I asked my Facebook friends which photo of me reading to my grandson I should use to promote my dear friend’s book on my social media sites. Before I tell you which one won, please allow me to introduce you to Myrtle the Purple Turtle.
I met Myrtle through Cynthia Reyes‘ beautiful blog. It just so happens I have a soft spot for turtles. I even collect turtle brooches.
Cynthia Reyes’ new book (that she co-wrote with her daughter Lauren Reyes-Grange): Myrtle’s Game is a hit in our home. Cynthia and I have been blogging friends for a few years now, and I’ve read and loved each book she has written. Her memoirs are poignant and her children’s books are spot-on inspirational for esteem-building in children (and for the adults reading them too).
When she generously sent me a copy of Myrtle’s Game before I had a chance to purchase it myself (As you can see in the pictures, I’ve been busy grand-parenting the sweetest lad on the planet.), I couldn’t wait to read it to you-know-who. Thank you, dear Cynthia.
I’ve blogged about Cynthia before, so if you would like to know more about her, please check out this post here: Myrtle the Purple Turtle. She is a lovely hostess on her blog, so be sure to visit and follow her there too.
Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged;
parents are the pride of their children.
Proverbs 17:6 NLT
One of the things I enjoy about grand-parenting, besides reading books to my grandson, is reciting old poems and rhymes I told to my own children. And of course, I also shared the ones I made up over two decades ago. Ones like:
Swing low
Swing high
Swing way up in the big, blue sky
Where the clouds are white
And the birds fly by
And you kick your feet up in the sky.
This verse is perfect for singing while pushing your youngster on a swing.
This week I made up a short poem about snow. Cause it snowed here.
Snow on the trees
Snow on the ground
Snow on the leaves
Snow all around.
Children love it when you sing to them. So go ahead and make up a tune or poem for everyday things.
Drum roll, please. The last picture shown below won. But since there were several that came close, I decided to use most of them for this post.
Have you ever made up a poem or song to sing to a child? I’m nosy-to-know.
Book Blessings ~ Wendy Mac
Wendy L. Macdonald 
You bring back such precious memories of my Mum. She loved to read to our girls and was always adding to her children’s book collection. Thank you for sharing. Your grandson is adorable.
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Thank you, dear Anna. It blesses me to hear I stirred a lovely memory. I treasure the times my dad read to me. ❤
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Oh my, he’s so cute! He will forever remember grandma reading to him! Lovely photos, especially the flowers in the snow. 👍🏻
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Thank you, dear Rhonda. He’s such a sweetie to read books too. ❤ The snowdrops are completely buried in snow today.
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You’re so fortunate to have him close by! And I’m sure you’re a wonderful grandma. 👍🏻💗
We’ve just received a foot of snow and it’s still coming down! Good times! 😊
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We’re experiencing a winter wonderland too. Pretty. And cold. 🙂 Yes, I feel blessed. ❤
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Dear Wendy,
Oh I love these thoughts today! And I am so thankful for these moments that God has given you with your precious Grandboy. What a miracle! You remain in my prayers as you continue to share the sweet love of Jesus with him.
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Thank you so much for your prayers, dear Bettie. I appreciate them. ❤ Mine have been, "Your will be done."
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Delightful!
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❤ Thank you, dear Sharon.
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Wendy, I love this post. For the poems/songs and for the delightful photos. And for including Myrtle too! Thank you. And don’t throw out those verses: remember the provenance if Myrtle!
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Thank you, dear Cynthia, for all the ways you inspire and encourage each of us who reads your blog and books. I didn’t realize I still remembered all the silly songs I made up for my own children, not until little guy came along. It’s fun to enjoy them with him. ❤
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That is just precious, my friend.
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Thank you, Damon. He’s almost walking now. Soon I will have to run to keep up with him. Blessings as you both enjoy your little grand. 🙂
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Your post makes me happy for so many reasons but the number reason is your little chap looking so content as you read to him. The songs you sing to him are beautiful. Here’s to books, songs and love. 🙂 And Turtles.
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Three cheers for books, songs, and love–yes. 🙂 ❤ He's getting more and more interested in books. Often he pulls a book off the shelf rather than a toy. Hooray!
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🙂 🙂 🙂
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So sweet, Wendy Mac ❤
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Thank you, dear Shelli. He’s an extra cuddle-bunny-book-baby today. ❤
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Wendy, what a sweet post with your little guy. Love your poem about the swing. Even though my kids are grown, I still text them silly poems. A squirrel with some crazy antics has appeared in two of my poetry books. Animals make great subjects. Thanks for the info on this turtle book!
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Thank you, dear Jamie. As soon as you mentioned animals, I thought of the raccoon tracks I spotted today in the snow on our garden path. Yes, they make great subjects. Mischievous. 🙂
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Beautiful pictures of precious bonding moments.
Best sessions…over books.
How good of you to promote the books as you did.
Kind regards,
Kavita
Sunshiny South Africa
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Thank you, dear Kavita. Nice to meet you. 🙂
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Thank you Wendy. Welcome to my blogging family.
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