Apr 4Member-only9 Reasons to Visit the Downtown Nashville Public LibraryOne of the Best Free Things in Nashville — The Nashville Public Library system is one of the best that I’ve encountered, and the Main Library location in Downtown Nashville is particularly worth visiting. I’m a huge fan of books and reading, and I go to my local library location on a regular basis. Seeing the Main Library was…Books4 min readBooks4 min read
Dec 20, 2022Member-onlyDay Eight: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month-OldAt it again — Baby Sounds by Joy Allen — Another book, another day of reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading Baby Sounds by Joy Allen. The Review: Baby Sounds by Joy Allen This book came to us thanks to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, and I’m so excited that Tennessee has such a great…Books1 min readBooks1 min read
Dec 19, 2022Member-onlyDay Seven: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month-OldA Musical Moment — Butterfly’s Marching Band by Lila Mitzie — A full week of reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading Butterfly’s Marching Band by Lila Mitzie. The Review: Butterfly’s Marching Band by Lila Mitzie Since my husband is a band director, it makes sense to read Butterfly’s Marching Band with our baby. The book goes…Books1 min readBooks1 min read
Dec 18, 2022Member-onlyDay Six: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month-OldLove it! — Brown Bear, Brown Bear by Bill Martin Jr. — Another day of reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading Brown Bear, Brown Bear by Bill Martin Jr. The Review: Brown Bear, Brown Bear by Bill Martin Jr. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See is a classic children’s book written by Bill Martin Jr and illustrated…Books1 min readBooks1 min read
Dec 15, 2022Member-onlyDay Five: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month-OldFavorite Series So Far— Llama Llama Hide & See by Anna Dewdney — Having fun while reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading Llama Llama Hide & Seek by Anna Dewdney. The Review: Llama Llama Hide & Seek by Anna Dewdney In this adorable book, little llama is looking all around for his fuzzy llama toy. I already love Anna Dewdney’s…Books1 min readBooks1 min read
Dec 14, 2022Member-onlyDay Four: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month-OldTis the season — My First Christmas Board Book — Getting in the holiday season while reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading My First Christmas Board Book. The Review: My First Christmas Board Book Published by DK Children, My First Christmas Board Book is made up of multiple pages with several photos related to…Books2 min readBooks2 min read
Dec 14, 2022Member-onlyDay Three: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month OldAnimals sounds — Moo Ba La La La by Sandra Boynton — A cozy day of reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading Moo Ba La La La by Sandra Boynton. The Review: Mo Ba La La La by Sandra Boynton If you’ve ever read a children’s book that tells what sounds different animals make, then you have a good…Books1 min readBooks1 min read
Dec 12, 2022Member-onlyDay Two: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month OldAn international adventure — Paris: A Book of Shapes by Ashley Evanson — Another fun day of reading with my baby. To see a quick explanation of this series, check out Day 1. Today, we’re reading Paris: A Book of Shapes by Ashley Evanson. The Review: Paris: A Book of Shapes by Ashley Evanson As the name implies Paris: A Book of Shapes introduces readers to different shapes set throughout the famous French…Books2 min readBooks2 min read
Dec 9, 2022Member-onlyDay One: Reading a New Book Every Day to My 5-Month OldStarting with a new favorite — Emma by Paola Opal — Between being a full-time freelance writer and taking care of my baby as a new mom, I haven’t had nearly as much time to read. I miss reviewing books, so instead of my usual book reviews, I thought I might as well review baby books. In an attempt to add…Books2 min readBooks2 min read
Aug 18, 2022Member-only3 Things I Bought This Summer That Surpassed My ExpectationsFrom someone who hates spending money — Let’s be real, right now, there’s not an excessive amount of wiggle room in most people’s budgets right now. As an already indecisive shopper, having a smaller amount of discretionary money to spend each month makes it even harder to commit to a purchase. …Shopping3 min readShopping3 min read
