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Ashley’s Dream by B.R. Kingsolver Book Blast & Giveaway

by Ronda BowenLeave a Comment

Will she follow her heart and choose love, or follow her life-long dream? Publication Date: TBD Genre: New Adult Romance Ashley isn’t looking for love. She has a dream to travel the world, and getting tied down by a man doesn’t fit into her plans. Relationships always get so complicated, and men always lie. It’s better …

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Guest Post from Lance Erlick: Writing a Female Protagonist (Crossing Gender)

by Ronda BowenLeave a Comment

*Today I have a guest post from Lance Erlick, author of The Rebel Trap, now available. Don’t forget to enter the giveaway at the end of this post!* I’ve been asked about my choice to write in the point of view of a female protagonist. In reading and writing other stories, I’ve experienced getting into …

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Mom of 5, homeschooling family, coffee fanatic, Girl Scouts troop leader, blogger, author, editor

Taking it old school #theoregontrail

Taking it old school
#theoregontrail

It's science kit day!

It's science kit day!

Haunted Historical Mystery Series, Book 3 Paranorm

Haunted Historical Mystery Series, Book 3 Paranormal Thriller Date Published: February 25, 2024 A blizzard rips through the Black Hills of South Dakota, as journalist Rachael embarks on a journey to Hawthorne House, a remote inn located deep in the frigid wilderness. As the storm rages on, Rachael finds herself caught in a gripping tale of mystery and intrigue, unsure of what lies ahead…...

https://www.wellcaffeinatedmom.com/2024/04/04/book-blitz-the-caretaker-by-regina-wixon/

The Gnome and the Science Experiment by Marilyn Sl

The Gnome and the Science Experiment by Marilyn Slaughter – Children’s Book

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3TZM0IU (Amazon associates link - if you click and make a purchase, I will receive a percentage of that sale, at no additional cost to you)

@RABTBookTours #RABTBookTours #GobtheGnome #MarilynSlaughter #ChildrensBook

This short story is about Nathan's adventures during a 5th grade science field trip to the Sunbrook Forest National Park. Nathan is familiar with the park because he and his sister Iris has visited the park before with the encouragement of their mom. Nathan overcomes some anxieties of not liking the subject science, having to buddy with the 5th grade bully, and worrying about other 5th graders, teachers and volunteers might see Gob the gnome and cause problems for Gob and the park. By the end of the science fieldtrip Nathan has built a level of confidence that he could make the best science presentation in his classroom and together with the 5th grade bully develop a monthly 'Clean the Park' project where he and his classmates join to clean up the forest. a mother wanting her children to enjoy the outdoors. Nathan meets an interesting park ranger who later become very instrumental in his interest in science, the environment and his future career plan after high school.

Playing around with my phone's camera. #52frames_m

Playing around with my phone's camera. #52frames_minimalism

Today's guest post is from Matt Lundquist, LCSW, M

Today's guest post is from Matt Lundquist, LCSW, MSEd. Matt talks about how hard it can be to break off relationships with family members who don't have our best interests in mind. After all, we break up with abusive partners (and that can be hard in and of itself). I'd like you to read more about how estrangement can be necessary and how it's more common than you might think in this post.

https://www.wellcaffeinatedmom.com/2024/03/28/esttrangement-from-toxic-family/

This weekend, the 10 year old and I went to a she

This weekend, the 10 year old and I went to a she & me tea hosted by another Girl Scouts troop where we discussed the changes her body is going to go through. I was really impressed by how well it was done - they had experts in pediatrics, neurology, and women’s health talk to the kids and the adults in an inclusive and body-positive way about what to expect. I even learned a few things I didn’t know - and I’m 46 and have had 5 kids! She knew a lot because it’s been an ongoing conversation for us, but she said she learned things.

My favorite part was that they had the kids write their questions on paper in that notebook then tear the paper out and put it into a jar so that their questions would be anonymous if they were too shy to ask.

My child actually graffitied my nice dining room t

My child actually graffitied my nice dining room table and had the audacity to ask me how I knew it was her.

I know her handwriting.

No yelling or anything happened. Not necessary. I just handed her a microfiber cloth and hand sanitizer, wood cleaner, and lemon oil and asked her to clean and polish the table when she finished removing the Sharpie.

After, she apologized and said cleaning it off was a lot of work and she wouldn't do that again.

A very different experience for her than I had growing up.

And yes, the graffiti is gone as well as the stains from her good markers with no harm to the table.

#gentleparenting #kidswillbekids #breakingthecycle

Happy spring! What are your favorite spring acti

Happy spring!

What are your favorite spring activities?
We love to take evening strolls.

#springishere #treeblossoms #springstroll

I've been trying out this trio from @jot Coffee. S

I've been trying out this trio from @jot Coffee. So far, the vanilla is my favorite with steamed oat milk.

#coffee #jotcoffee #vanillacoffee #chocolatehazelnutcoffee

Sometimes, you're up late, listening to moving mus

Sometimes, you're up late, listening to moving music and writing a blog post.

This morning's blog is about my faith, my toxic mom, and committing to a yes year.

#yearofyes #sayingyestolife #living #toxicmothers #faith

Book of the Month day is a good day. Which should

Book of the Month day is a good day. Which should I read first?

#BookLove #botmclub #ReadingTime

Today's guest post is from Tami Zak, a licensed th

Today's guest post is from Tami Zak, a licensed therapist at Grow Therapy. She has key advice on why forming deep friendships is important to mental health and tips for maintaining friendships as an adult. Check out the post. (Link is in my bio).

#adultfriendships #bffgoals #importanceoffriendship #importanceoffriends #healthyfriendship

The 10-year-old has been taking her art to technol

The 10-year-old has been taking her art to technology. She's been exploring digital art with layers and learning how to make gradients work. Her fan art is definitely looking really good!

#digitalart #homeschoolart #fourthgrade #homeschooling #secularhomeschooling

Today on the blog is a review of a @mymedicofficia

Anyone else think they're superwoman? Back in Nove

Anyone else think they're superwoman? Back in November, I said I'd serve on a committee - that was before my brother made his second critical hospital stay in two months (he's doing okay now) and before my mother-in-law passed away on Christmas morning.

Today, I was feeling the crunch of obligations. I sent an email resigning from the committee. It's important to me - the arts - but I need more time to heal, get my knee in better working order, homeschool, and catch up on my businesses. Girl Scouts, of course, wasn't going to go, but this is... for now.

It feels weird stepping back from something, particularly something I just stepped up for, but at the same time, I needed to.

#stepback #motivation #selfcare #volunteerwork #fillingthebucket

Anyone else snap photos of plants in stores to add

Anyone else snap photos of plants in stores to add to their plant wishlist during a #nospendmonth? #plantlover

Love winter sunrises, especially after camping.

Love winter sunrises, especially after camping.

Today on the blog is a guest post from Courtney Kl

Today on the blog is a guest post from Courtney Klosterman, Home Insights Expert at Hippo, the home insurance group focused on proactive home protection. She writes about 8 DIY home upgrades you can make to take your living space from house to dream home.

https://www.wellcaffeinatedmom.com/2024/02/08/diy-home-upgrades/

#homediy #homeprojects #homeupgrades #diyhomeprojects

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