and at times she is very tired of his constant barking. Both mom and dad say "What am I going to do with Fred???"
Both parents tell her that Fred cannot stay with them. And, the girl states "Fred doesn't have to stay with either of you! FRED STAYS WITH ME!"
Fred Stays With Me by Nancy Coffelt with illustrations by Tricia Tusa
I very much enjoyed this story of a young girl whose parents are divorced. Sometimes she is with her mother, and other times she is with her father. But, always Fred, her beloved dog stays with her! Fred eats the crumbs of the pizza her mother purchases; Fred sleeps on the floor of her bedroom at her dad's house.
Fred has a nasty habit of eating all of her dads socks, and this makes him very mad. Fred has a habit of making her mother's car seats dirty, and at times she is very tired of his constant barking. Both mom and dad say "What am I going to do with Fred???"
Both parents tell her that Fred cannot stay with them. And, the girl states "Fred doesn't have to stay with either of you! FRED STAYS WITH ME!"
6Whisper1
BOOK NUMBER EIGHT READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Before Morning written by Joyce Sidman with beautiful illustrations of Beth Krommes
Sparse in text, but very rich in stunningly beautiful images, this is a story of snow, of soft changes that occur when all is quiet, when we take time to sip a cup of tea while reading a book, and of taking time to watch what is happening outside that allows us to feel quiet and peaceful inside.
In the night while we sleep, the sky fills with flurry and flight, and as the book notes, the earth turns to sugar, white beauty that coats the streets, the windows of the bakery, and the dogs softly walking while being led on a leash. The cars are packed with a crust of heavy white beauty while people walk past breathing cold air.
And as we rest, the world is changing when soft yellow lights glean on all that is covered with white, soft beauty. All around, the world outside becomes slow and delightful as children pull their puppies on a wooden sled and up the hill they trudge to hop on the sled and quickly fly downhill as laughter fills the air.
I've read other books by this author. Her text matched with the stunningly beautiful images of Beth Krommes provide a feeling of calm and beauty.
I'll buy this book to add to my collection of favorites.
FIVE STARS!
Before Morning written by Joyce Sidman with beautiful illustrations of Beth Krommes
Sparse in text, but very rich in stunningly beautiful images, this is a story of snow, of soft changes that occur when all is quiet, when we take time to sip a cup of tea while reading a book, and of taking time to watch what is happening outside that allows us to feel quiet and peaceful inside.
In the night while we sleep, the sky fills with flurry and flight, and as the book notes, the earth turns to sugar, white beauty that coats the streets, the windows of the bakery, and the dogs softly walking while being led on a leash. The cars are packed with a crust of heavy white beauty while people walk past breathing cold air.
And as we rest, the world is changing when soft yellow lights glean on all that is covered with white, soft beauty. All around, the world outside becomes slow and delightful as children pull their puppies on a wooden sled and up the hill they trudge to hop on the sled and quickly fly downhill as laughter fills the air.
I've read other books by this author. Her text matched with the stunningly beautiful images of Beth Krommes provide a feeling of calm and beauty.
I'll buy this book to add to my collection of favorites.
FIVE STARS!
7Whisper1
BOOK #NINE READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Wombat Said Come In by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations by Brian Lies
I've recently discovered this wonderful illustrated book author. Teaming with Brian Lies, who wrote the Bats at the _______________ series, equates to a great team!
https://www.librarything.com/author/liesbrian
In this story, Wombat is comfortable in his underground home. As winter approaches, he is snug in his house, snuggled with a warm blanket and a plate of cookies. Now, as the cold becomes more pronounced, he hears a knock on his door from the Wallaby who needs somewhere to stay. And, he is welcomed by Wombat.
As the story progresses, more and more animals are in need of shelter, and while Wombat liked his cozy home to himself, he opens his heart and home to others.
This is a cute tale of sharing and caring. The illustrations are wonderful, and the story reminds the reader that sharing and caring go hand in hand.
I searched to find what a Wombat looks like, here is what I found:
https://th.bing.com/th?id=OSK.HEROLVeSL5cUN__1Ya3GuXqThK5LT17pPRMe3O4HQmEA4dk&am...
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Wombat Said Come In by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations by Brian Lies
I've recently discovered this wonderful illustrated book author. Teaming with Brian Lies, who wrote the Bats at the _______________ series, equates to a great team!
https://www.librarything.com/author/liesbrian
In this story, Wombat is comfortable in his underground home. As winter approaches, he is snug in his house, snuggled with a warm blanket and a plate of cookies. Now, as the cold becomes more pronounced, he hears a knock on his door from the Wallaby who needs somewhere to stay. And, he is welcomed by Wombat.
As the story progresses, more and more animals are in need of shelter, and while Wombat liked his cozy home to himself, he opens his heart and home to others.
This is a cute tale of sharing and caring. The illustrations are wonderful, and the story reminds the reader that sharing and caring go hand in hand.
I searched to find what a Wombat looks like, here is what I found:
https://th.bing.com/th?id=OSK.HEROLVeSL5cUN__1Ya3GuXqThK5LT17pPRMe3O4HQmEA4dk&am...
8Whisper1
BOOK #TEN READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
14 Cows For America by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations by Thomas Gonzalez
This is the story of a wonderful event where fourteen cows are cerimoniously given to an American ambassador by the Massai people. This is in recognition of the pain and devestation brought to America on 9/11 wherein planes flew into the twin towers, killing many.
Legendary wrriors, the Massi offer their gif to griving Americans half the world away.
This gift brought tears and as the author notes, the American people are "profoundly touched."
This gift of friendship is a sacrifice of the Massai people, and as word of this special gift is shared around the world, the light of friendship shines brightly.
14 Cows For America by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations by Thomas Gonzalez
This is the story of a wonderful event where fourteen cows are cerimoniously given to an American ambassador by the Massai people. This is in recognition of the pain and devestation brought to America on 9/11 wherein planes flew into the twin towers, killing many.
Legendary wrriors, the Massi offer their gif to griving Americans half the world away.
This gift brought tears and as the author notes, the American people are "profoundly touched."
This gift of friendship is a sacrifice of the Massai people, and as word of this special gift is shared around the world, the light of friendship shines brightly.
9Whisper1
BOOK #ELEVEN READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Rita and Ralph's Rotten Day by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations of Pete Oswald
Rita and Ralph are very good friends. Each morning the open their doors, step outside, close their doors and run down the hill and up the hill and then again down the hill and up the hill again. They have a ritual of giving high five to each other as well as a pinkie shake, playing zombie tag and then making daisy chains that are worn around their foreheads.
One day they play a different game using sticks and stones that are used to hurt each other. Feelings are deeply hurt and Rita cried. In hurt and anger, they walked back to their houses running down the hill and the up the hill and down the hill and up the hill again.
Feeling guilty and terrible, Ralph opened his door, stepped outside, closed the door and walked to Rita's house. She was his best friend and he very much wanted to make amends. Feeling out of sorts and grumpy, Ralph yelled "I AM SORRY!!!!" but hearing Ralph's voice without a sense of guilt, Rita did not open her door.
Ralph went home grumpy and very mad. Rita was a tad sorry. She opened her door, stepped outside, closed the door and ran to Ralph's house, down the hill and the up the hill, then down the hill and up the hill again and again. As she ran, she remembered the rock that Ralph threw at her and it made her mad all over again.
Two good friends could not find a way to show they were sad and sorry. And both continued in the cycle of being mad...very mad! That night they were lonely and sad because it was a very rotten day.
A new day began and Ralph and Rita opened their doors, stepped outside, closed their doors and went up and down the hill again.
Rita was first to say she was sorry, followed by Ralph telling Rita he was sorrier. Both knew they meant it! They met in the middle and forgave each other and the day was no longer rotten.
Rita and Ralph's Rotten Day by Carmen Agra Deedy with illustrations of Pete Oswald
Rita and Ralph are very good friends. Each morning the open their doors, step outside, close their doors and run down the hill and up the hill and then again down the hill and up the hill again. They have a ritual of giving high five to each other as well as a pinkie shake, playing zombie tag and then making daisy chains that are worn around their foreheads.
One day they play a different game using sticks and stones that are used to hurt each other. Feelings are deeply hurt and Rita cried. In hurt and anger, they walked back to their houses running down the hill and the up the hill and down the hill and up the hill again.
Feeling guilty and terrible, Ralph opened his door, stepped outside, closed the door and walked to Rita's house. She was his best friend and he very much wanted to make amends. Feeling out of sorts and grumpy, Ralph yelled "I AM SORRY!!!!" but hearing Ralph's voice without a sense of guilt, Rita did not open her door.
Ralph went home grumpy and very mad. Rita was a tad sorry. She opened her door, stepped outside, closed the door and ran to Ralph's house, down the hill and the up the hill, then down the hill and up the hill again and again. As she ran, she remembered the rock that Ralph threw at her and it made her mad all over again.
Two good friends could not find a way to show they were sad and sorry. And both continued in the cycle of being mad...very mad! That night they were lonely and sad because it was a very rotten day.
A new day began and Ralph and Rita opened their doors, stepped outside, closed their doors and went up and down the hill again.
Rita was first to say she was sorry, followed by Ralph telling Rita he was sorrier. Both knew they meant it! They met in the middle and forgave each other and the day was no longer rotten.
10PaulCranswick
Happy new thread, dear Linda.
12Whisper1
BOOK #TWELVE READD OCTOBER 2024
The Teddy Bears' Picnic by Jimmy Kennedy with illustrations of Prue Theobalds
While going through a cabinet containing illustrated books, I came upon this gem. The text and illustrations are lovely. I finished it and then quickly re-read it. It begins with
"If you go down in the woods today
You're sure of a big surprise."
"If you go down in the woods today
You'd better go in disguise' For Ev'ry Bear that ever there was
Will gather there for certain, because
Today's the day the Teddy Bears have their picnic."
The illustrations are eye catching and lovely. The bears in action are fun and very playful. And, there are lots of marvellous things to eat!
Lately, I've found stellar illustrated books that I will put aside in a special place to re-read and keep. This will be one of those that I cherish.
The Teddy Bears' Picnic by Jimmy Kennedy with illustrations of Prue Theobalds
While going through a cabinet containing illustrated books, I came upon this gem. The text and illustrations are lovely. I finished it and then quickly re-read it. It begins with
"If you go down in the woods today
You're sure of a big surprise."
"If you go down in the woods today
You'd better go in disguise' For Ev'ry Bear that ever there was
Will gather there for certain, because
Today's the day the Teddy Bears have their picnic."
The illustrations are eye catching and lovely. The bears in action are fun and very playful. And, there are lots of marvellous things to eat!
Lately, I've found stellar illustrated books that I will put aside in a special place to re-read and keep. This will be one of those that I cherish.
13Whisper1
BOOK #13 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Two by Two by Barbara Reid
I discovered this lovely book in a cabinet containing illustrated books. I completely forgot about the stash contained in this large storage space, and now I've moved the books to a place where I can easily find these gems. I am on a mission to read books from my shelves.
The images contained in this small book are unique. The descriptive first page notes that the illustrations were
made with plasticine that was shaped and pressed onto an illustrated board. Acrylic glaze was then used for shiny or metallic effects. I imagine this process took a lot of time. The effort is well worth the end product!
This is a special way to represent the animals and people who walked up the ramp to Noah's Ark and became one of two needed to continue after the arc landed when the water receded.
God was mad, and the author of this book notes that with a frown God said, "Wash it clean! Let them drown!"
Still there were animals and people who must be saved, and god found brave Noah (a good and kind man) to build an ark. Making it long, tall and wide, there was just enough room for two of each critter inside.
The author has a role for Mrs. Noah (having a mini role in other renditions to the biblical story.) Gardeners will be happy to know that Mrs. Noah collected seeds from every flower and tree, including weeds. Interestingly, women have a role in ensuring survival, not only of seeds, but after the sons brought food for every critter and person, the wives carefully packed all the food for storage.
Animals pushed their way up the ramp and Noah led them pushing, shoving, four by four to get into the vessel's door. Increasingly, the animals came five by five, six by six, seven by seven, and then the first drop of rain began to fall from heaven. Now animals packed eight by eight, nine by nine, and ten by ten.
Then, a loud boom as the door closed and the water began to pour. And, it continued to cascade for forty days and forty nights. Pushed, shoved noisily inside the arc, all survived.
The bats were released trying to find a spot that was dry. After a week, the bats did not return, so Noah sent another bird. The peaceful dove was successful in confirming dry land was found. Did the animals rush off the ark after the confinement?
A rainbow shone in the sky as a sign that seasons and days will continue as God commanded that man, woman and animals must live in harmony and peace.
Two by Two by Barbara Reid
I discovered this lovely book in a cabinet containing illustrated books. I completely forgot about the stash contained in this large storage space, and now I've moved the books to a place where I can easily find these gems. I am on a mission to read books from my shelves.
The images contained in this small book are unique. The descriptive first page notes that the illustrations were
made with plasticine that was shaped and pressed onto an illustrated board. Acrylic glaze was then used for shiny or metallic effects. I imagine this process took a lot of time. The effort is well worth the end product!
This is a special way to represent the animals and people who walked up the ramp to Noah's Ark and became one of two needed to continue after the arc landed when the water receded.
God was mad, and the author of this book notes that with a frown God said, "Wash it clean! Let them drown!"
Still there were animals and people who must be saved, and god found brave Noah (a good and kind man) to build an ark. Making it long, tall and wide, there was just enough room for two of each critter inside.
The author has a role for Mrs. Noah (having a mini role in other renditions to the biblical story.) Gardeners will be happy to know that Mrs. Noah collected seeds from every flower and tree, including weeds. Interestingly, women have a role in ensuring survival, not only of seeds, but after the sons brought food for every critter and person, the wives carefully packed all the food for storage.
Animals pushed their way up the ramp and Noah led them pushing, shoving, four by four to get into the vessel's door. Increasingly, the animals came five by five, six by six, seven by seven, and then the first drop of rain began to fall from heaven. Now animals packed eight by eight, nine by nine, and ten by ten.
Then, a loud boom as the door closed and the water began to pour. And, it continued to cascade for forty days and forty nights. Pushed, shoved noisily inside the arc, all survived.
The bats were released trying to find a spot that was dry. After a week, the bats did not return, so Noah sent another bird. The peaceful dove was successful in confirming dry land was found. Did the animals rush off the ark after the confinement?
A rainbow shone in the sky as a sign that seasons and days will continue as God commanded that man, woman and animals must live in harmony and peace.
14vancouverdeb
Happy New Thread, Linda!
15Whisper1
Thanks Deb. You are up late as well. It was a busy day and I'm trying to add all the books read. It was productive, and a beautiful day outside and in. I read, went grocery shopping, visited a neighbor, who didn't feel well, met with my dear neighbors Andres and Jessie who are helping two adults and three children locate near our neighborhood. They are from Venezuela and have very little, if anything.
They are trying to adjust. Each of them have two jobs and are learning English.
Tonight, Andres and Jessie brought them here to visit. I gave them a table with four chairs, a table cloth for the table, and next week Andres will help provide a truck to move the two couches and a bed frame I will give them. Another neighbor will supply a mattress.
I can only imagine how difficult it must be to start again in a different country and be without bare necessities. I'm proud to live in a neighborhood where people are generous and caring!
They are trying to adjust. Each of them have two jobs and are learning English.
Tonight, Andres and Jessie brought them here to visit. I gave them a table with four chairs, a table cloth for the table, and next week Andres will help provide a truck to move the two couches and a bed frame I will give them. Another neighbor will supply a mattress.
I can only imagine how difficult it must be to start again in a different country and be without bare necessities. I'm proud to live in a neighborhood where people are generous and caring!
16SirThomas
Happy new thread, Linda.
You contribute a lot to this wonderful neighborhood!
All the best to you.
You contribute a lot to this wonderful neighborhood!
All the best to you.
17figsfromthistle
Happy new thread, Linda!
>15 Whisper1: Starting over can be quite a scary and stressful thing. At least your community is welcoming them and helping with what they can. A exceptional community, indeed!
>15 Whisper1: Starting over can be quite a scary and stressful thing. At least your community is welcoming them and helping with what they can. A exceptional community, indeed!
20jessibud2
Happy new thread, Linda! Lovely topper. >13 Whisper1: - I recognize that book! ;-)
Indeed, what a wonderful neighbourhood you are part of!! However difficult and scary starting from scratch in a brand new environment must be, you and your neighbours have already made their lives easier and calmer by just being kind and caring. That is a lot! Priceless. They and their children will carry that with them forever.
Indeed, what a wonderful neighbourhood you are part of!! However difficult and scary starting from scratch in a brand new environment must be, you and your neighbours have already made their lives easier and calmer by just being kind and caring. That is a lot! Priceless. They and their children will carry that with them forever.
22alcottacre
Checking in on your new thread, lovey, before I lose track of you again!
I love your neighborhood! You are so lucky to live there and you make up the best part of it, I am sure.
I love your neighborhood! You are so lucky to live there and you make up the best part of it, I am sure.
23atozgrl
Happy new thread, Linda!
>3 Whisper1: What stunning illustrations! Even the font looks beautiful.
>15 Whisper1: Your neighborhood sounds so welcoming. I'm glad the new family has people like you to help.
>3 Whisper1: What stunning illustrations! Even the font looks beautiful.
>15 Whisper1: Your neighborhood sounds so welcoming. I'm glad the new family has people like you to help.
24Whisper1
>16 SirThomas: Hi Tom. It is always good to see a message from you. Thank you for your kind words. Sadly, we lost of of our neighbors a few weeks ago. Jim had a tricky open heart surgery that he postponed. Finally, there was no more waiting, and the surgery was imperative. He managed to live six months afterward. I miss seeing him outside as he always loved checking on the rose bushes and flowers he planted.
This is a wonderful neighborhood. My good friend Andres mows lawns for those of us who cannot perform this task. He charges a reasonable amount, and most of us give more than he asks. He promised Jim that he would take care of his yard. A neighbor who lives next to Jim, told me at his service that she saw Andres cutting back the rose bushes and crying as he was performing this task -- just as Jim had requested.
And, it is Andres who told me about the new people from Venezuela, and brought them to my house to see the things that I can give them. They spoke very little English, but their smiles said it all! And, when I tell others about the new people, they gladly mention what they can give --- a mattress, a chair, new sheets for the mattress, a set of dishes. Daily, the list of items grows, and Andres will be the one driving his truck to pick up and deliver the items.
