On Finding Treasures

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All Hallow's Read will be upon us soon and we are gearing up for another fantastic evening in the neighborhood. We have bookplates ready to place and another quick addition this year. 

When waiting for our youngest to get done with percussion lessons, made a quick stop in a nearby book store to see if there was anything to pick up. There was a box on the floor filled with all sorts of books for young children, just exactly in the age ranged that we need. I asked the proprietor, "Tell me about this box of books." She told me all about they had been brought in but not really gone through yet. I shared with her about our yearly Halloween tradition of handing out books and the next thing I know, that box is in my hands and ready to come home with me.

So, many thanks to Monarch Books and Gifts for the timely donation. Please check out the store/website and let them know that their generosity is appreciated. 

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