WOW!

A mom with two sons from Chicago. A dad with two sons from Dallas. We make books; that’s our passion, our vocation — and our livelihoods. ❤️📚 No TV shows to promote our work. No celebrity connections. I’m proud of us, AG — and ever-grateful.

Thank you Ebay!

My latest obsession. Thank you, eBay!

Funny

I live with comedians. 🙄
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(I can usually identify the handwriting, but the silver sharpie on the bumpy rind is stumping me.)

Thanks Hubby

When your husband “puts away” the Halloween decorations, and this has been greeting you from the garage ceiling since November 1st. 🙄

(Thankfully, by November 10th, it stopped scaring the hell out of me.)

The Book Stall & Lake Forest Book Store - Signed Inventory

It’s been a tough year for retailers! 😢Stopped by @the_book_stall and @lf_bookstore today to sign stock (I wore a mask, I promise!). INDIE BOOKSTORES: If I’m within an hour drive of you, I’m happy to come by and do the same. Reach out via my website. FURTHER AWAY? Happy to send custom “construction” or “Revver” signed bookplates. Reply here or contact via my website.

Sleepy Pup

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site... 😴 💤

Adorable Pajamas!

Wouldn’t “Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site” pajamas and book make a PERFECT holiday gift???!!! Sizes 18m - 7. Order from @rockinab NOW, before they sell out!

Question....

You can pick your friends... 😉

Yummy!!

Thank you to @donetoatee for this most DELICIOUS-looking replica of (Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site’s) Excavator!!! (And, how do I order a few dozen??? 😋)

Merry Christmas!!!

Merry Christmas, a bit early! 🎄🎁 With special thanks to @chroniclekidsbooks , @agfordart & @lkliterary ❤️❤️❤️

Monday Encouragement

You can never know how much some kind words might be needed. This made my day.

Rose Beauty

Morning coffee — and roses. What a lovely way to start the day. 😊

What an Honor

As a person of faith, I'm deeply honored to be featured in a magazine published by my denomination — the ELCA.

I know that not everyone in my feed is Christian and not everyone is a fan of organized religion, but I was still hoping that you might be inclined to celebrate this with me.

Beautiful Arrangement

Hands-down, THE most gorgeous flower arrangement I’ve ever received, thanks to a dear, thoughtful friend.
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I’m so blessed and grateful to have angels who love and support me on this journey through life.😭

Decorating for Fall

It’s been gray, chilly, damp and windy for a week. Welcome to fall in the Midwest! 🙄 (But, as always, flowers lift my spirits. 😊)

Book Character Pumpkin Contest

My book-obsessed young friend’s entry into her classroom’s “book character pumpkin contest.” On the one hand, I’m so proud of her and her passion for reading. On the other hand: Seriously? Could she NOT make a pumpkin bulldozer or pumpkin excavator — or a car-obsessed pumpkin squirrel?! 🤷🏻‍♀️

Lovely Fall Arrangement

Sharing a show-stopping fall arrangement that stopped me in my tracks. 🍁🍂

Revver

I can’t wait for you to meet Revver and see his world! 🏎🐿🏁

Virtual School Events....we're making them work!!

We might not be there, but we still get to “be there,” bringing books and reading to kids. And that’s still pretty awesome. ❤️📚❤️

Such a Cutie

The dog got into an empty ice cream container, literally. I’m not judging her; I totally get it: I’ve felt like doing that all year. #2020sucks