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Are you stressed out from juggling work, kids, and other commitments? Tired of rushing from appointment to appointment? Take five minutes to sit down and relax with this adult coloring book and let the pressures of the day slip away, if only temporarily. Palm has compiled nearly two dozen stories and their accompanying illustrations, which are ready and waiting for the reader to fill in with a touch of color. If crayons seem too childish, feel free to use colored pencils.
These vignettes capture life from a different era. Most of them are from a time when families looked forward to leisurely Sunday drives and when children changed from school clothes into play clothes. There are plenty of stories about animals and the last story, "Doc the Veterinarian," is particularly heartwarming. These vignettes aren't connected to each other. Readers can feel free to read one at a time or several without losing the train of thought. Palm's short stories are sure to touch the soul of the mature reader, who may see glimpses of his or her younger self in some of these situations. However, readers and coloring enthusiasts of all ages are sure to enjoy this series of misadventures and family tales.
Adult coloring books have become something of a craze in recent years. In 2015, about 12 million of them were sold in the U.S., according to The Washington Post. Experts say that adult coloring books offer stress relief, emotional healing, and even a sense of control over one's life after a busy day of making tough decisions. Palm has added something unique to this trend by pairing relaxing stories with whimsical pictures.
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