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Thoughts on What I’m Reading Right Now: What are You Reading?

What I'm Reading Right Now

A while back I wrote some tips on setting reading goals. I am pleased to say I have been reading every day since January 1st. It's not going as fast as I would like but I am meeting the goals I set out to accomplish. The goal was one page a day and I have far exceeded that. I figured since we are about to close on National Reading Month I should check in to let you know how my … [Read more...]

Setting Reading Goals: My Top 5 Tips.

Setting Reading Goals

I don't think they can decide but National Book Month is said to be in both January and October. Either way, one of my goals for this year and beyond is to read more. Setting reading goals has been so helpful for me. I wanted to read at least 1 page a day and I have been exceeding that and hope to get to reading 1 book a month. Soon enough. I know that sounds crazy to some … [Read more...]

Wauconda Fire Department Open House: Fire Cadet Volunteers!

Old Fashioned Fire Truck

Our 16 year old granddaughter, Rhyanne is part of the Cadet program with our local fire department. She has been part of the this program for the last 3 years. They were previously called Fire Explorer's. Last year she got an award for most improved and this year she got the great honor of Cadet of the Year! She was appointed as Cadet Secretary so she helps in many … [Read more...]

Apple Picking: Illinois Family Fun

This past weekend we went apple picking with family and it was a blast. I had never been to an apple orchard or apple picking so it was a fun experience. We went to Jonamac Orchard, a three generational family farm in Malta, IL. It was about 2 hours away from our house. You just pay up front, they give you bags for your apples and you're on your way. They have a pumpkin patch … [Read more...]

A Packed and Busy Non Stop Week{end}

Wilbur's New Furniture

How was your weekend? This weekend we were on the go. It all started Friday night when our middle granddaughter and I drove out to meet Kev at his work. After a week or more of researching options for an affordable couch and ottoman for Wilbur's cat room, we finally found something on Thursday (thank you Value City Furniture) and decided to pick it up Friday night. In … [Read more...]

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