Author Archives: Becky

“First Comes Marriage Then Comes Murder,” by Donna Mumma

A Women of Wynton’s Mystery The Curse of the Bridal Gowns! The ladies at the Wynton’s Department Store are at it again, this time trying to stop a smear campaign that involves the much-loved Miss Vivien who runs the bridal … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

“Oh Dear, Look What I Got!” by Michael Rosen

The Wrong Package! This is a fun book about a boy who is attempting to buy one thing, but the store gives him something else entirely. For instance, when he goes to get carrots, he opens the purchase to find … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Texas Style Spanish Rice, Naturally Gluten Free

 This is a good take on Spanish Rice, you will like it! 1 chopped onion bacon grease 3 Tablespoons butter 8 slices bacon 2 cups uncooked Jasmine rice, NOT instant rice 2/3 cup Pace Picante Sauce or picante sauce of … Continue reading

Posted in Gluten Free Recipes, Gluten-Free Main Dishes, Gluten-Free Pasta & Rice, Gluten-Free Side Dishes & Vegetables | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

“Seven Babies,” by Forest Xiao

Surprise! One day, a box with seven babies appears at the door.  So begins a very funny tale that shows what could happen if seven babies came to the door, and you tried to take care of them. They babies … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

“Mistletoe and Mayhem,” by Janice Thompson

Wedding Bells are Ringing! RaeLyn is getting married and has an amazing wedding planned. She is holding the ceremony outside, at her parent’s farm…in December. Friends and family will sit on haybales covered with homemade quilts. A week before, a … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

“The Tiny Crown,” by Susan Barnett Braun

It Could Happen to You! Lucinda, a teenager, is unhappy with her life, especially with school, and the attention she gets from boys.  She is sure being in England, in the land of royals, would solve everything.  Out of the … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

“This Sheep Needs Your Help,” by David LaRochelle

Save the Day! Only the reader can help this sheep.  He really needs it because so many things happen to him.  For instance, he needs help getting across the water, he isn’t dressed right for the weather, and he is … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Piggy Paint Pens

Fingers and Toes! Here is a new product we recently tried; they are paint pens by the makers of Piggy Paint.  This is a company that gears their things towards children, and tries to make their product the safest polish.  … Continue reading

Posted in Product Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

“The Phantom of the Organ: And Other Mysteries of St. Matthews,” by Susan Barnett Braun

The Curious Happenings at St. Matthews! Melody plays the organ for St. Matthews, a small church in a little town.  Although she is in a compact community, many questionable things happen.  They keep Melody on her toes as she tries … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

“The Peacemaker,” by Wanda E. Brunstetter

What to Believe Ada, a young Amish woman, always felt like she played second fiddle in life. When her best friend, Rosa, caught the eye of Ephraim, Ada secretly wished Ephraim had liked her instead. Long after the two became … Continue reading

Posted in Book Reviews | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment