Chicken Soup for the Soul Devotional Stories for Wives Finally a book for us wives! Lets face it...marriage is not easy! After 8 years of marriage my husband and I have had many ups and downs. He is my best friend but in some instances we are worlds apart. In Chicken Soup for the Soul Devotional Stories for Wives I can read stories of inspiration from other wives just like me. I love the bible versus and prayers that also go along with each story. This is a great read and would make an amazing gift for any loved one! On The Back Chicken Soup for the Soul's first daily devotional book for Wives! Enjoy 101 daily Christian devotions to comfort, encourage, and inspire you through the ups and downs of married life. In the Chicken Soup for the Soul tradition, wives from all walks of life, and all ages and stages of marriage, share their real-life experiences with you. These stories about embracing differences, improving communications, facing … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Think Positive for Kids Review and Giveaway Ends 11/20/13
Chicken Soup for the Soul Think Positive for Kids Growing up is hard. There is so much that children go through from finding out who they are to dealing with bullies. It is always good for children to know that they are not alone in their trials. In Chicken Soup for the Soul Think Positive for Kids, kids will be able to learn about others who have been through the same trials they are going through now. They will learn about the importance of making good choices and how to be responsible. It is really a great book and my daughter has really enjoyed every story she has read! On The Back 101 True Stories fro Kids 7 to 13 about how Positive Thinking Can Change Their Lives! Start a conversation with your child! Share these stories about values, gratitude, good decisions, and having the courage to do the right thing. It's a great way to learn what's important to your child, and to help a child learn from the example of others. You'll read stories about: Being … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Miraculous Messages From Heaven Review and Giveaway! Ends 11/19/13
Chicken Soup for the Soul Miraculous Messages From Heaven Losing a loved one is hard. But I know that our time apart is temporary. I know that my loved ones are still with me every single day. Watching over me and guiding me in my life. There is a peace that comes with knowing this. I found Chicken Soup for the Soul Miraculous Messages from Heaven to be inspirational. I loved reading all of the wonderful ways that people have heard from their loved ones who have passed away. Truly amazing! On The Back 101 Miraculous Messages from Heaven and amazing connections, signs from beyond, angels, and answered prayers. When our loved ones leave this world, our connection with them does not end. Their physical presence may be gone, but not their spirit. They send us signs from beyond, come to us in dreams, or deliver messages to us in a variety of surprising and heartwarming ways. You'll find comfort and inspiration in these miraculous true accounts by ordinary people … [Read more...]
Audrey Bunny by Angie Smith illustrated by Breezy Brookshire Review and Giveaway! Ends 11/5/13!
Audrey Bunny by Angie Smith illustrated by Breezy Brookshire As most of you know I review a lot of children's books. Books on holiday's, books that rhyme and more. I love all of these books and their cute stories. But, I can honestly say that it is the ones that pull at my heart strings that I return to the most. Audrey Bunny is a cuddly little bunny who does not think that any child will ever want her. Why? Because she has a spot over her heart. Because of this spot she does not feel like the perfect bunny that she longs to be. One day Audrey Bunny is noticed by a little girl and longs for that little girl to take her home, much to Audrey Bunny's surprise the little girl does. But, what will the little girl do when she discovers the spot that Audrey Bunny is trying to hard to hide? Will she abandon the little bunny? You will have to read and find out! On the Back "I chose you, Audrey, and I love you more than you could ever know." Looking out from a barrel of stuffed … [Read more...]
Room On The Broom Fun Continues with the Book, DVD, Plush Toys and App! + GIVEAWAY!
** I was sent a book and plush for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Room On The Broom Fun Continues with the Book, DVD, Plush Toys and App! You might remember my review last month on the fun-loving children's book Room On The Broom by Julia Donaldson and Illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Well now I am happy to say that the fun can continue with their adorable Plushes of the characters in the book as well as an interactive app that your kids will want to play again and again. Room On The Broom Games app is from Magic Light Pictures and will be in app stores today! The Room On The Broom app is based off the Penguin Group's #1 best-selling book Room on the Broom. Room On The Broom children's app is created for children ages 3-7 and contains Alex Scheffler's illustrations! Feel like you might have seen work from Alex Scheffler before? Well I am happy to say that Alex Scheffler and Julia Donaldson have teamed up before on the … [Read more...]
