There are no actual recipes contained in this book. Consequently, there are no calories to worry about either. In the Cookie Jar the author presents an idea or relates an experience that offers pause and perspective for the moment. The writer's concept of the cookie jar stories involves sharing more of a snack (essay) than a meal (novel).

Some content will offer smiles like the first grader who told her mommy the teacher was teaching about liquor when the lesson was actually an explanation about solids, liquids, and gases. There was the preschooler who thought the cattail plant was actually a "hotdog plant."Another time a parent donated liquid plumber when the teacher requested pipe cleaners for an art project.

Other stories reflect the perspectives of trauma and hope. There are also brief explanations of facts and discoveries the author shares.

This printed collection is simply a gathering of short essays from the writer's monthly column called, From the Cookie Jar. Characters and events are based on actual happenings. This book presents each individual essay as a week of the year, formatted by seasons. Grab something From the Cookie Jar and you're sure to enjoy some reflection of pause, perspective, and purpose.