“You blocks, you stones, you worse than senseless things!” Shakespeare had a gift for turning a phrase! “It was Greek to me” and “mischief thou art afoot” are a few more colorful quips from his iconic play, Julius Caesar. This tragedy was written in 1599, however the actual assassination of the powerful general took place about … More Julius Caesar – Episode 241
“Learn everything you can Holling, and use it.” Amazing quote from an amazing teacher, Mrs. Baker. The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt is bildungsroman at its best! Schmidt transports us to Long Island, NY back to 1967. Readers meet Holling Hoodhood, a lone seventh grader who is stuck spending Wednesday afternoons with his teacher, … More The Wednesday Wars – Episode – 240
Today we recap Psalms 42-72, Book 2. The sons of Korah wrote Psalms 42-50, do you remember them? Kate sent us back to Numbers 26:11, Korah died and 250 others, but his sons did NOT die! What a story of redemption! Psalm 42 begins with an amazing visual of a deer panting for water. This … More Psalms 42-72, aka Book 2 – Episode 235
As we gratefully gather to celebrate “Freedom” this post has a different look, Linking a myriad of literature gems, we highlight book after book, Whether fiction or nonfiction these treasures are guaranteed to hook, Appreciating the extremely high cost and the bountiful blessings liberty brings, We contrast the cruelty of captivity and the wonder of … More Let Freedom Ring! Episode 234
If you had to choose a book of the Bible that has suffering for its theme, which would you pick? Hands down most would gravitate to Job. God is in the storm even though we sometimes don’t have eyes to see. Job is about perspective. Job’s, his friends, and God’s all give different perspectives. Job … More Job – Episode 227
Committed, caring and bold He inspired young and old Active-used his unique God-given talents of gold Rallied college students to think deeper Led with knowledge and passion, definitely not a sleeper Intentional-lived out his faith, focused on hope not sorrow Energetic and impactful – worked for a better tomorrow Kept his podcast on point perfectly … More Rest in Peace, Rise Triumphantly
Join Kate and Sheila as they dive into the book of Exodus! God rescues His people from Egyptian bondage through 10 plagues defacing things the people of Egypt worshipped. Things get worse before they get better, as Pharaoh keeps saying no to letting God’s people go. In this riveting book we meet Moses and follow … More Exodus – Escaping Bondage – Episode 183
Happy New Year!!! May your reading continue to thrive in 2025!!! Join Kate and Sheila as they very carefully recap The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner while striving to withhold all the plot twists and jaw droppers. This roller coaster of a read begins in 1906 just before the San Francisco earthquake. We … More Episode 171 – The Nature of Fragile Things
A-Among the Hidden (tense with suspense series) B-Boxcar Children (beloved series) C– Chronicles of Narnia series along with The Cay (hurricane deserted island survival story) D-Door in the Wall “It strengthens thy spirit to do a hard thing” E-Esio Trot (Could do a movie night after reading-Thank you, Titus) F-Five Children and It (Be careful what you … More Journey with Kids’ Books from A to Z
We are hoping you can ‘squeeze’ The Lemonade War by Jacqueline Davis into your reading this summer. Join Kate, Sheila, and their special guest, Titus, as they recap the Treski siblings’ war over who can sell the most lemonade. Evan, the oldest, discovers that his younger sister, Jessie, is going to be promoted into his … More The Lemonade War
