👶👶👶👶👶: Gmorning, Gnight!: Little Pep Talks for Me & You, by Lin-Manuel Miranda

I just realized I've had this little gem sitting on my bedside for quite some time, and I've never reviewed it! It's a lovely book with quips, quotes, and poems to begin and end your day and I just adore it! Though I've read it all, I still open it up every once in a while when I need a pick-me-up!

I absolutely adore Lin-Manuel Miranda. His brilliance is unmatched - Hamilton, Moana, and In the Heights are all ethereal works of art. His musicality and rhyme are so unique and catchy, that it's no wonder he's made such a name for himself. To boot, he's just a good guy - a philanthropist and humanitarian - raising money for his native Puerto Rico and advocating for immigrants. So, as you've heard me say before, kind people are my kinda people - and Mr. Miranda sure fits the bill!

So, pick up this handful of joy if you're in need of a smile. It's sure to brighten your day (or night)!

"ɢᴏᴏᴅ ᴍᴏʀɴɪɴɢ.
ɢᴏᴏᴅ ɢʀᴀᴄɪᴏᴜs.
ʏᴏᴜʀ sᴍɪʟᴇ ɪs
ᴄᴏɴᴛᴀɢɪᴏᴜs."

Read 2/2/21

👶👶👶👶 Audacity, by Melanie Crowder

Once again, I am grateful for a book that illuminates a little-known historical figure. I had never learned about Clara Lemlich, a figure whose impact on women's rights was so significant. What an incredible heroine she was. Most stunning was the hardship she endured prior to and during her immigration to the United States, and her ability to overcome this adversity.

I was initially hesitant on the effectiveness of verse in this type of story, but was pleasantly surprised. It was a gorgeously rendered novel with tremendous impact. I especially appreciate that its target audience is young adults, as it is important for our youth to recognize the sacrifice that was made for the comfortable life they currently lead.

It was certainly up there with my top picks for age appropriate reads for young adults!

Read 10/12/19