A Flashlight Press Review, Three Children’s Books

Posted On: 08.30.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

First, let me say…I love what I do! Besides selling Avon, spending time in my makeup room, AKA “makeup studio,” and filming beauty videos; I love waking up every morning to see if I have any new review opportunities for my grandparent blog. <3 I am loving life! I also do beauty reviews.

Let’s get to this review for some charming children’s books! ~~~ It’s always a pleasure working with Allison Rosenblum ~ Editorial Assistant of Flashlight Press. www.flashlightpress.com

HOW I MET MY MONSTER

Written By: Amanda Noll and Illustrated By: Howard McWilliam

This delightful book is big, bold, and beautifully illustrated by Howard McWilliam.
The actual size of the book is a generous 10 1/2 By 10 1/2. The graphical title (on the book) is of raised lettering and, is characterized as vivid, colorful, and lifelike. <3

It all started when Ethan peeped under his bed for a toy truck, only to discover a note reading…”Monsters! Meet Here For Final Test!”

Well, Ethan is thinking his folks are attempting to fool him into remaining under the spreads, then he spied five enormous eyes gazing back at him from under his bed.

As it turned out, that monster meeting was a competition to find out which little, quirky beast could be Ethan’s favorite.

As each little monster performs for this little boy’s attention, Ethan is found somewhat amused with just a touch of horrified; as he is not really all that frightened. <3

With its proportion of snickers and shudders, this silly, spooky prequel to the honor winning I Need My Monster and Hey, That’s MY Monster! will keep little ones engaged.

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ARE YOU MY MONSTER?

Written By: Amanda Noll and Illustrated By: Howard McWilliam

At first, I certainly thought that “How I Met My Monster” was my favorite. However, after reading through “Are You My Monster?” I found it to be just as entertaining and colorful. The art is phenomenal! Howard McWilliam did an excellent job with making these adorable little creatures come to life. <3

This book is spot on for babies and very young children. It is very well built and put together, just as a board book should be.

These little monster friends are quite comical, and they also, have their own quirky personalities. Charming storyline as Ethan eagerly studies to find the exact match to his stuffed, fury friend. This little boy needs some shut eye. Ethan simply can’t fall asleep without finding his true monster. Truly a light-hearted, delightful book that any young child would love!

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I LOVE MY DRAGON

Written By: Jodi Moore and Illustrated By: Howard McWilliam

This book is adorable and perfect for babies and toddlers. It was inspired by The Exclusive “When a Dragon Moves In.” “I Love My Dragon” is another beautiful and brilliant board book. I LOVE the colors of the pages and the characters! Excellent presentation and a lovable, feel-good story just right for tucking those angel babies in for the night.

*Yawn….Night, Night!! <3 <3

You can visit Flash Light Press on their Facebook Page Here. You can browse these books above as well as others Here.

You can also visit their blog Here.

Thank you so much for reading!! =)

Tammy

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A Grandmother’s Motivations

Posted On: 08.26.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

A grandma is warm hugs and sweet memories. She remembers all of your accomplishments and forgets all of your mistakes. By: Barbara Cage ~ Via: wow4u.com/

 

 

 

Motivation doesn’t come easy all the time, does it? However, it does come easier for some more than others. Well, for this grandma, I have various things that keep me motivated on most days.

 

I’ve often heard that Motivation is a State of Mind. Maybe so…?

 

But, let me tell you; my grandchildren are big inspirations for me!

 

They keep me focused and grounded on what’s important in life. They are a constant with me…in my thoughts and plans daily! <3 <3

 

There are off-days in my life; that’s a given, and very normal. On those days, I have a handy, clever app on my iPhone that I’m grateful for. 😉

I’ve been wanting to share it with ya’ll! I share quotes from it all the time on Facebook and Twitter.

Below are a few screen shots that I love! <3

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What I’m sharing with you here is not an affiliate link of any kind. This app is:

* Motivation Quotes ~~ Daily Quote App

* Only available on the App Store for iOS devices

* Health and Fitness Category

* Is Absolutely Free

* You can get it Here

I’m going to be on the search for more nice apps like this one. Actually, You can find more of those Here…By a good friend of mine, Joel Comm <3

Thank you so much for reading! Please stay motivated!! Love to all!

