When the sun shines, it’s a good idea to get outside. And not just because it’s fun, but also because it’s so good for you. Did you know that sunshine on your skin helps your body make Vitamin D. It’s … Read the rest
Category Archives: FunderCast
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 12
It’s an even dozen…here’s the Rhyme Time Podcast, Episode 12. Happy September in the year 2013, and I hope you’re having a great one so far. In this week’s Rhyme Time episode I read poems about” looking for fun the … Read the rest
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 11
Guess what? Yep, that’s right. Here’s the Rhyme Time Podcast, Episode 11. In case you weren’t paying attention…another week just flew by. And now it’s even another month. Wow. In this week’s episode I read poems about” a silly little … Read the rest
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 10
Hey there”Tony here with the Rhyme Time Podcast“Episode 10. In this week’s episode I read poems about” pink lemonade and pinwheels being a healthy, happy human kids and freedom what’s good for the brain how raining is just as important as … Read the rest
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 9
Hey there”Tony here with the Rhyme Time Podcast“Episode 9. In this week’s episode I read poems about” the color of water sittin’ by a creek bank how to use words to make a picture eyes in the sky making the day … Read the rest
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 8
Hey there”Tony here with the Rhyme Time Podcast“Episode 8. In this week’s episode I read poems about” “nothing” how to have a fun day a rhyme time riddle my own story ink for the pen dazzle candy If you didn’t get … Read the rest
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 7
Hey there”Tony here with the Rhyme Time Podcast“Episode 7. In this week’s episode I read poems about” what’s in the middle of your heartbeat the cuteness of puppies and kids how sleep is good for the brain feeling good and happy … Read the rest
Rhyme Time Podcast Episode 6
Hey there…Tony here with the Rhyme Time Podcast…Episode 6. In this week’s episode I read poems about… a big hole in your head different words for happy how chocolate can be good for you a giggle rocket a sloppy pelican … Read the rest
You’re not perfect, and that’s something you should never worry about. If you’re worrying, and fretting, and always thinking about how you can or could be perfect, you’re really going to limit how much good you can do for others … Read the rest
Have you ever sat down and thought about how unique you really are? It’s true. There’s not another person on the whole planet with the same fingerprints, DNA, or even the same brain as you. When you think about the … Read the rest
Life is not a tightrope walk. Oh sure, there may be lots of challenges that feel like it, but there’s so much more to it than that. Today, there was a very anticipated and talked about event where a tightrope … Read the rest
Truth and fiction aren’t always mutually exclusive. I like to make the illustrations in my ebooks for kids as colorful as I can. It probably stems from when I was a kid and loved bright colors so much. So, it … Read the rest
Play Some Music
I’m inserting a podcast player so you can play some music for grownups. I call it that because I’ve spent a great deal of my time for the past few years writing music for kids, ebooks for kids, and even … Read the rest
Check out this close up of what appears to be an ancient body of water on Saturn. Baffled scientists are calling it the Saturn Rings River. Note the pitted areas on the surface. Many have speculated the surface is gaseous, … Read the rest
I have some very straightforward opinions on how our world, galaxy, and universe came to be. I make no secrets about it. If you’ve read my articles much at all, you’ll know I’m a young earth creationist. I have no … Read the rest
Desires Of Your Heart
When you consider the desires of your heart, what’s number one? Do you desire a big paycheck? A nice house? A snazzy car? All of these? If so, do you think you’ll ever get ’em? And even if you’re well … Read the rest
Father Knows Best
Way back in ancient times…in TV world that is…there was a family focused sitcom called “Father Knows Best.” It starred Robert Young as the father, and his wife was played by Jane Wyatt. This fictional couple had 3 kids, two daughters … Read the rest
Children’s Writer Challenge
I know at least one children’s writer who challenges my notions about myself. I work with him everyday. And he challenges me to write engaging, relevant stories for kids and families. When I think I don’t have anything to say, … Read the rest
Here’s a music history challenge for you. I’ll bet you can’t tell me the 5 songs I’m including in this fairy tale and why they’re grouped together. If you need a hint, leave me a comment. Once upon a time … Read the rest
What’s this obsession with the dark side of music? I remember when I was growing up how music was so much about fun and storytelling and sharing reasons to be glad to be alive. Now, there’s just so much darkness … Read the rest