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I wouldn’t recommend this book to just anyone. B

I wouldn’t recommend this book to just anyone. But I found it interesting and learned A LOT about the history of the medical profession. It makes me so grateful for what we have now.

I had read other books about Florence Nightengale and a few things about other esteemed professionals in medical history.

This one focuses on Dr. Lister (a recognizable name for which Listerine is named after). He was a pioneer, along with his father, in the science of using the microscope. When it was first invented, it was primarily a gentleman’s toy, something only the rich could afford and use as a hobby.

Young Lister marveled at his father’s work with the microscope and combined it with his own passion for science and medical research.

Lister soon claimed there were such things as microbes in the air—germs. He was scoffed at!

In his day, surgeries were often performed on awake patients in theaters with audiences. Surgical tools were passed from one procedure to the next without sanitization. Doctors wore the same blood-spattered clothes from one patient to the next.

To go to the hospital or to have surgery was usually a death sentence to the patient. If they survived the procedure, they often died later from infection.

Morbidly fascinating, this book is a well-researched historical account. If you’re interested in this topic, the book is well written and documented.

#thebutcheringart #historyofmedicine #history #historygenre #lister #mrsladywordsmith #booksthatmakeyouthink

Now more than ever we need Kindness Ambassadors. W

Now more than ever we need Kindness Ambassadors. Who's with me?!⠀
⠀
Name one kind thing someone has done for you. Maybe it was a stranger. Or maybe it was a friend or family member.⠀
⠀
One of the kindest things someone has ever done for me came from a complete stranger. When my oldest son was very young, I often took him on stroller rides. One day, a man I did not know approached me on the sidewalk, gave me a rose, and thanked me for being a good mom to my little boy. He said he knew that motherhood was sometimes tough, and he wanted me to know how much he appreciated my efforts and sacrifices to stay home with my child. His kindness meant the world to me, and I'll never forget it. His words were just what I needed to hear.⠀
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What memorable, kind thing has someone done for you?⠀
⠀
#kindnessmatters #bekind #optimism #betheone #makeadifference #positivequotes #mrsladywordsmith #wordsmatter #saysomethingnice

This isn’t just another book about overcoming tr

This isn’t just another book about overcoming trauma. I’ve read several. This is a true story about a clinical therapist who was EXTREMELY abused—emotionally, sexually, physically—as a child. Her reality was harsh and beyond bleak.

As an adult with a successful career and family, she finally sought clinical help from another therapist to help heal from her childhood traumas. On the outside, everything appeared to be fine, but she needed to break down the barriers her trauma continued to cause.

Dr. Christy Kane, the author of this well-written account, interviewed and compiled these two stories. Information is sensitive and both parties wish to remain anonymous, while giving Dr. Kane their blessings to write this account—so others may learn from the journey of healing that counseling can facilitate.

The book is now available on Amazon. If you wish to read it too, please obtain a copy. I’d love to hear what you think of it.

To me, it very much reminded me of the book Educated, by Tara Westover. Childhood abuse, self-education, rising up against the odds.

@dr.christykane

#booksontrauma #traumarecovery #traumahealing #drchristykane #booksworthreading #mrsladywordsmith

A while back, I read a great series about a potter

A while back, I read a great series about a potter. I thoroughly enjoyed the three books about Niederbipp, starting with the first title “Remembering Isaac.” @niederbippboy

The books are just so unique, full of fabulous quotes, a series of pottery pictures that look like a mini movie when you flip the pages fast. All of that plus a great storyline and young, clean romance made me live them.

During and after my reading, I kept thinking about my long-held desire to try my hand at making pottery.

Somehow I never got the experience in all my years of schooling. So I signed up for a class and thoroughly loved it!

When my boys heard about my experience, they wanted to try too. I didn’t want them to be 50, like me, when they finally had the opportunity. So I signed them up!

I enjoyed photographing my oldest son as he formed his first bowl. I took several pictures of both boys, but this first one really captures the experience for me. It shows care and detail.

Have you been inspired to try a new skill from something you’ve read about? I’m sure you have. Please share. I’d love to hear.

#booksthatinspire #potterybook #booksthatteach #inspiringbooks #mrsladywordsmith

Summer is officially here. My son has been begging

Summer is officially here. My son has been begging me for years to let him do a lemonade stand 🍋. Since last year was a bust, I let him open for business first thing this summer!