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Dick Punnett’s Talk-Along Books – The Review

Posted On: 07.24.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

Hopefully, you’ve read the original blog post about Dick Punnett’s Talk Along Books and his website. Since then, I filmed and uploaded a video for this review…(see below) 😉

I wanted to start out by saying, the quality of these delightful books is exceptional. The graphics are undeniably eye-catching witch keeps your child or grandchild efficiently entertained with encouraged interaction.

These educational stories are interactive and require participation from your little ones. They are perfect for teaching your children and grandchildren various concepts such as colors, counting, pets and active words, to name a few. All (5) books that I received for this review are truly adorable! YOU will for sure love them, as they will be a nice addition to your home library and family. <3

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The Talk Along Book Series Were Written for Participation and Enjoyment

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The Books Are As Follows...

Name Lizzy's Colors ~~ About a lizard unsure of her surrounding environment. Your child is supposed to keep Lizzy from danger by guessing the rhyming answers that tell her to change colors. This one is my favorite! =)

Count The Possums ~~ About a mommy possum who loses her little ones in a hurricane. The mommy possum is unable to count, so your child is supposed to help count in her stead until her babies are all found.




Help Dress Priscilla ~~ About helping a mommy gorilla get away from her captor who wants to take her to a zoo. Your child is supposed to tell Priscilla how to dress to disguise herself so she can get back to her jungle and babies. <3

Help Jumbo Escape ~~ About a baby elephant who is separated from his mommy. Your child is supposed to tell Jumbo how to do things through various adventures with the rhyming answers so he can get back to safety with his mommy.

Name Patty’s Pets ~~ Funny story in which your child needs to help Patty find out what kind of pet she has found with using the rhyming answers.

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Dick Punnett’s books are offered as both paperbacks and Kindle e-books on Amazon

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All books were well written by author Dick Punnett. He has a clever talent in how to keep children interested in the story and fully entertained. Dick has published (15) books in all. This book collection, (The Talk Along Series) were his best sellers.

You can find out more about Dick Punnett and his books by visiting his website at: http://www.dickpunnettsbooks.com

The Video Review…

Thank you for reading! <3

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This Grandma is Loving Her Vitamin C!

Posted On: 07.22.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments
Avon Vitamin C For a Flawless Face

Just a short blog post on how this grandma is loving her Vitamin C…Well…
Recently, I’ve gotten many compliments on how flawless my skin looks! Well, the secret is out. In truth, it’s the Avon Vitamin C Serum I’ve been using. 😉

This has been my favorite (go to) beauty product (NOW Going on) 2 months! 🙂

I’ve tried Avon Vitamin C in the past when I first started selling Avon, and I really didn’t give it a fair shot. I used it a couple of times and it got shoved back with a few other products that I was just not into at the moment.

 

Hmmm, little did I know that I was truly missing out on some fabulous, glowing skin all those months back when I first signed up with Avon.

Until Now…

I honestly cannot believe how little makeup I have to use to get the look I’ve been looking for, (for quite awhile now). The Vitamin C is basically all the skin care I’ve been using except my cleanser and night cream.

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The videos I’ve been filming do not lie. I don’t use filters when I’m filming. The tablet I use to do my vidoes has (1) preference setting. Beauty ON…Beauty OFF. I can’t tell the difference; as I’ve filmed with it off many times. If you look at all the ones where I show my face (before) I do my makeup, that will tell you.

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I Will Be Using Anew Vitamin C Brightening Serum for, (let’s just say) AWHILE! lol 😉

From The Avon Site…

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In just 2 weeks, skin looks brighter and clearer, AND more even-toned

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Shop For Your Personalized Holiday Cards Early ~~ Christmas In July Event

Posted On: 07.18.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

Shopping online has certainly become quite trendy over the years, especially for Christmas gifts, decor, ornaments, and online Christmas cards. It’s so much easier to do your shopping online versus spending your time and energy fighting those holiday crowds.

