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What I’m Reading Now- Autumn 2024

by Robin Turnipseed November 20, 2024

I can hardly believe how quickly this year is passing by—it’s as if time is racing ahead of me. Each week blurs by in the blink of an eye, and just when I finish packing away our pool toys and beach supplies, I find myself heading back into the garage to pull out the Christmas tree. As I sit here reflecting, I realize that Thanksgiving is just over a week away, and the holiday spirit is beginning to creep in. I’m making a conscious effort to slow down the whirlwind of my thoughts and set aside a few evenings to enjoy a steaming cup of tea while getting lost in a good book.

Recently, I’ve discovered a few cozy and charming books to add to my autumn reading list that are perfect for anyone who loves a good Hallmark movie. One of these gems might be your ideal choice if you’re searching for your next literary adventure.

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The Journal

by Robin Turnipseed November 12, 2024

As the holidays approach, I find myself reflecting more on my grandmother. Perhaps it’s because my Mimi, who has been an instrumental influence in my life, passed away just two weeks before Thanksgiving. Or it’s simply the poignant feeling the holidays evoke as we age. Regardless, if you are missing a loved one this year, I invite you to enjoy the story shared by a new friend, along with excerpts from the journal that her grandmother left to her.

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Experiencing Japan as a Family: A 7-Day Itinerary

by Robin Turnipseed September 5, 2024

A week-long trip to Japan was definitely not included on my bingo card for this year. As much as we love to travel, experiencing Japan with my family never even entered my consciousness. Thankfully, it had entered the mind of my child.

Let’s Start From the Beginning

When our children were young, I read the book Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World by Bob Goff. In his book, Goff discusses his decision to give each of his children a trip to their chosen destination. Inspired by his choice, my husband and I offered each of our children the same offer: an adventure before they graduated high school to a location of their choice, with just mom and dad. Oh, and they also get to plan the itinerary.

Who would have thought that our firstborn would take us on an unforgettable 7-day journey through Japan, leaving us exhausted, full of memories, and transformed for the better?

Explore our Tokyo to Mt. Fuji itinerary, with visits to Hiroshima, Osaka, and Kyoto to see all we encountered during our adventure.

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Hi! I'm Robin, the storyteller sharing the histories of the items that fill our homes and our memories. I'm on a mission to help the world use our past as a reminder to stay present.

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