Ella the Elephant
"Ella the Elephant" tells the heartwarming story of a clumsy young elephant who learns ballet to become graceful and win the friendship of the other jungle animals who once avoided her.
The Ghost in the Black Mask
This is the same charming children's story about twins Jeffrey and Jennifer discovering that their mysterious "ghost" is actually a clever family of raccoons who have learned to break into their garage at night.
It’s Much Better Now
A poignant reflection on giving away baby items as children grow up, capturing the bittersweet reality that while life becomes easier without the demands of caring for infants, a mother's heart still aches for those tender early days.
See the Forrest by Time Machine
A family discovers that snowmobiling through remote northern forests offers more than winter recreation—it becomes a magical 'time machine' that transports them to pristine wilderness and provides an antidote to the pressures of modern suburban life.
Winter Jewels
Donna recounts a magical winter snowmobiling adventure in northern Wisconsin that culminated in a breathtaking night safari through frost-covered wilderness where every tree and branch sparkled like suspended jewels in the starlight.
Ten Hints for Santa’s Helpers
Donna provides practical Christmas shopping advice for grandparents and relatives, offering ten tips to help them choose age-appropriate, safe, and imaginative gifts while avoiding the exhaustion that often comes with holiday shopping for children.
So You Want to Sew
In this witty 1960s essay, Donna Hruska warns aspiring seamstresses that learning to sew well is a double-edged skill that will forever ruin their ability to buy ready-made clothes with blissful ignorance.
Revelation
Donna tells the touching story of how witnessing her mischievous little brother Joe's sudden transformation into a reverent child during his First Holy Communion finally helped her understand what divine grace really looks like in action.
Fish Story
When young Tom catches the biggest fish of his life, his little brother Daniel's innocent questions about whether it might be a "grandfather fish" lead Tom to make a surprising decision about his prized catch.
A Guide Through the Used Car Jungle
This vintage 1960s guide by Donna Hruska offers practical advice for navigating the used car market, emphasizing the importance of choosing dealers carefully, thoroughly inspecting vehicles for mileage tampering and accident damage, and understanding financing options to avoid common pitfalls.