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Artist, teacher. Loves laughter. Beloved of dogs. Helper of horses. Impressed by those who follow their bliss. More impressed by people who are kind. She/her
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A drawing by a 5-year-old girl detained at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas with her mother Hayam El-Gamal. “I am 5 years old” is written at the top of the page. Lower down, next to stick figures, are the words “let us go.” Courtesy of Eric Lee, Lee & Godshall-Bennett, LLP
January 29, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Independent bookstores! When I taught elementary, mostly ages 7 -13, Kidsbooks in Vancouver gave suggestions that always went over really well — they have a good website, ship, and will chat over the phone too

That said, don’t forget to get Calvin & Hobbs so it’s ready when they are
January 25, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Sadly I only know this because one of the kindest people I know in Ottawa lost a son to the toxic drug crisis and is now a broken hearted force for change. They move within similar spheres of influence
January 23, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Yes and I believe his sister still lives there. She has been a driving force behind this
January 22, 2026 at 10:17 PM