Author Archives: umpleby

There was an article in the New York Times today about “The Banned Books Your Child Should Read” .   Reading the article took me on a time machine ride back to the 90’s when I was living in New York … Continue reading →

We took the Christmas decorations down yesterday in the cafe so I am blue today.  I always hate saying good bye to the festive season of hope and joy known as Christmas.  I really do love the nutcrackers and sparkly … Continue reading →

Happy New Year!  Welcome 2017!  Let’s hope it is a prosperous and peaceful one for all of you! Let me start the New Year by letting you know that we are on instagram or should I say umpstagram!  The link … Continue reading →