Good Morning,
Usually I will write about what is going on with my book but I had such a great week at Book Bums that I decided that they would be the subject of my writing today.
For those of you who don't know Book Bums is a very cute reading/coffee shop/gathering place in West Chester, Ohio on Cincinnati-Dayton Road, right in front of St. John's Church. The owners are probably two of the nicest people I have ever met, Mike and Christy Williams. They provide a great comfortable space to read, drink coffee, or just play with the kids. There is a lending library and toys and games avaiable for the kids. On Tuesday my son and I spend an hour or so there while waiting for my daughter to finish religion class. We met two teenagers this week, Britnay and Matt who invited Eli to play games with them and then read a book. They were wonderful with him and it has been a very long time since I have seen two teenagers that were so kind and considerate to the people around them.
On Saturdays they have music from local musicians. This week it was Emmaus Road and as I had suspected they were Christian musicians. The music was some original writings and some from other musicians but it was all very enjoyable. We sat and played cards, then Sorry, and then a golf ball game, (it was one of those figure it out things, no same colors touching, but I managed to do it once) while listening to the music and having our cookies and tea. There was another mother there with three children and they ate and then sat and played UNO. It was a lovely evening, very relaxing and so cozy.
They provide a small menu. They have some great cookies, also made by a local woman and they are so delicious. I had the chicken salad on Tuesday and on Saturday I had a strawberry shortcake, both delicious. An array of coffees and drinks are available.
The best part of going there is that they are so welcoming and always have a smile and a pleasant hello.
If you are in need of a space to meet or tutoring I would definitely contact them, you can find the link on my website. There are also book clubs for both children and adults. During the summer Christy, who is a first grade teacher, runs classes for young readers. Eli and Olivia both enjoyed them previously. You will find it comfortable immediately.
I hope you all have an enjoyable week.
Till next time.
Katie
