Earlier this week, my dad had the opportunity of a lifetime: to skydive with the Golden Knights. He’s a high school counselor, and works very closely with military recruiters. So, when the U.S. Army Golden Knights offered to tandem jump with some local celebrities and educators, my dad jumped at the chance. There he is….
Review: Mockingjay
The Hunger Games is one of those books that stays with you. I read it earlier this year, after I had started following a book message board and it was highly recommended by all of the members. I devoured it in one night. The next day, I couldn’t get my hands on Catching Fire, the…
Cinnamon Sugar Banana Bread
The Nerd *loves* banana nut bread, and this version adds cinnamon and sugar for a yummy twist on a classic.
Waiting on Wednesday: Halo
“Waiting on Wednesday” is a weekly event hosted by Breaking the Spine that spotlights upcoming book releases that we’re eagerly anticipating! This week, I’m waiting on Halo by Alexandra Adornetto. “Nothing much happens in the sleepy town of Venus Cove. But everything changes when three angels are sent from heaven to protect the town against…
Jedi In Training
For The Nerd’s birthday, I gave him two light sabers. He was pretty stoked. Hyrum thought they were pretty cool, too. But it was River who had the most fun with the light sabers. The Nerd decided it was time to train the little Padwan in the ways of the Jedi. She was a very…