My Name is Leona By Carol Gahara Harris
** I was sent a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. My Name is Leona By Carol Gahara Harris I think that every child goes through a phase of disliking their name and/or imagining a new name. That is why I am happy to say that Author Carol Gahara Harris has written a new book that will help kids understand why their name is so special. In My Name is Leona you will be carried away on an adventure with Leona to discover why her name is so special and a name just for her. I found My Name is Leona to be extremely cute and upbeat. I have never before seen a children's book written about this topic and I was thrilled to be able to share this book with my daughter who also has a very unusual name. As parents it takes a long time to choose a name for your child. Most parents don't even know for sure what the name will be until they first look upon their child. I was one of those. I had my heart set on … [Read more...]
Room on the Broom Kids Halloween Book Review!
** I was sent a copy of this book and movie for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Schaffler Halloween is fast approaching and I have been trying to build the excitement with the kiddo's. We have been working on Halloween costumes, crafts and treats the whole week. Along with these fun treats and such we have been watching Halloween movies and reading Halloween type books. One of my most favorite Halloween type book this year is Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Schaffler. I found Room on the Broom to be one of the cutest Halloween books ever. I love the helping hand that the witch gets from these fun creatures and the help they eventually give her in return for her kindness. Plus with the fun does not stop with the Room on the Broom book....nope....there is also a Room on the Broom movie! The fun will never have to end this Halloween season! I … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul From Lemons to Lemonade #Review and #Giveaway Ends 9/19/13 – 3 Winners – US and Canada!
** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Chicken Soup for the Soul From Lemons to Lemonade Sometimes when life gets you down it is really hard to stay positive. It just seems that there is depressing things everywhere in life. Between sickness, watching the news and financial hardships things are just not going good for many people. I learned early in life the importance of positive thinking. Sometimes I make my family mad because they say that I am "too positive". To be honest it's not like I'm unaffected by bad things. I just try really hard to not let the bad take over my mind. For example every time I start to think about something depressing in my life I stop and count at least 10 blessings that I have in my life. Focusing on the blessings can be a great way to keep your mind positive. I just always remember that all I can do is try my best and God will take care of … [Read more...]
Bash and the Pirate Pig Book Review and Giveaway! Open US and Canada Ends 9/18/13!
** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Bash and the Pirate Pig by Burton W. Cole My daughter is finally getting to that age where she really enjoys reading chapter books. Recently I was sent a copy of Bash and the Pirate Pig for the purpose of this review. When the book arrived I was on my way to pick up my daughter from school. I decided that I would surprise her with this book and I placed it in her seat so that she would find it when she got in the car. As soon as my daughter seen this book she started reading the back of the book to see what it was about. As soon as she seen the words 'The Bible' on the back of the book her face lit up. My daughter loves to read the scriptures and she loves to read books that are written with the Lord in mind. My daughter was so excited for this book that she read the first three chapters in the car, out loud to me, on the way home from … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Reader’s Choice #Review and #Giveaway – 3 Winners – US and Canada
Chicken Soup for the Soul Reader's Choice I have grown up with Chicken Soup for the Soul books. As a teenager I really enjoyed them because I could read stories of others who were going through the same things I was going through. I found them inspiring and reading these stories really helped me to know that I was not alone. Recently I was sent a Chicken Soup for the Soul Reader's Choice book for the purpose of this review. I was excited for this copy because it was not just a copy of compiled stories but this time it was stories that had touched thousands of readers. Another thing I love about the stories in this book is that you will read about people who was touched or learned things about their own life from reading these Chicken Soup for the Soul books....for example a mother whose daughter found her after reading her mothers story in a previous Chicken Soup for the Soul book!! Amazing!! On The Back We're 20! And as part of our … [Read more...]
Pajanimals Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend Review and #Giveaway Ends 8/27/13! US and Canada Only!