Speaking of crowds, if you shop online and ahead of time, you won’t have to deal with them at all. Also, you will be able to shop in a much calmer fashion while browsing gifts for that special grandchild , mom, aunt, or sister.

In addition, if you are a grandparent that cares for her grandchildren on a daily basis, it may make better sense to do your shopping online. You would certainly have more time to devote to your grand blessings with less distractions. <3

Summer is the time of year that the big stores host their July super sales. So it’s essentially a win-win for the holiday shopper enthusiast to start early. Did you know that July started supporting the fact that Christmas is throughout the summer months for the southern hemisphere? That is the reason why we celebrate “Christmas in July” in the first place. So, let’s bring on the sales, coupon codes, fundraisers, and various other events. 🙂

I have done the work for you and, have found the perfect site to shop for cards and all your holiday stationery needs! As I browse the website, BasicInvite.com, I not only see online Christmas cards, I see a nice, crisp, clean web page.

When I do reviews, for websites, I usually look for contact information first. I certainly like what I see on this one. The phone and fax numbers are clearly shown, along with the address, and social network links. That’s something you don’t easily see (upfront) on a company website! 😉

I’m excited to share with you the various features of Basic Invite’s Site and Stationery! So sit tight, you don’t want to miss the supportive details; as they have MUCH more than Personalized Holiday Cards!”

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Basic Invite has an email/contact form on the site as well as a chat link.

Click on the chat link, and a window pops up…very easy to chat with support! 😉

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I’ve even clicked around and played a little on the site, and found out that it’s quite simple to use in regards to designing stationery. Yes, you get to design your own here at Basic Invite!

BasicInvite.com is one of the few websites that allows customers almost unlimited color options with instant previews online. Once you select a design you can change the color of each element on the card to over 180 different color options so you can make sure the card is exactly how YOU want it down to the smallest detail, BEFORE you order.

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I can see why the site is referred to, Truly Custom Invitations

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You get your share of Freebies! That’s right; you will get “Free Envelopes” (standard white envelopes) with the following card types: Invitations, Announcements, Response Cards, Save the date Cards and Magnets, Shower Cards, Holiday Cards, and Thank You Cards.

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Isn’t it fun discovering sweet freebies in a Christmas In July event??

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Something I personally haven’t seen with various stationery companies is the wide array of colors in envelopes. 🙂 Over (30) different colors, I might add. ~~ With Basic Invite, You can make your invitations stand out even before their opened!!

Basic Invite also offers Free Wedding Websites. Their mobile-friendly websites make sharing all of the details of your wedding a breeze.

* You can choose from 100+ different font choices
* You can choose from over 160 color options per design element
* You can choose from over two hundred professionally designed templates as a starting point

Below are (3) of their Wedding Stickers

Basic Invite Basic Invite Basic Invite

To Top Off This Christmas In July event, you can also “Try Before You Buy” with Basic Invite! You can order Custom Samples. They are one of the (few) websites that allows their customers to order a printed sample of their invitations/cards so they can see how they print as well as their attractive quality.

That’s such a nice feature to enjoy before you actually place your final order! =)

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Just a Few More So You Can Actually See The Beautiful Quality

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If that’s not enough to knock your socks off, Basic Invite also offers exquisite business Christmas cards.

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Currently offering 15% off with Coupon Code: 15FF51

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You can visit Basic Invite on their social networks on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.

Copyright © 2019 ~~ Grandma’s Home Blogger Place ~~ Basic Invite ~~ All Rights Reserved

Thank you for reading!! <3 <3 <3

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Much Needed Time To Recharge And Spend Quality Time With Family

Posted On: 07.17.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

Via:
lovethispic

I’ve been saving up one coin at a time for about eight months now.
So, why have I been saving??…

A (very nice) vacation. Hmmm, not quite sure on the “very nice” part though! However, we’ll see about that!

A lot of you are aware I went on a vacation/reunion for the past six days. 😉

Well, I was corrected on the (vacation) part of the above description.

This WAS NOT a vacation…just a family (cousin) reunion. lol

Although, mine was definitely a vacation, getaway for me! YEAH! 🙂 Furthermore, It was totally what the doctor ordered.

