Stories & Reflections

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I’m so glad you’re here.This space is where I share pieces of my journey as a children’s author, storyteller, and nonprofit founder. You’ll find reflections on writing Benny’s Tummy Monster, moments from my work with families and schools, and thoughts on empathy, resilience, and the small acts of kindness that make a big difference.These stories are meant to be gentle, honest, and hopeful — a place to pause, connect, and remember that even the quiet moments matter.Thank you for reading.

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The Lessons My Parents Taught Me About Gratitude — and How They Led Me Here

Some of my earliest memories aren’t about toys or holidays. They’re about stories. My parents often shared pieces of their own childhoods with my sisters and me — stories about how hard things had been for them growing up. They wanted us to understand struggle. Not to scare us, but to help us appreciate what we had, even when it wasn’t much. Those conversations shaped me. They taught me to notice. They taught me to be thankful. They taught me that behind every smile, there mi

June M. Everett

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The Lessons My Parents Taught Me About Gratitude — and How They Led Me Here

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