by Joanne | Nov 9, 2016 | Book Reviews
There is an October event which takes place among bloggers called Write 31 Days. For the entire month, many join in writing each day on a particular subject of their choosing. Last month, Susan Shipe wrote each day in her series and has now released it in book form,...
by Joanne | Nov 7, 2016 | Book Reviews
A few weeks ago, these two came to visit us and stayed with us for a bit. Watching their behavior had been interesting to say the least. So when the opportunity was presented to read Chicken Scratch: Stories of Love, Risk & Poultry by Kelly Chripczuk, I said,...
by Joanne | Oct 24, 2016 | Book Reviews
All The Pretty Things, by Edie Wadsworth, is the story of a young girl’s journey with her dad, her hero, and her quest to be loved by him. It is a story which is compelling and heartbreaking as this young girl grows up with neglect, hunger, and responsibilities...
by Joanne | Oct 18, 2016 | Book Reviews
Christmas is a time full of traditions. We enjoy our favorite dishes, desserts, music, and movies. Family decorations, filled with memories, come out of the attic, warming our hearts as we think of years passed. We need our hearts to be stirred till they are fully...
by Joanne | Oct 5, 2016 | Book Reviews
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11, NLT) To have three books to share about in one week is both rare and a gift. The timing of...
by Joanne | Oct 4, 2016 | Book Reviews
For a short time of my childhood, Sunday was the one day of the week unlike the other six. We woke early to go to Sunday School, followed by church. There was a family dinner, a quiet and restful afternoon filled with movies or a good nap. Then back to church for the...
