This author writes in a style that is both light-hearted and fun, yet carries serious undertones. While humor is not always required, her work demonstrates that it proves to be a handy tool. Her writing embodies a unique voice and approach, drawing readers into the depth of her narratives. She emphasizes humor as a means to explore more profound themes.
Set against the backdrop of Olive Branch, Mississippi, the novel explores themes of transformation and redemption through the lives of its characters. Margaret Tutor weaves a tale of personal growth and emotional healing, showcasing how encounters with others can lead to profound changes. The narrative promises to deliver a compelling journey of resilience and connection, highlighting the impact of relationships on the human experience.
A young girl named Mary Jane embarks on an imaginative quest through her neighborhood, searching for a polar bear that might need a sweater in the cold. Her playful journey reflects her adventurous spirit as she wonders about the whimsical possibility of a polar bear bundled up with a blanket. The story captures the charm of childhood curiosity and the joy of exploration.
Two small children put together a make-do Christmas for their family. They ventured into the woods behind their house to find a Christmas tree. A scrawny little cedar tree was selected, and planted in a bucket of dirt. The hole they dug in the backyard was where they got their Christmas Dirt. Little Mary Jane and Jerry searched the house for items that might be given as Christmas gifts. The items were used, but everyone would have a makedo gift under the little Christmas tree. The make-do Christmas paper was from brown paper bags; colored with their broken crayons. Since there was no tape...homemade paste was made. The decorations for the tree consisted of a paper chain also from brown paper bags; colored with their broken crayons; a few #2 pencils were hung with thread to give the poor little tree some color; anything that sparkled was also hung on the little Christmas tree. Bill one of the older brothers, made a beautiful shinny star; making this little make-do Christmas tree the most beautiful Christmas tree Mary Jane and Jerry had ever seen. Bill placed a small lamp on the floor, just behind the little tree...the star and all the sparkly items made the little Christmas tree very happy.
