Show-Me-How Story-time with Miss Vivian Travels to Chicago

Frank Sinatra sang songs about many of the cities that he loved…New York – San Francisco – Chicago. After a fantastic long weekend in Chicago, I’ll have to echo some of his words (written by Sammy Kahn and Jimmy Van Heusen): Chicago is one town That won’t let you down It’s my kind of town. [...]

Making Memories With Your Children: Summer Craft Activities

I was in Chicago last weekend for Mother’s Day with my son and daughter-in-law.  I also had an opportunity to visit with my sister and her sons and their families. One evening, we all got together at a fantastic BBQ, hosted by my nephew and his wife.  We all had a great time…the food was [...]

Mother’s Day Special: What’s In Your Child’s Bookcase Wordy Wednesday

“You may have tangible wealth untold, Caskets of jewels and coffers of gold, Richer than I you can never be, I had a mother who read to me.” This well-known verse by Strickland Gillihan points out so clearly how important it is to read to your child.  I know that most of you do…for those [...]