A Relaxing Saturday Afternoon Read--May 28, 2011

I just read The Zoo, a sweet, romantic Short Story about a widowed gentleman in his early 60s, who becomes a Volunteer animal caretaker at the local zoo. It was a relaxing, enjoyable read.

I downloaded this story as a free e-book on May 17th. I'm glad that I read it and I would read more stories by the author.
There were several typographical errors and I think I would have enjoyed a little more drama in the story.

This Book Has Me Back on Track--May 27,2011

The Forever Young Diet and Lifestyle is a super dooper, motivational diet, exercise, and lifestyle book.

As a lifetime Weight Watcher member, this book supports all of the nutritional guidelines I've learned through Weight Watchers; and it explains the science behind food, nutritional supplements, exercise, sleep patterns, and so many other quality of life choices.

I'm back on track with my food and exercise because of reading this book. I've also added baby aspirin and Omega 3 supplements to my daily regimen.
There are 2 other supplements that I intend to add to my daily vitamins after I observe any differences I note with the current additions.

For anyone with an interest in Health, Education, and Quality of Life, I highly recommend this e-book.

A Pretty Good Read Aloud for a First or Second Grade Classroom--May 19,2011

Today I finished reading Hailey Twitch Is Not a Snitch to a classroom of first graders, on their last day of school. The kids responded well and seemed to enjoy the book and remember the content over the two weeks we spent on this Read Aloud. I liked it, but not quite as well as Junie B., First Grader (at last!). The kids love ALL of the Junie B. adventures.
This is a good chapter book for young readers.

A Fun Read-- May 15, 2011

The Last Little Blue Envelope was fun, quick, and easy to read in short spurts.

Ginny Blackstone, 17 years old; travels Europe with only a simple, ugly, green backpack, 13 sealed envelopes, and $1000.

Ginny is guided by Aunt Peg's letters--each opened sequentially after completing one travel task.
Following her deceased Aunt's written instructions, Ginny relives the last few months of her aunt's travel experiences.
Ginny experiences the loneliness and frustrations of a naive 17 year old girl traveling alone through Europe as she meets Aunt Peg's caretaker, Richard; and a young theatrical male friend, Keith, who both help her to understand herself and her beloved and frustrating runaway aunt.

I downloaded this book to my Kindle when it was offered for free.
I like the series and plan to read the sequel: The Last Little Blue Envelope.
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