Guest post: Mad Passions
Posted on | October 4, 2013 | 3 Comments
While I'm away in Italy I asked a few friends/fellow bloggers if they would help keep Pleasure in the Pathless Woods running, and they all agreed! A mighty thank you to each of you!
I'm so excited to feature a guest post from a friend and fellow blogger, Melanie. She blogs over at Mad Passions, and I can't get enough her great book recommendations, fantastic craft ideas, and of course her little man Connor. I started reading her blog probably 5 years ago when I was reaching out to others experiencing infertility, and her writing always hit so close to home. I'm so happy for Melanie as she too got her miracle babe who is just 2 months older than Hazel. I love this post, and particularly love the second book she mentions because I too find myself crying every time I read it to Hazel. Thanks Melanie!
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For as long as I can remember I have had two constants in my life: a love of books and reading and a burning desire to become a Mother. So I guess it was only natural for me to start collecting books for my child when I was 18. It didn't matter that I wouldn't become a Mom for almost 20 more years, I just knew that my kid needed a library.
It wasn't until I finally got pregnant, after a heartbreaking 4 year struggle with infertility, that I realized my kids book collection was lacking in baby books. I have a ton of books for beginner readers, older readers and some amazing picture books but there were absolutely no board books. I quickly learned from my son that babies were not interested in books as much as they were interested in ripping paper.
After learning the hard way, Connor now has a nice collection of baby appropriate books. I thought I would share 3 books that are always asked for in our house.
I LOVE this book. The illustrations are adorable and the story is simple and sweet. With verses from the heartfelt "I am your carrot sticks; you are my licorice. I am your dandelion; you are my first wish." to the silly "I am your calm face; you are my giggle. I am your wait, you are my wiggle." You Are My I Love You is a book that Connor loves and laughs with and it is a book that made me cry every time I read it when he was newborn. It is my go-to book for any baby shower I am invited to.
This next book is one I had heard about and seen but had never actually read until my Mother gifted it to Connor on the day he was born. On the Night You Were Born is another book that made me cry (great big sobbing tears) every time I read it. It is so beautifully written and the pictures are fantastic with all sorts of magical imagery and words written in. Connor loves this book as well but I think he likes it so much because his Mommy is so funny when she reads it.
My husband bought this book for Connor and they both find it hilarious. I love watching James read to his son and I swear he actually becomes the bear. He puffs up his shoulders and gnashes his teeth and ROARS and chases Connor around the room. Nothing beats a book that engages both the parent and the child! This story is about 4 friends (lion, zebra, moose and sheep) who are looking for a warm place to play. Little do they know that a very cranky bear is sleeping in their cave! Hilarity ensues when 3 of the friends try to "cheer" up the bear but in the end it is simple plain sheep that saves the day. Right from the start this book is sure to get your little one giggling with "In the Jingle Jangle Jungle on a cold and rainy day, four little friends found the perfect place to play."
I'd love to hear what books are favourites at your house! Please share in the comments below.
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- April
- I am a RN & natural momma in the Pacific Northwest, married to a beautiful man I adore. Nature is my niche, animals get me. I read and I write, I hike and I love photography. Welcomed our daughter Hazel Annan earthside in February 2012 after three years of infertility & our second miracle daughter Juniper Louise in April 2014.
October 4, 2013 at 3:56 PM
We'll have to check out that bear book! I think it would be a hit over here! I love My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss, and even though it's a bit larger than a board book, I also love I Love You Through and Through. It's printed on heavier paper and Isla hasn't destroyed it...yet!
November 25, 2013 at 8:58 AM
Looks like a fun list--I'm always searching for new favorites!
December 24, 2013 at 1:40 AM
I also adore kid's books!
My GrandDarling toddlers are 2 1/2 and 3, so *generally* do okay with books with pages. One they ADORE is Dr Seuss' "Pale Green Pants" (with NObody inside them!)