Birthdays

This past year, I reflected on what to buy for 14 grandchildren. I decided that I wanted to spend time with my grandkids as well as let them choose something that they could use that possiblly the neighbor friends and parents would not give them for their birthday. I also wanted to give them something that would help them to read better and be with them for more than the day of their birthday. I came up with the thought of buying them a book or books depending on the price. I have been taking them on their birthday or as close as possible to the bookstore. I am hopeful that this can be a tradition for the future as well. Barnes and Noble, although a little expensive, has been a hit and appears to be the best atmosphere to sit around, browse, read books and spend an afternoon. I think the "kids" enjoyed it as much as I did and spending time one on one was more fun than I ever imagined.