Self-Care for Moms

I just wrapped up a fun project with author Chrissy Whitten: a guided reflection journal to accompany her first book, The Fight. Chrissy and I collaborated on editing, formatting, and publishing. This was our fourth project together, but it was the first of its kind for both of us—a workbook.

Drawing from each chapter in The Fight, this companion journal is filled with reflective prompts and creative activities on topics like loss, relationships, stress, and emotional well-being. This set is perfect for moms or women who have experienced loss or other challenges.

In honor of moms, get 20% off through May 25! DM Chrissy for that deal. The books are also available on Amazon.

Microsoft Word: Ten Tips and Tricks

Before I began editing and formatting books, I was unaware of some really cool features in Microsoft Word. Do you know how to automatically create a table of contents or quickly insert horizontal lines? In this blog post, I break it down and even demonstrate some tips on YouTube. Bookmark it for your next paper or project.

Little Lives Matter

In a previous post, I wrote about why I love Brave Books for kids and reviewed Elephants Are Not Birds. Their stories teach kids how to be strong and discerning when confronted by questionable culture.

Of the ten books in Saga One, Little Lives Matter (book two) is my favorite. It's a precious story about the sanctity of life, perfect for Mother Bears and their cubs.

Olivetti

Are you old enough to remember life before smartphones and personal computers? Have you used a typewriter?

In this post, I reminisce about my mom's typewriter and review Olivetti, a mystery about a boy, his mom, and her typewriter.

It's a meaningful, imaginative middle-grade book, especially for tweens and moms. No spoilers.

A Beautiful Bookstore

Kevin and I recently traveled to Argentina. It was my first time in South America. We visited three beautiful areas—Iguazu National Park, Buenos Aires, and Bariloche in the Patagonia region.

In preparation for the trip, I read about a beautiful bookstore called the Ateneo Grand Splendid in Buenos Aires. It's in a converted antique theater. National Geographic dubs it "the world's most beautiful bookstore."

Thankfully, it was within walking distance of our hotel, so we got to see it! I'll post more pictures on Instagram.