Last week, Andres was upset because he saw my car in the driveway, but couldn't find me. I need a new doorbell. He knocked on the door, but I was upstairs and didn't hear his knocks. I also left my cell phone downstairs and didn't hear it ring. When I was downstairs and heard the knock on the door, he said "Gesh, Linda....I was so VERY worried when I could not find you. I am installing a new door bell for you. And, you should know that when friends love you, they worry if they cannot find you!!! "
New doorbell will be installed this week.
We all are so very fortunate to have Andres and his wife Jessie, and young son (ten). I wouldn't want to live in this neighborhood without them.
This is a wonderful neighborhood. My good friend Andres mows lawns for those of us who cannot perform this task. He charges a reasonable amount, and most of us give more than he asks. He promised Jim that he would take care of his yard. A neighbor who lives next to Jim, told me at his service that she saw Andres cutting back the rose bushes and crying as he was performing this task -- just as Jim had requested.
And, it is Andres who told me about the new people from Venezuela, and brought them to my house to see the things that I can give them. They spoke very little English, but their smiles said it all! And, when I tell others about the new people, they gladly mention what they can give --- a mattress, a chair, new sheets for the mattress, a set of dishes. Daily, the list of items grows, and Andres will be the one driving his truck to pick up and deliver the items.
Last week, Andres was upset because he saw my car in the driveway, but couldn't find me. I need a new doorbell. He knocked on the door, but I was upstairs and didn't hear his knocks. I also left my cell phone downstairs and didn't hear it ring. When I was downstairs and heard the knock on the door, he said "Gesh, Linda....I was so VERY worried when I could not find you. I am installing a new door bell for you. And, you should know that when friends love you, they worry if they cannot find you!!! "
New doorbell will be installed this week.
We all are so very fortunate to have Andres and his wife Jessie, and young son (ten). I wouldn't want to live in this neighborhood without them.
25Whisper1
>17 figsfromthistle: Hi Anita, It is an exceptional neighborhood. The night Will came home from the hospital with hospice service, neighbors who saw the ambulance bring him home, came to visit him that night. Sadly, Will died the next night, and neighbors were here then.
It was such a miracle that Will passed not only with his family, but with loving neighbors who joined in holding hands and praying. There was a tremendous amount of respect as people quietly held his hand. It was a soft procession of those who loved him and wanted to wish him well on his transition.
>18 msf59: Hi Mark, anytime I decorate outside for Halloween, is a good time.
>19 BLBera: Hi Beth, I am very fortunate to have such a wonderful group of caring people.
>20 jessibud2: I really enjoyed Two by Two. The illustrations were special! I am so blessed to be surrounded by these caring souls who give readily, with grace and caring. Your writing is stellar. You lovingly expressed what we share! Thank you!!!
>21 foggidawn: It is always good to see you here!!
>22 alcottacre: Dear friend Stasia! As you know, you were one of the first friends I made way back in 2008 when the group started. I will always remember your phone call! Love you lots my friend!
>23 atozgrl: Thanks for stopping by and many thanks for your special words. I deeply appreciate it!
It was such a miracle that Will passed not only with his family, but with loving neighbors who joined in holding hands and praying. There was a tremendous amount of respect as people quietly held his hand. It was a soft procession of those who loved him and wanted to wish him well on his transition.
>18 msf59: Hi Mark, anytime I decorate outside for Halloween, is a good time.
>19 BLBera: Hi Beth, I am very fortunate to have such a wonderful group of caring people.
>20 jessibud2: I really enjoyed Two by Two. The illustrations were special! I am so blessed to be surrounded by these caring souls who give readily, with grace and caring. Your writing is stellar. You lovingly expressed what we share! Thank you!!!
>21 foggidawn: It is always good to see you here!!
>22 alcottacre: Dear friend Stasia! As you know, you were one of the first friends I made way back in 2008 when the group started. I will always remember your phone call! Love you lots my friend!
>23 atozgrl: Thanks for stopping by and many thanks for your special words. I deeply appreciate it!
29Whisper1
BOOK #14 READ IN OCTOBER 2024
Charles Dickens the Man Who Had Great Expectations by Diane Stanley
Charles Dickens had a difficult childhood. His father could not afford to feed his ever growing family. When he was twelve years old, his father was sent to a debtors prison, and Charles worked in a blacking factory. His employer had him and another poor child sit in the window. So ashamed was his father that he sent him to school.
His creativity led to books that he wrote including The Pickwick Papers. His words were so well framed that soon he wrote more and became a well-known author. Dickens fell in love with a banker's daughter who was above his station in life. Her father learned of his poor past and forbade her to see Charles. Increasingly ashamed, Charles then found another woman to marry. She was an ordinary woman who bore ten children. Increasingly unhappy with Catherine, divorce was not an option.
Soon Charles wrote very detailed stories wherein the characters were poor and struggling. Most of Dicken's characters were dreadful villains. Some, however were well developed and liked. Writing his books in installments, people craved the next installment. He then went on to hold sessions in well-to-do homes. These events were well attended.
Increasingly, Dickens became very well known for his ability to develop characters. Today, his works are still read, and A Christmas Carol remains one of the most loved favorites.
From a poor beginning to a well-respected life in America, Dickens became a successful writer. Known for character development, many read most, if not all of his excellent works.
Charles Dickens the Man Who Had Great Expectations by Diane Stanley
Charles Dickens had a difficult childhood. His father could not afford to feed his ever growing family. When he was twelve years old, his father was sent to a debtors prison, and Charles worked in a blacking factory. His employer had him and another poor child sit in the window. So ashamed was his father that he sent him to school.
His creativity led to books that he wrote including The Pickwick Papers. His words were so well framed that soon he wrote more and became a well-known author. Dickens fell in love with a banker's daughter who was above his station in life. Her father learned of his poor past and forbade her to see Charles. Increasingly ashamed, Charles then found another woman to marry. She was an ordinary woman who bore ten children. Increasingly unhappy with Catherine, divorce was not an option.
Soon Charles wrote very detailed stories wherein the characters were poor and struggling. Most of Dicken's characters were dreadful villains. Some, however were well developed and liked. Writing his books in installments, people craved the next installment. He then went on to hold sessions in well-to-do homes. These events were well attended.
Increasingly, Dickens became very well known for his ability to develop characters. Today, his works are still read, and A Christmas Carol remains one of the most loved favorites.
From a poor beginning to a well-respected life in America, Dickens became a successful writer. Known for character development, many read most, if not all of his excellent works.
30Whisper1
BOOK #15 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
The Harmonica by Tony Johnston with illustrations of Ron Mazellun
Based on the true story of Henryk Rosmaryn who grew up in Czeladz, Poland. 1939 was a difficult year when the Germans invaded Henryk's home. Taken to Dyhenfurth concentration camp, he managed to survive because of a harmonica his father gave him as a gift.
Tragically, both parents were killed in concentration camps. Henryk managed to smuggle his harmonica into the concentration camp where a brutal commandant spat at him every night and demanded that he play Schubert. He worked and was beaten by the commandant without mercy, and for no reason. Yet that same brutal commandant knew and appreciated to beauty of the works of Shubert. Each night after Henryk played his harmonica, a piece of bread was thrown at him. He felt guilty and sick because he survived by the bread given to him while others tragically died by starvation.
When he was given the gift of the harmonica by his father, he was also told the story of Schubert and the fact that he lived in a bare room with no fire, yet though his hands ached from the cold, he continued to play beautiful music from his heart.
Just as Schubert played through the cold, Henryk did the same. As he stood before the brutal commandant, with numb fingers he was terribly afraid he would make a sudden error which would equate, without a doubt, death. Just as Schubert played through the freezing cold, Henryk's ability to play the harmonica as the beautiful notes of Schubert filled the space between he and the commandant.
Miraculously, Henryk survived . After the war, he came to the United States, changing his name to Henry Rosmarin. Once again, his ability to play Schubert enabled him to share his concentration camp experience with others, especially teenaged children.
Passing away in 2001, his story lives on to reinforce the beauty of music and the magic of life through the will to survive.
Highly Recommended. Five Stars
The Harmonica by Tony Johnston with illustrations of Ron Mazellun
Based on the true story of Henryk Rosmaryn who grew up in Czeladz, Poland. 1939 was a difficult year when the Germans invaded Henryk's home. Taken to Dyhenfurth concentration camp, he managed to survive because of a harmonica his father gave him as a gift.
Tragically, both parents were killed in concentration camps. Henryk managed to smuggle his harmonica into the concentration camp where a brutal commandant spat at him every night and demanded that he play Schubert. He worked and was beaten by the commandant without mercy, and for no reason. Yet that same brutal commandant knew and appreciated to beauty of the works of Shubert. Each night after Henryk played his harmonica, a piece of bread was thrown at him. He felt guilty and sick because he survived by the bread given to him while others tragically died by starvation.
When he was given the gift of the harmonica by his father, he was also told the story of Schubert and the fact that he lived in a bare room with no fire, yet though his hands ached from the cold, he continued to play beautiful music from his heart.
Just as Schubert played through the cold, Henryk did the same. As he stood before the brutal commandant, with numb fingers he was terribly afraid he would make a sudden error which would equate, without a doubt, death. Just as Schubert played through the freezing cold, Henryk's ability to play the harmonica as the beautiful notes of Schubert filled the space between he and the commandant.
Miraculously, Henryk survived . After the war, he came to the United States, changing his name to Henry Rosmarin. Once again, his ability to play Schubert enabled him to share his concentration camp experience with others, especially teenaged children.
Passing away in 2001, his story lives on to reinforce the beauty of music and the magic of life through the will to survive.
Highly Recommended. Five Stars
31Whisper1
BOOK #16 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Alabama Spitfire: The Story of Harper Lee and To Kill a Mockingbird by Bethany Hegedus with illustrations by Erin McGuire
This illustrated book tells the the story of Nell, Harper Lee, who wrote the Pulitzer-Prize winning book To Kill a Mockingbird. Published in 1960, continually well-known, To Kill a Mockingbird is translated into 40 languages, and remains a best seller today. Estimated that more than 40 millions copies are distributed throughout the world, it continues capture the interest of children and adults, and is well known as a sensitive story of racism through the experience of young Nell/Harper Lee.
It remains one of the most assigned books in United States schools. Personally, I first read To Kill a Mockingbird as a required assignment when in tenth grade. Through the well-told voice of my English teacher, literally, I could not put this book down, and it continues to be my number one book after all these years and after reading more books than I kept track, the story comes to life each time I read it again and again.
Nell (Harper) Lee was a spunky girl who did not wear dresses, and instead wore overalls and t-shirts. Rather than girly tea parties, Harper Lee played in the red clay soil of Mobile, Alabama. Interestingly, the civil-rights movement gained power in Alabama. Birmingham was known as the haven for Ku-Klux Klan members, and the city of Birmingham, Alabama was known as "Bombingham" because of the sheer violence shown to blacks who dared to vote and to eat at lunch counters.
This well written and illustrated book takes he reader back to the hot days of summer in Alabama when Nell Lee whose father was a lawyer was well known for his representation of innocent black people wrongly accused of trumped up charges.
As a child, Nell, with her friend Truman Capote, shared a love of books, and Nell's treehouse became the haven of hot afternoons where they shared books, and spied on the entire neighborhood. The book To Kill a Mockingbird contains an important character who lived in a ramshackle house that held the interest of Nell and Tru, and "Boo Radley" came alive through the pages of Harper Lee's incredible tale.
Nell and Tru went their separate ways when he moved to New York City with his mother and, when an adult, she attended law school in New York city, but instead of becoming a lawyer, she became a famous writer.
Originally, working day and night, she was given the gift of one-year expenses paid to enable her to write. This Christmas present was indeed a gift that continues to give lo many years later as people read To Kill a Mockingbird.
And, as this beautifully illustrated, and wonderfully told book, notes that "The world met the residents of Macomb County, Alabama on July 11, 1960 when her book was published." "Focusing on a small town and its people who struggled with what was wrong and what was right -- and where skin color didn't automatically make someone guilty."
The book became an award-winning movie, and though shy and introverted Harper Lee did not embrace the notoriety that her book brought, her story continues to publish year after year as Tom Robinson, a non-guilty black man wrongly accused of making advances on a white woman lives on in the pages of Nell/Harper Lee's master piece.
Alabama Spitfire: The Story of Harper Lee and To Kill a Mockingbird by Bethany Hegedus with illustrations by Erin McGuire
This illustrated book tells the the story of Nell, Harper Lee, who wrote the Pulitzer-Prize winning book To Kill a Mockingbird. Published in 1960, continually well-known, To Kill a Mockingbird is translated into 40 languages, and remains a best seller today. Estimated that more than 40 millions copies are distributed throughout the world, it continues capture the interest of children and adults, and is well known as a sensitive story of racism through the experience of young Nell/Harper Lee.
It remains one of the most assigned books in United States schools. Personally, I first read To Kill a Mockingbird as a required assignment when in tenth grade. Through the well-told voice of my English teacher, literally, I could not put this book down, and it continues to be my number one book after all these years and after reading more books than I kept track, the story comes to life each time I read it again and again.
Nell (Harper) Lee was a spunky girl who did not wear dresses, and instead wore overalls and t-shirts. Rather than girly tea parties, Harper Lee played in the red clay soil of Mobile, Alabama. Interestingly, the civil-rights movement gained power in Alabama. Birmingham was known as the haven for Ku-Klux Klan members, and the city of Birmingham, Alabama was known as "Bombingham" because of the sheer violence shown to blacks who dared to vote and to eat at lunch counters.
This well written and illustrated book takes he reader back to the hot days of summer in Alabama when Nell Lee whose father was a lawyer was well known for his representation of innocent black people wrongly accused of trumped up charges.
As a child, Nell, with her friend Truman Capote, shared a love of books, and Nell's treehouse became the haven of hot afternoons where they shared books, and spied on the entire neighborhood. The book To Kill a Mockingbird contains an important character who lived in a ramshackle house that held the interest of Nell and Tru, and "Boo Radley" came alive through the pages of Harper Lee's incredible tale.
Nell and Tru went their separate ways when he moved to New York City with his mother and, when an adult, she attended law school in New York city, but instead of becoming a lawyer, she became a famous writer.
Originally, working day and night, she was given the gift of one-year expenses paid to enable her to write. This Christmas present was indeed a gift that continues to give lo many years later as people read To Kill a Mockingbird.
And, as this beautifully illustrated, and wonderfully told book, notes that "The world met the residents of Macomb County, Alabama on July 11, 1960 when her book was published." "Focusing on a small town and its people who struggled with what was wrong and what was right -- and where skin color didn't automatically make someone guilty."
The book became an award-winning movie, and though shy and introverted Harper Lee did not embrace the notoriety that her book brought, her story continues to publish year after year as Tom Robinson, a non-guilty black man wrongly accused of making advances on a white woman lives on in the pages of Nell/Harper Lee's master piece.
32Whisper1
BOOK #17 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Winter Bees Other Poems of the Cold by Joyce Sidman with excellent illustrations of Rick Allen
This is a lovely book obtained from the library, but now on my list to purchase. Not only are there poems regarding each animal's way of hibernating, but the illustrations are beautiful and very details. In addition, there is accompanying text outlining the habits of each winter animal.
I'll look for more books illustrated by Rick Allen. He is incredibly talented.
Winter Bees Other Poems of the Cold by Joyce Sidman with excellent illustrations of Rick Allen
This is a lovely book obtained from the library, but now on my list to purchase. Not only are there poems regarding each animal's way of hibernating, but the illustrations are beautiful and very details. In addition, there is accompanying text outlining the habits of each winter animal.
I'll look for more books illustrated by Rick Allen. He is incredibly talented.
33vancouverdeb
It's lovely that you have such wonderful neighbours, Linda. That must be a great help and comfort.
34Whisper1
>33 vancouverdeb: The neighborhood is a unique group of people who help each other in many situations. I never felt that I was alone when Will died.
One of my memories is when my car suddenly started to loudly beep at 2:30 a.m. I went outside and saw one by one bedroom lights were lit. Then, I saw Andrew shuffling across the grass saying, "put up your hood."
He disconnected the battery, and the next day reconnected it and followed me to the service station. I left the car there two days and there was no loud squealing the entire time. That experience co-incited with a yellow jacket infestation.
During the night, I was only stung once. Andres discovered that the actual bee hive was in my bedroom ceiling. We both stood in the corner and listened to the buzzing sound.. It was spooky. The bees came in through the area where the deck ceiling and the bedroom ceiling met.
Andres and I used at least eight cans of spray. It was pretty scary to see a pile of yellow jackets on the window sill. I watched as they climbed from the wall into the area where the window latch was. They simply climbed through the wall up into the window latch and plopped down. It was amazing that only one bee stung me. I slept in the bedroom the entire night, not knowing the bees were in the room as well.
I previously posted about this situation when it occurred.
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I also know our 75 challenge LT group is a loving, kind, caring sensitive conglomeration of people who care deeply. We are blessed -- no doubt about it! Since it began in 2008, I've only experienced one nasty person. While we share what we read and our thoughts about the particular book, we also share what we are comfortable personally sharing.
Life is Good! No doubt about it!
One of my memories is when my car suddenly started to loudly beep at 2:30 a.m. I went outside and saw one by one bedroom lights were lit. Then, I saw Andrew shuffling across the grass saying, "put up your hood."
He disconnected the battery, and the next day reconnected it and followed me to the service station. I left the car there two days and there was no loud squealing the entire time. That experience co-incited with a yellow jacket infestation.
During the night, I was only stung once. Andres discovered that the actual bee hive was in my bedroom ceiling. We both stood in the corner and listened to the buzzing sound.. It was spooky. The bees came in through the area where the deck ceiling and the bedroom ceiling met.
Andres and I used at least eight cans of spray. It was pretty scary to see a pile of yellow jackets on the window sill. I watched as they climbed from the wall into the area where the window latch was. They simply climbed through the wall up into the window latch and plopped down. It was amazing that only one bee stung me. I slept in the bedroom the entire night, not knowing the bees were in the room as well.
I previously posted about this situation when it occurred.
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I also know our 75 challenge LT group is a loving, kind, caring sensitive conglomeration of people who care deeply. We are blessed -- no doubt about it! Since it began in 2008, I've only experienced one nasty person. While we share what we read and our thoughts about the particular book, we also share what we are comfortable personally sharing.
Life is Good! No doubt about it!
35Whisper1
A close friend from New Jersey, whose son was a yearbook editor at Lehigh University when I was the adviser for the student publications, and whom I've know for a long time, met me a Panera Bread -- approximately a mile and 1/2 from my house.
