How do I use a library?
Well, I first locate the children’s section followed by the “NEW” non-fiction books. Hopefully, they are in a close proximity of each other so that I can keep an eye on my children and browse the new books at the same time.
Although this is my method whenever I go to any library; this summer, I came to the realization that I am really a lifelong learner. I pick books on topics I am familiar with — but want to know the latest tidbits about. I also pick books that just sound interesting to expand my horizons.
These are my first two selections of the summer:
In her book, The Creative Family, Amanda Soule takes us back to basics with our children as “less is more.” Her many ideas spark even more for her readers. Some of my favorites include: having kids transfer a favorite drawing to fabric to embroider, the idea wire, using good art supplies for family drawing time, stenciling a T-shirt. I have tried some of her ideas, and many more are on my list to pull out on a rainy day.
My second selection, Staging Your Comeback, was a bit more of an educational stretch for me. I consider myself rather casual in the beauty area — don’t wear much makeup, simple clothes. In this book, though, Christopher Hopkins tagged me as a “Classic,” and taught me a few tricks that I have already incorporated. The big point here is you can be comfortable without looking “dumpy,” and that it doesn’t take a whole lot of time or money to do so.
I recommend both for a great summer read!