Welcome to my blog

Welcome to my blog, I am an artist turned illustrator/author of childrens educational coloring books.Because I believe we live in the best country in the world, I want children to learn about our country in a way they will enjoy. I think all kids like to color (even in our electronic world). While doing research for the books I learned that many parents don't know a lot about our country themselves, Some said to me " I should get the books for myself ". So I decided to do this blog, featuring each state as I research and illustrate it for the books. It is a fun way for young and old to learn about different states. Check the Visit the U.S.A. page.

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

" Visit" Arizona with Grandma Joy , Grandpappy Happy and the grandchildren

After getting rid of a big bad computer virus, I have uploaded the Arizona coloring book for you to see.
Go  to Visit the U.S.A. -Arizona page and enjoy.

Friday, March 25, 2011

Speaking of spring ! !

I do LOVE SPRING ! But I honestly don't like spring cleaning . I got to thinking about all the stuff we throw away when we clean, and how I was raised to "recycle" before the word was even used.When I clean my closet, if I have old clothes that don't fit or I just don't wear , I always give to Safe Nest. But I have thrown away a lot of old clothes that are not good enough to wear. So I had this bright idea, why not cut out the good part out of the garment and make patchwork quilts for the homeless.My mother always made quilts out of old clothes.So that is my new project for when I'm sitting watching TV with grandpappy Happy at night. Why not  you give it a try !
I'm also thinking of making a Video to show kids how to make things out of things they would normally throw away. I want to teach them to "do things constructive" and at the same time be helping others. What do you think of the idea of the Video ? Let me know.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Spring is in the air.

It's a sure sign spring is in the air, my freesies and tulips are blooming, and my lettuce, radishes and brussel sprouts are popping their heads out.
HAPPY SPRING !

Friday, March 18, 2011

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Grandaughter Jeffri

My grandaughter Jeffri, who is all grown up now with a husband, came last weekend for a vist. Her husband Gary is a Rugby player and they had a game here. His team WON ! ! Yeah !!!

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Introducing Grandma Joy and Grandpappy Happy

When I decided to create educational coloring books, I wanted them to have a positive  happy feeling with love. And I thought what is more loving than good grandparents. So I decided the books would be a kind of " family adventure" featuring a grandma and grandpa with their grandchildren.
My hope is that the books will help bring families closer together and at the same time teach the children.
I am not an educator, but a mother and grandmother with lots of love for all children.