DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE TO THE OVER 50 CROWD: Hotels: Men and women over 50 may have extra time on their hands once their kids go off to college and then begin careers and families of their own. Many such adults use that extra free time to travel, which requires staying in hotels. Many hotels offer discounted rates to travelers over the age of 50.
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EXPLORING SOLAR ELECTRICITY
Solar panels are seen more and more on roofs of residential homes and even some businesses. Due in part to more aggressive marketing by solar energy companies, as well as greater awareness by customers, solar energy has become increasingly popular in recent years.
The Solar Energy Industries Association® reports that solar energy in the United States is booming. The association offers that, since the passage of The Solar Investment Tax Credit in 2006, solar has experienced a compound annual growth rate of more than 60 percent.
While many might assume that environmental preservation is the driving force behind the growing popularity of solar energy, it’s actually the financial benefits of solar energy that are leading the way. One Block Off the Grid polled nearly 200 solar homeowners to learn more about their motivations for going solar. Roughly 75 percent would not have gone solar if there was no economic benefit to doing so. A number of people who have switched to solar say they are getting a high rate of return on the investment. The average electricity bill a person saw prior to solar energy hovered around $177 a month. After the conversion, bills were now as low as $55.
HOW EVERYDAY PEOPLE CAN CUT ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Maintain appliances and replace older ones. While reducing reliance on energy-thirsty appliances is a great way to reduce energy consumption, no one needs to throw away their refrigerators. Instead, maintain appliances so they are not forced to work harder, and thereby consume more energy, to function. Routinely clean the filters on window air conditioners, replacing them if they’re worn down. In addition, have HVAC units serviced annually to ensure they’reoperatingatpeakcapacity. Replace older appliances, includingrefrigerators,thatareno longer effective.
WAYS TO MAKE HOMES
Improving traction around the house also can minimize falls. Throw rugs and runners can be made more secure with nonslip rubber backings. Bath rugs can reduce slipping on wet surfaces in the bathroom. Also, nonslip mats can be used inside of showers and bathtubs.
Use shoe trays to reduce puddling from melting snow or rain runoff in entryways. Mop up spills quickly, and consider the use of matteor textured-finished flooring to improve stability underfoot. Promptly remove snow and ice from driveways and walkways. For those who live in cold climates, heated concrete can help melt precipitation before it accumulates.
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easy to track in dirt and other materials on your shoes that become imbedded in carpeting. At least once a year, rent or enlist the surfaces of carpet and upholstery cleaners to give floors a thorough cleaning. You may be surprised at how clean and fresh a home looks and smells once rugs and carpets are deep-cleaned. You also can make a dry carpet cleaner using baking soda, corn starch and desired fresh herbs for fragrance. Sprinkle and then vacuum up after a few hours.
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According to the U.S. Department of Energy, well-designed landscapescansavehomeowners enough energy to make the projectspayforthemselvesinless than eight years. The DOE notes that homeowners’ landscaping strategies should be dictated by the climates in which they live. For example, homeowners who live in hot, arid regions should employ landscapes to shade their homes’ walls, windows and roof, while those who live in cool regions should make sure their landscapes are not blocking the winter sun from reaching their homes’ south-facing windows.
TheDOEalsoadvisesthatshading is the most cost-effective way to reduce solar heat gain in a home, noting that well-planned landscapescanreducepreviously unshaded homes’ air conditioning costs by as much as 50 percent. The DOE also notes that, in treeshaded neighborhoods, summer daytime air temperature can be up to six degrees cooler than the air temperature in treeless areas. Homeowners considering adding trees to their landscapes should know that deciduous trees shed their leaves annually, which meanstheywillblocksolarheatin thesummerbutallowsunlightinto the home in winter. That’s ideal for homeowners who live in regions where temperatures climb in summertimebutdropconsiderably in winter. Homeowners who want year-round shade might consider evergreen trees and shrubs.
