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Book Nook: The Good Slope

Motherhood Moments

“The Good Slope (Apprentice House, 5/2/23)” is a new collection of essays by writer and journalist Elizabeth Rau that details her unexpected plunge into motherhood in middle age, her Midwest upbringing, and her years spent writing for The Providence Journal. I remember the day my doctor told me I was pregnant with my older son.

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Sustainable Gift Giving this Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

My son was delighted with the used sewing machine my mother bought for him. For years, my son happily used the scarf I knitted for him. We found a toy car made from recycled materials for my young nephew, and I once received a journal made with recycled paper. Frugal and Personal Birthday Gifts. Buy Vintage.

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