Via https://www.goodmorningquote.com/

Just a few word-phrases that quickly remind me, YES! It was an excellent getaway! AKA a Cousin Family Reunion <3

1) I’m extensively exhausted.
2) I’m bloated.
3) I’m somewhat broke.
4) Piles of laundry to get done.
5) I’ve yet to (totally) un-pack.
6) I’ve yet to get FULLY committed again on my weight loss journey…tomorrow people! lol 😉
7) My purse is over-loaded with “stuff.”
8) Some of my flowers are wilted.
9) I’ve got the BLAH blues.
10 Muscles are starting to jiggle.
11) My fur baby seems distant
12) I’m going through emails like nobody’s business! lol
13) My phone is overloaded with pictures.
14) Avoiding the scales for a week.
15) I need a nap RIGHT NOW!

Do any of these sound familiar to you!?? lol

What is Family…

Family is considered “Blood relatives living in a caring unit.” However, there are many types of families in modern living. If you look in the dictionary, you’ll find many original definitions.

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* A group consisting of parents and children living together in a household
* All the descendants of a common ancestor
* The basic unit in society traditionally consisting of two parents rearing their children
* A group of individuals living under one roof and usually under one head: Household
* A group of people who are related to each other
* A group of related people including people who lived in the past
* A group of usually related individuals who live together under common household authority and especially who have reciprocal duties to each other

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Main Categories of Family

* Traditional

I classify this as the “normal’ family unit. You know…like the Archie Bunker type on television. lol
Though less common in today’s society; The traditional family type is Dad working to support the other members while Mom stays at home tending to the children and the home.

* Step

A group of people formed in a caring union through divorce and remarriage, consisting of children coming from separate parents.

* Foster ~~ From http://www.adopt.org/

What the foster care system is: a temporary arrangement in which adults provide for the care of a child or children whose birthparent is unable to care for them. Foster care is not where juvenile delinquents go. It is where children go when their parents cannot, for a variety of reasons, care for them.

* Adopted ~~ From https://www.scoe.org/files/ccpc-family-structures.pdf

A family where one or more of the children has been adopted. Any structure may also be an adoptive family.
Sometimes children (as well as adults) use the term” real parents” instead of “birth parents.” Be clear that the adoptive parents are the real parents because they are raising the child. Intervene if other children tease an adopted child with comments…such as “That isn’t your real mommy.” Do not automatically assume that any problems a child may be having are due to adoption.
This type of family shares legal bonds but not genetic ones. Two parents may adopt a child to whom they share no blood relationship, or one parent may adopt the child of the other parent. Adopted families can also be defined in an emotional or spiritual sense where no formal legal bonds are present.

* Pets

I have a special fur baby! My kitty, AKA Whinnie is definitely considered my family. <3 <3 <3

We’ve all heard of “Adopt a Pet.” Many people may adopt a special animal when having children is not a possibility, although many people adopt pets into a large living unit consisting of many children.
Pets are considered family members when they are loved and cared for. They are mourned just as much as children are when they pass.

My Version – What is Family

It’s not infinitely about blood relatives, let’s get that out there upfront..Number one! 😉

Family is anyone who supports, (emotionally and financially) one another in a group of people living together.

It could be grandparents permanently taking over the care of their grandchildren; it could be a gay couple adopting children; it could be a single parent loving and supporting their kids.

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It’s about being a good “quiet strength,” and truly listening WITHOUT judgment! And, all the while, giving advice (when it’s asked for). It’s about supporting and raising your children the very best you know how while lending a big shoulder to cry on.

It’s also about being there for a family member, (through anything) child, aunt, grandmother, cousin, spouse, etc. for comfort, financial support, emotional support, building self-esteem, sharing compassion, and expressing love and kindness.

Viahttps://www.goodmorningquote.com/

I came home from this reunion feeling a little tired; however, feeling awesome, recharged, and ready to apply myself through my goals and my everyday living. I’m ready to tackle whatever comes my way. <3

Thank you for reading! 😊

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Dick Punnett’s Talk-Along Book Series – Cherished By Children and Grandchildren

Posted On: 07.9.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

Teaching and entertaining children and grandchildren has continually been considered one of my preferred topics to write. Today I wanted to share with you some charming books that are sure to both educate and delight the youth of preschool to 7 years of age.