Panera Bread added many new items on their menu. We had fun trying the potato soup and chatting. Then, we made a trip to the Dollar Store where we had a great deal of fun, followed by a visit to Barnes and Noble -- all stores connected.
Barnes and Noble was quite eye catching, and I purchased three YA books, two were Newbery Honor books, the other other Orphan Island was a National Book Award Long List book. When sorting through my book case that contains YA books as well as a lot of Newbery honor or medal books, I was reminded that previously I read a great deal of Newbery books. It's time to return to YA genre that I enjoyed tremendously.
A Wish in the Dark by Christina Soontornvat is a New2021 Newbery Honor book. Too Bright to See was a three-time award-winning book, including the Newbery Honor, a National Book Award Finalist, and a-new-to- me category of a Stonewall Book Award recipient.
Too Bright to See by Kyle Lukoff
It's late and I'm tired, but tomorrow I'll do a search to see what the Stonewall Book Award is about.
Panera Bread added many new items on their menu. We had fun trying the potato soup and chatting. Then, we made a trip to the Dollar Store where we had a great deal of fun, followed by a visit to Barnes and Noble -- all stores connected.
Barnes and Noble was quite eye catching, and I purchased three YA books, two were Newbery Honor books, the other other Orphan Island was a National Book Award Long List book. When sorting through my book case that contains YA books as well as a lot of Newbery honor or medal books, I was reminded that previously I read a great deal of Newbery books. It's time to return to YA genre that I enjoyed tremendously.
A Wish in the Dark by Christina Soontornvat is a New2021 Newbery Honor book. Too Bright to See was a three-time award-winning book, including the Newbery Honor, a National Book Award Finalist, and a-new-to- me category of a Stonewall Book Award recipient.
Too Bright to See by Kyle Lukoff
It's late and I'm tired, but tomorrow I'll do a search to see what the Stonewall Book Award is about.
37m.belljackson
Wow, Linda - that sounds like one great day - an old Good Friend, Dollar Bargains, Potato Soup, and Books!
38Whisper1
The only thing missing is you. I really think you would like Sue!.
I hope you and Atala have a lovely Sunday. I've been on a cleaning mission lately. The house smells like pine sol.
The ferret was in a playful mood this. He has a toy that contains cute little animals on the end of the string. He lies on his back on his soft bed while I hold the toy mid air. He waits for the small stuffed animals to turn and then he bats at them and puts them in his mouth and rolls around.
It's amazing how these two animals have brought such joy to us. I taught Meow how to play with little soft balls while he sits on one of the steps and waits for the ball to come i the air, then he jumps up mid air and bats it back to me. He loves this game, especially when he bats the balls through the wooden slats. He knows he cannot obtain the ball, but seems to get a lot of joy watching where it landed, then he goes down the steps, places the soft ball in his mouth, walks up to the same step and repeats our game.
I get a lot of joy from these two critters. I think they would make a great illustrated book, especially when the ferret waits for the right way that the animals twirl, and the cat softly meows when she is successful in catching the ball. It's great fun, unless it is 2 a.m. and she jumps on the bed with her toys and decides to plop the soft ball on my face.
I hope you and Atala have a lovely Sunday. I've been on a cleaning mission lately. The house smells like pine sol.
The ferret was in a playful mood this. He has a toy that contains cute little animals on the end of the string. He lies on his back on his soft bed while I hold the toy mid air. He waits for the small stuffed animals to turn and then he bats at them and puts them in his mouth and rolls around.
It's amazing how these two animals have brought such joy to us. I taught Meow how to play with little soft balls while he sits on one of the steps and waits for the ball to come i the air, then he jumps up mid air and bats it back to me. He loves this game, especially when he bats the balls through the wooden slats. He knows he cannot obtain the ball, but seems to get a lot of joy watching where it landed, then he goes down the steps, places the soft ball in his mouth, walks up to the same step and repeats our game.
I get a lot of joy from these two critters. I think they would make a great illustrated book, especially when the ferret waits for the right way that the animals twirl, and the cat softly meows when she is successful in catching the ball. It's great fun, unless it is 2 a.m. and she jumps on the bed with her toys and decides to plop the soft ball on my face.
39Whisper1
BOOK #18 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
The Nutcracker by Susan Jeffers
While it is early to begin reading holiday books, I found this one in a cabinet on the bottom on the pile. I'm having fun finding old and new books that bring a smilre.
The story is the same, but the the illustrations are different and lovingly rendered. The Christmas festivities are beginning as the horse-drawn carriages bring the guests to a lovely large home, beautifully decorated. It's Christmas Even and Marie and brother Fritz are excited . One guest in particular is very welcomed. Herr Drosselmeier is Marie's Godfather, and well-known for his famous toy making abilities.
Marie receives a hand-made wooden Nutcracker. Nasty Fritz grabbed the boy and threw it where it landed on the floor with a broken head. After the party has ended, Nutcracker has an adventure brought on by her God father. The adventure includes mice, a clock that strikes midnight, a ever-growing Christmas tree with an army waiting to attack.
The mouse king attempts to overrun the Mouse King, who now becomes a handsome prince who bows to Marie. Now the land of ballerinas who live in a lade of sweets given b the Sugar Plum Fairy. As the night ends, Marie longed to know if she would see the young handsome prince again. It was her love of the Prince that broke the spell of imprisonment.
Years later, Price and Marie are engaged and wed. Now they enter the land of the sweets driven by four incredibly beautiful horses.
This tale is beautifully rendered every time it is told.
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The Nutcracker by Susan Jeffers
While it is early to begin reading holiday books, I found this one in a cabinet on the bottom on the pile. I'm having fun finding old and new books that bring a smilre.
The story is the same, but the the illustrations are different and lovingly rendered. The Christmas festivities are beginning as the horse-drawn carriages bring the guests to a lovely large home, beautifully decorated. It's Christmas Even and Marie and brother Fritz are excited . One guest in particular is very welcomed. Herr Drosselmeier is Marie's Godfather, and well-known for his famous toy making abilities.
Marie receives a hand-made wooden Nutcracker. Nasty Fritz grabbed the boy and threw it where it landed on the floor with a broken head. After the party has ended, Nutcracker has an adventure brought on by her God father. The adventure includes mice, a clock that strikes midnight, a ever-growing Christmas tree with an army waiting to attack.
The mouse king attempts to overrun the Mouse King, who now becomes a handsome prince who bows to Marie. Now the land of ballerinas who live in a lade of sweets given b the Sugar Plum Fairy. As the night ends, Marie longed to know if she would see the young handsome prince again. It was her love of the Prince that broke the spell of imprisonment.
Years later, Price and Marie are engaged and wed. Now they enter the land of the sweets driven by four incredibly beautiful horses.
This tale is beautifully rendered every time it is told.
img height="400" src="https://i.pinimg.com/736x/50/2e/dc/502edc835b5f035dd6dff3ee02cc0fa1--christmas-books-white-christmas.jpg">
40Whisper1
BOOK #19 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
The Deer Watch by Pat Lowery Collins with illustrations of David Slonim
This is stunningly beautiful with a quiet, slow pace of a father and little son walking slowly, quietly in the woods looking to find at least one deer. Instead, they found three -- a mother and twin babies.
I found this book in the cabinet tucked away long ago. The pace is beautiful, and the illustrations are stunningly beautiful. The illustrator is indeed an artist. I'll put this book in a special cabinet. Interesting, this summer there was a mama deer and her twin babies in my yard. I fed them corn throughout the summer.
They visited every morning at 6 a.m. They are gone now. I miss them, but like the little boy and his father in this book, I was enthralled by the lovely graceful movement. As long as I stayed still at the top step of the deck, they watched me watch them.
While they didn't stay, I was blessed by their gentle beauty.
The Deer Watch by Pat Lowery Collins with illustrations of David Slonim
This is stunningly beautiful with a quiet, slow pace of a father and little son walking slowly, quietly in the woods looking to find at least one deer. Instead, they found three -- a mother and twin babies.
I found this book in the cabinet tucked away long ago. The pace is beautiful, and the illustrations are stunningly beautiful. The illustrator is indeed an artist. I'll put this book in a special cabinet. Interesting, this summer there was a mama deer and her twin babies in my yard. I fed them corn throughout the summer.
They visited every morning at 6 a.m. They are gone now. I miss them, but like the little boy and his father in this book, I was enthralled by the lovely graceful movement. As long as I stayed still at the top step of the deck, they watched me watch them.
While they didn't stay, I was blessed by their gentle beauty.
41klobrien2
>40 Whisper1: You got me again, my friend! I’ve already got this requested at the library. Thank you!
Hope you have a wonderful week!
Karen O
Hope you have a wonderful week!
Karen O
42foggidawn
>35 Whisper1: I hope you enjoy Too Bright to See, Linda -- it's one of the honors from the year I was on the committee. The Stonewall Award is for LGBT+ books.
43m.belljackson
>40 Whisper1: Our beautiful Doe, who gave birth in front of our window years ago,
came by again a few weeks ago with her twin fawns...gently munching across the lawn,
even sampling seeds at the bird feeder.
The Doe used to greet me when we met along the north path -
I'd say "I Love You" ... then she came to give birth at night.
came by again a few weeks ago with her twin fawns...gently munching across the lawn,
even sampling seeds at the bird feeder.
The Doe used to greet me when we met along the north path -
I'd say "I Love You" ... then she came to give birth at night.
44Whisper1
>43 m.belljackson: Marianne, what a beautiful story! While the mother deer and her little twins no longer visit my back yard, I see they in another area of the neighborhood. Increasingly, people are driving faster. I hope to have time next week to visit the local township office to ask if a device can be posted at both areas of the street to monitor how fast cars are flying past.
More people have an increased amount of cars. Not only are drivers going faster, but many units have three or four cars. When the development was first built, most people had two cars, and one of the cards was parked in the garage. Plus, there was enough leeway to have cars parked on both sides as well as room for cars to travel on each sideway. Now, someone has to pull over to allow the opposing traffic to go through.
Not only has the deer population increased, but the "dear" little non-deer beings have increased. Many people have passed away, and younger people are purchasing the units. I actually enjoy listening to the conversations and watching the chalk drawings on the sidewalks.
Last night while I was cultivated marigold seeds, I noted five children riding their bikes on the sidewalks. They were smiling and having a fun time. I imagine I sound old when I am aware of increased number of cars, plus the speed at which they are traveling makes me shake my head. Yesterday, a neighbor loudly yelled "SLOW DOWN YOU DAMN FOOL!"
I love the image of the mother doe birthing her babies in front of your window. What a blessing this must have been to have a visit from the mama and her little ones. I am not surprised at all that you told the doe you loved her! Your is a gentle spirit, and I am blessed over and over by you and Atala!
Are you actually contemplating moving?
More people have an increased amount of cars. Not only are drivers going faster, but many units have three or four cars. When the development was first built, most people had two cars, and one of the cards was parked in the garage. Plus, there was enough leeway to have cars parked on both sides as well as room for cars to travel on each sideway. Now, someone has to pull over to allow the opposing traffic to go through.
Not only has the deer population increased, but the "dear" little non-deer beings have increased. Many people have passed away, and younger people are purchasing the units. I actually enjoy listening to the conversations and watching the chalk drawings on the sidewalks.
Last night while I was cultivated marigold seeds, I noted five children riding their bikes on the sidewalks. They were smiling and having a fun time. I imagine I sound old when I am aware of increased number of cars, plus the speed at which they are traveling makes me shake my head. Yesterday, a neighbor loudly yelled "SLOW DOWN YOU DAMN FOOL!"
I love the image of the mother doe birthing her babies in front of your window. What a blessing this must have been to have a visit from the mama and her little ones. I am not surprised at all that you told the doe you loved her! Your is a gentle spirit, and I am blessed over and over by you and Atala!
Are you actually contemplating moving?
45vancouverdeb
>35 Whisper1: That sounds like a lovely day, Linda. Books, good food and a good friend! Potato soups sounds yummy.
46m.belljackson
>44 Whisper1: Move, Linda? not unless I have no choice!
There's the 150 year Oak, smaller ones I've planted and tended, Red and Yellow
and Sugar Maples, Lilacs, Catalpas, Colorado Red, Giant Willows, Birch,
River Birch, Other Tall ones, Juniper, Arbor Vitae,
and way too many Box Elders with their giant seeds.
Then, there's our Doe, Buck, and Fawns, skunks, weasel,
visiting coyote and foxes,
Squirrels, chipmunks, groundhogs, voles,
my Pet Possum,
bats,
rabbits and bunnies, toads, frogs, wild turkeys, and way too many mice and raccoons.
The 3.3 acres are mostly Juraissic Park forest, with a few downed buildings tossed in.
No way to leave all this beauty, along with the flowers and plants!!!!!!
There's the 150 year Oak, smaller ones I've planted and tended, Red and Yellow
and Sugar Maples, Lilacs, Catalpas, Colorado Red, Giant Willows, Birch,
River Birch, Other Tall ones, Juniper, Arbor Vitae,
and way too many Box Elders with their giant seeds.
Then, there's our Doe, Buck, and Fawns, skunks, weasel,
visiting coyote and foxes,
Squirrels, chipmunks, groundhogs, voles,
my Pet Possum,
bats,
rabbits and bunnies, toads, frogs, wild turkeys, and way too many mice and raccoons.
The 3.3 acres are mostly Juraissic Park forest, with a few downed buildings tossed in.
No way to leave all this beauty, along with the flowers and plants!!!!!!
47Whisper1
I'm glad that you are surrounded by such beauty. Though I'm very exhausted, I've been spending time sorting through books from the various areas where I've squirreled illustrated boooks.
The backyard leads to trees, as well as various beautiful critters.
The backyard leads to trees, as well as various beautiful critters.
48thornton37814
It's fun to look at all your picture books.
49johnsimpson
Hi Linda my dear, Happy New Thread my dear friend.
50Whisper1
>47 Whisper1: Marianne, What a beautiful home you have. It sounds like you have a large bit of heaven! And, YES, stay where you are happy! I've been overdoing it and my body is letting me know. I am having a 9 o'clock breakfast visit with a wonderful friend who moved back to be with family. I haven't seen her in awhile and I miss her.
I'll meet with her, and catch up on happenings in our lives, then, I'll go to the library to return books I've read, and pick up new books on hold, I'll come home, get back in PJs, sit in a warm, soft chair and read. I've missed her and I am very much looking forward to seeing her and learning about her new environment.
She was way too unhappy in a long-term , relationship, and I am ever so proud of her, and the healthy decisions she's made. It is not easy starting anew mid 70's. She found a new church, made some new friends, and is tremendously enjoying her new environment.
I hope your weekend is a good one. Fall has arrived and the air is very crisp with need for a heavy sweater. I found the large plastic containers that contained the jackets and coats, as well as a a smal container marked "Pretty Plastic Gloves!"
Despite the pain of a spine that had way too many necessary surgeries, I still remain wheel-chair less!!!
I'll meet with her, and catch up on happenings in our lives, then, I'll go to the library to return books I've read, and pick up new books on hold, I'll come home, get back in PJs, sit in a warm, soft chair and read. I've missed her and I am very much looking forward to seeing her and learning about her new environment.
She was way too unhappy in a long-term , relationship, and I am ever so proud of her, and the healthy decisions she's made. It is not easy starting anew mid 70's. She found a new church, made some new friends, and is tremendously enjoying her new environment.
I hope your weekend is a good one. Fall has arrived and the air is very crisp with need for a heavy sweater. I found the large plastic containers that contained the jackets and coats, as well as a a smal container marked "Pretty Plastic Gloves!"
Despite the pain of a spine that had way too many necessary surgeries, I still remain wheel-chair less!!!
51Whisper1
A Story of A Cat Who Is Loved by Her Owners:
I've noted Meow is slow in her movements, and the last few days, she is hiding in her usual place. Then, yesterday, I saw the compromised movement in her belly. Asthma has reared its ugly head again. I called my wonderful vet who promised to see her in between other animals.
Sure enough, after a long asthma free series of days and nights, Meow saw the crate used to transport her to the vet, and she took a fast trip into hiding. This attack is a nasty one, driven by the fact that we had a lovely huge full moon. The vet explained that like people, animals react to the added water in the body which brings on the lethargy and the difficultly breathing. She should begin to feel better later today.
This latest episode reminded me that there is a price paid for love. Hopefully, Meow will be back to her usual cheery self.
I've noted Meow is slow in her movements, and the last few days, she is hiding in her usual place. Then, yesterday, I saw the compromised movement in her belly. Asthma has reared its ugly head again. I called my wonderful vet who promised to see her in between other animals.
Sure enough, after a long asthma free series of days and nights, Meow saw the crate used to transport her to the vet, and she took a fast trip into hiding. This attack is a nasty one, driven by the fact that we had a lovely huge full moon. The vet explained that like people, animals react to the added water in the body which brings on the lethargy and the difficultly breathing. She should begin to feel better later today.
This latest episode reminded me that there is a price paid for love. Hopefully, Meow will be back to her usual cheery self.
52Whisper1
BOOK #20 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOER 2024
In a Blue Room written by Jim Averbeck with illustrations of Tricia Tusa
I've recently discovered the combination of the author Jim Averbeck and the lovely, winesome illustrations by Tricia Tusa
I'll be looking for more books of this combination.
This book is a wonderful combination of beauty and the words coming together in this lovely book.
I highly recommended this one!
A young girl is obsessed with the color blue. Insisting she cannot sleep, unless the entire room is blue,examines the way in which a mother calmly talkes to her daughter and listens, but also sets limits.
In the end, the issues are solved by appreciation of nature.
In a Blue Room written by Jim Averbeck with illustrations of Tricia Tusa
I've recently discovered the combination of the author Jim Averbeck and the lovely, winesome illustrations by Tricia Tusa
I'll be looking for more books of this combination.
This book is a wonderful combination of beauty and the words coming together in this lovely book.
I highly recommended this one!
A young girl is obsessed with the color blue. Insisting she cannot sleep, unless the entire room is blue,examines the way in which a mother calmly talkes to her daughter and listens, but also sets limits.
In the end, the issues are solved by appreciation of nature.
53jessibud2
>51 Whisper1: - Indeed, the price we pay to love them. I hope she is back to herself soon. What can vets do for asthma in cats (which, to be honest, I had not heard of before)? Cats are very good at hiding pain and discomfort, making it extra difficult for owners. Wishing the best for both of you very soon!
Your chilly fall afternoon sounds lovely. We have had very chilly nights here this week but temps are actually warming up during the day. So far, I have not turned on the furnace but I did pull out my warm winter blanket for nights!