DOG-RELATED LAWN DAMAGE
Dogs love spending time outdoors. Dog owners with yards know that dogs benefit greatly from some exercise in the backyard. While that time might be great for dogs, it can take its toll on lawns.
Dogurineandfecescanadverselyaffectthelookandhealthofalushgreen lawn. Nitrogen is essential to healthy soil, but only at certain levels. When those levels are exceeded, the result can be lawn damage. According to The Spruce Pets, an advisory site that offers practical tips and training advices to pet owners, this is what happens when pets frequently urinate on grass. Urine is naturally high in nitrogen, so when pets urinate on lawns, the grass might turn yellow or brown due to the excess nitrogen content. Nitrogen also is present in lawn fertilizers, further exacerbating the problem for pet owners who fertilize their lawns.
In addition to urine damage, dogs can trample frosted grass, contributing to problems that may not become evident until spring, and get into areas like gardens where they wreak additional havoc.
OTHER
PROBLEMS THAT CAN LEAD TO LAWN DAMAGE
Lack of sunlight: All plants need the proper ratio of sunlight to grow. Too much sunlight and plant blades can scorch. Too little sunlight and grass may turn brown and die. Although there are shade-tolerant varieties of grass, homeowners also can explore alternative landscapes. Work in a garden bed or create a design that utilizes gravel or mulch. Avoid aggressively pruning back trees to give the lawn more sunlight in that area, as this may just damage the trees.
ROOFING & SIDING
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THIS SPRING, IT’S ALL ABOUT THAT BASS FISHING -AND YOUR BASIC GEAR
BRING THE EXTRAS. This could include a life vest,cooler or,if you happen to be a smokeless tobacco user,a portable spittoon like those offered by Flasr. The Atlantabased company prides itself on creating the first-of-its-kind portable spittoon that is small enough to fit in your pocket and carry along wherever you go -whether it’s fishing on a lake or hunting in a blind. Its advanced closing mechanism ensures that it stays securely closed, eliminating the riskof spillsand leaks.
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Magic Maze
IN, ON OR AT
Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. e two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.
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21-April: “Secrets of the Penguins” (Docuseries)
22-April: “Andor” (Season 2)
23-April: “The Challenge” (Season 40)
24-April: “You” (Season 5)
24-April: “Étoile” (Season 1)
25-April: “Havoc” (R)
25-April: “Babygirl” (R)
25-April: “Pokémon Horizons: The Search for Laqua” (Season 2, Part 2)
25-April: “WondLa” (Season 2)
these recipes from the American Egg Board at Easter or anytime!
CLOUD EGGS
Ingredients:
2 large eggs
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup Gruyere cheese (grated)
Instructions:
• Preheat oven to 450°. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Separate egg whites and yolks, placing egg whites in large bowl and yolks in small bowl.
• Season egg whites with salt. Using electric mixer, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in grated cheese.
• Spoon egg whites into 2 mounds on prepared baking sheet. Add a small dent in center of mound with back of a spoon. Bake for about 3 minutes or slightly golden.
• Place egg yolk gently in center of each egg white cloud and season with salt. Bake for about 3 minutes or until yolks are just set.
2 Eggs = 13 Grams of Protein Eggs are a complete protein source, because they contain all nine essential amino acids!
BREAKFAST STRATA
Ingredients:
4 slices of dense white or whole-grain bread
4 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp dried thyme or oregano
6 slices Canadian-style bacon (chopped)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions:
• Place bread in single layer in greased 8-inch square baking dish.
GRANOLA MUFFIN FRITTATAS
Ingredients:
8 large eggs
2/3 cup milk
3 1/2 cups granola with nuts and dried fruit
Instructions:
• Heat oven to 350°F. Generously coat inside of 12 paper cupcake liners with cooking spray, then place liners in muffin pan.
• Beat eggs, milk and thyme in medium bowl until blended, then pour over bread. Sprinkle with bacon. Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 minutes or as long as overnight.
• Heat oven to 350°F. Remove strata from refrigerator, uncover and let stand while oven heats.
