Monday, May 29, 2017
Friday, May 26, 2017
Hope the Chitty Chatting Dachshund
Hope was feeling very talkative this morning at breakfast. I really wish I knew what she was saying!
Sunday, May 7, 2017
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Friday, April 28, 2017
The Story of Diva and Flea Book Review
Two unlikely friends embark on a life altering journey in The Story of Diva and Flea by Mo Willems and Tony DiTerlizzi. Diva is a small dog who lives in an apartment complex at 11 avenue Le Play in Paris, France. She takes her job of guarding the courtyard very seriously.
Flea is a streetwise cat who loves exploring the city of lights. One day, his travels take him past 11 avenue Le Play...and Diva. He finds the petite pooch to be quite interesting. Flea cannot understand why Diva runs away every time that someone enters the courtyard. A miscommunication soon turns into a budding friendship.
Diva loves listening to Flea's stories about the wondrous sights of Paris. She admires his bravery and courage and decides to become an explorer too. Does this curious canine have what it takes to make it on the streets of Paris? Can Flea conquer his fear of brooms and the humans that come with them? Most importantly, will Diva and Flea's friendship survive despite their vastly different backgrounds?
I absolutely love this book! The story reminds me of a mixture of Disney's Oliver and Company with a dash of Madeline. While I have not been to Paris, I can definitely relate to the bond that Diva and Flea share. My husband and I rescued a two week old kitten from the middle of main street in our town and our three-legged dog, Penny, immediately bonded with the kitten and began raising her.
This story has so many fantastic themes woven intricately within the chapters. I also love how the story is told from both Diva and Flea's perspective. It is truly magical to see how their individual lives come together to create a relationship that each hadn't thought possible.
Tony DiTerlizzi's illustrations are enchanting. Readers of all ages will fall in love with the adorable Diva and Flea. I am also blown away by the detail that DiTerlizzi puts into each image. His buildings are simply incredible! I almost felt as if I was in Paris, smelling the scent of coffee and freshly baked bread.
I would highly recommend this book to readers ages 8 to 108! This classic story of friendship, courage and discovery will surely be treasured for years to come. I think it would also make for a fantastic movie or television series.
Flea is a streetwise cat who loves exploring the city of lights. One day, his travels take him past 11 avenue Le Play...and Diva. He finds the petite pooch to be quite interesting. Flea cannot understand why Diva runs away every time that someone enters the courtyard. A miscommunication soon turns into a budding friendship.
Diva loves listening to Flea's stories about the wondrous sights of Paris. She admires his bravery and courage and decides to become an explorer too. Does this curious canine have what it takes to make it on the streets of Paris? Can Flea conquer his fear of brooms and the humans that come with them? Most importantly, will Diva and Flea's friendship survive despite their vastly different backgrounds?
I absolutely love this book! The story reminds me of a mixture of Disney's Oliver and Company with a dash of Madeline. While I have not been to Paris, I can definitely relate to the bond that Diva and Flea share. My husband and I rescued a two week old kitten from the middle of main street in our town and our three-legged dog, Penny, immediately bonded with the kitten and began raising her.
This story has so many fantastic themes woven intricately within the chapters. I also love how the story is told from both Diva and Flea's perspective. It is truly magical to see how their individual lives come together to create a relationship that each hadn't thought possible.
Tony DiTerlizzi's illustrations are enchanting. Readers of all ages will fall in love with the adorable Diva and Flea. I am also blown away by the detail that DiTerlizzi puts into each image. His buildings are simply incredible! I almost felt as if I was in Paris, smelling the scent of coffee and freshly baked bread.
I would highly recommend this book to readers ages 8 to 108! This classic story of friendship, courage and discovery will surely be treasured for years to come. I think it would also make for a fantastic movie or television series.
Norbert and Lil Bub What Can Little We Do? Book Review
Two
of the world's most beloved animal celebrities team up in this
heartwarming adventure entitled Norbert and Lil Bub What Can Little We
Do? by Julie Freyermuth, Mike Bridavsky and Virginia Freyermuth. Norbert
is a three pound certified therapy dog on a mission to make the world a
better place by bringing smiles to all he meets. While enjoying a day
at the park, a flying saucer touches down right next to Norbert!
A strange creature by the name of Lil Bub emerges. This peculiar kitty has come from outer space with a mission all her own. She wishes to help animals with special needs. Lil Bub has been sent to Earth to find a man simply known as "that dude."
Together, Norbert and Lil Bub embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Will they be able to see past their differences and accomplish their goals?
I found this book to be a fun fantasy read. I do wish that the book would have gone into more depth about Norbert and Lil Bub's charity work and volunteerism. The illustrations are a combination of oil paint and combined mediums to create truly unique images that readers of all ages will love.
I have had the extreme honor of meeting Lil Bub in person twice. She is the calmest cat I have ever seen! Mike Bridavsky is a true animal lover who definitely has a big heart. I hope that Lil Bub will continue to share her adventures with the world.
A strange creature by the name of Lil Bub emerges. This peculiar kitty has come from outer space with a mission all her own. She wishes to help animals with special needs. Lil Bub has been sent to Earth to find a man simply known as "that dude."
Together, Norbert and Lil Bub embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Will they be able to see past their differences and accomplish their goals?
I found this book to be a fun fantasy read. I do wish that the book would have gone into more depth about Norbert and Lil Bub's charity work and volunteerism. The illustrations are a combination of oil paint and combined mediums to create truly unique images that readers of all ages will love.
I have had the extreme honor of meeting Lil Bub in person twice. She is the calmest cat I have ever seen! Mike Bridavsky is a true animal lover who definitely has a big heart. I hope that Lil Bub will continue to share her adventures with the world.
Norbert and Lil Bub's First Book!
Lil Bub really is a magical kitty!
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