What things are you now doing and enjoying that you couldn’t during the pandemic?

For me, it somehow seems like a new start. It’s like there are so many things to do, so many people to see, so many places to visit?

What’s on your summer fun list?

#summer2021 #sohappy #makelemonade #makelemonadeoutoflemons #mrsladywordsmith

I found this on a decorative plate at a home show.

I found this on a decorative plate at a home show. Sure wish I could find where to buy it or make one myself. I love this quote. I’m inspired by words, and these help me want to do better.

What quote inspires you?

#quotestoliveby #inspiringquotes #ralphwaldoemerson #dobetter #bebetter #bebettereveryday #mrsladywordsmith

Congratulations to our high school graduate! Class

Congratulations to our high school graduate! Class of 2021. Since well before kindergarten, Morgan has overcome TONS of challenges. He’s amazing, and we’re so proud of him. He’s already pursuing a career in IT, and his future looks bright.

A special thanks to all the special teachers who helped him along his academic journey. We couldn’t have done it without you! 👨‍🎓

#classof2021 #persistencepaysoff #nevergiveup #wecandohardthings #mrsladywordsmith

Sometimes book learning just isn’t enough. Yes,

Sometimes book learning just isn’t enough. Yes, I really said that. 🤣 We have several books on space 💫🌏🪐 here at the house. But the best way to learn about our galaxy (aside from becoming an astronaut) is to study about it at science-based venues.

We’re fortunate to have an amazing planetarium in our community.

What’s near you? Where do you take your kids to experience what they read?

#readingwithkids #readingexperience #learningaboutspace #summerreading #summerreadingforkids #readwithkids #lovetoread

Cute planter idea! I need to find a spot in my gar

Cute planter idea! I need to find a spot in my garden for one of these. ❤️

#bookgarden #bookcrafts #mrsladywordsmith

This fun place near me stopped me in my tracks. 🌈 It’s at a fun shopping plaza that has a wonderful food court, tons of fun murals and art displays, plus a central play area with a splashpad.

An idea came to mind. This summer, I’m going to choose a variety of PLACES to read my books.

This one is at the top of my list as it also provides comfy outdoor seating and shade.

Maybe you’d like to read in fun places too! 👏🏻 Where will you go?

Is there a neat park nearby, the beach or mountains? Maybe you’ll read poolside or lakeside.

What are your ideas? 💡
🌴🏕⛵️📚📖☀️

#booknook #placestoread #summerbook #summerbooks #summerreading #readoutside #mrsladywordsmith #creativereading

I have always loved the beauty of Maya Angelou's w

I have always loved the beauty of Maya Angelou's words. How magnificent that her influence lives on.

#mayangelou #bestquotes #sundayquotes #mrsladywordsmith #wordstoliveby

We buy these for our children, but do you read the

We buy these for our children, but do you read them too? They’re so helpful—and short.

I picked this one up the other night and enjoyed relearning about the event. Did you know that with today’s dollar value the tea that was dumped would be worth $1-2 million? No wonder it was an impactful protest!

#chapterbooks #chapterbooksforkids #mrsladywordsmith #whatwasbooks

New children’s book from my friend Heather Davis

New children’s book from my friend Heather Davis @heathershelpfulstories

Not only is this book beautifully illustrated, but it teaches the all-important message of getting along and having mutual respect even when we have disagreements.

This book will help you have a timely discussion with your children about working together with others.

Link in her bio for more information. 💜

#heathershelpfulstories #mrsladywordsmith #helpfulstories #childrensliterature #childrensbooks #booksworthreading

It's time for many of us to send out those graduat

It's time for many of us to send out those graduation announcements and wedding invitations. But are you unsure how to address your last name or those of your recipients? Do you add an apostrophe? Let me show you how to tell. LINK IN BIO.⠀
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#grammartips #weddinginvitations #graduationannouncements #wordsmith #mrsladywordsmith

So this just arrived! I’ve been so interested to

So this just arrived! I’ve been so interested to read it. Have any of you read it yet? 👍 or 👎?

Generally speaking, I like Oprah and many of her ideas. I know nothing about the doctor/coauthor on this book.

I’ll be cracking it open soon and posting a review. Stay tuned ...

