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Thanks, Rick! Good luck with yours.
Commented Feb 6, 2013 on Starting the New Year with a New Site and Focus at Moms Inspire Learning
Starting the New Year with a New Site and Focus
I know it's a little late to be saying this, but Happy New Year! It's been a while, I know. That's because I've been completely immersed in creating a new site with a much narrower focus: health literacy and education. I now feel it's the one area that families need the most help with, as there ...
Starting the New Year with a New Site and Focus
I know it's a little late to be saying this, but Happy New Year! It's been a while, I know. That's because I've been completely immersed in creating a new site with a much narrower focus: health literacy and education.... Continue reading
Posted Jan 29, 2013 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Thanks for your patience
I've had so much fun writing this blog for 3 years now. It's allowed me to not only unleash my creative side, but to share my knowledge for the benefit of others, and become an advocate for causes that mean... Continue reading
Posted Mar 22, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Thanks, Susan!
Commented Mar 9, 2012 on Top 10 Reasons to Read Aloud at Moms Inspire Learning
Top 10 Reasons to Read Aloud
Welcome to World Read Aloud Day! In honor of the big event, as well as the Share a Story, Shape a Future blog tour this week, I'd like to share my list of reasons why parents won't want to miss out on reading aloud to their children. I've written many related posts, and I will also include links...
Top 10 Reasons to Read Aloud
Welcome to World Read Aloud Day! In honor of the big event, as well as the Share a Story, Shape a Future blog tour this week, I'd like to share my list of reasons why parents won't want to miss... Continue reading
Posted Mar 6, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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I agree. And adults will get even more out of it! You know me, I so believe in the importance of turning the pages of real children's books, instead of relying on eReaders. Our children will have plenty of time for those!
Commented Mar 6, 2012 on Open 2 Books: Turn Those Pages at Moms Inspire Learning
Open 2 Books: Turn Those Pages
I was at my local library looking for Shel Silverstein's The Giving Tree for a presentation I have to give next week, when I stumbled upon Lane Smith's It's a Book . Finally, I thought, I get to see it! I remember there being a lot of hoopla about it when it first came out, but since I don't u...
Open 2 Books: Turn Those Pages
I was at my local library looking for Shel Silverstein's The Giving Tree for a presentation I have to give next week, when I stumbled upon Lane Smith's It's a Book . Finally, I thought, I get to see it!... Continue reading
Posted Feb 29, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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More than chocolate?! Wow. That says a lot. Thanks, Susan!
Commented Feb 17, 2012 on Open 2 Books: Mirrors Open Windows at Moms Inspire Learning
Open 2 Books: Mirrors Open Windows
Thank you for your patience while I'm transitioning to a new site design and format. The process is taking longer than I expected. I really can't put a time frame on it at this point. In the meantime, I'd like to expand upon the theme of embracing uniqueness, and the ability to see beyond the ...
Open 2 Books: Mirrors Open Windows
Thank you for your patience while I'm transitioning to a new site design and format. The process is taking longer than I expected. I really can't put a time frame on it at this point. In the meantime, I'd like... Continue reading
Posted Feb 14, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Can a strength and a weakness be the same thing?
In my case, yes. If you've been reading this blog for a while, you've probably spotted what "it" is. I love to read and seek out high quality resources! The online library catalog is my playground, while the internet is... Continue reading
Posted Jan 25, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Thank you so much for the kind words!
Commented Jan 25, 2012 on When Children Think They Don't Like to Read, Part 5 at Moms Inspire Learning
When Children Think They Don't Like to Read, Part 5
Bridging the Genres of Children's Literature © Dawn Riccardi Morris I'd like to refine my vision of the two islands I mentioned the other day. One was for children who like to read, and the other was for children who think they don't. So, let me just ask: which island do you think the st...
You're so welcome, Rick! And thank YOU for such positive feedback. It means a lot, coming from the genius guru himself!
Commented Jan 20, 2012 on Do We Need to Redefine Self-Esteem? at Moms Inspire Learning
Do We Need to Redefine Self-Esteem?
"Self-esteem, as defined by our culture, is a myth." ~Terry Diebold, Marriage and Family Therapist, Presbyterian Minister, speaker, and author of The Myth of Self Esteem - 50 Ways to Stop Sabotaging Yourself That's a pretty bold statement in this self-esteem obsessed world of ours, isn't it? ...
Do We Need to Redefine Self-Esteem?
"Self-esteem, as defined by our culture, is a myth." ~Terry Diebold, Marriage and Family Therapist, Presbyterian Minister, speaker, and author of The Myth of Self Esteem - 50 Ways to Stop Sabotaging Yourself That's a pretty bold statement in this... Continue reading
Posted Jan 17, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Adding a Splash of Color to the Learning Process
I don't accept review requests very often; but when Barbara Esham asked me to review 4 picture books in The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series, I didn't have to think twice. They're right up my alley, and a much needed... Continue reading
Posted Jan 10, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Strengths and Weaknesses: We all have them!
