Do you remember your dreams regularly or in times of stress or change? Is each one unique or are there recurring themes? There are times when I wake up suddenly from a very vivid dream remembering odd details that involve places, people and events that seem almost logical, but not quite. There are also places […]
Books
Simply Vegetarian Thai Cookbook
At a glance, it might appear that it would be easy for a vegetarian or vegan to enjoy Thai, Japanese, Korean and other Asian cuisines, since they often include a colorful assortment of fresh vegetables. Unfortunately, this assumption is not reality. Even tofu and vegetable dishes often include fish sauce, eggs or other animal products. Simply Vegetarian […]
Nickerbacher, The Funniest Dragon
Hooray! Terry John Barto has published another fun children’s book that will encourage kids to follow their dreams. Last year’s Gollywood, Here I Come was about a turkey. This year’s release is about a dragon. Both lead characters have bold personalities. Nickerbacher, The Funniest Dragon is an inspiring story. Nickerbacher doesn’t want to fight. He […]
The Washington Lawyer by Allan Topol
Do you like to curl up with a fast paced political thriller that’s hard to put down? The Washington Lawyer is exactly that. Allan Topol is a master of intrigue, having written a number of best selling novels with international political thrills. His latest novel is set in the United States and gives us an […]
The Gluten-Free Vegetarian Family Cookbook
In the past, it seemed like it was a rarity to have dietary restrictions. These days, we all know people who are gluten free and vegetarian. Even those who aren’t totally vegetarian may practice meatless Mondays or just cut back on meat for health or ethical reasons. The Gluten-Free Vegetarian Family Cookbook is filled with […]
A Dangerous Place by Jacqueline Winspear
Have you met Maisie Dobbs? This is the fifth novel for this wonderful character who was created by Jacqueline Winspear. She is smart, strong, adventurous and a little bit ahead of her time. She’s living in an era when women were expected to behave in restrictive ways, but she continues to use her brain and speak her […]