Summer Reading Fun

We were very active in our local library's summer reading program this summer. In fact, the way our library system is set up, we have 2 different libraries with 2 different programs. So we did both!! We really do love our libraries and are so thankful that they have such amazing free events!

We got to see a magic show put on by Ronald McDonald!

He said he loved having another ginger around! Funny enough over Labor day we went to a parade, and it was the same guy in the parade. He saw D, his face lit up in recognition, and blew her a kiss.

Dino day!! 

The end of the summer reading program for one library allowed the kids to put on forest friendly costumes and sign the log book!

Kid's Garden Club:Learn about compost!

Virtual Story Time

I am happy to announce that I am working on a fun new project! A friend gave me the fun idea to start making videos of me reading stories and posting them online. So I now have my own youtube channel!

Right now I know that the images are reversed and there may be a slight humming sound, but I am recording using my laptop. I plan on working to improve! I will be reading some of our favorite classics and themed stories depending on the month. Hope you enjoy!



http://www.youtube.com/user/AnIndianaMomBlog?feature=watch

And the winner is.....

TIFFANY!!!! Check out her blog here, it is always very funny, and full of things that a mom can relate to!

And your prize is a set of handmade recipe cards just for you and a fun new book to read. It's called The Reading Group by Elizabeth Noble.


You need to send me a message within the next 2 days with your address. Mail me at Kelly Heet at aol dot com.


Congrats, and thank you to all my followers that entered. Stay tuned, there may be another give away soon!

Books, books, and more books

I took the kids to an annual used book sale today in Valparaiso. I have been going to this now for 4 years and the kids have a rather impressive library all for themselves. But even though we have tons of books, I just can't pass up cheap books! The kids books were double in price this year so that was a bummer especially since I didn't know this until I was paying. Yes, they were still only .50 but I would have been more selective had I known. I got 3 very full reusable bag full of books, 2 of which were just kids books, and 1 bag is books for me and a few for friends. I think I'm going to have to go through all our books and host a used book exchange with the mom's group.

10 things I love

In honor of hitting the 1,000 hit mark on my blog I thought that I would do 10 things that I love.

1. The fact that people actually want to read what I have to say. That is amazing to me!

2. Both my kids. They drive me nuts a lot of times, but I don't know who I would be if it weren't for them.

3. Adam! If it weren't for him I would not be the person I am today. I owe a ton to him, and boy do I love him!!

4. The fact that I have a good roof over my head. If you would have told me that a few years ago, I don't know if I would have believed you.

5. My group of friends that I have made these last few months here in sunny South Bend. You have saved me from myself and seasonal depression.

6. Coffee! After working in coffee for many many years, I can totally appreciate a cup of java. Yum.

7. My family! They have been there for us through it all. And I totally include my wonderful inlaws in this group. They made me feel like part of their family and have helped us with so much. Thank you!

8. crayons. I can't get enough of them. I think I have 13 boxes of all sizes stashed in my utility room closet. Every back to school time, I just need to buy a new box. There is just something soothing about the smell and look of a new box of cayons.

9. Music is the soundtrack of my life. There are songs that I hear, and they take me back to a place, time, or even a person and a feeling. I would truly be lost without music in my life.

10. I would have to also say books. They transport me to new places, new people, new ideas. I learn so much from reading and I hope to instill that in my kids for the future.


So, thanks for reading my blog. I love all of you too!!

If you love to read....

then you must check out this site! My friend just sent it over to me and I'm hooked! I love reading and think it is too neat to be able to keep a record of all the ones I have read, am reading, or want to read! Go check it out for yourself, and if you sign up let me know and I can add you as a friend! www.goodreads.com

Some great book suggestions!

I have been doing tons of reading lately, and have read some really great funny books. Here are my recommendations:


1. David Sedaris- Me Talk Pretty One Day and When you are engulfed in flames

2. Sloane Crosley- I was told there'd be cake

3. Chelsea Handler- Are you there Vodka? It's me Chelsea!

4. Julie Powell- Julie and Julia

5. Kevin Nealon- Yes you're pregnant , but now what about me?


I highly recommend these, and would love to hear what you think of them!