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February 2023

Connect With Self

Remember That Time I Was Contributing To A Book?

I’m contributing to a book. Part of me (most of me?) wants to curl up in a ball in the corner when I think about it.  But I’m doing it.  I’m doing it because it’s the type of thing I wanted to be able to say “yes” to when I Read more…

By The Connected Reader, 4 yearsFebruary 27, 2023 ago
Connect With Self

A Season of Taking Leaps: A Bookish Solo Adventure

I’m in a season of taking leaps. At least for me, they are leaps.  All of this is sometimes painfully uncomfortable for me.  It is also wildly energizing and validating. I feel more like me than I’ve felt since before becoming a parent. There’s a safety net, so I am Read more…

By The Connected Reader, 4 yearsFebruary 21, 2023 ago
Connect with Kids

A Very Bookish Valentine’s Day

How We Celebrate A Bookish Valentine’s Day as a Family Decorations – Growing up, my mom was a big holiday decorator and it was such a joyful part of my childhood. I’ve continued this for my own kids and they love pulling out the bin of decorations to mark the Read more…

By The Connected Reader, 4 yearsFebruary 13, 2023 ago
Connect with Kids

I Fall Short As a Parent In Many Ways, But You Know What I’m Awesome At?

I’ve been thinking a lot about my parenting lately.  All the ways I fall short. All the times I yell. My lack of patience. My need for quiet time to fill my cup that never seems to get fully met. How if one more person needs me to get them Read more…

By The Connected Reader, 4 yearsFebruary 6, 2023 ago

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