Your chilly fall afternoon sounds lovely. We have had very chilly nights here this week but temps are actually warming up during the day. So far, I have not turned on the furnace but I did pull out my warm winter blanket for nights!
54thornton37814
>51 Whisper1: I hope your fur baby recovers quickly and stays well. My own seasonal allergies are bad right now. My 24-hour allergy pill lasts about 20. I am allowed to up it for a short amount of time to every 12 hours, but you have to guess when the best place is to up it. I'm almost to that point, but I usually up it once it only lasts about 18 hours. I take mine so I'm usually home during the hours it is ineffective and have plenty of access to tissues and such and am not around other people.
55Whisper1
>53 jessibud2: Hi Shelley. There is no cure for asthma in cats, but our wonderful vet gives her a cortisone injection. Like you, I never heard of asthma in cats. I've had a lot of pain issues, and this latest attack that Meow had made me very tired yesterday and in particular today is one with a tremendous amount of pain.
I've been keeping careful watch over our beloved Meow. She is a lot better today. In consultation with the vet, we agreed that the dose of prednisone will include an extra pill, one in the morning, and another in the evening. I hate watching her lungs and stomas react to the inability to breathe.
I've been a dog owner for most of my life. I am now a certified cat lover. Their behaviors are so very interesting. She does not like loud, sudden noises. When I remove the lint remover from the dryer, it creates a loud noise. Meow reacts immediately because she really does not like this sound.
Sometimes, after I remove the lint from the dryer, Meow reacts by following me and then she gives a nasty surprise attack of scratch with her paws.
Thank you for your kind wishes. She is only three years old, and the thought of her struggling with this issue, is bothersome. Fortunately, I like the vet a lot., and have grown to respect him and his base of knowledge. He was so very kind yesterday in saying that he knows me and that I do not over react and when I call, he understands it is because something isn't right, and there is a need for his attention.
I live in an area of Pennsylvania where there are a lot of mountains. Fall during my 30 plus year tenure at Lehigh University was incredibly beautiful. In particular, there was one specific tree that put on a beautiful fall show. I've always lived in Pennsylvania, and wouldn't want to be anywhere else. While I've traveled to many states because of conference attendance, or vacations, none compares to PA, though, Yellowstone and Montana captured my heart with all the incredible, spectacular beauty.
I've been keeping careful watch over our beloved Meow. She is a lot better today. In consultation with the vet, we agreed that the dose of prednisone will include an extra pill, one in the morning, and another in the evening. I hate watching her lungs and stomas react to the inability to breathe.
I've been a dog owner for most of my life. I am now a certified cat lover. Their behaviors are so very interesting. She does not like loud, sudden noises. When I remove the lint remover from the dryer, it creates a loud noise. Meow reacts immediately because she really does not like this sound.
Sometimes, after I remove the lint from the dryer, Meow reacts by following me and then she gives a nasty surprise attack of scratch with her paws.
Thank you for your kind wishes. She is only three years old, and the thought of her struggling with this issue, is bothersome. Fortunately, I like the vet a lot., and have grown to respect him and his base of knowledge. He was so very kind yesterday in saying that he knows me and that I do not over react and when I call, he understands it is because something isn't right, and there is a need for his attention.
I live in an area of Pennsylvania where there are a lot of mountains. Fall during my 30 plus year tenure at Lehigh University was incredibly beautiful. In particular, there was one specific tree that put on a beautiful fall show. I've always lived in Pennsylvania, and wouldn't want to be anywhere else. While I've traveled to many states because of conference attendance, or vacations, none compares to PA, though, Yellowstone and Montana captured my heart with all the incredible, spectacular beauty.
56Whisper1
>54 thornton37814: Hi Lori. Thanks for stopping by. I'm sorry to learn of your seasonal allergy issues. I imagine this can be difficult to navigate and control. Good luck with trying to navigate your way through all his.
57Whisper1
Pamela Zagarenski is one of my favorite illustrators. Her wonderful words of wisdom and beautiful images can be found on Sacredbee cards
58Whisper1
BOOK #21 READ IN THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY
Abuela by Arthur Dorros illustrations by Elisa Kleven
This is the story of a little girl and her grandmother. Their bond is close. They are always spending time together, going to the park, feeling the flock of birds, and suddenly , like the birds, they are flying high in the air, wind flapping their skirts and every higher they climb in the air.
Pretending her Abuela's skirt is a sailboat, they sail away high, high in the sky. Away in the water, past the boats in the harbor, they would fly higher and land in the Statue pf Liberty to remind Abuela that is how she arrived in the United States and when she first landed in Yew York.
Flying once again, Abuela takes her beautiful grand daughter to show her where she landed in the airport where the plane first brought her to America.
As the family became more comfortable, their hard-working energy pays off and Abuela's family owns and store.
Passing the winds of the high buildings, Mra and her mother fly high over the park in New York City.
Puting plying aside, Abuela and her grand daughter take a boat ride in the lake.
Abuela taught her beloved grand daugther quiet a lot.
A story of love, adventure and colorful journeys, this is a wonderful tale of famly life and love.
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Abuela by Arthur Dorros illustrations by Elisa Kleven
This is the story of a little girl and her grandmother. Their bond is close. They are always spending time together, going to the park, feeling the flock of birds, and suddenly , like the birds, they are flying high in the air, wind flapping their skirts and every higher they climb in the air.
Pretending her Abuela's skirt is a sailboat, they sail away high, high in the sky. Away in the water, past the boats in the harbor, they would fly higher and land in the Statue pf Liberty to remind Abuela that is how she arrived in the United States and when she first landed in Yew York.
Flying once again, Abuela takes her beautiful grand daughter to show her where she landed in the airport where the plane first brought her to America.
As the family became more comfortable, their hard-working energy pays off and Abuela's family owns and store.
Passing the winds of the high buildings, Mra and her mother fly high over the park in New York City.
Puting plying aside, Abuela and her grand daughter take a boat ride in the lake.
Abuela taught her beloved grand daugther quiet a lot.
A story of love, adventure and colorful journeys, this is a wonderful tale of famly life and love.
59Whisper1
BOOK #21 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
Baby Bear, Baby Bear What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr with lovely illustrations by Eric Carle
This is Another book discovered in a cupboard in my loft. I'm finding many gems that were squirreled away a long time ago. I forgot about this collection, and it feels like Christmas to discover a hoard of so many wonderful illustrated books purchased awhile ago. This book was purchased when my daughter became a mother of twin sons, and she gave up her career as a teacher to provide at-home knowledge to her children.
She grew to like the illustrations and stories by Eric Carle.
It this simple, and touching story, a mama baby wonders how her baby perceives the world through new-born eyes. Asking the baby about what he sees, this is a simple, touching story of wonderment and finding the world through young eyes.
Special to me because it brings back memories observing my daughter become a wonderful mother. Watching her read illustrated books to babies, is a memory I cherish.
Baby Bear, Baby Bear What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr with lovely illustrations by Eric Carle
This is Another book discovered in a cupboard in my loft. I'm finding many gems that were squirreled away a long time ago. I forgot about this collection, and it feels like Christmas to discover a hoard of so many wonderful illustrated books purchased awhile ago. This book was purchased when my daughter became a mother of twin sons, and she gave up her career as a teacher to provide at-home knowledge to her children.
She grew to like the illustrations and stories by Eric Carle.
It this simple, and touching story, a mama baby wonders how her baby perceives the world through new-born eyes. Asking the baby about what he sees, this is a simple, touching story of wonderment and finding the world through young eyes.
Special to me because it brings back memories observing my daughter become a wonderful mother. Watching her read illustrated books to babies, is a memory I cherish.
60Donna828
Hi Linda. I do so enjoy your detailed look into illustrated children’s books. I am still waiting for my Reading Buddy assignment. I will use your thread as a resource for some quality reading. I need to find fun books that can be read and discussed in less than half an hour. That is a very short time.
>15 Whisper1: Such a heartwarming story about your neighborhood helping out the Venezuelan family. They must be experiencing culture shock, and acquiring some useful household items will be a big help for them.
I love your description of the ferrets playing together. Does Meow get to join in the fun? I hope the medicine is helping with the asthma. It’s sad when our beloved pets are not feeling well.
>15 Whisper1: Such a heartwarming story about your neighborhood helping out the Venezuelan family. They must be experiencing culture shock, and acquiring some useful household items will be a big help for them.
I love your description of the ferrets playing together. Does Meow get to join in the fun? I hope the medicine is helping with the asthma. It’s sad when our beloved pets are not feeling well.
61PaulCranswick
What beautiful books you always manage to share with us, Linda.
62Whisper1
>60 Donna828: Donna, I remember the images you posted regarding your young grandchildren. I was struck by their beauty, and of course, your excitement of enjoying becoming a grand parent!!! Good luck with your Reading Buddy experience. I know the children will sense excitement by learning from you!
Thank you, as always, for your kind words! They mean a lot to me!
I love my neighborhood. It changes and grows as older people move to assisted living, and younger people move in with children to love. I have varying roles. I am the candy lady, the book lady, the flower lady, and the cookie baking lady.
And, I love the way people come together to help each other, and others who are not in our neighborhood, but who need assistance. There's still a bed, nightstand and mattress to be picked up and delivered. Meeting the father and mother of the family was a wonderful experience. The husband brought his cousin to help move the furniture. It was a task to move to couches from the living room into the truck, and also move another sofa from the loft upstairs down to the living room.
Then, to see the excitement when they saw the table and chairs to be moved from the basement into the truck. Neighbor Andres, who was instrumental in finding the family, not only helped move the furniture, but also helped clean and polish the table and chairs, removing the dust accumulated from my basement. Then, the see the smile on the face of the woman when I gave her a seasonal table cloth with fall pumpkins. Unaccustomed to such spontaneous joy, I had tears in my eyes when she kissed the tablecloth and repeated thank you two- then three times.
The beauty is we do not expect gratitude, but share in the specialness of the spontaneity. When Andres told me about the family, he repeated "They have NOTHING!" "NOTHING AT ALL!" It will be a challenge to afford the rent, but they are trying. The husband has two jobs and the wife has three!
And, we who help do not perceive ourselves as hero's, rather, as people helping people.
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The two ferrets were together in the cages behind the cash register where my grand daughter Kayla had her first job in the pet store. The owner of the store noted that in particular, one was attached to her and awoke and was very active when Kayla was in front on their cage. She asked me to go to the store to see the ferret, in reality, she wanted to bring the ferret home. The ferret, the cage, the food and toys became her high school graduation present.
I am continually learning about the behavior of this critter, who I swear has the brain a size of a raisin, yet is incredibly intelligent, alert, affectionate and interactive.
The cat, whom I call Meow, Meow, likes to romp with the ferret. They roll around, then grow tired of each other and go their separate ways for a different day of play. The Ferret has his on space in the house behind a closed door so that he doesn't roam around and get into trouble. Very clean, he never has an accident and always used the pads placed in his space. He sleeps approximately 16 hours a day, and rolls in a ball when sleeping.
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Sadly, after taking Meow on an emergency visit to the vet, yesterday she was having difficulty breathing again. I gave me additional medicine, and shortly afterward, she was better, but Kayla and I remain concerned and watchful.
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Please keep our group informed about your progress with the Reading buddy experience. It sounds like a fun, and challenging experience. And, I have no doubt you will be very successful in teaching and reaching the minds of little ones!
Thank you, as always, for your kind words! They mean a lot to me!
I love my neighborhood. It changes and grows as older people move to assisted living, and younger people move in with children to love. I have varying roles. I am the candy lady, the book lady, the flower lady, and the cookie baking lady.
And, I love the way people come together to help each other, and others who are not in our neighborhood, but who need assistance. There's still a bed, nightstand and mattress to be picked up and delivered. Meeting the father and mother of the family was a wonderful experience. The husband brought his cousin to help move the furniture. It was a task to move to couches from the living room into the truck, and also move another sofa from the loft upstairs down to the living room.
Then, to see the excitement when they saw the table and chairs to be moved from the basement into the truck. Neighbor Andres, who was instrumental in finding the family, not only helped move the furniture, but also helped clean and polish the table and chairs, removing the dust accumulated from my basement. Then, the see the smile on the face of the woman when I gave her a seasonal table cloth with fall pumpkins. Unaccustomed to such spontaneous joy, I had tears in my eyes when she kissed the tablecloth and repeated thank you two- then three times.
The beauty is we do not expect gratitude, but share in the specialness of the spontaneity. When Andres told me about the family, he repeated "They have NOTHING!" "NOTHING AT ALL!" It will be a challenge to afford the rent, but they are trying. The husband has two jobs and the wife has three!
And, we who help do not perceive ourselves as hero's, rather, as people helping people.
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The two ferrets were together in the cages behind the cash register where my grand daughter Kayla had her first job in the pet store. The owner of the store noted that in particular, one was attached to her and awoke and was very active when Kayla was in front on their cage. She asked me to go to the store to see the ferret, in reality, she wanted to bring the ferret home. The ferret, the cage, the food and toys became her high school graduation present.
I am continually learning about the behavior of this critter, who I swear has the brain a size of a raisin, yet is incredibly intelligent, alert, affectionate and interactive.
The cat, whom I call Meow, Meow, likes to romp with the ferret. They roll around, then grow tired of each other and go their separate ways for a different day of play. The Ferret has his on space in the house behind a closed door so that he doesn't roam around and get into trouble. Very clean, he never has an accident and always used the pads placed in his space. He sleeps approximately 16 hours a day, and rolls in a ball when sleeping.
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Sadly, after taking Meow on an emergency visit to the vet, yesterday she was having difficulty breathing again. I gave me additional medicine, and shortly afterward, she was better, but Kayla and I remain concerned and watchful.
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Please keep our group informed about your progress with the Reading buddy experience. It sounds like a fun, and challenging experience. And, I have no doubt you will be very successful in teaching and reaching the minds of little ones!
63Whisper1
>61 PaulCranswick: Paul, always kind and lovingly sincere, you remain glue that holds this group together. It continues to be a joy to watch how you teach this group so many things, including all the books posted on your thread regarding historical events!!! I know it must be a lot of work (and joy) to pull this together on your thread. thanks for all you do in cementing this group together in outreach and caring!!!
64Whisper1
BOOK #22 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER
Up and Down by Oliver Jeffers
This is a delightful story of two friends, a penguin and a small boy. They always were together, until one day when the penguin decided he wanted to fly, and to accomplish this feat, he needed to be by himself.
His reasoning was based on the fact that penguin has wings, and though they didn't work well, there was no reason not to try. His friend the small boy was committed to helping.
He held a small pillow while the penguin put a chair on top of a dresser and jumped. He tried a lot of things, but none of them worked. He waned to to do this task by himself.
Seeing a sign at the zoo, the Penguin decided to try what was listed on the flier. In his haste, he left his friend behind. Hired right away, the penguin was propelled from a canon. Everything was perfect except for the fact he could not find his friend. Suddenly, the penguin was propelled quickly from the canon and went flying through the air. Too late for find his friend, the little boy rushed to buy a ticket hoping the wasn't too late..
Propelled through the air, the penguin was terrified, but the main emotion was fear that he lost his forever buddy.
Looking down, he found his friend who caught him. Knowing that friendship was the most important thing, they escaped from the zoo and walked home together where they could play their favorite game. And Always be together.
A beautiful message of friendship, the story is lovely, and the illustrations likewise help to tell the story of two souls destined to be together.
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Up and Down by Oliver Jeffers
This is a delightful story of two friends, a penguin and a small boy. They always were together, until one day when the penguin decided he wanted to fly, and to accomplish this feat, he needed to be by himself.
His reasoning was based on the fact that penguin has wings, and though they didn't work well, there was no reason not to try. His friend the small boy was committed to helping.
He held a small pillow while the penguin put a chair on top of a dresser and jumped. He tried a lot of things, but none of them worked. He waned to to do this task by himself.
Seeing a sign at the zoo, the Penguin decided to try what was listed on the flier. In his haste, he left his friend behind. Hired right away, the penguin was propelled from a canon. Everything was perfect except for the fact he could not find his friend. Suddenly, the penguin was propelled quickly from the canon and went flying through the air. Too late for find his friend, the little boy rushed to buy a ticket hoping the wasn't too late..
Propelled through the air, the penguin was terrified, but the main emotion was fear that he lost his forever buddy.
Looking down, he found his friend who caught him. Knowing that friendship was the most important thing, they escaped from the zoo and walked home together where they could play their favorite game. And Always be together.
A beautiful message of friendship, the story is lovely, and the illustrations likewise help to tell the story of two souls destined to be together.
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65Whisper1
BOOK #23 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOER 2024
Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken by Kate DiCamillo with illustrations by Harry Bliss
I've read almost every book that Kate Dicamillo has written, and each and every one is well worth time spent reading. she remains one of my favorite Young Adult, and Illustrative books. This charming book tells the story of Louise, the chicken who is weary of living on the farm with the other chickens. And, so, she went away and escaped to the sea where she thought the deep and dark waters would provide enough adventure to quell her need for the escape from boredom. When pirates overtook the ship she was riding on the sea, suddenly, the need for adventure made her small heart beat too fast within her feathers, and when both ships went under and were torn apart from the thunder and black sea weather. Luckily, Louise found a large part of the boat to hang unto. And, when she paddled enough to get to dry land, she dreamed of returning to the hen house.
Upon returning, still she longed for another adventure. This time, she found it in when the circus came to town and she was hired to walk the high wire. Walking the slim wire while carrying a pink umbrella did not fulfill the need for an outstanding adventure, until the lion escaped from the cage. It was then that her little heart beat frantically, especially when she was propelled too close to the lion's jaws. Running away, she landed on the ground and found a clown whereupon she jumped into the clown's head and landed inside the hat. Once again, Louise felt the need for comfort and safety and returned to the henhouse.
Though, again after a short time, she longed for heart-racing adventure and set out to find something that held her interest in a long-time way. . This time, she found a busy bazaar wherein the noise was loud and the trinkets found were never to be found before. Finding a fortune teller who outlined adventures to date and now told a story of a dark stranger who will find her. This adventure was also dangerous and she found herself with other chickens. the dark man took her to a cage with many other chickens. Held against her will was not a dream of adventure, and the lock on the cage was difficult to open. After working to open the cage, she finally decided that it really was the farm where she belonged.
