This morning as I ate my avocado toast, I wondered if there was any folklore around the avocado. After reading a few versions online of a very interesting story, I’ve decided to retell my version of it to you here. yum First there are some things you should know. What is a tapir? Tapirs are…
The first day of November brings us our first book inspired holiday. Sunday was Author’s Day. This holiday was created with the intention to bring awareness to American authors in the early 1900s by Nellie Verne Burt McPherson. Nellie was the president of the Bement, Illinois Women’s Club, teacher, and an avid reader throughout her…
Here’s another random holiday for you. August 6 is “wiggle your toes day.” I like this one. think of all the possibilities. Here’s a list of how I like to wiggle my toes. In my shoes when no one else knows. On a beach...although it takes some effort to get all that sand off. On…
I confess, I love random holidays, and when I saw that tomorrow is International Fairy Day, I thought, How cool! So word on the interwebs claim this holiday was created by artist Jessica Galbreth from Waterville, Ohio. She used to do beautiful gothic fairy art but switched to angel art in recent years. I love…
Just a couple of my many copies of this beloved American fairy tale. Happy birthday Wizard of Oz! The book was published 120 years ago today. Author L. Frank Baum’s birthday was on the 15th. Can you imagine what a birthday gift that was?! L. Frank Baum My love for Oz came when I was…
National Apple Pie Day is tomorrow! Okay, I have a weird tradition with apple pie. Maybe it’s a Midwest thing but I love putting sharp cheddar cheese on it! Something about the sweet and saltiness and the gooey sticky bites. Yeah, you want some now, too, don’t you? Mmm... This got me thinking. Why were…
Is it okay to have chocolate truffles for breakfast? It is on National Truffle day! Chocolate truffles pair best with tea, coffee, or wine. I know, you’re thinking, “Annette, I’m so glad I don’t have to celebrate rare, expensive fungi that grow in Southern Europe.” Guess what? We celebrate both today because that’s where chocolate…
It turns out that children's books are written by some, not only creative, but pretty wise people. I have gathered some of my favorite quotes from a few authors. 1. Mark Twain "Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see." Huckleberry Finn by Donald McKay & Portrait of…
Imagine Me a Story 