• Bake, uncovered in center of oven, for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and strata is puffed, golden and firm in center, about 5 minutes longer.
EGG FACTS
2/3 of the Fat Found in Eggs Is Unsaturated. Healthy fats help our bodies absorb nutrients, and support healthy brain and nervous system function.
• Beat eggs, milk and salt in bowl until blended. Add granola, mix well and spoon into cupcake liners.
• Bake at 350°F until wooden pick inserted in centers comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove cups from muffin pan, cool on wire rack and enjoy warm.
Leftovers can be quickly warmed up in the microwave for a fast and easy breakfast on the go.
Source: Egg Farmers of Canada
Most of the Nutrients in Eggs Are Found in the Yolk! These include iron, folate, vitamins A, D, E, B12 and more.
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TOP 5 EASTER CANDIES!
Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs
Easter M&Ms
Jelly Beans
Chocolate Bunnies
Cadbury Creme Eggs
What does the word Easter mean? Another theory suggests that the word ‘Easter’ originated from the German word for ‘East,’ also meaning dawn.
The most common Easter tradition is dyeing Easter eggs, including a lot of fun activities such as egg rolling and egg hunts. Flying kites and games like leapfrog are also popular, as well as games associated with the Easter bunny.
Chocolate and other candy, especially bunny- or egg-shaped ones are widely consumed. Pastel colors like pink, baby blue, and lilac are associated with this day and are seen everywhere on clothing, dyed eggs, and at events.
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TECH TO TAKE ALONG ON YOUR NEXT ROAD
TRIP
Chargers: Many people feel their devices are extensions of themselves, but such devices won’t be of much help if they are routinely running out of power. Bring along several chargers that can be plugged into your car so you and your passengers can keep your smartphones and other devices running throughout the trip. Though the idea of going off the grid might seem enticing, leaving the world behind is less romantic when you need roadside assistance or are in search of a restroom or a place to pull over and grab a meal. If you want to disconnect from the world, you can always switch your phone to airplane mode. But keeping the phone charged can help in case of emergency.
polltime
With the first all-female space crew in more than 60 years launching this week, all eyes are to the sky and possibilities of human space exploration in the future. If you had the means and opportunity to launch into space, would you?
- Yes
- Maybe
- No
Poll ends 04-22-2025
Poll ended 04-15-2025
The Rochester area and Finger Lakes region is known for their vibrant festivals, scenic attractions, and events throughout the year, especially as the weather warms up. As we come out of hibernation this year, what do you look forward to exploring in the next few months?
30.0% Exploring nature in our beautiful region
5.0% Celebrating holidays and cultural traditions in the community
15.0% Discovering something new around the region
15.0% Supporting local farmers’ markets and street fairs
35.0% Letting spontaneity guide the way this season
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If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant; if we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome. ~ Anne Bradstreet
By Fifi Rodriguez
1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What do you call a person who has lived to the age of 100 years?
2. HISTORY: When were cigarette commercials banned from American television?
3. MOVIES: Whose life is depicted in the movie "Raging Bull"?
4. U.S. STATES: In which state are the Catskill Mountains located?
5. TELEVISION: Which long-running TV drama was set in Cabot Cove, Maine?
6. MEASUREMENTS: How long is the ancient measurement called a cubit?
7. FOOD & DRINK: What is a dish called Cullen Skink?
8. CHEMISTRY: A diamond is composed of which single element?
9. GEOGRAPHY: What country is home to the Baffin, Victoria and Ellesmere islands?
10. ANATOMY: What is another name for the condition called "piloerection"?
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4 REASONS TO TRAVEL MORE
In addition to eating healthier, exercising more and getting more sleep, many people resolve to travel more at the dawn of a new year.
Travel is much more than leaving one’s home. It’s about setting habits aside, escaping comfort zones and trying something different - and doing so in a different location.