Louise, The Adventures of a Chicken by Kate DiCamillo with illustrations by Harry Bliss
I've read almost every book that Kate Dicamillo has written, and each and every one is well worth time spent reading. she remains one of my favorite Young Adult, and Illustrative books. This charming book tells the story of Louise, the chicken who is weary of living on the farm with the other chickens. And, so, she went away and escaped to the sea where she thought the deep and dark waters would provide enough adventure to quell her need for the escape from boredom. When pirates overtook the ship she was riding on the sea, suddenly, the need for adventure made her small heart beat too fast within her feathers, and when both ships went under and were torn apart from the thunder and black sea weather. Luckily, Louise found a large part of the boat to hang unto. And, when she paddled enough to get to dry land, she dreamed of returning to the hen house.
Upon returning, still she longed for another adventure. This time, she found it in when the circus came to town and she was hired to walk the high wire. Walking the slim wire while carrying a pink umbrella did not fulfill the need for an outstanding adventure, until the lion escaped from the cage. It was then that her little heart beat frantically, especially when she was propelled too close to the lion's jaws. Running away, she landed on the ground and found a clown whereupon she jumped into the clown's head and landed inside the hat. Once again, Louise felt the need for comfort and safety and returned to the henhouse.
Though, again after a short time, she longed for heart-racing adventure and set out to find something that held her interest in a long-time way. . This time, she found a busy bazaar wherein the noise was loud and the trinkets found were never to be found before. Finding a fortune teller who outlined adventures to date and now told a story of a dark stranger who will find her. This adventure was also dangerous and she found herself with other chickens. the dark man took her to a cage with many other chickens. Held against her will was not a dream of adventure, and the lock on the cage was difficult to open. After working to open the cage, she finally decided that it really was the farm where she belonged.
66Whisper1
Some days are difficult for those of us who lost a partner, beloved animal, special friend, or a relative.
I am helping lead a grief support group. It is amazing the pain that people endure and courageously deal with their loss of love, buried feelings because of fear that no one will understand.
Increasingly, I am amazed at the courage and fortitude people exhibit when sharing their pain.
I'm learning a lot, especially group dynamics that one person's sharing opens others to get in touch with their feelings about loss. And the beauty of sharing and caring that occurs when there is no judgment, only acceptance and love!
If you know someone who has experienced loss, be kind, be loving, and you might be amazed at how much your outreach can help another.
Sometimes, it only takes a few words of affirmation to help open the floodgate of pain, forgiveness, long ago buried feelings of rejection.
It's amazing how much love can help, and conversely, how much judgement harms.
I recently lost a sister who struggled with alcohol abuse for most of her life. She experienced a lot of judgment and misunderstanding. Despite all our love and outreach, my sister hung on to alcohol to help deaden long-ago childhood memories.
Remember not to judge, a kind word can open the door to acceptance, forgiveness and understanding.
I am helping lead a grief support group. It is amazing the pain that people endure and courageously deal with their loss of love, buried feelings because of fear that no one will understand.
Increasingly, I am amazed at the courage and fortitude people exhibit when sharing their pain.
I'm learning a lot, especially group dynamics that one person's sharing opens others to get in touch with their feelings about loss. And the beauty of sharing and caring that occurs when there is no judgment, only acceptance and love!
If you know someone who has experienced loss, be kind, be loving, and you might be amazed at how much your outreach can help another.
Sometimes, it only takes a few words of affirmation to help open the floodgate of pain, forgiveness, long ago buried feelings of rejection.
It's amazing how much love can help, and conversely, how much judgement harms.
I recently lost a sister who struggled with alcohol abuse for most of her life. She experienced a lot of judgment and misunderstanding. Despite all our love and outreach, my sister hung on to alcohol to help deaden long-ago childhood memories.
Remember not to judge, a kind word can open the door to acceptance, forgiveness and understanding.
67Whisper1
I'm taking a break from watching, reading or listening to political news in the upcoming election.
Amazingly, we allow so much hatred and judgment to flow. I do not remember an election wherein there were such nasty dynamics, comments spewed about sex, women, the opponent.
How did we get so out of control in society that accepts comments about men or women's body parts?
To think that when I was first learning politics during the John F. Kennedy election, his catholiscim was a subject regarding why we should not vote for him. I did not grow up in a Catholic household. But, I did learn from my beloved grandmother that in a kind world, a healthy society, someone's religion should not be a subject for why we should not vote for them.
Likewise, I was taught that we should never judge people by their financial status, especially if they were poor because so very often children/people could not control the financial income of their households.
How did we get to where we are today? When did it become acceptable to spew nastiness and hatred? When did we start to think that using the "P" or "C" word to describe women's body parts was acceptable?
I'm simply being retorical. I do not expect a response. I'm simply disgusted at what is happening in this particular election.
Amazingly, we allow so much hatred and judgment to flow. I do not remember an election wherein there were such nasty dynamics, comments spewed about sex, women, the opponent.
How did we get so out of control in society that accepts comments about men or women's body parts?
To think that when I was first learning politics during the John F. Kennedy election, his catholiscim was a subject regarding why we should not vote for him. I did not grow up in a Catholic household. But, I did learn from my beloved grandmother that in a kind world, a healthy society, someone's religion should not be a subject for why we should not vote for them.
Likewise, I was taught that we should never judge people by their financial status, especially if they were poor because so very often children/people could not control the financial income of their households.
How did we get to where we are today? When did it become acceptable to spew nastiness and hatred? When did we start to think that using the "P" or "C" word to describe women's body parts was acceptable?
I'm simply being retorical. I do not expect a response. I'm simply disgusted at what is happening in this particular election.
68Whisper1
BOOK #24 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
The Twelve Days of Christmas by Susan Jeffers
Beautifully rendered with a few differences from the original book, the artistry of Susan Jeffers is beautiful.
It was Christmas Eve when the young girl decided she was too excited to wait until Christmas morning, and found one Christmas present. Upon opening it, it fell and the beautiful snow globe of the story of the first day of Christmas and the Partridge in a Pear Tree globe was broken. Sad because she could not wait, and broke one of the special gifts, she fell asleep on the chair.
The remaining of the book continues to be incredibly illustrated.
The young girl sleeps and as she does, she remembers the 12 days of Christmas and the gifts given. As she dreams, she goes into Santa's sleigh and is taken along for the ride which then outlines all the presents given within twelve days.
Susan Jeffers is a new to me illustrator, and I very much appreciate her beautiful artistry.
The Twelve Days of Christmas by Susan Jeffers
Beautifully rendered with a few differences from the original book, the artistry of Susan Jeffers is beautiful.
It was Christmas Eve when the young girl decided she was too excited to wait until Christmas morning, and found one Christmas present. Upon opening it, it fell and the beautiful snow globe of the story of the first day of Christmas and the Partridge in a Pear Tree globe was broken. Sad because she could not wait, and broke one of the special gifts, she fell asleep on the chair.
The remaining of the book continues to be incredibly illustrated.
The young girl sleeps and as she does, she remembers the 12 days of Christmas and the gifts given. As she dreams, she goes into Santa's sleigh and is taken along for the ride which then outlines all the presents given within twelve days.
Susan Jeffers is a new to me illustrator, and I very much appreciate her beautiful artistry.
69Whisper1
BOOK #25 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
My Pony by Susan Jeffers
This is a beautiful story of a little girl who would love to own her very own pony. Her parents always tell her she is too young, or there isn't enough money, or there isn't anywhere to keep a pony. Knowing she cannot have a pony of her own now, she allows her imagination to run free, including the ability to create a beautiful pony whose name is Silver.
Silver is beautiful white and shiny like the sun shinning on her skin. She is dappled with white circles and has a bright white mane and a long, sweeping tail that is silvery white. As she draws a pony, she creates a beautiful imaginative pony that can fly into the night
Silver comes alive when the little girl is drawing her. And, she believes the horse can fly out of the bedroom window into the night sky.
In the day, she and Silver travel throughout the woods where they smell the pine and stop to see the beautiful clear water. In addition to Silver, other horses join them and now, the girl is surrounded by many who make soft sounds and allow her to pet the beautiful multicolored brown, tan, multicolored, gray, chestnut and roan ponies.
Silver remains by her side, always, even as they gallop through the mountains and across the sky. And even though she knows Silver is a figment of her imagination, still she watches as Silver waits for her outside her window.
Susan Jeffers is an incredible artist. I was once told that drawing horses is one of the most difficult things to make happen on paper. Yet, Susan Jeffers can portray an incredible group of ponies as together they roam by the stream, or soar in the sky, and stay together in a field as magic occurs.
This is a lovely, beautiful book, both in thought and reality.
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My Pony by Susan Jeffers
This is a beautiful story of a little girl who would love to own her very own pony. Her parents always tell her she is too young, or there isn't enough money, or there isn't anywhere to keep a pony. Knowing she cannot have a pony of her own now, she allows her imagination to run free, including the ability to create a beautiful pony whose name is Silver.
Silver is beautiful white and shiny like the sun shinning on her skin. She is dappled with white circles and has a bright white mane and a long, sweeping tail that is silvery white. As she draws a pony, she creates a beautiful imaginative pony that can fly into the night
Silver comes alive when the little girl is drawing her. And, she believes the horse can fly out of the bedroom window into the night sky.
In the day, she and Silver travel throughout the woods where they smell the pine and stop to see the beautiful clear water. In addition to Silver, other horses join them and now, the girl is surrounded by many who make soft sounds and allow her to pet the beautiful multicolored brown, tan, multicolored, gray, chestnut and roan ponies.
Silver remains by her side, always, even as they gallop through the mountains and across the sky. And even though she knows Silver is a figment of her imagination, still she watches as Silver waits for her outside her window.
Susan Jeffers is an incredible artist. I was once told that drawing horses is one of the most difficult things to make happen on paper. Yet, Susan Jeffers can portray an incredible group of ponies as together they roam by the stream, or soar in the sky, and stay together in a field as magic occurs.
This is a lovely, beautiful book, both in thought and reality.
71Whisper1
BOOK #26 READ IN THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2024
The Lost and Found Puppy written and illustrated by Mary Jane Flynn
I've been sorting through books found throughout my house. This small book is a tale of a puppy who needed love and a place to live, and a girl who wanted a puppy and had a house where they both could be happy.
A simple story, with nothing in depth, but a beautiful tale of a puppy in need and a girt whose heart was large enough to welcome him into her home.
It is a lovely story of a puppy who was dumped by the side of a road. A little puppy alone in a box on a forlorn road saw a passing car and thought that surely someone would find him and would turn around and bring her home. The car kept driving by.
Walking along searching for house he found a beach. It seemed lonely and empty, so he turned around and traveled along forlorn railroad tracks. Lonely and quiet until he heard a whistle and ran for safety in some bushes as the train came speeding by.
Soon it would be dark, and he was growing more sad and afraid. He found a park that was surrounded by lonely dark, deep woods. He curled up in a cool place and fell asleep. He awoke and continued on, hoping surely someone would want him and take him before sundown.
Alone, the cars were whizzing by. He finally found a sidewalk with people did not stop, but quickly walked away. Fortunately he found a small door that led to a large room with a mother cat and her many babies, and many other animals. When a young girl saw him, she knew that he needed a home to stay. And, maybe, just maybe the girl needed a puppy.
Both found each other and happily lived together. She would never dump him the road alone.
This is a lovely story of a lonely dog and girl who found what she had longed for.
The Lost and Found Puppy written and illustrated by Mary Jane Flynn
I've been sorting through books found throughout my house. This small book is a tale of a puppy who needed love and a place to live, and a girl who wanted a puppy and had a house where they both could be happy.
A simple story, with nothing in depth, but a beautiful tale of a puppy in need and a girt whose heart was large enough to welcome him into her home.
It is a lovely story of a puppy who was dumped by the side of a road. A little puppy alone in a box on a forlorn road saw a passing car and thought that surely someone would find him and would turn around and bring her home. The car kept driving by.
Walking along searching for house he found a beach. It seemed lonely and empty, so he turned around and traveled along forlorn railroad tracks. Lonely and quiet until he heard a whistle and ran for safety in some bushes as the train came speeding by.
Soon it would be dark, and he was growing more sad and afraid. He found a park that was surrounded by lonely dark, deep woods. He curled up in a cool place and fell asleep. He awoke and continued on, hoping surely someone would want him and take him before sundown.
Alone, the cars were whizzing by. He finally found a sidewalk with people did not stop, but quickly walked away. Fortunately he found a small door that led to a large room with a mother cat and her many babies, and many other animals. When a young girl saw him, she knew that he needed a home to stay. And, maybe, just maybe the girl needed a puppy.
Both found each other and happily lived together. She would never dump him the road alone.
This is a lovely story of a lonely dog and girl who found what she had longed for.
72Carmenere
Happy new thread, Linda! I see the books are keeping you busy. The illustrations are fabulous! Thanks for sharing them!
73BLBera
Hi Linda. I hope you are well. We love Eric Carle and Oliver Jeffries. I don't remember seeing the chicken book by Dicamillo; I will have to check with Scout to see if she has read it. She does love her chickens.
74Whisper1
>72 Carmenere: Hi Lynda, Thanks for visiting. Books, my asthmatic cat, a house that consumes time for work both outside and inside, friends, neighbors and LT 75 challenge Group all keep me busy. We had the first frost last night. If it is warmer later today, I'll cut some of the plants that no longer produce flowers, and with the exception of a cat who wanders around the house, looking at me at then making the sound "Meow," life is quiet, busy, and very good!
I hope you are well and enjoying the fall weather while drinking coffee or tea, siting in a comfortable chai, and reading a good book.
I hope you are well and enjoying the fall weather while drinking coffee or tea, siting in a comfortable chai, and reading a good book.
75Whisper1
>73 BLBera: Hi Beth. I discovered Eric Carle when my twin grandsons and their sister were little and my daughter read all his books to them. Like you, I very much like the illustrations of Oliver Jeffries. I highly recommended the book I recently found by Kate DiCamillo. I vow to read all her books, and I've made good progress toward that goal. The combination of the writer and the illustrator for this book equate to a wonderful combination.
76karenmarie
Hi Linda, and happy newest thread to you.
On your last thread, I read that you won two baskets of books at the peach festival – well done, and I liked the list – have some on my shelves, and really love some of the authors.
I see that you read Foster in September – it’s the book we’ll be discussing in December for my RL book club.
I’m sorry to read about Meow’s recent asthma attack. Wow, such a young kitty for bad asthma.
And, as always, sorry about your pain levels. You deal with things so gracefully - an inspiration for sure.
On your last thread, I read that you won two baskets of books at the peach festival – well done, and I liked the list – have some on my shelves, and really love some of the authors.
I see that you read Foster in September – it’s the book we’ll be discussing in December for my RL book club.
I’m sorry to read about Meow’s recent asthma attack. Wow, such a young kitty for bad asthma.
And, as always, sorry about your pain levels. You deal with things so gracefully - an inspiration for sure.
77LizzieD
There's no way that I can catch up, Linda, but scrolling through your thread is always a fun experience. I do applaud you and your neighbors for your kindness! I also wish Meow an easier time of it as the weather settles down. You too, my friend!
78Whisper1
>76 karenmarie: Karenmarie, It is so good to see a post from you. Yes, winning the two baskets loaded with good books that I had not read made me very happy.
I have mixed feelings about Foster. I wasn't sure about the relationship of Foster and the elder man who, with his wife, took her into their home.
I'm curious if aanyone in your group had anything to say about this.
>77 LizzieD: HI Peggy, as always, it is great to see your name pop up on my thread. Thanks for the kind words. Thank you for all your kind words. I hope you are well.
I have mixed feelings about Foster. I wasn't sure about the relationship of Foster and the elder man who, with his wife, took her into their home.
I'm curious if aanyone in your group had anything to say about this.
>77 LizzieD: HI Peggy, as always, it is great to see your name pop up on my thread. Thanks for the kind words. Thank you for all your kind words. I hope you are well.
79Whisper1
BOOK #ONE READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
An Unfinished Love Story by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Doris Kearns Goodwin is an excellent historian. As the tile connotates, this is an in depth story of the history of the United States in the 1960's. A turbulent time of the killing in Dallas, Texas of John F. Kennedy, the signing in of his replacement Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, the terrible grief Jacqueline Kennedy, the wife of JFK's wife, and the overwhelming pain of JFK's brother Robert, the Kennedy family family and the nation.
This was a time of the Cuban Crisis, Viet Nam, the civil Rights Movement, the turbulent era of Blacks demanding what was rightfully theirs -- the right to vote and freedom to sit at a lunch counter and on a bus with whites, to walk across the Edmund Petus Bridge without being brutalized and killed, and the I Have a Dream Speech by Martin Luther King at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
In addition to the above named terrible events, the killing of Robert Kennedy who was running for the Presidential position was yet another blow to the American historical events of the '60's.
Exceedingly well written, I highly recommend this book.
Five Stars
An Unfinished Love Story by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Doris Kearns Goodwin is an excellent historian. As the tile connotates, this is an in depth story of the history of the United States in the 1960's. A turbulent time of the killing in Dallas, Texas of John F. Kennedy, the signing in of his replacement Vice President Lyndon B. Johnson, the terrible grief Jacqueline Kennedy, the wife of JFK's wife, and the overwhelming pain of JFK's brother Robert, the Kennedy family family and the nation.
This was a time of the Cuban Crisis, Viet Nam, the civil Rights Movement, the turbulent era of Blacks demanding what was rightfully theirs -- the right to vote and freedom to sit at a lunch counter and on a bus with whites, to walk across the Edmund Petus Bridge without being brutalized and killed, and the I Have a Dream Speech by Martin Luther King at the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
In addition to the above named terrible events, the killing of Robert Kennedy who was running for the Presidential position was yet another blow to the American historical events of the '60's.
Exceedingly well written, I highly recommend this book.
Five Stars
80Whisper1
BOOK #TWO READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Grandfather Gandhi by Arun Gandhi and Bethany Hegedus with unique illustrations of Evan Turk
This is the story of M. K. Gandhi's grandson Arun and the life of his grandfather as seen through his eyes when he lived with his family in his Grandfather's village. It was exceedingly hot and steamy in India. Arun feels inadequate when compared to the teachings of his grandfather.
When a boy pushes and harms Arun, his anger fills his being in a way that he knows his grandfather would never approve. Living up to M.K. Gandhi is an impossible feat. Yet Arun tries to make his grandfather proud.
The illustrations are uniquely moving ad incredible unique.
Grandfather Gandhi by Arun Gandhi and Bethany Hegedus with unique illustrations of Evan Turk
This is the story of M. K. Gandhi's grandson Arun and the life of his grandfather as seen through his eyes when he lived with his family in his Grandfather's village. It was exceedingly hot and steamy in India. Arun feels inadequate when compared to the teachings of his grandfather.
When a boy pushes and harms Arun, his anger fills his being in a way that he knows his grandfather would never approve. Living up to M.K. Gandhi is an impossible feat. Yet Arun tries to make his grandfather proud.
