Book of birds with characteristics and photos of the birds. I learned about some birds I had never heard about. I liked learning which birds were state birds as well as what were native species and which had been introduced to North America.

There were a few typos. I wish some of the photos would have been bigger. While seeing some of the birds in flight, I would have liked to see them at rest to get a better idea of what they looked like.

This is good for learning about the most common birds in North America and your back yard regardless of your age.

Southern Playboy by Jessica Peterson

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Southern Playboy is a redemption song that lures the heart into it's melody. Peterson spins a tale of hard choices and missed chances that tell the story of life. Rhett and Amelia are learning the language of love, even as they break each others hearts. From young love to adult heartache, Amelia and Rhett are a soul cleanser that makes you stop and think. I was swept away.



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North! Or Be Eaten is the second book of this Wingfeather Saga series. Though we start in Glipwood forest it seems like we get a bit about Tink and Janner and the Igiby family. I would suggest reading book 1 first. Though, I only got book 2. It was just as good without needing to read book 1. Though, I think it would be best if you want to know how and why we start where we do in “North!, or Be Eaten.”

We seem to be following Janner the most throughout the book. Though we get glimpses Tink. It seems that both Tink and Janner are what this book is about. Though the way Igiby family acts will they be able to survive.

What will happen to Janner and Tink and Leeli? Will they be able to stick together. Will they be killed by the Fang of Dang or the Stranders? I got the feeling something is up with their grandfather. Who wants the Igiby grandfather?

Will the sibling embrace their special talent or gifts? Will they allow Fangs and Gnag the nameless and others to betray them. It was an enjoyable read. Though a bit of it made me take a while to read. Once you get into the book it adventure of a ride.

The images that are drawn are wonderful. I love them. The author does a wonderful job of writing the story. I was more surprised at how it ends. There are quite a few twisted and turns throughout the book. Young adults and children will enjoy this book/ series. Good for middle-grade children and up.

The book is really clean and teaches some lessons as well as throughout the book. You would be surprised that this teaches about the importance of family, grace, friendship, trust, and sibling rivalry

Tips for the happy holiday season

The Christmas season is wonderful. There is so much to do and see - from decorative lighthouses to Santa and his assistants - it's no surprise that our kids love it.

But sometimes, the Christmas season is often really overwhelming. There is a great deal of organization, decking, and wrapping. There is shopping to do, food to prepare, family and friends to see. It can seem very much - a lot of time, a lot of money and a lot of stress. But there are ways in which we can light up the holiday season without going through the "many."

Here are our tips for a happy festive season.

Tips for the happy holiday season

Give the gift of time

The holiday season is a great time to refocus on putting the family first. One of the best ways to do this is to give a gift of time.

Offering time gift is one of the best Christmas gifts you can give to your family and one of our top tips for enjoying holidays. Spending time together, going seeing Christmas lights, baking gingerbread men or simply hanging around, are some of the most memorable gifts we can give each other.

Instead of wearing a new shirt for your husband, spend the money on the babysitter and do something fun. Instead of organizing a champagne bottle for your best friend, ask her to go out for lunch. Make sure that you don't get caught in a lot of festive fun, and you don't even have fun with the kids.

Do not be a hero or a dictator

It's easy to indulge in planning Christmas - who will host the Christmas lunch or who will host the big family boxing party. Sometimes we tend to be the hero - to make everything ourselves. At other times, we may find ourselves wandering around the desires of our family members.

When it comes to planning holidays, it's best to be helpful and flexible. Talk to your family members about what they want to do for Christmas or what fits their schedule. Your regular Christmas lunch may not work with your sister with a nap. Or maybe your new brother's wife has an annual Christmas Eve party that conflicts with Christmas Eve dinner.

Whatever it is, get together and decide with your loved ones what you want to do together to celebrate the holiday season in a meaningful way. Incorporating everyone's ideas as possible and delegating responsibilities among them. Everyone will enjoy themselves more and the celebration will be unique and meaningful to your family.

Let her go.

Christmas is not the time to spark a family drama, or old arguments. Now, let her go. Even if you have tough family members who seem determined to ruin your vacation, get rid of it - try not to take it seriously. Reducing alcohol and talking to someone outside of your family about your family’s situation can help you get over it.

It's okay to set borders too. You do not have to attend every family job. If family dramas make you tired or feel intimidated by attending a family event, then don't. Set your boundaries and stick to them.

Remember, at the end of the day, the only behavior you can control is yours.

Say no.

Our last favorite holiday tip - just say no. Say no when something is too much, or when you feel very elongated. Say no when it will make you feel bad or not good for your well-being. Say not to spend too much or give too much. OK. People may be disappointed, let them be.

Corrupting children (and ourselves!)

There is no such thing as buying the perfect gift for someone you love. The appearance of ecstasy on your son's face when you only choose the right skateboard, or excitement from your wife when you open a beautiful pair of earrings. But research shows that materialism is linked to anxiety, depression, broken relationships, low well-being, self-esteem, and even poor physical health.

But this does not mean that we should stop giving gifts at Christmas! Instead, we need to work to cultivate a sense of gratitude for these gifts. Educating our children, and ourselves, to be grateful for what is valuable and beneficial to us actually makes us have more hope and happiness.

Try to talk about the things you are grateful for in your life. Ask your family to do the same. Looking out also helps - think about what you can do for someone else, rather than what you can get on your own.

The holiday season is a time of joy, love, and teamwork. Following these tips for a happy festive season will help you bring back the lighting to the holidays.

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