Uplifting Reads: 'Texting Through Time: John Taylor and the Mystery Puzzle' Book Tour

Uplifting Reads: 'Texting Through Time: John Taylor and the Mystery Puzzle' Book Tour

Rules and Relationships

Rules and Relationships

Relationships with children and youth are so important because the majority of our learning takes place in the context of relationships. Consider the lessons you learned as a child. Where did the most important ones come from?

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Kris Kringle's Magic

Kris Kringle’s Magic by Diane Stringham Tolley is a fun family read.

In a world where elves are only slaves, one boy is determined to make things right. With the elves' help, Kris decides to begin with the children. But can a pile of gifts on Christmas Eve really change anything? This enchanting story is sure to captivate kids of all ages. An instant holiday classic you'll want to read again and again.

The author spins a magical tale full of fun, and suspense to explain how Kris Kringle and the elves got to the North Pole. This truly believable tale of love and charity fits right in with the Christmas Season and will fill your holiday with the spirit of good will.

Thanks Diane for sharing your magical creativity with us in this never-to-be-forgotten story. Reading it will make your season of love and joy a time to remember. I give this book a five-star rating.

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Worry

Sometimes I sit alone, worrying about my life. Maybe I’m not the best I can be. Am I reaching my potential? I push the thoughts away and go on with my busy schedule. I arrange a bouquet of flowers from the garden for a sick friend, make a potato casserole for a funeral, volunteer at the school, or weed the garden. But all the time I’m thinking that I can’t succeed and I’m not making a difference anywhere.

During these times, I pray and ask for help. I sit in the sunny garden and reflect on carefree days—like picking wild flowers as a child.

Epic Tales of a Misfit Hero

            Epic Tales of a Misfit Hero by Matt Peterson is a fun read for kids. From passing the sacrament with his fly down to failing miserable at capture the flag, Andrew knows he’ll never be able to fulfill his duties as a deacon. But when tragedy strikes on his Boy Scout camping trip, Andrew’s whole troop must become stronger than they ever imagined. This hilarious coming-of-age story is bound to have you rooting for a misfit hero!

            Matt Peterson has hit a home run with this fun adventure. It’s sure to please the entire family—most especially those boys who are about to become deacons. The story rings true right town to the spilled cheerios on the carpet during Sacrament meeting.

            Andrew must reach down deep inside himself, with the help of angels, and find his inner strength. He comes through like a true hero. This is a great five-star read! Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgLsyMzZRHc&noredirect=1

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865561173/Book-review-Epic-Tales-of-a-Misfit-Hero-a-fun-read.html?pg=all

Trials Bring Blessings of Strength

But he who dares not grasp the thorn

Should never crave the rose.

- Anne Brontë

Trails are difficult when we are going through them.  I would not ask from mine back, but I am grateful I have had all of them.  I never thought I would say that.  There were times when I walked just one day at a time, unable to think of tomorrow.

One of my low points was when I was recovering from pneumonia. All six of our children were still at home, and I was so sick I could hardly get out of bed.