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ann schneider's avatar

I am so incredibly happy that I am on Substack and have therefore found you. Your information is such a help to me since I don’t get to spend much time at our house in Serenbe… although I want to be there all of the time! Thank you so much!

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Gina Kawalek's avatar

Ann, this makes me so happy to hear—thank you! That’s exactly why I started writing Life at Play. I wanted a way to bottle up the magic of this place for those who can’t be here all the time. So glad it’s landing with you 💛

Let me know if there’s anything you ever want me to cover!

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ann schneider's avatar

I forwarded the piece to my daughter, with whom I own the little house in Mado. I keep telling her to get involved on Substack… maybe this could make that happen. I am very excited about the pork!

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Angela Brown's avatar

First off, I absolutely LOVE that you focused on Chris and Julie this week. They are unsung heroes. Thank you for giving them some time in the spotlight!

Second, the Mercy Watson series is the BEST beginner chapter book series! We started it at around 2.5 and it was perfect. The character development and rich language use are just top notch for instilling a love for read alouds from the start.

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Gina Kawalek's avatar

Omg yesss thank you!! Buying the Mercy Watson series now and adding it to the list above! Can’t wait to read it with Rory. And yes, Chris and Julie are total gems. So glad you loved this one 💛.

Anyone else you’d love to learn from or hear their story? I’m always taking notes.

Also—one day I’m coming for you! I know you are a wealth of info for parents!

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