I’ll be honest; I was (briefly) confused when I found out that the books I wanted to discuss here were titled “The Talk-Along Book Series.” However, after receiving them and reading the full book, Name Lizzy’s Colors I completely understood. 😉

This book is so beautifully illustrated by Tom Dunnington, with brightly colored pages that ANY child, or grandchild would sure to be thoroughly entertained with every turning page. Also, Name Lizzy’s Colors was cleverly written and mastered with teaching in mind. Author Dick Punnett, has a special gift that encourages participation with three little dots that lead to rhyming answers on the next page; thus, came the name, “The Talk-Along Series.” Quite proficient with keeping little ones (drawn in) and enthused with the story.

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The Talk-Along Book Series was originally published (in hard cover) in 1982 and consisted of five books; including the one mentioned above about a lizard misplaced to her environment and open to risk. The young children reading are asked to participate and supply a rhyming word to help keep Lizzy safe. Beautiful tale! <3

Dick has also written two other series of books which include, The Double Rhyme Book Series, and The Keepsake Coloring Story Books. However, The Talk-Along Series was the first reciprocal books recommended to schools. They were also best sellers due to the fact they were so academic with teaching things like vocabulary development, counting, adding, and colors, etc.

Dick Punnett's clever creativity and focus with this particular series was to make learning incredibly fun.

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These adorable books are loved by Moms, Grandmothers, and teachers just as much as they are cherished by the kids. They make excellent gifts and are reasonably priced!

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Directly From The Book… So Cute!!!! <3

I want you to know before we start,
Our story has a speaking part.
When you see the dots…
Try guessing the word.
That is the time for YOU to be heard.

I was absolutely thrilled to be asked to write about such an impressive collection of books. Those are books that I’m quite certain will charm the socks off my two grandchildren for sure! Excited to offer the books to them. <3 <3

What truly impressed me was how the author himself, fully illustrated The Keepsake Coloring Book Series with his own drawings of pen and ink. Those paperbacks are particularly expressive and personally made for children as (just as the name says) keepsakes.

Dick Punnett was well known in the schools and gaining popularity now with the general public from all 15 books that he’s authored. Coming from upstate New York, he completed his studies at the Art Center School and Chouinard Art Institute and flourished into a writer/cartoonist for a Hollywood Animation Studio. It just goes to show that any books authored by him are sure to be favored by the kiddos. Dick resides in Ormond Beach, Florida.

You can find out more about Dick and his books on his website... http://www.dickpunnettsbooks.com/

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Punnett’s books are offered as both paperbacks and Kindle e-books on Amazon 

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Full book review to follow, (on a later date), including a video review.

Books Received For The Review Are As Follows:

Name Lizzy’s Colors

Help Jumbo Escape
Count The Possums
Help Dress Priscilla
Name Patty’s Pets

All Books Are Sure To Please!…Just so you know. =)

Thank you for reading!! <3

Copyright © – 2019 – Grandma’s Home Blogger Place ~~ Dick Punnett ~~ All Rights Reserved

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Pterodactyl Show and Tell Book Review

Posted On: 02.26.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments


The Pterodactyl Show and Tell book has become a huge hit among grandmothers and mothers out there since its publication in October 2018. <3

 

What would be your first reaction if you found out that your grandchild/child brought a pterodactyl to school?? Even if it was for show and tell! lol

Keep that in mind as I carefully calculate some interesting facts while doing this review

The pterodactyl is simply a flying dinosaur, (aka) a flying reptile. Its proper name is pterosaurs, and something you’d see out of Jurassic Park! lol

Also, the pterodactylus originated back in 1784. The historian; Cosimo Alessandro Collini was the first to investigate the above Fossil/Pterodactyl.

I was delighted to get the invite from Allison Rosenblum (Editorial Assistant) to review this
adorable tale .