In its latest World Tourism Barometer, the United Nations World Tourism Organization found that 1.184 billion tourists traveled outside their countries’ borders for at least one night in 2015. Europe, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas all recorded around a 5 percent increase in international arrivals that year. Europe was particularly popular, perhaps hedged by a weaker euro against the American dollar and other currencies. The U.S. Travel Association says that direct spending by resident and international travelers in America averaged $2.7 billion a day.
Millennials may be leading the travel-enamored pack. The United Nations estimates that 20 percent of all international tourists, or nearly 200 million travelers, are young people, and that the millennial demographic generates more than $180 billion in annual tourism revenue. The U.N. also reports that millennials are more interested than older generations in traveling abroad as much as possible.
Infrequent travelers or those who have never traveled may not understand why heading to parts unknown is so appealing to so many people. The following are just a handful of reasons why travel is so enticing.
10. Goosebumps.
7. Scottish soup made of smoked haddock, potatoes and onions. 8. Carbon. 9. Canada.
1.5 feet.
"Murder, She Wrote."
New York.
Jake LaMotta (played by Robert De Niro).
A centenarian. 2. Jan. 2, 1971.
1. Engage the mind. Staying mentally active over the course of a lifetime promotes long-term health. Navigating unfamiliar places or reading a foreign language while sitting in an international country can engage the brain and get synapses firing. The Mayo Clinic reports that higher cognitive activity endows the brain with a greater ability to fend off brain pathologies, such as disease and dementias.
2. Connect with new people. Travel opens a person up to not only new experiences, but also new people. English poet John Donne penned the famous line, “No man is an island,” which underscores the importance of having friends and making new acquaintances. Research conducted by the University of Michigan found the act of talking with people in a friendly way can improve a person’s memory, suppress external and internal distractions, and encourage people to see things from another person’s perspective. It doesn’t hurt to broaden one’s social network, either.
3. Build confidence. Leaving one’s comfort zone can be a great way to bolster one’s self-esteem. Navigating cultural boundaries and overcoming those boundaries may be initially intimidating, but doing so can make a person more confident and more adaptable to change.
4. Develop opinions. Until a person visits a place in person, he or she only has third-party information to form opinions. Visiting a city or country for the first time can offer a more complete perspective.
Travel gives people the chance to rest, explore, meet new friends, and make lasting memories.
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Being Insistent About a Scan Saves the Life Of a Cancer Patient &body mind
DEAR DR. ROACH: About 12 years ago, I had a scan done to look for the cause of a problem that I was having for many months: pain in my abdomen and vomiting. (It turned out to be Barrett’s esophagus, which was found with a scope.) Fortunately for me, I read the report from the scan. The report said there was a spot on my kidney that ought to be checked in a year. I was very busy at the time, and my doctor retired, so I had to find another one. Five years went by, and one day during a routine visit with my doctor, I remembered the report and asked my new doctor for another scan. She said she couldn’t order a scan without a reason. I then told her about the report from five years ago, but she did a cursory look at my papers and said she could not find it. I asked her to keep looking. She looked again, found it, then ordered a scan.
This move saved my life. The scan showed something larger than before. I went to Johns Hopkins Hospital and met a very good doctor who told me there was an 80% chance that I had cancer, and we should forgo a biopsy and remove it. He did this, and the cancer was fully contained. I didn’t have to do chemotherapy.
It has now been five years with yearly scans and no problems in my kidney. Please encourage people to read their reports. -- F.B.
ANSWER: : Although doctors should read these carefully and act on them appropriately, important findings can be overlooked sometimes. You are absolutely right that you are your own best health advocate, and you did the right thing by bringing the finding up to your new doctor.
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hometown events
There’s so much happening at your local libraries!
ACommunityBreakfast is held on4thSaturdaysfrom9-11am.All arewelcomeforfoodandfellowship.Afreewillofferingis accepted.EastBloomfieldUnited MethodistChurchat2ParkPlacein Bloomfield.
