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Our featured story is Beautiful Boy by Crystal. And be sure to read Amazing Grandparents by Debbie Shelton.

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"OK, time for some serious catch up ... I've reminded myself a gazillion times, I am doing this for me and my kids to create a record for them. So I will persevere, although I think this entry is going to be a bit choppy as I absolutely must get some things down on paper (ha) before they are gone from my memory entirely." Read more of Bonnie's diary. See all the Moms Today diaries here.

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"How had I not read this book? OMG! Zoo debate, religion, adventure, humor! I can't put it down! I still totally disagree with his pro-zoo attitude in the beginning of the book (not sure if it changes later on), but it's still hard to find fault with the person arguing that it's in the best interest of the animal." See what book she's talking about here.

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