The meat of the review:


Pterodactyl Show and Tell was written with charming imagination for a child’s fantasy in mind, and fabricated with fun rhyming words. What Grandma wouldn’t LOVE to read this to her grandchildren!? Excellent read with a collection of fun, colorful illustrations!?

A third-grade school boy decides to bring a pet to school for show and tell. What the boy didn’t anticipate happening was that this pterodactyl would impart disarrayed turmoil with the entire class and teacher.

This flying dinosaur engaged in trying to eat a few students, deleted some needed information off of a computer, and succeeded in frightening the teacher so much that she hid from behind her desk.

So, as you might have envisioned, the events from that day resulted in fleeing classmates; so much that the little boy observed that most of his third-grade class has all but disappeared; then he finds that he was promoted to fourth grade! 🙂

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I will also, enjoy reading it to my grandchildren!! TWO THUMBS up for me!!!

Author: Thad Krasnesky is a writer of children’s books. He resides in Lansing, KS. This is his third picture book.

Illustration: Tanya Leonello has an MFA in medical and biological illustration. She has the needed inspiration to create art for children’s picture books. Tanya lives in Dexter, MI.

PUBLISHED BY FLASH LIGHT PRESS ~~ 10/2018

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Becoming Jesse – Celebrating The Everyday Magic Of Childhood Review

Posted On: 02.13.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

Becoming Jesse As you know, I’m always delighted to have a fan of my blog get in touch with me about a review. This time, it was a (book review) about childhood, magic and grandmothers. Tom McCandless; (the author’s spouse), was kind enough to email me and invite me to do the review. At the end of his emails was a very small phrase that read, “Light On” that had me guessing <3

I’ll tell you about the author of this wonderful novel in just a bit. In the meantime, keep the phrase I told you about (above) in your mind as I begin to tell you about Becoming Jesse. 😉

I was so excited when I finally had the package and opened it. I love doing book reviews. Although, this was (sort of) a long book. (317 pages to be exact). I let myself go into a little bit of an overwhelm mode of how I was going to have the time to actually read it. Well, let me tell you that after I dove into it, I MADE TIME to read because I literally could not put it down. LOL

 

Becoming Jesse Was That Good!!

 

We've become a plugged world with our eyes and ears glued to our iPhones, tablets, or what have we; (me included). Why not take a refreshing day from it all and indulge in this delightful gem of a book?!

 

Patsie McCandless

Celebrating The Everyday Magic Of Childhood ~~ Becoming Jesse, was fictionally set in New York City in the 1950s. This charming story borders on five main characters; a six-year-old, orphaned, shiner boy named Jesse, his grandmother Dearie, Billy, Conor, and Jessica.

Early on, determined Jesse set out on a journey of questions. A journey with turns, and sometimes, disappointment. Charm, warmth, Light, thrill-digging imagination, love, kindness and hope takes place as this little boy embraces the unknown.

Becoming Jesse

Jesse follows his grandmother’s life lessons and (Rule Of Tongue) with a loving attitude as the story unfolds. Through sparklers, circles and spirals, mourning, and the spirit of Christmas; and (with) the help of Dearie, he surprises himself with a wonderful, childhood magic and a message-filled guiding light for him AND for everyone around him.

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This book of fiction is not ONLY for grandmothers; but for everyone that reads it. It is a true stepping stone on how to go about life positively and to deal with today’s hardships. All through a 6-year-old boy.
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Not long after production, Becoming Jesse was found on the best seller list and currently has a five-star rating on Amazon.

 

Becoming Jesse

About The Author: Patsie McCandless successfully wrote and self-published a beautiful, fictional storybook/novel at the age of 70. Patsie is also an award-winning artist and musical composer. In the media, she is featured in TEDx Talk, Saving The Magic of Childhood that focuses on cell phone addiction in children and provides tips on rising above it. Patsie McCandless has also been featured on Positive Talk Radio — Healthy Life.net. (where positive people and radio unite); among other media.

