Monday, September 24, 2007
Fall Into Reading 2007 and a Tiny Give-Away
I so enjoyed reading all the books I picked for the Spring Reading Thing. And I've had a lot of fun picking out what I will read this fall. The list is not extensive, but I'm looking forward to it. Katrina's reading challenges are always fun to participate in. If you haven't joined up--hop on over for a visit. Also, I am hosting a little give-away. Details at the end of this post.
My Fall Reading List:
- An Amish Family --finished, very good and informative, easy read
- The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants-- finished, fun book,but really for younger readers (secular).
- Summer --finished, I was literally in tears at the end of this one. I could relate to Ashley.
- The Secret Life of Bees--finished, I really enjoyed this book--different from most I've read (secular).
- Oliver Twist
- Silas Marner --finished, This is a terrific book.
- Murder on the Orient Express
- A Woman After God's Own Heart
- Sisterchicks Do the Hula
- Peace Like a River --finished,I thouroughly enjoyed this book but was a little disappointed with the ending.
- A Thousand Splendid Suns
- Playing For Pizza--currently reading
And here are the books I've added since the challenge began.
So, there you have it--my reading list for the fall. I will continue to read my Everyday Life Bible--I am still on track to have it finished by the end of the year.
Also, I received the entire Sisterchicks series of books from my cousin. (Thanks, Angie) I already had "Sisterchicks in Sombreros". So--I am going to host my own little giveaway and give away my extra copy. Leave a comment, and I will pick a winner on Friday, September 28th. (That even means all those lurkers out there--like EA, NG, and all the rest!) Labels: Just Me, Movies/Books
Saturday, August 4, 2007
A Good Movie
We rented a wonderful movie the other night, and I wanted to tell you about it. The movie was "Miss Potter", and I think it's my new favorite. The movie is set in the early 1900s and is the story of Beatrix Potter, famous children's book author. Renee Zelwegger is the star of the movie, and she does a most stupendous job of portraying Miss Potter. I will say that even though B watched this movie with me, it is a chick-flick, and it is a little sad in places. However, if you are a fan of this time period, I think you will love it. It is clean and wholesome, but children under 10 or 11 probably would not enjoy it so very much. It is for rent exclusively at Blockbuster, so if you are looking for something to watch tonight, I highly recommend that you head over and pick it up. They are likely to have it, as I had never heard of it--and there was no mad rush to get it--- unlike the "The Astronaut Farmer", which is never on the shelf when I go in. I'm not bitter.
Labels: Movies/Books
Monday, April 9, 2007
A Little Teeny-Tiny Bloggy Break
My hubby is home from work today, and I am enjoying my time with him. We are off to take the kids to see "Meet the Robinson's"! Hope you all have a great day--I'll be back tomorrow!
Labels: Family, Movies/Books
Thursday, April 5, 2007
Spring Reading Thing *UPDATED*
I'm joining in a little late, but, at least, I am joining. I made a trip to the bookstore yesterday evening and I am ready to go. I bought 4 books that I have been hearing a lot about lately in the blogosphere and 1 that I thought just looked good! So, here they are:
- *FINISHED*"The Grapes of Wrath"--a classic that I know everyone else must have read in high school or college, but I never have. It looks really good--I love that era.
- *FINISHED*"The Poisonwood Bible"--I am reading this because Lauren talked about it at her blog. It also looks like it will be most interesting!
- *FINISHED*"Uncharted"--I enjoy Angela Hunt's books and this is one of her latest. The description said it compares with the movie , "The Castaway".
- *FINISHED*"The Time Traveler's Wife"--I have heard that this is very sad--I'm up for it though.
- *FINISHED*"Hinds' Feet On High Places"--The copy I bought has a built-in devotional. I got this one because my friend, Coach J was talking about it and I realized that I may be the only Christian woman who hasn't read this yet!
So, this is definitely enough to keep me busy through the spring--especially since I don't seem to have as much time to devote to reading as I use to.--(Could it be this blog o' mine?)! And, by the way, I do not make it a habit to buy 5 books at one time--I don't know if I have ever done that before--what a rush!!!
* I also read "Standing in the Rainbow" and "Sunrise".
*Let me just say that "The Time Traveler's Wife is decidedly Non-Christian. I do not recommend it and have repented for reading it myself. * I am Spring Reading Thing complete!
Labels: Movies/Books
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Home Again and Facing the Giants
We are back home from Bible quiz--it is always such a tiring day! We did well and I am so pleased that my children were all in the top 5 in the state! They worked hard for it and I'm so proud! (Forgive my boast) Now we start studying for Regionals!
B and K went straight from quizzing to the very last basketball game of the season at the private school my children will be attending next year. I was so worn out, all I could think of was getting in the tub, having some hot chocolate, and reading for awhile. How I ended up here, I will never know!
The twins are watching Facing the Giants for the second time today. (We were in the car for 5 hours.) I so love that movie. I have now seen the end of it three times and I cry ( I mean "tears running down my face") every time. I just can't make it through the coach asking each player individually: "Now tell me, what's impossible with God?" and the response of "Nothing, Coach". As a matter of fact, I am Queen of the Cry-Face for the rest of the movie! My husband laughs at me through his own hidden tears. (Don't think I didn't see them--I know these things!) It is such an inspirational movie. We traveled an hour to see it when it came out and I have recommended it so many times. I plan to buy several copies to give as gifts. I realize that some of it seems unrealistic--but I keep reminding myself that, hey, nothing is impossible with God. Isn't that the point of the whole movie? We don't serve a "realistic" God, but instead, The God-- who knows all, sees all, loves all, and can do All!
Have a great Sunday!
Labels: Movies/Books