The illustrations are uniquely moving ad incredible unique.
81Whisper1
BOOK NUMBER THREE READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
The Boy on Fairfield Street: How Ted Geisel Grew Up to Become Dr. Seuss
by Kathleen Krull illustrated by Steve Jahnson and Lou Fancher
This is a lovely story of a small, talented, unique young boy. Born in 1904 he lived in a wonderful neighborhood at 74 Fairfield Street in Springfield, Massachusetts. He loved animals, doodling, trying of costumes, singing and fooling around.
His uniqueness meant he was made fun of and bullied. His father was the curator of the local zoo. His mother helped him find books at the local library, and all too soon he was forever going to the library to check out books. He loved his plump stuffed do Theophrastus.
When the circus came to town, Theodore found a name for every animal and every rider. Doodling was his favorite pastime, and drawing unique characters with funny name, he was in his own special world. Making funny names and characters led him into adulthood where he soon wrote stories with accompanied silly names.
In college, he developed his talent, and wrote for a magazine as well. Deciding to leave college, he found a small apartment in Greenwich Village, New York. It is there that he allowed his mind to wander and he developed incredibly unique characters. Soon, his books were very well liked and popularly purchased.
The Cat in the Hat, The Sneetches on the Beeches, Hop on Pop, Dr. Seuses's ABC The Lorax, There's A Wocket in My Pocket and Oh Say Can You Say? were but a few among his large collection.
The Boy on Fairfield Street: How Ted Geisel Grew Up to Become Dr. Seuss
by Kathleen Krull illustrated by Steve Jahnson and Lou Fancher
This is a lovely story of a small, talented, unique young boy. Born in 1904 he lived in a wonderful neighborhood at 74 Fairfield Street in Springfield, Massachusetts. He loved animals, doodling, trying of costumes, singing and fooling around.
His uniqueness meant he was made fun of and bullied. His father was the curator of the local zoo. His mother helped him find books at the local library, and all too soon he was forever going to the library to check out books. He loved his plump stuffed do Theophrastus.
When the circus came to town, Theodore found a name for every animal and every rider. Doodling was his favorite pastime, and drawing unique characters with funny name, he was in his own special world. Making funny names and characters led him into adulthood where he soon wrote stories with accompanied silly names.
In college, he developed his talent, and wrote for a magazine as well. Deciding to leave college, he found a small apartment in Greenwich Village, New York. It is there that he allowed his mind to wander and he developed incredibly unique characters. Soon, his books were very well liked and popularly purchased.
The Cat in the Hat, The Sneetches on the Beeches, Hop on Pop, Dr. Seuses's ABC The Lorax, There's A Wocket in My Pocket and Oh Say Can You Say? were but a few among his large collection.
82Whisper1
BOOK NUMBER FOUR READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Hansel and Gretel
Retold by Rika Lesser illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky
The age old story of Hans and Gretel is one of the fairytales wherein the step mother has was too much power over the father of two small children. Food is near non existent and the father simply cannot supply enough for his family.
His wife insists that the solution is to pretend they are walking his two children deep into the woods. They do not return. The first trip, the children manage to return. The second trip they cannot be returned and instead wander throughout the woods. Finding a cottage decorated with a lot of candy, they are lured by a nasty witch who promises to feed them, they follow. They boy child is placed in a cage and daily given a bone to gage if he is fat enough to eat. Every morning the young girl brought food for her brother, while she was given none.
Trying to trap the young girl by getting her into the oven, the girl tricked the witch, and the witch was pushed in the oven. Taking every jewel they could find, the children leave the cottage with many treasures. Finding their way back home, they learn their stepmother has died and their father is delighted to see them.
Showing him all the treasures, they live happily ever after.
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Personally, I never liked this tale. I always wondered how the children could trust a father who abandoned them twice and listened to their nasty step mother.
Hansel and Gretel
Retold by Rika Lesser illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky
The age old story of Hans and Gretel is one of the fairytales wherein the step mother has was too much power over the father of two small children. Food is near non existent and the father simply cannot supply enough for his family.
His wife insists that the solution is to pretend they are walking his two children deep into the woods. They do not return. The first trip, the children manage to return. The second trip they cannot be returned and instead wander throughout the woods. Finding a cottage decorated with a lot of candy, they are lured by a nasty witch who promises to feed them, they follow. They boy child is placed in a cage and daily given a bone to gage if he is fat enough to eat. Every morning the young girl brought food for her brother, while she was given none.
Trying to trap the young girl by getting her into the oven, the girl tricked the witch, and the witch was pushed in the oven. Taking every jewel they could find, the children leave the cottage with many treasures. Finding their way back home, they learn their stepmother has died and their father is delighted to see them.
Showing him all the treasures, they live happily ever after.
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Personally, I never liked this tale. I always wondered how the children could trust a father who abandoned them twice and listened to their nasty step mother.
83Whisper1
BOOK #FIVE READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Cinderella by K.Y. Craft
Beautifully illustrated, K.Y. Craft won more than one hundred graphic arts awards. A very talented artist, He one five gold medals from the Society of Society of Illustrators.
In this rendition of the Cinderella fairy tale, the wicked sisters realize they are wrong and beg for pardon for all the nasty, unkind things they have done to Cinderella.
Cinderella by K.Y. Craft
Beautifully illustrated, K.Y. Craft won more than one hundred graphic arts awards. A very talented artist, He one five gold medals from the Society of Society of Illustrators.
In this rendition of the Cinderella fairy tale, the wicked sisters realize they are wrong and beg for pardon for all the nasty, unkind things they have done to Cinderella.
85atozgrl
>83 Whisper1: What spectacularly beautiful illustrations! No wonder Craft won all those awards. I can't imagine how long it must have taken to make each one.
Thanks for sharing these, Linda!
Thanks for sharing these, Linda!
86Whisper1
>84 klobrien2: Hi Karen. The illustrations in this book, as in all of K.Y. Craft's books are incredibly beautiful. I think I bought this book from Thriftbooks.com
>85 atozgrl: Hi Irene, it is so nice to see a message from you! Thanks! Yes, this is an illustrator with incredible talent. Thank you for appreciating the time spent in posting all these illusrations.
>85 atozgrl: Hi Irene, it is so nice to see a message from you! Thanks! Yes, this is an illustrator with incredible talent. Thank you for appreciating the time spent in posting all these illusrations.
87Whisper1
BOOK # SIX IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
The Three Jovial Huntsmen by Randolph Caldecott
More of a poetic, than an illustrated book, this is written and illustrated by the originator of the Caldecott Awards for illustrations.
the text and illustrations are old and dated, but overall worth reading.
The Three Jovial Huntsmen by Randolph Caldecott
More of a poetic, than an illustrated book, this is written and illustrated by the originator of the Caldecott Awards for illustrations.
the text and illustrations are old and dated, but overall worth reading.
88Whisper1
BOOK #SEVEN READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Just Like Josh Gibson by Angela Johnson with ilustrations of Beth Peck
In 1940's girls were not allowed to be in competition with boys playing baseball. This is a story of how small steps make a big difference.
Grandma loved baseball, wanting to model after the legendary baseball player Josh Gibson. Gibson once hit a basebal in Pittsburgh so hard that it didn't come down, he then went on to play in a Philadelphia team. On the day the grandma of the story notes that her papa arrived the same day the girl who wanted to be a baseball player like Josh Gibson to show that his new baby would also make baseballs fly.
And, the grandmama's papa threw balls to the little girl and they sailed far, far away. But even when she got bigger, grandmama was not allow to play ball with the boys in 1940. When she could, grandmama would practice with the boy's team, and stepping up to the plate would make the ball soar. "Too bad she is a girl." is the phrase most often used.
Then, the head player of the team bloke is arm and grandmama with her pink dress and bow boy and Danny's baseball shoes, and she hit the ball so hard it flew a mile away, and she could throw and bat "just like Josh Gibson."
Just Like Josh Gibson by Angela Johnson with ilustrations of Beth Peck
In 1940's girls were not allowed to be in competition with boys playing baseball. This is a story of how small steps make a big difference.
Grandma loved baseball, wanting to model after the legendary baseball player Josh Gibson. Gibson once hit a basebal in Pittsburgh so hard that it didn't come down, he then went on to play in a Philadelphia team. On the day the grandma of the story notes that her papa arrived the same day the girl who wanted to be a baseball player like Josh Gibson to show that his new baby would also make baseballs fly.
And, the grandmama's papa threw balls to the little girl and they sailed far, far away. But even when she got bigger, grandmama was not allow to play ball with the boys in 1940. When she could, grandmama would practice with the boy's team, and stepping up to the plate would make the ball soar. "Too bad she is a girl." is the phrase most often used.
Then, the head player of the team bloke is arm and grandmama with her pink dress and bow boy and Danny's baseball shoes, and she hit the ball so hard it flew a mile away, and she could throw and bat "just like Josh Gibson."
89Whisper1
BOOK # EIGHT READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Toma's and the Library Lady by Pat Mora with illustrations of Raul Colon
A librarian who reinforced a love of reading, changed my life. And, such is the case with Tomas Rivera who was born in Texas to a migrant working family. Becoming a success later in life, Tomas never forgot the importance of libraries and librarians. Valuing education, he became a professor and a university administrator.
This book is inspired by a real life story of Tomas Rivera who became chancellor of the university of California at Riverside. f Tomas who discovered libraries and through reading, doors opened into his imagination.
Sharing the stories in the books with his family at night reinforced reading habits and a love of books.
this story reinforces the importance librarians can make, evoking stories of imagination, Tomas Rivera gives credit to his small town library to invited him to come inside for a cool drink on a hot day, and to explore some of the many books the library held.
Most importantly, it was the librarian who not only helped him to explore the love of reading, but also encouraged him when she noted talent in this young boy who became a very important man.
Toma's and the Library Lady by Pat Mora with illustrations of Raul Colon
A librarian who reinforced a love of reading, changed my life. And, such is the case with Tomas Rivera who was born in Texas to a migrant working family. Becoming a success later in life, Tomas never forgot the importance of libraries and librarians. Valuing education, he became a professor and a university administrator.
This book is inspired by a real life story of Tomas Rivera who became chancellor of the university of California at Riverside. f Tomas who discovered libraries and through reading, doors opened into his imagination.
Sharing the stories in the books with his family at night reinforced reading habits and a love of books.
this story reinforces the importance librarians can make, evoking stories of imagination, Tomas Rivera gives credit to his small town library to invited him to come inside for a cool drink on a hot day, and to explore some of the many books the library held.
Most importantly, it was the librarian who not only helped him to explore the love of reading, but also encouraged him when she noted talent in this young boy who became a very important man.
90Whisper1
BOOK #NINE READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
The Great Migration Journey To The North by Eloise Greenfield and Jan Spivey Gilchrist
Both the writer and illustrator had family who traveled north from the Jim Crow south, seeking a better life and new opportunities.
This poetic book is a tribute to those who risked what was known, to travel to the unknown. Roughly six million African-Americans left the Deep South from approximately 1910's to 1970's — about half of black America at that time. The transition from a rural area into one of the fast paced life of industrialized cities, brought new opportunities, but also the insecurity of leaving families and a different life style behind.
Leaving behind the nasty Jim Crow Laws and heading north where new opportunities await is the strength of this story based on real-life experiences.
The Great Migration Journey To The North by Eloise Greenfield and Jan Spivey Gilchrist
Both the writer and illustrator had family who traveled north from the Jim Crow south, seeking a better life and new opportunities.
This poetic book is a tribute to those who risked what was known, to travel to the unknown. Roughly six million African-Americans left the Deep South from approximately 1910's to 1970's — about half of black America at that time. The transition from a rural area into one of the fast paced life of industrialized cities, brought new opportunities, but also the insecurity of leaving families and a different life style behind.
Leaving behind the nasty Jim Crow Laws and heading north where new opportunities await is the strength of this story based on real-life experiences.
92Whisper1
BOOK # TEN READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Cupid and Psyche by M. Charlotte Craft with lush illustrations of K. Y. Craft
Previously I read Cinderella also incredibly illustrated by K.Y. Craft.
This is a more simple rendition of the Greek myth which renders the talk of Cupid, the God of love , and also the son of Venus, falls deeply in love with the mortal princess Psyche.
A complex story, this is an attempt to make the tale more understanding. Psyche is informed she will marry a creature to be feared, naturally, she is very afraid. Soon she discovers she has noting to fear as the "creature" is indeed a calm, gentle and very loving being.
When her sisters note her successful love, they are envious, and jealous beyond measure. they attempt to cause trouble and doubt.
Cupid and Psyche by M. Charlotte Craft with lush illustrations of K. Y. Craft
Previously I read Cinderella also incredibly illustrated by K.Y. Craft.
This is a more simple rendition of the Greek myth which renders the talk of Cupid, the God of love , and also the son of Venus, falls deeply in love with the mortal princess Psyche.
A complex story, this is an attempt to make the tale more understanding. Psyche is informed she will marry a creature to be feared, naturally, she is very afraid. Soon she discovers she has noting to fear as the "creature" is indeed a calm, gentle and very loving being.
When her sisters note her successful love, they are envious, and jealous beyond measure. they attempt to cause trouble and doubt.
94Whisper1
>93 klobrien2: Karen, I enjoy the fact that you and I share a love of illustrated books. I haven't visited threads lately because I've been in a lot of pain. But, tomorrow, I'll be sure to check your thread.
95Whisper1
BOOK # ELEVEN READ IN NOBEMBER 2024
Dancing in the Wings by Debbie Allen with illustrations of Kadir Nelson
Review to follow
Dancing in the Wings by Debbie Allen with illustrations of Kadir Nelson
Review to follow
96jessibud2
>92 Whisper1:- Those illustrations look almost photographic, Linda! Amazing!
>93 klobrien2:- Oh, Kadir Nelson is a favourite of mine! I haven't seen this one so will request it tomorrow from the library. And what a funny coincidence, I am reading a book of short essays collected in a book by Denzel Washington, called A Hand to Guide Me, about the people who helped to guide famous celebrities. Just tonight I read one by Debbie Allen! Her big influence was Alvin Ailey.
I am sad to read you are still in so much pain. I am glad you are still able to read, at least.
>93 klobrien2:- Oh, Kadir Nelson is a favourite of mine! I haven't seen this one so will request it tomorrow from the library. And what a funny coincidence, I am reading a book of short essays collected in a book by Denzel Washington, called A Hand to Guide Me, about the people who helped to guide famous celebrities. Just tonight I read one by Debbie Allen! Her big influence was Alvin Ailey.
I am sad to read you are still in so much pain. I am glad you are still able to read, at least.
97Whisper1
BOOK # ELEVEN READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Dancing in the Wings by Debbie Allen with beautiful illustrations of Kadir Nelson
Based partly about Debbie Allen's daughter. This is a story of a determined girl name Sassy, so called because of her attitude. Tall, too-large feet, too-long legs, and told she has too big of a mouth because of her determined attitude.
Sassy's dream is to become a star ballerina, but for now, she is simply dancing in the wings, in the side lines, still she hopes to be successful some day. Sassy's Uncle Reid is a big part of her life and an emotional support she can count on.
When her ballet class director announced that an important person from the Russian school of ballet was coming to their class to look for talent, Sassy is excited, and hopeful. Hearing other girls in the class make fun of her and say she will never be a part of a special ballet class as they called her tyrannosaurus. Running out of the class in tears, it is her Uncle Reid waiting in his green truck to provide encouragement.
When the director of the chose six girls, she stood in the sideline believing she was not chosen. When the director told her she needed to use more balance to use her legs and arms to their best potential, he added she would learn in Washington, DC. She made it!! She was going to learn with a prestigious ballet group.
By the end of the time of class in Washington, DC, she danced in the summer concert -- using her big feet and long legs!
Dancing in the Wings by Debbie Allen with beautiful illustrations of Kadir Nelson
Based partly about Debbie Allen's daughter. This is a story of a determined girl name Sassy, so called because of her attitude. Tall, too-large feet, too-long legs, and told she has too big of a mouth because of her determined attitude.
Sassy's dream is to become a star ballerina, but for now, she is simply dancing in the wings, in the side lines, still she hopes to be successful some day. Sassy's Uncle Reid is a big part of her life and an emotional support she can count on.
When her ballet class director announced that an important person from the Russian school of ballet was coming to their class to look for talent, Sassy is excited, and hopeful. Hearing other girls in the class make fun of her and say she will never be a part of a special ballet class as they called her tyrannosaurus. Running out of the class in tears, it is her Uncle Reid waiting in his green truck to provide encouragement.
When the director of the chose six girls, she stood in the sideline believing she was not chosen. When the director told her she needed to use more balance to use her legs and arms to their best potential, he added she would learn in Washington, DC. She made it!! She was going to learn with a prestigious ballet group.
By the end of the time of class in Washington, DC, she danced in the summer concert -- using her big feet and long legs!
98Whisper1
>96 jessibud2: Shella, It always makes me smile when I see a post from you.
>97 Whisper1: Karen, what a wonderful co-incidence!!!
>97 Whisper1: Karen, what a wonderful co-incidence!!!
99Whisper1
BOOK #12 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Looking at Lincoln by Maira Kalman
Told from the perspective of a young girl who becomes fascinated with Abraham Lincoln, the US 16th President. Filled with details about the president, I learned some things I never knew, and also developed a clearer knowledge of those things I did know:
. There was a very strong bond and mutual love between he and his step mother.
. He went to school for only one year, but taught himself many things.
. There was no electricity, so he read by candle light.
. He was kicked in the head by a mule, and sleeping or two days led to great concern. When he awoke, he
decided to become a lawyer.
. Living in Springfield, Illinois, he developed a reputation for intelligence and honesty, thus he became known
as "Honest Abe."
. He had four sons, and sadly, two of them died.
. He loved his wife's vanilla cake.
. Wearing a very tall hat augmented his height. In the hat, he stored notes and stuffed them there.
. Always thinking about doing good for mankind, he used his ideas to help the nation overcome the hatred
created in the Civil War where more than one million people died.
. He loved his dog Fido
. He loved Mozart and his opera The Magic Flute.
. He hated repression of all men, and disdained slavery.
. One of the first soldiers killed in the Civil War had the name of Elmer Ephraim Ellsworth. His uniform
showing one bullet hole at the point of the heart where the bullet was aimed. There were fourteen bullets on
the front of the tunic; one was shot away.
. He was only 56 years old when he was killed.
The illustrations are interestingly drawn as though through a young girl's rendition.
