For National Great American Pot Pie Day, M. G. Lorraine compares writing a book to baking a pot pie, showing how stories are built with structure, patience, revision, and heart. M. G. loves to write and share her works with everyone but sometimes you have to step back and look at how similar and different writing a book is to cooking or baking. In some ways you have a clear path to follow and sometimes you end up improvising your masterpiece. I hope you enjoyed this blog and

National Grandparents Day is a special time to celebrate the love, stories, traditions, and memories shared between grandparents and grandchildren. From school visits to cozy reading time with Dexter & Dixie, there are many meaningful ways to honor the special older adults in a child’s life. Make sure you are creating wonderful memories for both the grandparents and the grandkids this year. Have fun and enjoy a great day full of love, laughter, and stories! Make sure to check

This blog post reflects on the enduring significance of September 11 as a day of remembrance, service, and shared responsibility. It honors the lives lost in New York City, at the Pentagon, and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, while also recognizing the bravery of first responders, the courage of passengers and crew members, and the lasting impact on survivors, families, service members, and recovery workers. So take a moment of silence for the fallen and the heroes along with

Celebrate Yard Art Day this Labor Day by turning your yard into a creative outdoor expression of personality, imagination, and joy. Whether you decorate with garden art, handmade signs, colorful displays, sculptures, wind chimes, or simple DIY yard decor, this day is all about letting your outdoor space tell a story. Explore easy, inspiring ideas for bringing beauty, playfulness, and a little neighborhood wonder right to your front yard. Tell us or show us how you decorate yo