I have to share a highlight of my week! I was asked to come read my book in person to a great group of first graders in Lockhart, Texas, and of course, I agreed to share the story of Bernie's Escape from Ong Island. As...
As Spring is “springing” up across the country, here’s a reminder straight from my book @BerniesEscapefromOngIsland. Think of it as a preview before you run over to my website to purchase it. 🏃📕 Litter is no laughing matter. Check out my previous posts that dig into...
Try Skipping the Straw today! Thanks to a group of teenage activists called the Coral Keepers, we celebrate the effort at least once a year. Though, I know that many people celebrate it every day! Many inventive people have created options for us to consider using...
It’s almost time for traditional “Spring Cleaning” but I want to get a head start. So here I am, challenging you to join me as I declutter and donate items during February! I’ve made a list of categories and things to focus on—there is one for...
Who has a sweater (or two) that they don’t use anymore, or don’t even fit anymore? Between my husband, children, and myself, I could easily find eight sweaters in our home that are just taking up space in our closets. If any of those sweaters are...
😵 Have you ever been worried about what to do to help the ocean, but you don’t live on the coast? 😵 It can feel hopeless. A person can feel helpless. I encourage you to shake off that climate anxiety and read this guide pictured below;...
Hi friends, readers, and followers! I’m making plans to share Bernie’s story with all of you this year! 💡📗 I would love to hold a reading of my book, Bernie’s Escape from Ong Island, just for you! 🎉 This could be at your school during library...
Who loves a good chalkboard sign? Who loves businesses driving sustainability efforts? Well, check out this signage from Island Joes! It was spotted this weekend down in Corpus Christi, TX by one of our followers and readers, Abby. People can use a pick-me-up after picking up trash,...
The benefits of reading a book are seemingly infinite. Here are some of our favorite benefits that we have seen firsthand in our family. 📗 An improved imagination! 📗 Many children have a vivid imagination, and reading stories helps to develop that part of the brain. We...
For our 100th post, I did something extra special. Follow us on Instagram to enjoy a 100-photo reel tribute to the puggle that started this whole environmental journey: Bernie! 🐶🌎💞 Bernie, we all love you so much. We particularly love how you are an inspiration for...