You can find Patsie’s exquisite art on her YouTube Channel and subscribe HERE

You can also find out more about Patsie HERE

Quoted Content From The Book

A snow fall, much like your life, is made up of billions upon billions of glitters

Love and hope often take pleasure in each other

Mad unplugs your energy, your light

Humor and Fun lift the corners of your mouth as they lift the corners of your heart

A bend in a road is never the end of the road, unless you don’t make the turn

You will surely come to know what the above (5) sentences mean if you read the book. <3

 

A Thanksgiving Reading From Patsie

I’ll leave you with one final thought today…

Before You Speak, Let Your Words Pass Through Three Remarkable Gates:

Is it kind? ~~ Is it true? ~~ Is it necessary? (K-T-N)

 

Thank you for reading! =)

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You’ve Still Got It: A Grandparents Dating Guide

Posted On: 02.6.2019 By: Tammy | No Comments

Dating, at any age, whether you are widowed or a grandma, is a big deal. You are finally ready to go on a few dates and give love another chance. The following guide is meant to help you get ready for those dates you are thinking of going on.

Jitters Cannot be Outgrown

One thing you might want to keep in mind is that dates are nerve-wrecking, and that is okay. You are not alone because most people feel on edge when they are on a date. This means you should do your best to stay present, even if you are nervous, Try to pay attention to answers so that you can answer accordingly. Knowing that this is natural should help keep you humble because many people of a certain age think they are above these feelings.

Know What You Want

This is no time to beat around the bush. You know what you want, and it is okay to make those truths known. Be honest about the kind of relationships you are looking for or any other little detail you think is important. This makes it easier for you to stick with a particular love interest or move on to the next person. It might sound harsh, but maturity is served in a glass of bitter honesty.

Personal Grooming

As much as you should work on being honest and ready to conquer the jitters, you should also worry about your personal hygiene. You probably say the same thing to your grandchildren. Much of the success of your first date rests upon the first impression you make, and your personal hygiene plays a role in that. It may sound simple, but remember the ritual of getting ready for a date.

This is not just about them finding you attractive, but you finding the confidence in yourself to be desired. Do your hair, take a shower and make sure your clothes are wrinkle free.

Oral Care

A smile is often your biggest asset. A genuine laugh can be the first spark of romance felt. =) Some people feel self conscious about their breath or teeth so they avoid smiling and laughing. That is not only sad, but can get in the way of genuine relationships. Remember to brush your teeth, and take care of your oral hygiene. We tell grandchildren to get braces both for cosmetic reasons and for oral and jaw health. Adults forget that implants can help your jawbone and boost your confidence. So, be sure to visit a cosmetic dentist if you need your teeth whitened or if you need some other work done.

Get Digitally Acquainted

There is no way around it, much of the dating world has moved from the real world into the digital world. It is okay to be a little apprehensive towards the idea of meeting potential love interest online, but many people are really connecting online. This isn’t about new VS old fashioned ways to meet people. Online dating can be great because you don’t go on a first date as a blank canvas. Instead of feeling like you’re in a job interview you can chat about the shared interest you already know you have. There are sites for Christian singles, for farmers, and everything in between.

Asking a loving grandchild to help you navigate online dating will be a bonding experience for the both of you. Do your best to learn how to do this effectively because it opens you up to all the opportunities out there.

Lean on Faith and Family

Dating as a grandparent usually means you’re healing from heartache. Whether its divorce or widowing it is never easy to make yourself vulnerable again. Dating is always uncomfortable and uneasy at first. Remember, it’s not hard because you’re not a catch. It’s hard because that comes with dating. Remember, if you choose to open yourself to love again you’re not being disrespectful to your loved one that has passed on or to your family. You are worthy of love. If your grandchildren and children are going through an emotional hard time you’d want them to turn to you for support.

Make sure you lean on them and bond over this experience. Those who love you will want you to be happy and share this beautiful life with someone. <3 Hopefully, some of these tips help you get into this world as seemingly as possible. Sure, you are probably going to make a few missteps from time to time, but that is dating. That part has not changed at all. Whether you’re looking for forever, or till time do you apart on earth, you are worthy of love and companionship.

Kara Masterson is a freelance writer from West Jordan, Utah. She graduated from the University of Utah and enjoys writing and spending time with her dog, Max

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