compiled by Emily Eyring
WINTER WHISPERS
Th e still of a crisp winter’s eve calls for a cup of cocoa, a warm fi re and the soothing sounds
of classic Christmas favorites. “Mary’s Lullaby: Christmas Songs for Bedtime,” the second
CD in Deseret Book’s lullaby series, was originally produced by Utah County resident Scott
Wiley for children at bedtime. But this CD has been spotted in cars, children’s playrooms
and parents’ stereos.
Featuring specially arranged and recorded songs from local artists including Mindy Gledhill,
Debra Fotheringham and Cherie Call, these traditional tunes with a calming twist will
resonate. “Mary’s Lullaby: Christmas Songs for Bedtime” is available at Deseret Book.

WHO’S AFRAID OF …
SANTA CLAUS?
Where did the jolly old saint with a suit of
red begin? Sam Beeson, teacher at American
Fork High School, does some snazzy
storytelling to answer this question in his
new children’s book, “Santa’s First Flight.”
Using whimsical rhymes and the artsy animation of Tom Tolman, Sam takes
us back to the days of yore when skeptical town folk off ered not cookies, but cold
stares. While Santa’s travel methods and slight silhouette evolve, his cheer never
changes. “Santa’s First Flight” is available at www.covenant-lds.com.
GET YOUR ACT
TOGETHER
Just when Sara
is ready to take a
swing at an elite
tennis program, a
car wreck with the
rebellious Colton
Pratt sets her world
— and his — spinning.
Based on
the story of Alma
the Younger and
featuring a cast
and crew from
Salt Lake and Utah counties, “Turn
Around” follows Colton as he proves
he’s ready to change.
Produced by Candlelight Media,
this made-in-the-valley movie clearly
communicates the importance of responsibility.
Check out Deseret Book
or www.CandlelightMedia.com for
info on the DVD.

SIGNATURE SCENTS
All eyes — and noses — can be on you with the help of Orem-based Urban Botanic.
Available through in-home parties or at www.yourscentyourway.com, Urban
Botanic lets you free your inner chemist. Sniff and select favorite scents, mix and
match to your nose’s content, and add your exclusive aroma to unscented bath and
body products.
All Urban Botanic products are free of alcohol and formaldehyde. And now you can
add your personal perfume to an Urban Botanic oil burner for signature surroundings.

SWEET SANDWICHES
Connoisseurs can test their cookie IQ at the new
Smart Cookie location in American Fork. Create
your own ice cream sandwich from a selection of 20
homemade cookies and countless ice cream options.
Special holiday off erings include pumpkin, peppermint
and eggnog ice cream. And take note of the holiday
best-seller —cream-cheese-frosted sugar cookies.
Everything is made from scratch and costs under $3.
Visit www.smartcookiecompany.com to learn more.