Sunflower Serenade, by Tricia Goyer, is the 12th in the Home to Heather Creek series published by Guideposts. The Home to Heather Creek series is about a woman, Charlotte, who takes guardianship of her teenage grandchildren after their mother (who ran away) died suddenly and their father abandons them. Even if you’ve never read this […] Read more…
Read Aloud Thursday- Animals, Animals
I’ve decided to join in the fun of Read Aloud Thursday @ Hope is the Word. I do, after all, read books aloud all the time. And I do write a bit about homeschooling and other learning resources for children and think this will be a great fit for y’all (don’t tell Bones I used […] Read more…
{CLOSED} Giveaway – Little Pink Book of Entertaining
Congrats to Tracy DeLuca, comment #5! Today’s giveaway is the Little Pink Book of Entertaining. From the publisher: This ”Modern Guide to Celebrating with Style” shows you how to party with panache – the easy way. It’s a crash course in today’s casual-chic style of entertaining, with handy checklists and creative party ideas to help […] Read more…
{CLOSED} Giveaway – Little Pink Book of Etiquette
Congrats to Julie! Today’s giveaway is a copy of the Little Pink Book of Etiquette. From the publisher: This perfect little primer teaches you how to get it right the first time, and does so with incisive humor and flair. Avoid ”Oops Moments” (faux pas) in all areas of your life from everyday conversation (Hint: […] Read more…
What’s On Your Nightstand? – Aug. 09
I didn’t do a ton of reading this month. I haven’t felt like doing much of anything, to tell the truth :). I did get these books read that were on my list from last month: Discipline that Lasts a Lifetime by Dr. Ray Guarendi (awesome!) The Last Boylen – GOOD READ! The Rosary: A […] Read more…
{CLOSED} Giveaway! – Little Pink Book of Elegance
Congrats to Tracy DeLuca, comment #3! Today, I am giving away the Little Pink Book of Elegance. From the publisher: This Modern Girl’s Guide to Living with Style teaches you how to enhance your world, one elegant touch at a time. Includes fabulous tips on clothing, grooming, accessories, your home, entertaining, and more. This book […] Read more…
Book Review: The Rosary — A Path Into Prayer
The Rosary: A Path Into Prayer by Liz Kelly is a lovely book that has taught me more about the Rosary than almost 30 years of being a cradle Catholic. More than a ‘how-to’, this book is also an excellent defense of the Rosary and “praying to Mary”. Kelly not only talks about the prayers […] Read more…
Book Review – June Bug by Chris Fabry
June Bug by Chris Fabry is a wonderful story of redemption and fatherly love between a girl and a troubled young man. It is told from the point of view of the girl, who is about 8 years of age, who has recently discovered that her father is not her father when she discovers her […] Read more…
Book Blogger Appreciation Week
September 14 is the kick-off for Book Blogger Appreciation Week and I’m thrilled to participate this year. I {heart} books. All sorts of books. My favorite thing is to get books to review in the mail :). In honor of getting the word out, they have started a BBQW meme. As someone who is a […] Read more…
What’s on Your Nightstand? – July 09
Well, I had a TON of books in my “to read” pile, but didn’t get near as many read as I had hoped. Last month, my goal was to read these books. Yeah, not so much. I did get these read that I hadn’t planned on: All-New Square Foot Gardening Simplify Your Life Houseworks The […] Read more…