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7/15/2015

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I suspect my dear momma was haunted by these words each and every night: "Tell me a story, Mommy", yet she never let me down.
 
As such, I'm convinced Mom would have loved the writing of Kim Thompson, AKA Sunnie Day of Graceful Intentions, as much as I do. Mom had a way of weaving wisdom into whatever story she read me as I was drifting off into dreamland. By learning the morals in these stories, I developed early strategies for a positive and decent lifestyle.

I recently read my own autographed copy of Kim's book.  It's called For the Love of Peeps, and can be purchased from Laurus Publishing or Amazon.

I knew I'd love it as I had already read this charming story filled with life lessons when Kim originally published her 'baby', in a book called Sunnie and her Peeps. In a recent re-release of the book, illustrator, Grace Metzger Forrest, puts a whimsical spin on each of the characters - including purple nail polish on young Sunnie - in the 'new and improved' revision, published in Spring, 2015.

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PictureAuthor, Kim Thompson (AKA Sunnie Day)
Right away, Mom would have approved of the story line.

Sunnie, growing up in the tiny town of Roosterville, with her momma, dreamed of having a family of baby chicks - "peeps", if you will.  And her momma was fine with this dream - just as long as Sunnie saved her pennies...

And so she did, quite faithfully - learning the importance of working very hard for what you want in life... Before long, Sunnie had saved enough pennies.  What a happy day!

Enter Mr. Clucker, the kind chicken store man. He taught Sunnie so much about peeps - and everyone who reads this book, myself included! Sunnie was blessed with the gifts of receptivity to learning, an open mind and a respect of differences - and she selected six very cool, but very different chicks to call her own - three brown and three black in color.

I immediately fell in love with each of Sunnie's peeps: the intellectual Maggie; maternal Anna; beautiful Lola; adventurous Paris; fun - loving Blondie and laid - back Caroline.

Through thick and thin ('and' meeting Chrissy the Beagle...!), these chicks respected each others' differences while protecting each other at all costs.  They quickly learned to develop trust in the caring Sunnie - who treated them with love and kindness every day.

This story teaches patience - that we all grow up 'despite ourselves'.  I won't spoil the ending but it's eggsactly what "I" was dreaming of...

So, in conclusion, Kimmie, you can tell me a story any ol' time you wish!  I give this book (and 'have' gifted it, thank you very much) a 5-star recommendation for readers of all ages!
Your writing is a gift...and so are you... ☺

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Sunnie Day's website: Graceful Intentions

Before you go...

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Here's what's happening this week in the Weeblyhood: 
  • Death of the Bumble Bees via WarnerWords

  • A Tribute To My Flip Flops: A Different Kind of Memorial via Graceful Intentions

  • Ka-Ching! YouTube Schoolin' via flashPress

Spoiler alert...even more coming up in a 'feature' interview on Kim Thompson in this upcoming Sunday's Inspiration Station!
Thank you for your visit today and wishing you a peaceful week.

Mar

28 Comments
Shauna
7/15/2015 03:00:04 am

What an adorable book! I love the theme and illustrations. I appreciate Sunnie's purple nail polish. Although I don't paint my fingernails, my toenails are never without a coat of purple polish.

This sounds like a wonderful children's book. Way to go Kimmie!

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Maria link
7/15/2015 12:49:56 pm


This book is adorable and wonderful too - Kimmie did a phenomenal job! Great to see you, my dear Sha.

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Lois W. Stern link
7/15/2015 03:08:49 am

What a charming theme. And everyone who knows me knows how much I love stories with inspiring messages!

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Maria link
7/15/2015 12:51:07 pm

Thanks, dear Lois - I thought you would love this!

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Ruby link
7/15/2015 04:00:20 am

Hello Mar. I just gave my sister Mary my copy of Sunnie's first book, ' Sunnie and her peeps. ' It was a delightful read. I'm sure she'll pass it on to her grandchildren. Her new book sounds like another fun read. Have a great day!
Love, Ruby

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Maria link
7/15/2015 12:53:30 pm

How thoughtful of you, dear Ruby! I'm sure Mary's grandchildren will love Sunnie's book.
Hope you are having a peaceful week. Love you too, mar

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Mike
7/15/2015 04:31:19 am

For the Love of Peeps,is a colorful and delightful read. Our Sunie Day and her illustator teamed up to make a real winner with this colaboration. Laurus Publishing must be growing by leaps and bounds because of Sunnie Day.

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Maria link
7/15/2015 12:55:32 pm

I totally agree with you, Mike - wonderful to see you here today!

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femmeflashpoint link
7/15/2015 04:55:19 am

Prof. Mahreer,

This is one of my fav kids books, and I'm so thrilled to see it revamped and brought back better than ever! Kimi's talent totally shines in this story and being a farm girl myself, who grew up raising all sorts of animals, including several herds of PEEPS, which are correctly called "flocks" but herds sounds more cool *grin!*) I had big love for this book the first time I read it.