#oprah #oprahwinfrey #oprahbookclub #whathappenedtoyou #mrsladywordsmith

❤️ this mural in SLC! I love that it’s inter

❤️ this mural in SLC! I love that it’s interactive, prompting visitors to write down what they’re grateful for.

This Mother’s Day, I’m grateful for my mother, of course. 🌸 As adults, we are two very different people. But we share a love for gardening 🌱, family history 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, and pies 🥧.

🧑‍🎨: @annlettering

#mothersday #gratitude #gratefultomom #gratefulthoughts #mrsladywordsmith #tomoms

Cutest way to store bookmarks!!! I have a bazillio

Cutest way to store bookmarks!!! I have a bazillion of them shoved in a drawer. I think I’ll bring them out and show them off in a cute pot. PLUS they’ll be out where I can see and USE them—instead of some random scrap of paper or receipt, my typical go-to. 🤦🏼‍♀️🤣

#bookmarks #bookmark #bookmarksofinstagram #bookmarkers #bookmarker #mrsladywordsmith #booklover #youcanneverhavetoomanybooks

I spotted this clever paper upcycle craft. The art

I spotted this clever paper upcycle craft. The artist used pages from a desktop calendar. ❤️

Have you ever made something like this?

#papercrafts #upcycled #mrsladywordsmith

Reading hack! Is it hard to see small print? If yo

Reading hack! Is it hard to see small print? If you don’t have your readers handy, you can use your smartphone. It has a magnifying option. 🔍

Iphone: Go to settings. Then accessibility, then magnifier. Flip it to on. Then when you click the home button three times, the camera will open as a magnifying glass 🔍 with a zoom function.

Android: Turn the feature on in settings, accessibility, vision, magnification. Then open the camera and tap the screen three times.

I’m so excited! This will come in handy for reading menus and other small-print items when I’m on the go and don’t have reading glasses handy.

🔍🔍🔍🔍🔍🔍🔍🔍🔍🔍

Please share and tag to help me spread the word on this great tip. Thank you!

#readinghacks #bookhacks #lifehacks #lifehacks101
#magnifyingglass #readingglasses #mrsladywordsmith #oldeyes #visuallyimpaired

Affect vs Effect. Can you tell the difference, or

Affect vs Effect. Can you tell the difference, or does this one trip you up? ⠀
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Link in bio.⠀
#grammartips #grammar #affectvseffect #grammar #grammarpolice #grammarmatters #englishgrammar #grammarrules #grammarnerd #mrsladywordsmith

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I wouldn’t recommend this book to just anyone. B

I wouldn’t recommend this book to just anyone. But I found it interesting and learned A LOT about the history of the medical profession. It makes me so grateful for what we have now.

I had read other books about Florence Nightengale and a few things about other esteemed professionals in medical history.

This one focuses on Dr. Lister (a recognizable name for which Listerine is named after). He was a pioneer, along with his father, in the science of using the microscope. When it was first invented, it was primarily a gentleman’s toy, something only the rich could afford and use as a hobby.

Young Lister marveled at his father’s work with the microscope and combined it with his own passion for science and medical research.

Lister soon claimed there were such things as microbes in the air—germs. He was scoffed at!

In his day, surgeries were often performed on awake patients in theaters with audiences. Surgical tools were passed from one procedure to the next without sanitization. Doctors wore the same blood-spattered clothes from one patient to the next.

To go to the hospital or to have surgery was usually a death sentence to the patient. If they survived the procedure, they often died later from infection.

Morbidly fascinating, this book is a well-researched historical account. If you’re interested in this topic, the book is well written and documented.

#thebutcheringart #historyofmedicine #history #historygenre #lister #mrsladywordsmith #booksthatmakeyouthink

Now more than ever we need Kindness Ambassadors. W

Now more than ever we need Kindness Ambassadors. Who's with me?!⠀
⠀
Name one kind thing someone has done for you. Maybe it was a stranger. Or maybe it was a friend or family member.⠀
⠀
One of the kindest things someone has ever done for me came from a complete stranger. When my oldest son was very young, I often took him on stroller rides. One day, a man I did not know approached me on the sidewalk, gave me a rose, and thanked me for being a good mom to my little boy. He said he knew that motherhood was sometimes tough, and he wanted me to know how much he appreciated my efforts and sacrifices to stay home with my child. His kindness meant the world to me, and I'll never forget it. His words were just what I needed to hear.⠀
⠀
What memorable, kind thing has someone done for you?⠀
⠀
#kindnessmatters #bekind #optimism #betheone #makeadifference #positivequotes #mrsladywordsmith #wordsmatter #saysomethingnice

This isn’t just another book about overcoming tr

This isn’t just another book about overcoming trauma. I’ve read several. This is a true story about a clinical therapist who was EXTREMELY abused—emotionally, sexually, physically—as a child. Her reality was harsh and beyond bleak.

