Joanna Puciata will take you to a far away land of not too long ago in Warsaw, Poland. The family dynamics and the warmth of their home will make you forget the hardships of a time when the socialistic rule oppressed the Polish people. The family legacy is simply an example and an encouragement for all to follow. A gentle challenge that whispers, "What are you doing to instill wonder and life in your children?" Although Vague Memories is a short memoir, it is also a voice that stands out amidst the oppression of the time to show the power of the human spirit, and the power of will to hold on...

"Stripes" is a reflection of child's innocent and magical world free of fear, where all the dreams come true. The story begins as Gianni and his family move in to a small town. Their house is old, empty and painted white, except for Gianni's room where there is a wall covered with colorful stripes. As Gianni discovers the very first night, upon touching any of the stripes, he can move to the other side filled with pure and joyful magic. He finds friends who are also new to the neighborhood and have the striped wall in their new bedrooms. Gianni becomes best friend with Paulo, a boy from the...