According to an article I read recently,  grandparents are vying for grandchildren’s attention and spend at competing rates to “buy” attention.  Are you one of these?  Or are you a grandparent who brings simple pleasures and laughter to your grandchildren’s world?
In today’s society, do children feel grandparents only care for them if  buying the kids “things,” like electronic games, taking them to movies and attractions, or using restaurants with entertainment and toys in the meals?  If so, how do youngsters obtain these ideas?
Where have gone the days that grandparents and children worked and played together with simple activities.  I do mean …read more

Did you enter the contest for the book Simple Pleasures? I got quite a few wonderful comments about this contest, and I think it’s because in this busy world we are all looking for just a few moments to give us peace. I hope this book is able to do that for our winner! And the winner is….
Amber G.!

Amber said, “This sounds like a book that could put a smile on my face and help me appreciate what I have in life instead of stressing about the small stuff.”
I couldn’t have said it better myself! …read more

I saw the book, Simple Pleasures, and thought it was perfect for Blisstree readers. It is filled with ideas, projects, activities, stories, and inspiration quotations that help you appreciate life. It’s just one of those books that helps you recharge when you’re feeling low.

I’m giving away a copy here. To enter, leave a comment on this post by Wednesday, May 20th. I’ll choose a winner at random and announce the lucky guy or gal the next day.
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On a hot summer day, there is nothing quite so soothing as being able to jump into the shower with something that smells this good. This little kit features seven sample sizes that have scents that sound delicious… Strawberry, Sour Apple, Blue Icing, Watermelon, Vanilla, Orange Swirl and Very Berry. And all of this will only cost you ten bucks. I would say that you are more than worth it!

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