abartle1Jul 28, 20212 minOde to a DogRecently we had to say goodbye to our dear furry Anova. She was part of our family for 11 years. Anova came into our lives after my...
abartle1Aug 19, 20203 minThe Felix Files: ConclusionMy daughter's drawing of Felix in both his hornworm and moth forms. **Please note this post is a little sad, which is why it took me a...
abartle1Mar 3, 20202 minThe Felix Files: Part TwoI never imagined my daughter would be coming home every day and asking to play with her caterpillar, but that's exactly what happened....
abartle1Feb 13, 20202 minThe Felix Files: Part OneStudents may bring a pretend or a real insect to show-and-tell. A real insect for show-and-tell. As soon as I read that in the preschool...
abartle1Sep 24, 20192 minOn Goals: Get the Ball!I've been thinking a lot about goals and dreams lately. I've decided I want to approach it the way my one-year-old son does when he sees...
abartle1Apr 7, 20183 minBooklights: The Kid in the Red Jacket by Barbara Park“We got a new kid in our room about a week ago,” Roger said. “No one can remember his name, so we just call him by the color of his...
abartle1Oct 15, 20173 minTime for Creepy Stories!October is my favorite month. The weather in Arizona finally makes the change from sweltering to perfection. Neighbors come out of...
abartle1May 19, 20172 minBooklights: Phantom by Susan KayIt's no secret to those who know me that I'm a huge Phantom of the Opera fan. The Andrew Lloyd Webber musical is my first love, but I...
abartle1Apr 1, 20172 minBooklights: Treadmill Console Manual by Vision FitnessI couldn't be more excited to do today's Booklights review! Today I am reviewing a book that is a must-read for all ages, and an...
abartle1Mar 23, 20172 minBooklights: Thank you Bear by Greg FoleyOne day after a particularly boring grocery run, I told my daughter, Ellie, we would get a new book for her since she was so patient (as...
abartle1Mar 7, 20174 minSome Publishing TidbitsI frequently get asked questions about self publishing and traditional publishing. I'm by no means an expert in either; my first book...
abartle1Feb 20, 20172 minBooklights: Still Points NorthI’m excited to start my new blog series, Booklights (like a spotlight, but for books!). At least once every few months, I will post...
abartle1Feb 8, 20171 minA Shiny New Blog!From here on out, this is where I will blog. However, you can still check out my older posts here. Take a look around and enjoy! I love...