Category: Crafts, Hobbies & Home

#NorthupNews – Organization

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Crafts, Hobbies & Home, Health, Fitness & Dieting, Mental Health, Non-Fiction & Educational, Wellness & Self Help

I had a feature, called Julie’s Jewels, on Norns Triad Publications’ blog. I used it to share tidbits about my life, which I tied into book suggestions (because you know I love books). I thought it might be fun to do something similar here. Hence, the birth of this series, #NorthupNews. The cool thing is that my … Continue reading #NorthupNews – Organization

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Sticker Day

by J.M. Northup, posted in Crafts, Hobbies & Home, FEATURE, Holidays & Observances, Non-Fiction & Educational

LEARN MORE Today’s observance is celebrated on January 13th in honor of R. Stanton Avery‘s birthday. You might wonder why while recognizing “avery” as something related to labels. Well, this is because Mr. Avery created the American inventor who created the self-adhesive label, which is a sticker. This observance resonates with me because I have fond memories … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Sticker Day

#NorthupNews – Teddy Loses His Ears

by J.M. Northup, posted in Author/Book Spotlight, Book REVIEWS, Children's Book, Crafts, Hobbies & Home, Literacy, Middle Grade Lit, Non-Fiction & Educational, Women Writers, Young Readers

I had a feature, called Julie’s Jewels, on Norns Triad Publications’ blog. I used it to share tidbits about my life, which I tied into book suggestions (because you know I love books). I thought it might be fun to do something similar here. Hence, the birth of this series, #NorthupNews. The cool thing is that my … Continue reading #NorthupNews – Teddy Loses His Ears

#BooksForTheHoliday – August 2nd is National Coloring Book Day!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Children's Book, Crafts, Hobbies & Home, Holidays & Observances, Middle Grade Lit, Non-Fiction & Educational, Young Readers

Learn more about NATIONAL COLORING BOOK DAY from nationaldaycalendar.com I loved coloring as a child. I spent many happy hours doing it, and I have great memories of coloring/drawing with my Great Uncle Chuck. I don't do it enough as an adult, but I do enjoy watching my grandkids color, as well as joining them … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – August 2nd is National Coloring Book Day!

#BooksForTheHolidays – Today is National Go Fishing Day!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Crafts, Hobbies & Home, Holidays & Observances, Marine & Ships, Nature & Biology, Non-Fiction & Educational

Lear more about NATIONAL GO FISHING DAY from nationaldaycalendar.com Fishing... I'll be honest - this has never been my thing. I don't like to touch the fish or worms, and I cry at the idea of killing the worms or minnows to traumatize something I might just toss back. Still, I value hunting and fishing … Continue reading #BooksForTheHolidays – Today is National Go Fishing Day!