When I saw it all decked out in its new clothes I loved it even more. The big, bright illustrations are awesome and so happy Kimi's was able to get her rights back and have it republished into a much richer and flattering physical copy.

Great review and congratulations to Kimi!

femme

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Maria link
7/15/2015 01:03:56 pm

Your remarks are 'spot on', dear femme. I'm also thrilled that Kimmie got her rights back, resulting in this charming remake.

Thanks for your support and assist as well - Love and hugs, mar

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Sannel link
7/15/2015 05:49:04 am

Hello Maria,
I know how much it meant for Kimmie to get her rights back and have her loving "Peeps" republished again. I have not had the chance to read this book yet, but it sounds like a wonderful children's book and it's definitely on top of my wish list. Thumbs up for the colorful and adorable cover. Congratulations Kimmie! I wish you the best of success with the book sales.
Thank you Maria for a most delightful review.
Take care!
My love and hugs from Sannel and sunny Crete.

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Maria link
7/15/2015 01:06:27 pm

Thanks for your sweet, thoughtful and supportive comments, dear Sannel...hope you are relaxing and resting a bit in sunny Crete.

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Kimmie
7/15/2015 06:10:45 am

Dearest Maria and all my dear friends who have left such sweet comments. I truly am blessed for this wonderful review and all the heartfelt comments. Many of you were with me at the beginning when my little chicken book first made its debut. I was so happy to be able to revamp it and make it all I dreamed it to be. If I never write again my heart feels full knowing the Peeps have been published once again. Thank you Maria for sharing my story.
Love you all
Kimmie

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Maria link
7/15/2015 01:11:43 pm

WE LOVE YOU TOO, dear Kimmie and those PEEPS too... :))

Thanks for being you and sharing your writing and your friendship.

I'm glad your heart feel full but please keep writing...aren't I selfish (LOL)? Love you and hugs, mar

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Peg Cole link
7/15/2015 08:48:32 am

Sunnie's book is beautifully illustrated and a sweet story to help teach values to children. What a great review, Mar.

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Maria link
7/15/2015 01:15:46 pm

Thanks, Peg - I agree Sunnie's book is superb. Great to see you.

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Martie link
7/15/2015 10:34:32 am

Dear Mar, this is a beautiful review of Kim's aka Sunnie Day's book 'For the Love of Peeps'. I would love to buy one for my grandchildren. Unfortunately it has to be a Kindle, as you know the service of South Africa's Post Office is likely to be the worst on this planet. What a shame! Could Sunny please give us links where we can buy her book?

I give you five stars for this review :)

Hugs,

Martie

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Maria link
7/15/2015 01:19:45 pm


I am sadly aware of your PO system, dear Sista.
I'll be sure to send you the link to Kimmie's book and will put in this post as well.
Always so glad when you stop by 'the hood'. Love you, mar

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Vicki
7/18/2015 02:15:34 am

Dear Maria,and Kimmie,
I enjoyed reading about this book, and will definitely keep it in mind for any small people who come my way!
Maria, congratulations on this beautiful review.
Kimmie, so glad you succeeded in this, and that it fils you with so much happiness.
Great teamwork, and I love that!

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Maria link
7/19/2015 01:28:02 pm

Dear Vicki,
Thanks for stopping by and for your supportive remarks. This is a wonderful book to keep in mind for the younger set on your gift list, I agree. Wishing you a peaceful evening. Love and hugs, Maria

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Genna East
7/19/2015 03:40:14 am

Thank you Maria and Sunnie. I plan to purchase this for my granddaughter. Hugs. :-)

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Maria link
7/19/2015 01:29:47 pm

Your granddaughter will love Sunnie's book, dear Genna - so lovely to see you... :)

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Gail Sobotkin
7/19/2015 02:45:53 pm

Dear Maria,
Enjoyed this review and think the cover of this book is whimsical and gorgeous! Will buy it as a gift for a special young lady I know.
Dear Sunnie,
Good luck with this new and beautifully illustrated edition of "For the Love of Peeps." The story sounds delightful.

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Maria link
7/19/2015 10:39:06 pm

Dear Gail,
I had a feeling you would appreciate this book as I did. Your special young lady will greatly appreciate "For the Love of Peeps".
Thanks for stopping by and have a great week. Love, Maria

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Mary link
7/21/2015 03:46:39 am

How delightful! I have two little grandchildren who will certainly enjoy this, especially my grandson whose other grandmother has chickens!
Wishing you fantastic success Kimmie and of course Maria, you do us all a favor by reviewing here.

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Maria link
7/21/2015 12:21:28 pm

Dear Mary,
This book is really educational, as well as utterly adorable - I think your grandchildren would love it.....
...'almost' as much as I am gonna love reviewing your wonderful book when it is 'hot off the press'...or should I say books... :))

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Mary link
7/22/2015 02:01:05 am

Children's book first. Novel currently on the back burner until the children's book is published.

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Maria link
7/23/2015 07:22:55 am

Sounds like a plan, dear Mary ... :)

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