Check out what  researchers from Harvard Medical School have to say about gratitude… First, I want to express that I’m truly grateful for my readers. The little ones who read my children’s books and you, who keep up with me here. I feel that, together, we can do...

Last week we highlighted the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi and the blessing of our pets. We asked for anyone to tell the story of their pet. Here are two of the responses we got:   Tess & Mitsie I have a pet story that definitely makes me wonder if she is a...

Last month we talked about what could be holding us back. Well, it could be lots of things. It’s probably stuff that we don’t even realize. Much of it could have occurred in our childhoods, and we were unable to release it. It’s still rattling around and blocking us....

Have you heard this quote before? ... “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented,...

Yes, I write children’s books, but I just wouldn’t be who I am without the component of my patriotism. In fact my upcoming book “Snow Angels” is narrated by two guinea pigs named Alexandra and Hamilton, who like in the Hamilton hit play remind each other to “Talk less...

A topic that most children’s books don’t tackle is setting personal boundaries of safety. This responsibility could be yours. However, it doesn’t have to be scary. We’re here to help you navigate this tricky topic and keep things positive and empowering. Every child...

This website and this blog are here to focus on inspirational things and the glory of God’s grace. Although it may not sound like it at first, today’s discussion with Philis Santello is in keeping with that. Philis Santello works with women who have suffered rape,...

Before you read this, make sure you read the previous blog about how Jackie Camacho-Ruiz is able to make her dreams manifest. It’s important to be in tune with your own ambitions and ability to be of service to others. It will help you to show the young ones in your...

We are finding so much inspiration from the women around us. It’s impossible not to share all that there is to learn from them! This month we talked to Jackie Camacho-Ruiz. You’ll know when you are in her presence. Her energy makes the whole room shine. When her...

There are endless advantages to instilling a love of reading in children. What’s the best way to do it? Let’s learn from a book lover, bookstore owner, and leader of a non-profit organization. Carolyn Carillo owns A Book Above in Elmhurst and runs a non-profit called...