Michael Mccurdy

The autumn leaves are just starting to turn golden in 1909, but young Lucy Wells is already dreaming of winter snow. In her cozy New England town, Christmas is not about rushing to a store, but about spending long evenings carefully crafting gifts by hand. She excitedly sews a pincushion for her mother, makes a doll for her sister, and creates a special pen-wiper for her best friend. As the days grow colder and the snow begins to pile up, the entire family waits eagerly for a very modern arrival from the Sears catalog: a brand new kitchen stove. You will experience the magic of an old-fashioned holiday as Lucy rides a horse-drawn sleigh to the South Danbury Church, singing carols under a sky full of bright winter stars. It is a heartwarming look at the simple, handmade joys of the past.

The year is 1910, and the warm breeze sweeping across the New Hampshire farm means summer has finally arrived. For young Lucy Wells, the season is packed with busy, sun-drenched days. You will join her in the kitchen as she helps her mother carefully can jars of fresh fruits and vegetables, preserving the sweet tastes of summer for the long winter ahead. But it is not all chores and farm work. The absolute highlight of the year is the grand Fourth of July parade, complete with waving flags, marching bands, and the rare, delicious treat of cold ice cream. From quiet afternoons in the pasture to exciting penny-toy shopping trips in Boston, this lovely story invites you to step back in time and experience the simple, bright joys of an old-fashioned country summer.