Pajanimals Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend I love Pajanimals! I think they are super cute little animals and I love that they help kiddo's get ready for bed. Recently I was sent a copy of Pajanimals Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend book for the purpose of this review. I was thrilled to review this book because it is a book that the kids can interact with. Pajanimals Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend has reusable stickers that you can place around the book. Each page in the Pajanimals Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend has a white outline that will help you to place your stickers in the correct place to add to the story. There are three pages of Pajanimals stickers that you can use and reuse time and time again! I love this idea and the interaction I can have with the kiddo's as we read this brilliant book! In Pajanimals Sweet Pea Sue Makes a New Friend you will be taken on an undersea adventure. In this cute story Sweet Pea Sue learns what an octopus is and … [Read more...]
Alone Yet Not Alone by Tracy Leininger Craven Review and Giveaway! Ends 8/22/13! #win #giveaway
**I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Alone Yet Not Alone by Tracy Leininger Craven Last year my daughter had to do a school project where she had to find an ancestor and learn as much as she could about their life. She had to write up a report on that ancestor as well as bring in a food from that ancestor's native country. During my daughters report we discovered a distant Grandfather who was captured by Native Americans. He was with them for a few years along with another woman who he feel in love with and after they escaped they were married. It was really neat to learn about these distant ancestors and the trials that they went through. I can't imagine what life was like for them. In this book Alone Yet Not Alone by Tracy Leininger Craven you will be taken on a journey with two sisters as they are torn from their family and taken captive by Allegheny … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th #Anniversary Edition – #Review and #Giveaway – US and Canada Ends 7/17/13!
The Original Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition Can you believe that it has been 20 years since Chicken Soup for the Soul released their first book? I remember when the first Chicken Soup for the Soul books came out. In fact I remember getting one for my 9th birthday! Yep, that's right. I was a proud owner of a book that sold over 8 million copies...and I still have it on my book shelf to this day! These past 20 years Chicken Soup for the Soul has taken their books to a whole new level by introducing books that contain stories on topics that fit you. It does not matter if you are a Breast Cancer survivor, writer or country music lover...there is a Chicken Soup for the Soul book for you! In celebration of Chicken Soup for the Soul's 20th year they have released their first book all over again in their 20th Anniversary Edition! The Chicken Soup for the Soul 20th Anniversary Edition contains all the original stories plus 20 bonus stories! I was … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul Inspiration for Writers Review and Giveaway – 3 Winners US and Canada Ends 6/12/13!
Chicken Soup for the Soul Inspiration for Writers I love to write. It has been a passion of mine since I was in high school. Often times you could find me sitting in a corner by myself writing song lyrics, chapter books and poems. Recently I was sent a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul inspiration for Writers for the purpose of this review. I was so excited to get some great tips and inspiration for my writing. This book seemed like it was written just for me and I loved it! Chicken Soup for the Soul Inspiration for Writers is a great book that contains 101 stories that will motivate you as a writer. It does not mater if you write books, songs, poems or blogs. There is inspiration for everyone! On the Back From budding bloggers to bestselling novelist, your fellow writers share their best advice, writing tips, time management strategies, and personal ups and downs in the business of writing. These stories will motivate you, entertain you, and keep … [Read more...]
The Jesus Passages – Grow closer to the Lord through Journaling!
The Jesus Passages I am a huge fan of journalism I have kept a diary/journal since I was a young child. It is kind of funny because I always wrote out my journal entries to my daughter....YEARS before I even had her. One of my most favorite things to journal about is God. Recently I received a copy of The Jesus Passages by Ron Gannett for the purpose of this review. I was honestly excited for this book to arrive because I knew that it would help me expand on my thoughts....and my journal. In The Jesus Passages you will find 267 passages from the scriptures. After you read the scripture you will be able to ponder on what it means to you. There is a 'Hook' question that will make you really stop and think about the scripture and what it means to you. Then you can read 'Book' to see what that passage meant to the author. It is a great way for some extra insight into the scripture and can really get you to ponder on different aspects and passages. After the 'Book' is the … [Read more...]