"Because My Grandma LOVES Them!"

I live on an acre, out in the country, in Michigan, in the farmhouse my grandparents built back in the 1920's. In my front and side yard are five very large maple trees. In my back yard, behind the double-stall garage is the most enormous maple tree I've ever seen - it reaches far above the roof of the garage and spans beyond the sides of the garage - on both sides! It is absolutely enormous! We also have one very, very tall sycamore tree, three birch trees and several other trees - including about a dozen pine trees.

Don't Miss Mums at Meijer Gardens!

If you live near, or are planning a visit to or near Grand Rapids, Michigan during the month of October, then definitely plan to visit Frederik Meijer Gardens for their  Mums at Meijer Gardens! What is "Mums at Meijer Gardens!", you ask? Well . . .

Yes, It Is As Plain As The Nose On Your Face

 

I heard something the other day which is absolutely true - unless I look in a mirror, or cross-eyed, I can not see my own nose. This does not mean my nose is no longer on my face - just I can not see it. Others are able to see my nose - it is actually one of the first things we see when we look at people.

Today is International Literacy Day

Today is International Literacy Day - a day well worth celebrating for sure! NationalToday (dot) com says, "International Literacy Day takes place on September 8 every year to raise awareness and concern for literacy problems which exist within our own local communities as well as globally. International Literacy Day was founded by proclamation of The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, or UNESCO, in 1966 'to remind the public of the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights.' International Literacy Day brings ownership of the challenges of illiteracy back home to local communities where literacy begins, one person at a time." Let's look at some literacy facts - did you know . . .

Grandparents Day - Send Kisses!

 

Today I'm happy to share with you an idea for a craft which you could make for someone special in your life - and if you are a parent who is reading this looking for a fun, simple idea for your children to make a great gift for their grandparents for Grandparents Day, (which is today on September 7th) take a look at this one!

Happy Grandparents Day!

Today is Grandparents Day, so happy Grandparents Day! If you live near your grandchildren, make time to spend time together. If you live far, or are not able to get together, then connect using tech. Grandchildren are a gift, so be thankful for them today, and every day.

Yes, it is a real holiday - here is some fun information about Grandparents Day . . . 

A Great Grandparents Day Gift - Don't Worry; It is Impossible to Spoil Grandchildren

Tomorrow, September 7th, is National Grandparents Day. If you didn't know this, or if it slipped up on you, I'm happy to share with you about a gift you have time to get to give to the grandparents in your life. My book,  Don't Worry; It is Impossible to Spoil Grandchildren, is available as an ebook - so you could get it and give/send it to the grandparents you love for their special day tomorrow - and yes, it is a real holiday! 

I've been writing for several years about how important it is for us, as grandparents to hand down a heritage of confident faith. One way I do this is to let you know about resources to help you as you do this. Today I'm sharing a resource with you which you could read and use to hand down confident faith to your grandchildren!

Today is National Read a Book Day

While every day is a great day to read a book, today is actually National Read a Book Day! Nationaltoday.com says, "Bringing new worlds to life, books enlighten us and transport us on exciting adventures. They can challenge our perspectives on the human experience in ways unmatched by other media. In a world deluged by technology, National Read a Book Day encourages us to silence the noise and turn the pages for a while." Along with making time to read a book today, consider sharing the following book fun facts with the children you love (I do this whenever I write about a "special" day as it is a fun way to connect) - did you know . . . 

Honey, Maple, Oat Artisan Bread

From time to time I enjoy making artisan bread - and I have a new recipe which I want to share with you today - especially since September is Honey Month. Before I get to the recipe I want to say this bread just takes minutes to mix by hand, you let it rise for a few hours, then pop it into the oven for about 40 minutes - this is all there is to it!

September is National Honey Month!

 

September is "National Honey Month - it is a celebratory and promotional event which is held annually during the month of September. Its purpose is to promote US beekeeping, the beekeeping industry, and the use of honey as a natural and beneficial sweetener." Before we look at some ideas for celebrating National Honey Month, let's learn some fun honey facts, did you know . . . 

Try Pair Eyewear and Save $25!

This past January when I had to get new glasses, I decided to try Pair Eyewear. This line of glasses was designed to have magnetic top frames which you are able to change out for an entirely new look and style - it is SUCH a fantastic idea! It is like getting an entirely new pair of glasses for only $25 or $30 - the cost of a new topper. I have to say, I absolutely LOVE Pair Eyewear!

September is Friendship Month!

 

"Friendship Month is all about highlighting the importance of what friends mean and celebrating what friendship brings to all of our lives every day!" You will find ideas for ways to celebrate Friendship Month on this link, but I also wanted to share with you some scientific facts about friendship as well. Did you know . . . 

Truths about Grandparents . . .

  

This morning I was thinking about being a grandma and what an amazing blessing it is, so I looked up a few quotes about grandmas/ grandparents and thought I'd share some with you . . .

It is Read a New Book Month!

 

Yes, it is Read a New Book Month, so take time today to find a new book and then set aside time to read it. I know, we are busy people, but taking time to read not only helps you learn new things, but it also has other fantastic benefits making it well worth the time to make time to read. Did you know . . .