Looking at Lincoln by Maira Kalman
Told from the perspective of a young girl who becomes fascinated with Abraham Lincoln, the US 16th President. Filled with details about the president, I learned some things I never knew, and also developed a clearer knowledge of those things I did know:
. There was a very strong bond and mutual love between he and his step mother.
. He went to school for only one year, but taught himself many things.
. There was no electricity, so he read by candle light.
. He was kicked in the head by a mule, and sleeping or two days led to great concern. When he awoke, he
decided to become a lawyer.
. Living in Springfield, Illinois, he developed a reputation for intelligence and honesty, thus he became known
as "Honest Abe."
. He had four sons, and sadly, two of them died.
. He loved his wife's vanilla cake.
. Wearing a very tall hat augmented his height. In the hat, he stored notes and stuffed them there.
. Always thinking about doing good for mankind, he used his ideas to help the nation overcome the hatred
created in the Civil War where more than one million people died.
. He loved his dog Fido
. He loved Mozart and his opera The Magic Flute.
. He hated repression of all men, and disdained slavery.
. One of the first soldiers killed in the Civil War had the name of Elmer Ephraim Ellsworth. His uniform
showing one bullet hole at the point of the heart where the bullet was aimed. There were fourteen bullets on
the front of the tunic; one was shot away.
. He was only 56 years old when he was killed.
The illustrations are interestingly drawn as though through a young girl's rendition.
100Whisper1
BOOK # 13 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen by Dyanne DiSalvo-Ryan
Observing poor in the city, including the old lady who sleeps on the park bench, the can man who collects cans throughout wherever he walks so that he can re-sell them for money to live, the young boy asks his Uncle why there are so many poor.
Uncle Willie explains not all are fortunate, and those who need help should receive it. Uncle Willie works at the soup kitchen every day. One day the boy goes with his uncle to help in the soup kitchen. He goes with Uncle Willie as he collects food and bread from nearby establishments.
Attending the soup kitchen opens the little boys eyes to the fact that those in need should be helped. Even little babies are hungry and served with their mothers.
Even the cat named underfoot has a role in the soup kitchen. He makes people happy.
The young boy watches as Uncle Willie uses a clicker to count the number of people served every day so they can make enough food for the next day.
This is a wonderful book teaching a boy who has much more than he does, how to help those in need.
Uncle Willie and the Soup Kitchen by Dyanne DiSalvo-Ryan
Observing poor in the city, including the old lady who sleeps on the park bench, the can man who collects cans throughout wherever he walks so that he can re-sell them for money to live, the young boy asks his Uncle why there are so many poor.
Uncle Willie explains not all are fortunate, and those who need help should receive it. Uncle Willie works at the soup kitchen every day. One day the boy goes with his uncle to help in the soup kitchen. He goes with Uncle Willie as he collects food and bread from nearby establishments.
Attending the soup kitchen opens the little boys eyes to the fact that those in need should be helped. Even little babies are hungry and served with their mothers.
Even the cat named underfoot has a role in the soup kitchen. He makes people happy.
The young boy watches as Uncle Willie uses a clicker to count the number of people served every day so they can make enough food for the next day.
This is a wonderful book teaching a boy who has much more than he does, how to help those in need.
101Whisper1
BOOK #14 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
My Mei Mei by Ed Young
Based on the true-life experience of the author and his wife adopting two Chinese children. Adding to their biological child the addition of two siblings rounds the family out and makes them very happy.
My Mei Mei by Ed Young
Based on the true-life experience of the author and his wife adopting two Chinese children. Adding to their biological child the addition of two siblings rounds the family out and makes them very happy.
102alcottacre
High time I checked in on your thread again, lovey. The illustrations you post are just wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing them.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Have a wonderful weekend!
104Whisper1
BOOK #15 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
The Last Dance by Carmen Agra Deedy with beautiful illustrations by Deborah Santini
This is such a lovely book that I will keep it on my shelf of favorite illustrated books. The combination of the author and illustrator is perfect.
Bessie and Ninny are friends, best friends!. Ninny would reach inside his pockets and throw his grandfather's buttons to Bessie's window. Best on moonlit nights, the two walked to Ninny's grandmother's grave and sang
Bessie, Oh Bessie!!
Come dance with me!
For I hate to dance alone,
Where the old men sleep,
And the women weep,
And the wild, fey children roam.
And as the moon grew bright and Ninny and Bessie danced to the moon's delight, with Niinny holding Oppa's pipe, and Bessie dancing with her nightgown. They always danced on Oppa's gravesite where he slept row seven, grave three.
Previously, Oppa danced on grandmother's grave as he affirmed human beings have the right to three things:
to Dance
to Sing
to tell stories
Ninny and Bessie were married and he was sent off to war where Bessie was afraid Ninny would not return.
While many died it Normandy, blessedly, Ninny returned to dance with his beloved Bessie.
When a party was held to celebrate his return, and in the moonlight they danced and sang, when Ninny reminded Bessie to save the last dance for him.
The soft illustrations are exquisitely beautiful.
FIVE STARS
The Last Dance by Carmen Agra Deedy with beautiful illustrations by Deborah Santini
This is such a lovely book that I will keep it on my shelf of favorite illustrated books. The combination of the author and illustrator is perfect.
Bessie and Ninny are friends, best friends!. Ninny would reach inside his pockets and throw his grandfather's buttons to Bessie's window. Best on moonlit nights, the two walked to Ninny's grandmother's grave and sang
Bessie, Oh Bessie!!
Come dance with me!
For I hate to dance alone,
Where the old men sleep,
And the women weep,
And the wild, fey children roam.
And as the moon grew bright and Ninny and Bessie danced to the moon's delight, with Niinny holding Oppa's pipe, and Bessie dancing with her nightgown. They always danced on Oppa's gravesite where he slept row seven, grave three.
Previously, Oppa danced on grandmother's grave as he affirmed human beings have the right to three things:
to Dance
to Sing
to tell stories
Ninny and Bessie were married and he was sent off to war where Bessie was afraid Ninny would not return.
While many died it Normandy, blessedly, Ninny returned to dance with his beloved Bessie.
When a party was held to celebrate his return, and in the moonlight they danced and sang, when Ninny reminded Bessie to save the last dance for him.
The soft illustrations are exquisitely beautiful.
FIVE STARS
105Whisper1
It is a chilly, rainy night. I stayed inside all day. I often wonder what people do who do not read. Perhaps, they watch TV all day? I've been reading since I first learned how to do so, and I haven't stopped yet. This year in particular, I've devoted a lot of time and energy into reading illustrated books. I very much enjoy the illustrations of the very talented artists.
Grand daughter Kayla came to visit. Because I wasn't feeling well, she came home to check on me and to play with the animals.
While she lives with her boyfriend, she still is here one-two nights a week. I am so very content when she is here. To watch her study for her college courses, to look up and smile and then begin a conversation brings a great deal of happiness.
I watched my friend Bill's little white dog yesterday. She refuses to leave the cat, Meow, alone. Periodically, I hear both run as Meow hisses and Angie barks. I give up trying to separate them. It's been two years since I've watched Angie off and on. I don't anticipate a miracle. Now, I simply keep them in separate rooms.
Grand daughter Kayla came to visit. Because I wasn't feeling well, she came home to check on me and to play with the animals.
While she lives with her boyfriend, she still is here one-two nights a week. I am so very content when she is here. To watch her study for her college courses, to look up and smile and then begin a conversation brings a great deal of happiness.
I watched my friend Bill's little white dog yesterday. She refuses to leave the cat, Meow, alone. Periodically, I hear both run as Meow hisses and Angie barks. I give up trying to separate them. It's been two years since I've watched Angie off and on. I don't anticipate a miracle. Now, I simply keep them in separate rooms.
106Whisper1
BOOK #16 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
The Boy Under the Bed by Preston McClear with illustrations of Nicholas Dollak
Giles is a monster, he knows there is a boy under his bed. His monster parents do not believe him. They tell him to go find a place where boys live. Thisis a twist to the usual happening of a boy finding a monster under his bed.
While Giles is afraid, eventually he grows to understand that the boy has no where else to go. When the boy finds his room back home again with other boys who love to play.
Giles, the monster, and his new-found friends play the night away.
The Boy Under the Bed by Preston McClear with illustrations of Nicholas Dollak
Giles is a monster, he knows there is a boy under his bed. His monster parents do not believe him. They tell him to go find a place where boys live. Thisis a twist to the usual happening of a boy finding a monster under his bed.
While Giles is afraid, eventually he grows to understand that the boy has no where else to go. When the boy finds his room back home again with other boys who love to play.
Giles, the monster, and his new-found friends play the night away.
107PaulCranswick
>63 Whisper1: Thank you for those lovely words, Linda. Made me blush to my roots!
I hope you are doing well my dear friend and that the pain is manageable if not - as desired - non-existent. xx
I hope you are doing well my dear friend and that the pain is manageable if not - as desired - non-existent. xx
108Whisper1
>116 Whisper1: Paul, every word a truth! This group would not be the same without your presence. Dark comes early now as the clocks were set back a night. Is there day-light savings time where you live?
109Whisper1
BOOK #17 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
The Yellow Star: the Legend of King Christian X of Denmark by Carmen Agra Deedy with beautiful illustrations of Henri Sorensen
When the Nazi's put their boots on the soil of Denmark, they decreed that all people of Jewish descent hae to wear a yellow star.
Watching the night stars, King Christian X, saw how specific stars are mixed in with all others. He has the idea to ride atop his horse throughout town while wearing a yellow star.
In addition to mandating the wearing of the yellow star, the Nazi's removed the Danish flag and replaced it with the Nazi swastika flag. King Christian immediately had a soldier remove the flag and re install the Danish flag. When the Nazi solider burst in his office demanding to know who did this, he boasted that the next day he will again remove the countries flag, and replace it. Unafraid of the boastfulness of the Nazi leader, he said that he would continue to replace the Nazi flag with the country flag. There also was a threat for the person who replaced the legit flag, or that person will be killed. Whereupon King Christian said "Then be prepared to shoot the King -- for I will be that soldier. "
.While there is no proof for this act of rebellion. But, as the author notes the following:
.The beloved King did indeed ride unescorted and unprotected throughout the streets of Copenhagen.
Stories of his bravery circulated throughout Europe.
.No Jews within Denmark were forced to wear the yellow star
. Among Nazi-occupied countries, only Denmark rescued the overwhelming majority of its Jews.
. Incredibly over 7,00 Danish Jews were smuggled to Sweden in fishing boats, carrying 12-14 each time. The group of rescuers where called Helsingor Sewing club.
Remarkably,
. Of the almost 500 Jews deported to the Nazi camp Theresienstadt, all but 51 survived.
Indeed it was the bravely of the Danish King, but also the people of that union who were incredibly brave, strong and successful.
-----------------------------
For more information regarding saving lives by carrying Jews out of the country in fishing boats, read the incredibly written Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, who is one of my favorite authors.
King Christian X of Denmark
The Yellow Star: the Legend of King Christian X of Denmark by Carmen Agra Deedy with beautiful illustrations of Henri Sorensen
When the Nazi's put their boots on the soil of Denmark, they decreed that all people of Jewish descent hae to wear a yellow star.
Watching the night stars, King Christian X, saw how specific stars are mixed in with all others. He has the idea to ride atop his horse throughout town while wearing a yellow star.
In addition to mandating the wearing of the yellow star, the Nazi's removed the Danish flag and replaced it with the Nazi swastika flag. King Christian immediately had a soldier remove the flag and re install the Danish flag. When the Nazi solider burst in his office demanding to know who did this, he boasted that the next day he will again remove the countries flag, and replace it. Unafraid of the boastfulness of the Nazi leader, he said that he would continue to replace the Nazi flag with the country flag. There also was a threat for the person who replaced the legit flag, or that person will be killed. Whereupon King Christian said "Then be prepared to shoot the King -- for I will be that soldier. "
.While there is no proof for this act of rebellion. But, as the author notes the following:
.The beloved King did indeed ride unescorted and unprotected throughout the streets of Copenhagen.
Stories of his bravery circulated throughout Europe.
.No Jews within Denmark were forced to wear the yellow star
. Among Nazi-occupied countries, only Denmark rescued the overwhelming majority of its Jews.
. Incredibly over 7,00 Danish Jews were smuggled to Sweden in fishing boats, carrying 12-14 each time. The group of rescuers where called Helsingor Sewing club.
Remarkably,
. Of the almost 500 Jews deported to the Nazi camp Theresienstadt, all but 51 survived.
Indeed it was the bravely of the Danish King, but also the people of that union who were incredibly brave, strong and successful.
-----------------------------
For more information regarding saving lives by carrying Jews out of the country in fishing boats, read the incredibly written Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, who is one of my favorite authors.
King Christian X of Denmark
111Whisper1
BOOK #18 READ NOVEMBER 2024
The Black Hen by Antony Pogorelsky illustrated by Tatuana Yuditskaya
A young boy loves to read. Living in St. Petersburg, he resided in a boarding school. A book of fantasy with lovely illustrations, I found the story to be convoluted. The young boy saves a black hen from being killed for supper. In return, the hen visits him every night and takes him to a journey to an underworld where small people exist and are hidden away.
When the hen shows him the small little underground village, he is told he can never tell any one about it. There are always adventures where rats are banished, garden paths laden with rubies, diamonds and emeralds.
I can't recommend this one. While the illustrations are incredibly rendered, I ended the book thinking it was a waste of my time.
The Black Hen by Antony Pogorelsky illustrated by Tatuana Yuditskaya
A young boy loves to read. Living in St. Petersburg, he resided in a boarding school. A book of fantasy with lovely illustrations, I found the story to be convoluted. The young boy saves a black hen from being killed for supper. In return, the hen visits him every night and takes him to a journey to an underworld where small people exist and are hidden away.
When the hen shows him the small little underground village, he is told he can never tell any one about it. There are always adventures where rats are banished, garden paths laden with rubies, diamonds and emeralds.
I can't recommend this one. While the illustrations are incredibly rendered, I ended the book thinking it was a waste of my time.
112klobrien2
Good morning, Linda! Lots of good reading here, as always! Wishing you a great week!
Karen O
Karen O
113m.belljackson
>109 Whisper1: Linda = Frightening Foreshadowing of America's Dictator.
114Whisper1
>113 m.belljackson: The Danish King was incredibly brave. I have a copy of Number the Stars and I would love to send it to you!
115Whisper1
>112 klobrien2: Hi Karen. I had a lot of time to read over the weekend. I am on a mission to red the books I found in a closet.
I hope your week is a good one as well. Today my friend Claire, who lives in Virginia, visited. It was such a lovely time together. She usually stays here, but is staying with her sister in law this time.
Meow loves Claire. As soon as she heard her voice, such quickly came down the stairs from the loft.
It was a beautiful day today. Trees still have some colored leaves, the temps were in the 70's and the sun was shining in a glorious way.
I hope your week is a good one as well. Today my friend Claire, who lives in Virginia, visited. It was such a lovely time together. She usually stays here, but is staying with her sister in law this time.
Meow loves Claire. As soon as she heard her voice, such quickly came down the stairs from the loft.
It was a beautiful day today. Trees still have some colored leaves, the temps were in the 70's and the sun was shining in a glorious way.
116Whisper1
BOOK #19 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
Curse in Reverse by Tom Coppinger with illustrations of Dirk Zimmer
When a curse is given by a witch, then it's a blessing! A young childless man and woman discovered this when they were the lone ones to help a witch on a freezing cold evening after she was turned away from A woman who owned an inn that had four available beds, a man with a grand house with four blazing fireplaces.
Coming upon Mr. & Mrs. Tretter's one room house, she was surprised and blessed when they welcomed her and let her sleep on their only little bed while them slept on the floor. Very surprised the witch left leaving them with what she said was a curse in reverse.
In the meantime, the woman who refused housing to her at her inn was surprised when a masked knight riding a black house knocked on her door; she gave him a room, but then he made her sleep in the barn with the animals.
Hearing about what occurred to the inn keeper, the man with the huge home had the misfortune of a one-eyed man with a black beard and a patch over his eye chopped down a tree near his house. The tree fell on the house and crushed everything.
Remembering the witch told them her curse would be a one-armed man. Great joy occurred when a baby boy was born to them. When the witch returned, asking for a crumb of food, they let her inside. As Mr. Tretter was chopping vegetables for their meal, he was holding the baby in one hand while chopping vegetables in the other. Thus, he became a one-eyed man for a brief time. They laughed and celebrated their good luck.
Curse in Reverse by Tom Coppinger with illustrations of Dirk Zimmer
When a curse is given by a witch, then it's a blessing! A young childless man and woman discovered this when they were the lone ones to help a witch on a freezing cold evening after she was turned away from A woman who owned an inn that had four available beds, a man with a grand house with four blazing fireplaces.
Coming upon Mr. & Mrs. Tretter's one room house, she was surprised and blessed when they welcomed her and let her sleep on their only little bed while them slept on the floor. Very surprised the witch left leaving them with what she said was a curse in reverse.
In the meantime, the woman who refused housing to her at her inn was surprised when a masked knight riding a black house knocked on her door; she gave him a room, but then he made her sleep in the barn with the animals.
Hearing about what occurred to the inn keeper, the man with the huge home had the misfortune of a one-eyed man with a black beard and a patch over his eye chopped down a tree near his house. The tree fell on the house and crushed everything.
Remembering the witch told them her curse would be a one-armed man. Great joy occurred when a baby boy was born to them. When the witch returned, asking for a crumb of food, they let her inside. As Mr. Tretter was chopping vegetables for their meal, he was holding the baby in one hand while chopping vegetables in the other. Thus, he became a one-eyed man for a brief time. They laughed and celebrated their good luck.
117msf59
Happy Wednesday, Linda. Just checking in. It looks like the books are treating you just fine. Once again, all these illustrated books look wonderful. Hugs, to my pal.
118m.belljackson
>114 Whisper1: Thank you for offer Linda! We already read it here and may find it on a save shelf.
119Whisper1
>117 msf59: Hi mark...So good to see a message from you!
>118 m.belljackson: Hi friend Marianne...I am blessed over and over by you!
>118 m.belljackson: Hi friend Marianne...I am blessed over and over by you!
120Whisper1
This is a photo of my beautiful grand daughter Kayla, and her handsome and very loving significant other, Christian!
121quondame
>120 Whisper1: Lovely!
122Whisper1
>121 quondame: Thanks Susan. To think that I cut her umbiblical cord 21 years ago. Watching her come into the world was a very spiritual experience.
