by Barbara Spalding | Nov 5, 2013 | Articles, Reading
We love doing book reviews especially when we come across a true gem with creative illustrations, a good story line and meaning beyond great characters. Nicola Muir’s Baba Didi and the Godwits Fly is just that kinda of “gotta-share” book we like to...
by Barbara Spalding | Oct 31, 2013 | Articles, Toys & Tech
Before one holiday ends, the next has begun so that’s how we’ve come to talk about Christmas on Halloween. Regardless if you’re in Halloween mode (keep in mind that I’m writing this between Halloween family activities today) or if your heart...
by Barbara Spalding | Aug 18, 2013 | Articles, Scientific Discovery
Back-to-School signs, sales and commercials remind us that the summer is coming to a close. And while it might be fun to pick out new clothes, get together with school friends and get back into sports and activities – kids don’t want to summer to end so quickly....
by Barbara Spalding | Jul 14, 2013 | Art, Music & Theater, Articles
Special Exhibit at the Philadelphia Museum of Art featuring over 100 artworks in a diversified display. This exhibit showcases the variety and diversity in the museum’s collections. Here are some of the highlights: The exhibition also discusses how the museum...
by Barbara Spalding | Jun 27, 2013 | Articles, History, Politics & Geography
Guest post by Mark Spalding With the festivities of the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg almost upon us, I felt it would be a great time to let you know a little more about the place and time that shaped who we are as a country today. I’ve been...