As an adult with a successful career and family, she finally sought clinical help from another therapist to help heal from her childhood traumas. On the outside, everything appeared to be fine, but she needed to break down the barriers her trauma continued to cause.

Dr. Christy Kane, the author of this well-written account, interviewed and compiled these two stories. Information is sensitive and both parties wish to remain anonymous, while giving Dr. Kane their blessings to write this account—so others may learn from the journey of healing that counseling can facilitate.

The book is now available on Amazon. If you wish to read it too, please obtain a copy. I’d love to hear what you think of it.

To me, it very much reminded me of the book Educated, by Tara Westover. Childhood abuse, self-education, rising up against the odds.

@dr.christykane

#booksontrauma #traumarecovery #traumahealing #drchristykane #booksworthreading #mrsladywordsmith

A while back, I read a great series about a potter

A while back, I read a great series about a potter. I thoroughly enjoyed the three books about Niederbipp, starting with the first title “Remembering Isaac.” @niederbippboy

The books are just so unique, full of fabulous quotes, a series of pottery pictures that look like a mini movie when you flip the pages fast. All of that plus a great storyline and young, clean romance made me live them.

During and after my reading, I kept thinking about my long-held desire to try my hand at making pottery.

Somehow I never got the experience in all my years of schooling. So I signed up for a class and thoroughly loved it!

When my boys heard about my experience, they wanted to try too. I didn’t want them to be 50, like me, when they finally had the opportunity. So I signed them up!

I enjoyed photographing my oldest son as he formed his first bowl. I took several pictures of both boys, but this first one really captures the experience for me. It shows care and detail.

Have you been inspired to try a new skill from something you’ve read about? I’m sure you have. Please share. I’d love to hear.

#booksthatinspire #potterybook #booksthatteach #inspiringbooks #mrsladywordsmith

Summer is officially here. My son has been begging

Summer is officially here. My son has been begging me for years to let him do a lemonade stand 🍋. Since last year was a bust, I let him open for business first thing this summer!

What things are you now doing and enjoying that you couldn’t during the pandemic?

For me, it somehow seems like a new start. It’s like there are so many things to do, so many people to see, so many places to visit?

What’s on your summer fun list?

#summer2021 #sohappy #makelemonade #makelemonadeoutoflemons #mrsladywordsmith

I found this on a decorative plate at a home show.

I found this on a decorative plate at a home show. Sure wish I could find where to buy it or make one myself. I love this quote. I’m inspired by words, and these help me want to do better.

What quote inspires you?

#quotestoliveby #inspiringquotes #ralphwaldoemerson #dobetter #bebetter #bebettereveryday #mrsladywordsmith

Congratulations to our high school graduate! Class

Congratulations to our high school graduate! Class of 2021. Since well before kindergarten, Morgan has overcome TONS of challenges. He’s amazing, and we’re so proud of him. He’s already pursuing a career in IT, and his future looks bright.

A special thanks to all the special teachers who helped him along his academic journey. We couldn’t have done it without you! 👨‍🎓

#classof2021 #persistencepaysoff #nevergiveup #wecandohardthings #mrsladywordsmith

Sometimes book learning just isn’t enough. Yes,

Sometimes book learning just isn’t enough. Yes, I really said that. 🤣 We have several books on space 💫🌏🪐 here at the house. But the best way to learn about our galaxy (aside from becoming an astronaut) is to study about it at science-based venues.

We’re fortunate to have an amazing planetarium in our community.

What’s near you? Where do you take your kids to experience what they read?

#readingwithkids #readingexperience #learningaboutspace #summerreading #summerreadingforkids #readwithkids #lovetoread

Cute planter idea! I need to find a spot in my gar

Cute planter idea! I need to find a spot in my garden for one of these. ❤️

#bookgarden #bookcrafts #mrsladywordsmith

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