123PaulCranswick
>108 Whisper1: *Blush*
>109 Whisper1: I read Number the Stars this year and it moved me. The King in this instance deserved the love of his people.
>120 Whisper1: What a lovely photo. They look so happy together. x
>109 Whisper1: I read Number the Stars this year and it moved me. The King in this instance deserved the love of his people.
>120 Whisper1: What a lovely photo. They look so happy together. x
124SirThomas
>120 Whisper1: What a beautiful picture. Linda.
And thank you for another BB, Foster was an intense and wonderful read.
And thank you for another BB, Foster was an intense and wonderful read.
125jessibud2
>120 Whisper1: - Beautiful, Linda!!
128Whisper1
Today, neighbor and friend Andres spent the entire day taking down, working with me to clean and then re-installing 15 vents in the house. Now, both of us are stuffy from the dust, and I was surprised at how much nasty black dust covered the slats.
The house is approximately 25 years old, and I imagine his is the first time this task was accomplished.
I truly could not live here without his help.
The house is approximately 25 years old, and I imagine his is the first time this task was accomplished.
I truly could not live here without his help.
129Whisper1
BOOK #20 READ IN NOVEMBER OF 2024
The Pirate Queens by Jane Yolen with lovely illustrations by David Shannon
Jane Yolen always manages to find different illustrators for her wonderful books. She remains one of my favorite authors, of both illustrated and non-illustrated books.
In this illustrated book, she tells the tale of two true to life women pirates, Anne Bonney and Mary Reade. Told in ballad form, while the male pirates were down below playing games, Anne and Mary fought above in the ship called Vanity. When the vanity was captured by captain Jonathan Barnet's man-of-war-Albion , the women fought.
Captured, Anne visited her husband Rackham. Admonishing him for not "fighting like a man," she told him he should be hanged like a dog.
The Vanity was a ship that sailed along the coasts of America in the 1700's. Anne and Mary were the most famous female pirates. When captured, they pled they should live because of "their bellies!" They were indeed pregnant. History is nebulous in stating Mary died in prison and Anne's father may have go her off free. Others say that history shows both survived, married and raised more children.
The Pirate Queens by Jane Yolen with lovely illustrations by David Shannon
Jane Yolen always manages to find different illustrators for her wonderful books. She remains one of my favorite authors, of both illustrated and non-illustrated books.
In this illustrated book, she tells the tale of two true to life women pirates, Anne Bonney and Mary Reade. Told in ballad form, while the male pirates were down below playing games, Anne and Mary fought above in the ship called Vanity. When the vanity was captured by captain Jonathan Barnet's man-of-war-Albion , the women fought.
Captured, Anne visited her husband Rackham. Admonishing him for not "fighting like a man," she told him he should be hanged like a dog.
The Vanity was a ship that sailed along the coasts of America in the 1700's. Anne and Mary were the most famous female pirates. When captured, they pled they should live because of "their bellies!" They were indeed pregnant. History is nebulous in stating Mary died in prison and Anne's father may have go her off free. Others say that history shows both survived, married and raised more children.
130Whisper1
BOOK #21 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
The Lion and the Little Red Bird by Elisa Kleven
This is a cute story of a little red bird who is fascinated by a lion whose tail changes colors each time the red bird sees her. Captivated and wondering how the tail changes colors, one day, the bird pulled a thorn from the lion's paw.
During one night, there was a wicked thunder and lightening storm that scared the little red bird. Shivering and scared, the lion lifted her from where she was hiding and took her into his cave. There the bird saw beautiful drawings throughout as the walls were filled with loved images of green forests, orange flowers and beautiful butterflies.
Seeing the deep blue lake painted on one wall, the lion showed the red bird how he painted with his tail, and thus every day using a different image and color, his tail was the color of the wall painting that day.
The red bird sang a happy song and was curious what the lion would paint the next day.
Creative, lovely and a cute story to be read to little children who might smile and laugh at this tale of the many colored tail.
The Lion and the Little Red Bird by Elisa Kleven
This is a cute story of a little red bird who is fascinated by a lion whose tail changes colors each time the red bird sees her. Captivated and wondering how the tail changes colors, one day, the bird pulled a thorn from the lion's paw.
During one night, there was a wicked thunder and lightening storm that scared the little red bird. Shivering and scared, the lion lifted her from where she was hiding and took her into his cave. There the bird saw beautiful drawings throughout as the walls were filled with loved images of green forests, orange flowers and beautiful butterflies.
Seeing the deep blue lake painted on one wall, the lion showed the red bird how he painted with his tail, and thus every day using a different image and color, his tail was the color of the wall painting that day.
The red bird sang a happy song and was curious what the lion would paint the next day.
Creative, lovely and a cute story to be read to little children who might smile and laugh at this tale of the many colored tail.
131PaulCranswick
>128 Whisper1: No substitute for a good neighbour, Linda. I'll bet Andres says pretty much the same about you. xx
132Whisper1
>131 PaulCranswick: Hi Paul, and thanks for stopping by. The neighborhood is successful because many reasons, but primarily because we all respect each other. We've been together through laughter and tears. Most recently, one of our neighbors died after a heart surgery. Just as many attended Will's service, the same occurred when Sandy's husband Jim died. We stood by Sandy at Jim's graveside, held her hand, and ate beside her after the service.
Today, just as yesterday when Andres helped me, he did the same for Sandy in cleaning her ducts that, like mine that were filled with dirt and dust. We always pay him, but we realize that we would have to pay someone a lot more than what he asks. Honestly, we always pay him more than he requests. It's a win/win relationship. And, now there are two widows he is helping. He smiled and laughed when he visited today and told me Sandy told him the same thing I always say "Andres, What would we do without you?"
Today, just as yesterday when Andres helped me, he did the same for Sandy in cleaning her ducts that, like mine that were filled with dirt and dust. We always pay him, but we realize that we would have to pay someone a lot more than what he asks. Honestly, we always pay him more than he requests. It's a win/win relationship. And, now there are two widows he is helping. He smiled and laughed when he visited today and told me Sandy told him the same thing I always say "Andres, What would we do without you?"
133PaulCranswick
>132 Whisper1: I don't really have neighbours in quite the same way. I live in a Condo and my unit is served by a private lift so I never really see the neighbours as such, but I have a great relationship with the building maintenance manager, Ashvinder, who is helpful above and beyond.
134Whisper1
BOOK #22 READ IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 2024
Lovabye Dragon by Barbara Joosse with illustrations of Randy Cecil
A little girl who cries silver tears every night longing for a dragon. So many tears were shed that they trickled down the stairs past a teeny mouse, past a boat in a moat, past a frog in a bog, round a bend in the glen, and then to the mountain where they found the cave and the dragon.
The trickle of tears awoke the dragon who followed the trail of tears to the girls bedroom. They happily played throughout the day and night. The girl is little and the dragon is biggle, and as the story is told, they are the same size in the middle.
While the story doesn't contain a lot of depth, the illustrations are lovely.
Lovabye Dragon by Barbara Joosse with illustrations of Randy Cecil
A little girl who cries silver tears every night longing for a dragon. So many tears were shed that they trickled down the stairs past a teeny mouse, past a boat in a moat, past a frog in a bog, round a bend in the glen, and then to the mountain where they found the cave and the dragon.
The trickle of tears awoke the dragon who followed the trail of tears to the girls bedroom. They happily played throughout the day and night. The girl is little and the dragon is biggle, and as the story is told, they are the same size in the middle.
While the story doesn't contain a lot of depth, the illustrations are lovely.
135Whisper1
>133 PaulCranswick: Paul, many like me, can attest to the wonderful, caring, kind, sensitive person you are. This group would never be the same without you my friend!!!
136PaulCranswick
>135 Whisper1: All I can say is that it takes a better one to know one, Linda. xx
137Whisper1
>136 PaulCranswick: What a wonderful way to end the evening -- a lovely message from a dear friend! Thank you Paul!!!
138Whisper1
BOOK #23 READ NOVEMBER 2024
The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams with illustrations of Megan Lloyd
A little old lady convinces herself she isn't afraid of anything, even all the things that follow her throughout her walk home through the woods. As she walks, the sounds go clomp, clomp, the images she sees are scary, but she tells herself she is not afraid.
A she approaches home, she creatively turns all the non/scary, but very scary things into one thing -- a scare crow!
The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams with illustrations of Megan Lloyd
A little old lady convinces herself she isn't afraid of anything, even all the things that follow her throughout her walk home through the woods. As she walks, the sounds go clomp, clomp, the images she sees are scary, but she tells herself she is not afraid.
A she approaches home, she creatively turns all the non/scary, but very scary things into one thing -- a scare crow!
139Whisper1
BOOK #24 READ NOVEMBER 2024
My Best Friend by Julie Fogliano with stunning illustrations of Jillian Tamaki
This book has stunning illustrations that captured my interest on the first page. I'll be sure to look for this combination of author/illustrator again.
This is a lovely story of two little girls who become friends. The illustrations carry the story!
My Best Friend by Julie Fogliano with stunning illustrations of Jillian Tamaki
This book has stunning illustrations that captured my interest on the first page. I'll be sure to look for this combination of author/illustrator again.
This is a lovely story of two little girls who become friends. The illustrations carry the story!
141Whisper1
>140 figsfromthistle: Thanks Anita! It is a beautiful day. I'll walk my neighbor/friend's dog. She is a little white ball of energy, and I am quite fond of her. I hope your Sunday provides time to do the thins you like best.
142Whisper1
BOOK #25 READ NOVEMBER 2024
Blue by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
This will be high on the list of favorites for 2024. Exquisite varying ways in which to use the color blue, augmented by cut outs throughout. Beginning with a little sleepy boy who has a cut puppy by his side as the both nap. Throughout the book, the little boy and the dog grow together and form a bond that only those of us who have loved and lost a dog can understand.
Blue can be a happy color, and then also used to reflect the sadness of loss.
If you are inclined, I highly recommend that you read this book. The author does a remarkable job at expressing emotions by using color.
INCREDIBLE BOOK! Many thanks to Karen O for recommending this one!
Blue by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
This will be high on the list of favorites for 2024. Exquisite varying ways in which to use the color blue, augmented by cut outs throughout. Beginning with a little sleepy boy who has a cut puppy by his side as the both nap. Throughout the book, the little boy and the dog grow together and form a bond that only those of us who have loved and lost a dog can understand.
Blue can be a happy color, and then also used to reflect the sadness of loss.
If you are inclined, I highly recommend that you read this book. The author does a remarkable job at expressing emotions by using color.
INCREDIBLE BOOK! Many thanks to Karen O for recommending this one!
143Whisper1
BOOK #26 READ NOVEMBER 2024
Mina by Matthew Forsythe
Lovely illustrations rend this a book to read and enjoy. Mina is a mouse who is difficult to please. Her father is a big influence in her life, though he frustrates her to no end. One day he brings home a cat, thinking this is the best surprise, Mina is very weary of what appears to be larger than what he claims was a squirrel. Her father reminds her that he regularly brings home surprises.
She reminds him that he brought home a stick figure who stole all her precious books. Father reminds her he got many more books for her. Bringing home two more cats, the father believes this is an appeasement.
When the cats try to eat Mina, it is the stick figure who comes to the resuce.
While the story isn't exciting, the illustrations are well rendered, and thus I can highly recommend this book.
Mina by Matthew Forsythe
Lovely illustrations rend this a book to read and enjoy. Mina is a mouse who is difficult to please. Her father is a big influence in her life, though he frustrates her to no end. One day he brings home a cat, thinking this is the best surprise, Mina is very weary of what appears to be larger than what he claims was a squirrel. Her father reminds her that he regularly brings home surprises.
She reminds him that he brought home a stick figure who stole all her precious books. Father reminds her he got many more books for her. Bringing home two more cats, the father believes this is an appeasement.
When the cats try to eat Mina, it is the stick figure who comes to the resuce.
While the story isn't exciting, the illustrations are well rendered, and thus I can highly recommend this book.
144Whisper1
BOOK NUMER 27 READ IN NOVEMBER 0F 2024
Off Limits by Helen Yoon
This is a cute story of a little girl who knows that "Office Of-Limits' mean just that. However a curious and inquisitive, and thus she enters the office, start with the tape and uses it on herself as well as al wall, Her end project is colorfully disorganized.
Expecting her father to be very cross, she is very surprised when he goes into her private space and does exactly what the young girl does.
There is a in her own space as well as the total mess she made in her father's space.
Off Limits by Helen Yoon
This is a cute story of a little girl who knows that "Office Of-Limits' mean just that. However a curious and inquisitive, and thus she enters the office, start with the tape and uses it on herself as well as al wall, Her end project is colorfully disorganized.
Expecting her father to be very cross, she is very surprised when he goes into her private space and does exactly what the young girl does.
There is a in her own space as well as the total mess she made in her father's space.
147Whisper1
BOOK #28 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
Sheepish (Wolf Under Cover by Helen Yoon
This is a cute, and humorous books about a wolf who is pretending to be a sheep when hanging out with the flock. The reader sees the fantasy the wolf has regarding what it will be like when he actually captures a sheep. Dressing as a sheep, he believes he is successful at fooling the sheep. He eats where they eat, is helpful, handy, funny, friendly, and a team player.
Mostly, he believes he is the sheepiest sheep that ever was. After hanging out with the sheep, he realizes he cannot consume one of them. The ending is too funny of divulge. Read this one and laugh.
Sheepish (Wolf Under Cover by Helen Yoon
This is a cute, and humorous books about a wolf who is pretending to be a sheep when hanging out with the flock. The reader sees the fantasy the wolf has regarding what it will be like when he actually captures a sheep. Dressing as a sheep, he believes he is successful at fooling the sheep. He eats where they eat, is helpful, handy, funny, friendly, and a team player.
Mostly, he believes he is the sheepiest sheep that ever was. After hanging out with the sheep, he realizes he cannot consume one of them. The ending is too funny of divulge. Read this one and laugh.
148Whisper1
BOOK #29 READ NOVEMBER 2024
Coming Through the Blizzard by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations by Jenny Tylden=-Wright
Filled with lovely illustrations of a snow and ice covered town who are trying to make the best of it.
I liked this one a lot.
Coming Through the Blizzard by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations by Jenny Tylden=-Wright
Filled with lovely illustrations of a snow and ice covered town who are trying to make the best of it.
I liked this one a lot.
149Whisper1
BOOK #30 READ NOVEMBER 2024
Hedgie Blasts Off! by Jan Brett
This is a cute story of Hedgie the hedge hog who works at a space lab. The big sparkler on the planet Milkhop is not working. Hedgie is sent to outer space to discover what is happening. He discovers that people on space flights are throwing things into the crater and thus the sparkler will not work. He decides to enter the crate and save the sparkler.
Cute, but not as good as other Jan Brett works.
Hedgie Blasts Off! by Jan Brett
This is a cute story of Hedgie the hedge hog who works at a space lab. The big sparkler on the planet Milkhop is not working. Hedgie is sent to outer space to discover what is happening. He discovers that people on space flights are throwing things into the crater and thus the sparkler will not work. He decides to enter the crate and save the sparkler.
Cute, but not as good as other Jan Brett works.
150Whisper1
BOOK NUMBER 31 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet! by Carmen Agra Deedy illustrations by Eugene Yelchin
There was a village of La Paz that was an exceedingly noisy place. It was so very loud that it became difficult to hear anything, or to sleep, or the think. They thought firing the mayor was the best thing to do. He was replaced by a mayor who hated noise and he proudly placed a prominent sign indicating NO LOUD SINGING WAS ALLOWED!
Then, as often happens, the people missed what they tried to get rid of -- their noise! Even tea kettles were not allowed to whistle. then, some people left the village. After seven quiet years, a little rooster started to sing his song "Kee-kee-ree-KEE! This led to an argument between the mayor and the rooster. Each time the rooster sang his song, the mayor had a new edit for him to follow. He disregarded each one.
After many ultimatims that were not followed by the rooster, the people of the village realized how much they miss sound, and they too began to sing, and little by little quiet was replaced by joyous singing. And, once again, the village rang with song from beginning to end of day.
This is a lovely tale of bullying and how one stubborn rooster would not follow silly rules. And, he was not going to give in!
The Rooster Who Would Not Be Quiet! by Carmen Agra Deedy illustrations by Eugene Yelchin
There was a village of La Paz that was an exceedingly noisy place. It was so very loud that it became difficult to hear anything, or to sleep, or the think. They thought firing the mayor was the best thing to do. He was replaced by a mayor who hated noise and he proudly placed a prominent sign indicating NO LOUD SINGING WAS ALLOWED!
Then, as often happens, the people missed what they tried to get rid of -- their noise! Even tea kettles were not allowed to whistle. then, some people left the village. After seven quiet years, a little rooster started to sing his song "Kee-kee-ree-KEE! This led to an argument between the mayor and the rooster. Each time the rooster sang his song, the mayor had a new edit for him to follow. He disregarded each one.
After many ultimatims that were not followed by the rooster, the people of the village realized how much they miss sound, and they too began to sing, and little by little quiet was replaced by joyous singing. And, once again, the village rang with song from beginning to end of day.
This is a lovely tale of bullying and how one stubborn rooster would not follow silly rules. And, he was not going to give in!
151Whisper1
BOOK #32 READ IN NOVEMBER 2024
Cold Snap by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations of Marjorie Prkeman
This is another book by Eileen Spinelli dealing with cold winter weather and how people adjust. This is lovely, simply lovely.
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Cold Snap by Eileen Spinelli with illustrations of Marjorie Prkeman
This is another book by Eileen Spinelli dealing with cold winter weather and how people adjust. This is lovely, simply lovely.
152vancouverdeb
More beautiful books that you have read, Linda. Thankfully we only get snow briefly once or twice year here, but it makes for lovely images.
153LizzieD
(((((Linda))))), you have made such a wonderful thread! It's a treat! I was coming here this morning, and I found that you had visited my thread already. Thank you!
I heard an interview with Alex London this morning about his new children's book, Still Life, which I really hope you'll check out. It sounds fabulous - and funny!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
I heard an interview with Alex London this morning about his new children's book, Still Life, which I really hope you'll check out. It sounds fabulous - and funny!
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
154Whisper1
>152 vancouverdeb: Hi Deb, Thanks for stopping by. I very much am enjoying my year of illustrated books! I've found so many wonderful stories with special illustrations.
>153 LizzieD: Hello Dear Peggy. I'll be sure to look for Still Life by Alex London. thanks for this recommendation.
>153 LizzieD: Hello Dear Peggy. I'll be sure to look for Still Life by Alex London. thanks for this recommendation.
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