Collect Raindrops by Nikki McClure (Abrams, $29.95)
The beauty of Nikki McClure's work lies in her simplicity. This volume is a collection meant to be left on your coffee table. It is like taking a long deep breath to browse through the celebration of ordinary moments which are illustrated on each page.
Flour by Joanne Chang (Chronicle Books, $35.00)
Yum! Joanne Chang at her best as a pastry chef complete with a degree in applied mathematics and economics from Harvard. But, surprise of all surprises, you too can create these wonderful masterpieces. I did...my sister really liked it (what are sisters for but to do taste tests?)
Never Forget Journal by Gina Triplett (Chronicle Books, $9.95)
We have many wonderful journals but this is one of my favorites. The cover design invites one to express all inner desires within its decorated pages.
The Tree That Time Built selected by Mary Ann Hoberman and Linda Winston (Jabberwocky, $19.99)
As a mother, some of my most delightful moments were spent reading collections of poetry to my children which were memorized with such ease. The Tree That Time Built comes complete with an audio CD of many of the poets reading their own work.
Castle in the Sky directed by Hayao Miyazaki (Walt Disney Studios, $29.99)
Take a break on Mother's Day, or at the end of any full day, and watch this wonderful family movie.
May 2011, Janet Elfant
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