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Hats off to all the local peaceful protesters who gathered April 5th to express concerns about disruptions to federal programs such as Social Security, Medicaid, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Veterans Affairs, and the Affordable Care Act.
Anticipation
Music has a big impact on my life. And all it takes sometimes is a simple thought or word or phrase, and I’ll start singing, mostly in my head, but also out loud, a song that matches the idea. Carly Simon’s “Anticipation” comes to mind for this time of year... the advent of Spring. Sing along!
Live calls
Why is it that no live person answers your calls any more? How can every company be experiencing a higher volume of calls all at the same time? Alexander Graham Bell is rolling over in his grave right now.
STOP means STOP, not Yield
PSA: STOP signs mean you come to a complete stop before proceeding when it’s your turn to go. It seems most drivers consider STOP signs as YIELD signs instead. I’ve almost been hit by numerous drivers just gliding through. Sure, some slow down a bit, but it seems brakes are not even applied. Please stop at STOP signs.
Why does a local restaurant bother to stay open? The hours are never the same, they close in the middle of the day. We have driven 20 minutes to find it closed. The food is very good, prices are fair. BUT, they aren’t going to make it if this is a routine.
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TO PROTECT YOUR HOME WHEN YOU’RE AWAY
Stay silent while you’re away as well. Social media silence should be continued while you’re on vacation as well. No matter how tempting it may be to share photos from an exotic location, such posts could catch the attention of all the wrong people. A recent report from MetLife indicated that 35 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 34 check in from their locations via social media. That can alert criminals that
is manning the fort back home.
SENIOR NEWS LINE
By Matilda Charles
A New Internet Scam
I’d thought I could identify an internet scam when it showed up, but there’s a new one out now. It’s slick and potentially dangerous if you fall for it.
It’s called the CAPTCHA scam. CAPTCHA stands for “completely automated public turing test to tell computers and humans apart.” They are those annoying interruptions when you’re trying to access a webpage. You typically have to click a box to prove you’re not a robot.Then you have to type in the skewed letters on the screen and click all the parts of the streetlight, or car or bus or whatever the image is. All this before it allows you to go to the page you’re trying to see.
The newest scam is that these CAPTCHAs are spreading malware in your computer with every step.
This is a sneaky scam because we’ve been lulled into complacency about those CAPTCHA verification tests, and we might tend to just click on it to get through it. Things are different now. If you come across a CAPTCHA, check the address of the webpage by looking for “https” to be sure that little “s” is present.
Here’s how the scams work:
You might be instructed to download a file or to press certain keys.
Or, after completing the first step, you might end up on a fake webpage that looks a lot like the one you were trying to get to.
Once you get through the steps, malware is installed on your computer without you knowing, and its job is to hunt for personal information on your machine.
If you suddenly get a CAPTCHA popping up when you don’t expect it, back out of the page. Don’t go there.
Even if you’re sure you’re safe, don’t download anything that a CAPTCHA steers you to.
And as always, keep good virus protection on your computer. (c) 2025 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Earth Day Milestones
1970
First Earth Day celebration takes place in the U.S.
1990
Earth Day Canada is established, and a worldwide campaign mobilizes 200 million people in 141 countries to observe Earth Day.
2009
The United Nations recognizes Earth Day as International Mother Earth Day.
2020
Earth Day celebrates its 50th anniversary.
Eco Facts & Figures
Environmental Champions
Gaylord Nelson
A former U.S. senator, he is considered the founder of Earth Day.
Abhay Kumar
Poet, diplomat and writer, he penned “Earth Anthem,” widely considered to be the official song of Earth Day.
Rachel Carson
Writer of 1962’s Silent Spring, a book describing the impact of pesticides on the environment, she is considered by many to be the founder of the modern environmental movement.
Wangari Maathai
Environmental activist and founder of the Green Belt Movement in Africa, she helped plant over 30 million trees.
Chico Mendes
A conservationist who ignited international support for rainforest preservation in Brazil, he was assassinated for his work in 1988.
