It was after Christmas Eve dinner, and the kids gathered around the big tree in the playroom. All wearing their best. They start checking out the labels and to squeeze and shake to try to guess what’s in there. “You are suppose to say “may” and “please”, but […]

It had been a beautiful day. Nora and Emily had spent most of it outside, and had even brought Pooh and Piglet with them. Naturally the talking turned to the stories about Winnie the Pooh. Nora was rather imaginative, as is common for kids her age. Naturally if […]

With the holidays upon us and lots of quiet days to fill with wonder, the kids luckily have a love for books. They all cuddled up close to the fire, even the cat and the pup. They all picked up their favorites, and for a while it was […]

For those of you who have been keeping a keen eye on my picture series this holiday season, you would know that Alvin, after discovering a load of presents in the fairy forest, has been working hard to make the kids happy this Christmas. Meanwhile the resident fairies […]

We have come a long way here at the “orphanage” since Thumbelina was a lone little girl. There is always someone to play with, and most have been reunited with siblings and cousins. There are lots of books and toys, and plenty of space if you need a […]