So, why do so many of us examine our weaknesses through a magnifying glass? It would make sense that such a tendency would relate to events or conversations that happened when we were children. Like everyone else, I have my... Continue reading
Posted Jan 9, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Well said, Rick. I would certainly love to see these words used more in schools (if I were a high school teacher, they could be used for an entire lesson, unit, or even the overall classroom theme). The next best thing would be parents using them as a guiding philosophy at home.
I see so many people trying to be something or someone that they're not, whether it's on the outside or the inside.
Thanks for commenting!
Commented Jan 9, 2012 on A Quote to Start the Year at Moms Inspire Learning
A Quote to Start the Year
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson What will these words mean for you in 2012? Happy New Year!
A Quote to Start the Year
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson What will these words mean for you in 2012? Happy New Year! Continue reading
Posted Jan 6, 2012 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Thank you for adding your two cents! Happy New Year.
Commented Jan 4, 2012 on Monday Photo Fun: The Nature of Ithaca, Part 2 at Moms Inspire Learning
Monday Photo Fun: The Nature of Ithaca, Part 2
One of the highlights of our trip was visiting the farmer's markets. There is a dedicated outdoor space for a very large one on the weekends, and a smaller one on a residential street during the week. It's a foodie's delight for sure. There's nothing like fresh, organic fruit and vegetables, and...
Thinking Outside the Box this Holiday Season, Part 2
You've probably been running around trying to finish your holiday shopping the past few weeks. I'm not even done yet! It seems to get harder every year, knowing what the perfect gift is for each person. And yet, we give... Continue reading
Posted Dec 22, 2011 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Thinking Outside the Box this Holiday Season
"Give away that which you most wish to receive." ~quoted from The Leader Who Had No Title: A Modern Fable on Real Success in Business and in Life , by Robin Sharma Please take a moment to think about what... Continue reading
Posted Dec 21, 2011 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Thank you so much for the kind words! I wish you wonderful holidays and a joyous new year.
Commented Dec 20, 2011 on From my Son to Yours: Books that Pull Teens In at Moms Inspire Learning
From my Son to Yours: Books that Pull Teens In
My 13 year old goes through cycles. Sometimes he barely reads at all, and sometimes he can't put a book down. Since he started middle school, so many things are now competing for his time and attention. And let's face it, books aren't exactly what boys talk about at the lunch table. Well, I've l...
Thank you so much for the kind words, Art!
What a wonderful post you shared. I also read the one which encourages parents to read nonfiction as a way of preparing for the SATs. I am a big believer in the power of reading. Children who do so regularly will naturally do well on standardized reading tests, whether they read fiction OR nonfiction.
Great literature exposes children to a natural flow of words and sophisticated vocabulary that they just don't get through everyday conversations.
Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and resources. Enjoy the holidays!
Commented Dec 8, 2011 on From my Son to Yours: Books that Pull Teens In at Moms Inspire Learning
From my Son to Yours: Books that Pull Teens In
My 13 year old goes through cycles. Sometimes he barely reads at all, and sometimes he can't put a book down. Since he started middle school, so many things are now competing for his time and attention. And let's face it, books aren't exactly what boys talk about at the lunch table. Well, I've l...
From my Son to Yours: Books that Pull Teens In
My 13 year old goes through cycles. Sometimes he barely reads at all, and sometimes he can't put a book down. Since he started middle school, so many things are now competing for his time and attention. And let's face... Continue reading
Posted Dec 7, 2011 at Moms Inspire Learning
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A Very Cranberry Thanksgiving to You!
Posted Nov 23, 2011 at Moms Inspire Learning
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Well, hello there! You raised an important point. I am going in that direction, however my readers have not been too responsive to my relatively recent focus on food and farming. I am shifting gears gradually, and I'm not yet sure if I'll just rewrite my tagline or start a whole new blog yet. So, please bear with me! I'm so glad you stopped by and took time to leave a comment. Thanks.
I took a look at your site, and it's so nice to meet you all! I may live in NY, but I certainly feel a strong connection to the entire California organic movement. Thanks for doing all that you do. I see you have some wonderful recipes, as well as food related resources for people living in CA.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Commented Nov 18, 2011 on Open 2 Books: Turnips for Thanksgiving! at Moms Inspire Learning
Open 2 Books: Turnips for Thanksgiving!
Freshly picked, organic kohlrabi and turnip. Delicious! For as long as I can remember, I've always eaten turnips on Thanksgiving. My grandmother started the tradition, and surprisingly, my mother has not continued it. I have. For me, not having turnips on Thanksgiving would be like not having ...
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