279 billion tons of ice per year was lost by Greenland between 1993 and 2019, while Antarctica lost about 148 billion tons annually.
Source: NASA
15 billion trees are cut down worldwide each year.
Source: National Geographic
1 reusable bag = 600 plastic bags
One reusable bag can prevent the use of 600 plastic bags in its lifetime.
Source: National Geographic
1 mile of walking = 1 pound of pollution prevention
Every mile walked instead of driven keeps nearly one pound of pollution out of the air.
Source: National Geographic
450 years is the potential breakdown period for a plastic bottle.
Source: National Geographic
30% increase in the acidity of surface ocean waters has been recorded since the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. Source: NASA
passages
Richard T. Slade
April 10, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Richard T. Slade, on April 10, 2025 at the age of 72 surrounded by family.
He was predeceased by his parents, Richard L. and Verna Slade and sister, Patty East.
Survived by his loving wife, Jane, of 52 years, Dick was a proud father to Shea (Rebecca) Slade of Honeoye and Sara (Aaron) Graham of Bloomfield and a cherished Papa to his four grandchildren, Tyler and Abigail Graham and Payton and Kylie Slade. A loving brother to Darlene (Dan) Robbins and cherished by many family and friends.
Born in Rochester, NY to Richard L. and Verna Slade of Honeoye Falls, NY. Graduated from Honeoye Falls-Lima Central School in 1971 before marrying Jane Cavalier.
Dick worked for many years at Eastman Kodak and Enarco in Honeoye Falls.
Dick was a devoted husband who always put the needs of his family first. He was a constant presence of love, strength and support in all of our lives.
Dick will be remembered for his warm heart, kind spirit, quiet strength, nonjudgmental soul and the love he gave to his family and friends.
At home, his greatest happiness came from time spent in his shop, visiting with his family and close friends and having a beer together. He always had a project going.
Dick’s children and grandchildren were the light of his life and he supported their many activities.
No prior calling or services will be held. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories, which we will all share at his Celebration of Life Gathering, which will take place during the summer; when the grass is green and sun is shining.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Richard Slade’s memory to Richmond Fire Department Ambulance, PO Box 469, Honeoye, NY 14471.
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Discussthedeathofyourlovedone.TheAPAnotesthatavoidingtalkingaboutadeceased loved one can lead to isolation and a disruption in the healing process.Speaking about the death of a loved one can help individuals understand what happened, and that understanding can facilitate the healing process.
Avon Teacher Sara Brown Pens Heartfelt Stories that Inspire Kindness in Young Readers
BY SUZIE WELLS
I have learned so many valuable lessons and enjoyed so many special moments with my students and publishing my books is how I can share those experiences with the world.
SARA BROWN
In the cozy corners of Avon Central School’s pre-K classrooms, children are not just learning their ABCs –they’re discovering the power of empathy and kindness, thanks in part to their devoted teacher,
Brown, a Livonia graduate, went ontoHoughtonUniversityforher BS in Education, SUNY Geneseo for her MSEd as a Reading Teacher, and earned her Graduate Certificate from Johns Hopkins University in Mind, Brain, and Teaching. She taught for nine years at Lima Christian School and now has spent nearly two decades teaching kindergarten and pre-kindergarten in Avon.
She says she draws deep inspiration from experience in the classroom and with her published children’s books, she seeks to instill kindness and empathy in young children and encourage them to practice these virtues in their daily life.
Brown’s latest children’s book, Definitely: A Story of Kindness and Empathy, released in March, delivers a poignantmessageaboutcompassionandunderstanding in a way that young children – and the adults reading with them – can definitely connect with.
She explains that “Definitely grew from the story of one group of students who were particularly empathetic and kind. at year, I was touched on a daily basis by the way they cared for each other. at kind of empathy is rare in children so young... I knew I wanted to share their story and the kindness of their hearts. Definitely was written for them and about them and I hope that through its pages, others will understand how small acts of kindness and understanding can impact others in very big ways.”
