Grumpy the Gator

In Grumpy the Gator, a group of children playing encounter a grumpy alligator. The story teaches children to always keep a safe distance from animals in the wild, and to find an adult if they see an alligator.

Its Always A Story With The Hendersons

28 Dec

Bop and the Outdoor Decorations

Preparing for Christmas involves many activities. Cooking, cleaning, purchasing presents, wrapping presents, making lists, writing cards, church activities, and more. I look forward to the fun times. Bop takes care of some of the “to-do” lists and I handle other things that need attending. We...

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21 Nov

The Rock Gift

Gifts are given for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and celebrations. Some of the best presents are ones given “just because” with no special reason or occasion. Gifts may make us laugh while others may bring tears. I received a rock that touched my heart and brought...

13:23 / Authors / Family / Gifts / Grandparents / Laughter / rocks / Summer Fun / Surprise

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06 Sep

How a Famous Author (and friend) Save the Day

A road trip to see a famous author, who is a sweet friend, brought laughter and joy to a special event. We never know what will happen with the Henderson family. God always gives us something to bring happiness and joy. Today’s blog is about...

12:56 / Authors / Family / Festivals / Friends / Laughter / spiders / Surprise

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13 Jun

Oranges in the Trees

“What are we doing today at Mimi’s?” This is a question I hear often from Rowan and Eden and also, the neighborhood children. School is finished and summertime activities have begun at Mimi’s house. Warm weather is here and that means bubbles, water balloons, splash...

10:51 / Authors / Binoculars / Family / Grandparents / Laughter / Learning / Neighbors / Oranges / seeds / Summer Fun

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20 Mar

Super Exciting News for Readers

I am super excited to announce that I have a story in the new anthology “Charleston Light: Stories Inspired by Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse”. The book contains eight novellas written by authors who belong to the South Carolina Lowcountry Chapter of the American Christian Fiction Writers...

14:00 / Authors / Beach / Friends / Grandparents / Laughter / Lighthouse / Neighbors / Prayer

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12 Jan

Eagle Message

“Are we going to church today? We missed last Sunday.” My husband Alan inquired. “I’m kind of tired this morning. But, there’s no excuse for not attending. Yes, we’re going.” I responded. When I woke on a recent Sunday morning, exhaustion from holiday preparations and gatherings had...

16:04 / church / Prayer

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15 Nov

“Pretty”

“Turn round Mimi. Turn round. Pretty. Pretty.” Two years old Eden spoke and smiled as she turned around and around in a circle. She was wearing a skirt and loved watching the skirt move when she twirled. Eden wanted me to “turn round” like she...

14:06 / Family / flowers / Grandparents / Laughter / names

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27 Oct

Leaping Lizard Under the Cushion

Yes. Leaping lizard under the cushion. How could this happen? A normal evening of household chores turned into a momentary frightful experience. Being a Mimi to Rowan and Eden brings many unexpected surprises and joys. Those two sweet children sometimes ask to take toys from our...

13:30 / Family / Friends / Grandparents / Lizards / Surprise

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04 Aug

Maw Maw or Mimi?

Granddaughter Eden will be two years old in a few months. She has a personality that makes our family break out into laughter every day. Eden is learning many things from big brother Rowan. She watches his every move and truly believes she can accomplish...

06:00 / Family / Grandparents / Laughter / Learning / names / Prayer / Surprise

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19 Jul

Creepy Crabs on A Hot Summer Day

“What in the world? Why are there fiddler crabs on my front porch?” I spoke aloud to myself. Opening the front storm door to take a peek outside, I jumped as two small sand fiddler crabs raced across the pavement. The twosome were fast as lightning...

14:01 / Beach / Family / Grandparents / Laughter / Summer Fun

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