Peabody’s Posts

Whoever said, “Writing is fun?” Well, whoever said it probably didn’t attend graduate school or doctoral studies. Because in college and grad school – WRITING WAS NOT MUCH FUN! Today, however, writing is fun once again and I have the privilege of writing for children – which makes writing even MORE FUN! In writing for children, my mind is alive and busy with circus-like activity. Throughout the day (and night) – my mind envisions incredible new story lines and memorable and exciting new characters.…

Be sure and get a copy of Dr. Peabody’s latest book: Pint-Size Pauley and the Giant Volcano – available now at Amazon, Ingram Spark, and all major bookstores. This is a wonderful children’s story about self-esteem and discovering how to be happy just being yourself.     UPCOMING BOOKS: Cosmo and Casper Find a New Home Cosmo and Casper Climb Pike’s Peak Cosmo and Casper Visit Hollywood Tattle Tell Tina Tells a Tall Tale Snortin’ Orton and His Humongous Schnozzola! Grrranimals: Birds of the Air! Grrranimals:…

Just read a great article from Wall Street Insanity highlighting (9) good reason why we should view the world through a child’s eyes. Here’s the link: http://wallstreetinsanity.com/9-reasons-why-you-should-view-the-world-through-a-childs-eyes/ The following are fabulous reasons “why we should view the world through a child’s eyes.”  Doing so will change how we see ourselves and the world.  These “pearls of wisdom” can help every adult and parent lead more productive and fulfilling lives.  Are you ready? 9 Reasons Why You Should View The World Through a Child’s Eyes  Everything…

No doubt, at some point in our lives, in our daily conversations with family and friends, we have fondly recalled “the good old days” – remembering how it used to be. Stuart McAllister in his book: Ah, the Good Old Days describes it this way: “Nostalgia is an interesting thing. It embellishes our memories and makes the past look and feel so much better than it really was. I have a relative whose skill as a storyteller is almost unsurpassed. Names, dates, and places are poured forth with…

“Fund for the Future of Our Children“ FFC’s Vision Fund for the Future of our Children (FFC) envisions today’s youth as tomorrow’s leaders for peace. Our mission is to nurture those future leaders. FFC trusts deeply in the creative vision of youth. We see our role as supporting young dedicated visionaries who are already taking on the “mission impossible” task of creating a peaceful world. Since 1993, FFC has promoted this vision through a variety of projects. Highlighting human diversity and children’s creative talents, FFC…

I recently read a story of an eight-year-old boy who was playing left field in a Little League game. As he was standing out there in left field all by himself, a man yelled, “Hey son, whose winning?” The little boy replied, “WE ARE!” “What’s the score?” the man asked. The little boy said, “They’re ahead 23-0.” “You mean the other team is beating you 23-0? Well, I’m confused. I thought you said that you were winning.” “Oh we are,” said the little boy: “You…