Brown’spassionforstorytellingdatesbacktoherown childhood in Lima, where she remembers teaching and telling stories to a class of stuffed animals and toy dolls under a willow tree when she was five. at cherished memory launched her career inspiring real students and later became the namesake for her imprint, Willow Tree Tales
Her love of reading began early, too, with books like A Child’s Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson and e Poky Little Puppy leaving lasting impressions. She fondly recalls kindergarten rest time spent practicing her alphabet and listening to stories featuring alphabet puppets.
Brown’s writing process is rooted in real-life classroom experiences. Many of her stories begin as funny or heartwarming moments shared with her family at the end of the school day. She jots down ideas, develops a rough manuscript, and eventually refines the story through rounds of peer feedback and professional editing before publication.
Before Definitely, Brown launched her Madelyn and Miguel’s Language Learning Journey series –books inspired by her pre-K students’ experiences learning new languages. When she couldn’t find the right teaching resources, she created them herself. Illustrator Uliana Barabash brought the stories to life, and what began as Madelyn’s Crayons blossomed into a four-book set. Now, Brown is working on a companion series featuring Madelyn’s brother, Miguel.
Brown finds herself consistently incorporating themes of kindness and connection within her children’s books, and she says that’s because as children develop their sense of self and relationships with other people, “Books give them a safe place to talk about big feelings, practice conflict resolution, and explore new ideas.” She adds that her pre-K students love to talk about their pets, so they unsurprisingly integrate stories about people and their pets.
Beyond the pages of her books, Brown’s love for children and education is evident, as she says, “My favorite part of being a teacher is my students... watching them work so hard at wondering, problem-
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solving, trying new things, exploring new ideas... the growth young children make in a single year is astounding... much of their learning is done through play and exploration and they typically find so much joy in that process. ey light up with surprise at discoveries, love celebrating successes together, and their enthusiasm is contagious!”
To Brown, publishing is all about sharing stories that matter. “I have learned so many valuable lessons and enjoyed so many special moments with my students and publishing my books is how I can share those experiences with the world,” she says.
“Your children are beautiful and precious,” she tells the community. “We can value the kindness in their hearts and encourage them to share it with others. Read books with your children and talk about the lessons within the stories. Listen to your children, learn from them, and encourage them to tell their own stories. Learn your children’s gi s and encourage them to work hard at things that inspire them. Applaud their effort. It will rarely be perfect on the first try... just keep going and don’t give up!”
Brown recently shared her books at the Young Readers Festival in Hemlock, and she is coordinating events at local libraries. To stay updated or connect, find her on Facebook (Sara Brown Books) or reach out via email at hello@sarabrownbooks.com.
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Scrapes and Cuts
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have an adventurous Shorthaired Pointer named “Gordie” who loves running through the woods behind my home while I walk behind him. He occasionally comes back with scrapes and cuts. I want to share with your readers how I take care of his minor injuries, and when a vet visit is necessary.
Most of the time, Gordie’s scrapes are very minor. I always check him when we get back to the house, because he can easily pick up ticks, too. I remove any clinging ticks and kill them right away. I check the pads under his paws, and run my hand along his coat to remove burrs. If he has a scrape on his side or paw, I clean it with warm water, disinfect it and put some antibiotic ointment on it. If it’s a place where he can scratch or lick, I cover it with a gauze bandage for a couple of days.
Last month, Gordie limped over to me with a deep laceration on his left front paw pad. Fortunately, we weren’t far from home. I carried him inside and gently looked at the injury. It wasn’t bleeding too badly, but the cut was very deep, and trying to clean it was very painful for him. This time, we had to see the vet. I wrapped his paw in gauze to protect it and off we went. The vet stitched him up, and Gordie has to wear a lampshade collar for the next week or so to let it heal.
I hope my story will be helpful to readers. -- Tyler N., Dracut, Massachusetts
DEAR TYLER: This is very helpful! Best wishes to Gordie for a speedy recovery. Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.
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