P Is for Pride by Greg Paprocki introduces readers (and those listening) to the alphabet by pairing each letter with a word associated with the LGBTQ+ community and supporters in a young age appropriate way. Full of fun and bright colors even non-readers will enjoy the book. Image Courtesy of BabyLit Toddlers (and their adults) can read from A to Z about the LGBTQ+ community while supporting diverse families with kindness and love. The book has been released as part of Greg Prapocki’s BabyLit Alphabet Primers. The target ages is for young readers, but I’ve found the book to be i ..read more

We got married in our then pastor’s office. Only a handful of close family members were at hand for the ceremony. We had a cook-out at her parent’s house that afternoon. It was such a small start for just a big journey. There have been so many adventures in the last couple decades. We’ve visited Canada, India, Spain, Australia, Argentina, the U.K., Netherlands, and so many other places together since then. We’ve had two beautiful kids, purchased a house, and experiences ups and downs I didn’t even imagine were possible. She’s my love, my rock, my friend, and my partner. We’re not the same peo ..read more

The Abortion Trading Cards collection provides a thought-provoking insight into a not so imagined future where abortion services are outlawed. This portrayal of a possible future revolves around covert exchanges of custom-modified playing card decks. Celebrate the 51st anniversary of the groundbreaking Roe v Wade ruling and start a conversation with the exclusive debut of the innovative Abortion Trading Cards set, designed by the esteemed artist and activist, Alexandra Jamieson. I was able to chat with Alexandra Jamieson a bit about the formation of the card set, her goals for it, and what the ..read more

Welcome to the Windy City’s newest and most exhilarating attraction: Flyover Chicago! Located on the iconic Navy Pier, directly across from the Chicago Children’s Museum at the west entrance, 600 E. Grand Avenue, this immersive experience promises to take you on a breathtaking journey through the heart and soul of Chicago. As you step into the world of Flyover, you’re greeted with anticipation and excitement. This isn’t just any tourist destination; it’s a celebration of Chicago’s rich history and vibrant culture, brought to life in stunning detail. The journey begins with Act 1, where you’ll ..read more

The origin story for one of Peanuts’ most beloved characters, Franklin, follows how he approaches making new friends. Franklin Armstrong in “Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin,” premiering February 16, 2024 on Apple TV+. Franklin’s family is always on the move with his dad’s military job, and everywhere he goes Franklin finds support in a notebook filled with his grandfather’s advice on friendship. Franklin Armstrong and Linus in “Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin,” premiering February 16, 2024 on Apple TV+. But when Franklin tries his usual strategies with the Peanuts gang, he has ..read more

An Entertaining Time Travel Mystery Book For The Parents I’ve recently rediscovered a love for reading fiction thanks to the audiobooks found at my local library. One of my recent reads was “The Lost Bookshop” by Evie Woods. You can get it using my affiliate link here. On a quiet street in Dublin, a lost bookshop is waiting to be found… For too long, Opaline, Martha and Henry have been the side characters in their own lives. But when a vanishing bookshop casts its spell, these three unsuspecting strangers will discover that their own stories are every bit as extraordinary as the ones found i ..read more

“What I Did Yesterday” by Chris Fason is a graphic novel Kickstarter that just launched. I backed it and you should too. Chris is amazingly talented. He agreed to sit-down and answer a few questions for me about himself, the project, and the future. Hope you enjoy (and you support his Kickstarter)! What inspired you to work on this project? I wouldn’t say “inspired,” I approached “What I Did Yesterday” more like a therapeutic art project, exploring my mental health struggles and trying to piece together something that tells a story or has some meaning, 4 wordless panels at a time. I went thro ..read more

“Olive All at Once” By Mariam Gates & Alison Hawkins. Publishing: March 26, 2024. Pre-Order now via my affiliate link: https://amzn.to/47RmDww This book is about an adorable little girl who feels her feelings all at once. She learns how emotions aren’t always binary and can be mixed together at any point of the day. It can be used as a great conversation starter with your little one or a classroom full of feelings. I highly recommend adding it to your collection for any pre-school or elementary age targeted library. Olive learns that it’s okay to feel different and sometimes opposite emoti ..read more

Based upon recently declassified files of the British War Department and inspired by true events, THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE is an action-comedy that tells the story of the first-ever special forces organization formed during WWII by UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill and a small group of military officials including author Ian Fleming. The top-secret combat unit, composed of a motley crew of rogues and mavericks, goes on a daring mission against the Nazis using entirely unconventional and utterly “ungentlemanly” fighting techniques. Ultimately their audacious approach changed the ..read more

“An all-star family reunion like no other…” Get your hustle on and experience the BroZone craze all over again with Poppy, Branch, Viva, and Tiny Diamond in DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition now available on Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-rayTM and DVD, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Highlighting a spectacular soundtrack of original and classic songs, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER Sing-Along Edition presents over an hour of fantas-amazing bonus content, including a brand-new original short “It Takes Three,” character drawing tutorials, delete ..read more