Saturday, November 10, 2007
Christmas Book Challenge
Here's my list of possibilities. At least they are my possibilities at this time. I may find others that also interest me. I will read at least two of these and add them to my Fall Into Reading list. In addition, I'll be reading some Christmas books--some new and some old favorites--with the grands.
• The Christmas Pearl by Dorothea Benton Frank
• Where Angels Go by Debbie Macomber
• The Christmas Promise by Donna Van Liere
• A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg
• The Christmas Promise by Donna Van Liere
• A Redbird Christmas by Fannie Flagg
I'm feeling the urge
to go get some hot chocolate
and a warm cuddly quilt!
Oh--and, of course, a book.
See ya later!
to go get some hot chocolate
and a warm cuddly quilt!
Oh--and, of course, a book.
See ya later!
Labels: Book Talk, Celebrating Holidays
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Confessions of An Avid Reader/Book Lover
OK! Confession Time!
I have trouble saying, "No!"--to books!
I have trouble saying, "No!"--to books!
I was in tar*get the other day; taking care of business and in a hurry! I know better than to walk by a book display in any store. However, this particular time it was the shortest way to the area of the store I needed. Notice, I did not say the quickest way. because, of course, my eye was caught by a particular display.
There.It.Was. I know. I should have just kept walking and put the title on my Christmas Wish List--My husband ALWAYS gets me some books. But, I HAVE NO WILL POWER WHEN IT COMES TO BOOKS--especially Jan Karon books with Father Tim and possibly other Mitford friends in them! At least it was 30% off! (I know--but, it's a way to justify. OK? Let me live with my illusions!) No will power, I'm telling you! None.
My Fall Into Reading list is getting up-dated!
This is the next book I'm reading!
AND--I'm going to enjoy every word of it!
So, what are you reading now?
This is the next book I'm reading!
AND--I'm going to enjoy every word of it!
So, what are you reading now?Labels: Book Talk
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Fall Into Reading
Katrina at Callapidder Days has planned some reading fun for all of us. It is a no stress, easy, way to share your reading joy with others. Click on a link above and to go see what you need to do. Join in on the fun.
I am an eclectic, whatever-hits-my-fancy-kind-of-reader. I ALWAYS have at least one book going. I am also a fast reader. If I am really into a book I will read through the night--and then be sorry that the characters are gone the next day!
My reading habits don't lend themselves to much discipline so this is a new experience for me--Actually making a list of books to read. I know all my OCD friends out there can't imagine such a concept, but it is does work. :-) When I get caught up in a series is about the only time I am disciplined enough to know what I'm going to read next. With series I do admit to a few OCD tendencies. I like to read the whole series straight through, from beginning to end. It bothers me if I start a series while the author is still adding books to it. So, sometimes I collect them until I have them all and just read straight through. Can you say, "strange and crazy person."
Anyway--I'm taking the plunge and making a list, checking it twice, and GETTING ORGANIZED! We'll see how this goes! So, given all my strangeness with series, need for some little light reading, desire for some reading that makes me think, enjoyment of a little mystery and action, and recent interest in historical fiction--Here's my very eclectic list. I know I will adjust as I read!
In Search of Eden--Linda Nichols
At the Scent of Water--Linda Nichols
On Every Side--Karen Kingsbury
My Sister's Keeper--Jodi Piccoult
The Collectors--David Baldacci
Exile--David North Patterson
The Boleyn Inheritance--Philippa Gregory
1776--David McCullough--I've been reading this one for quite some time--One book I definitely cannot read fast or in one setting--But very fascinating!
Cedar Cove Series--Debbie McComber
Yes, I know there are seven of them, but they all go on the list--some may get rotated to
the spring list. It's a series, ya'll!
Unknown additional books I know I will discover along the way!
A Woman's Heart--Beth Moore
My current Bible Study--If you have ever done a Beth study you know how much you READ!
Labels: Book Talk
Monday, July 23, 2007
It's Time for a Giveaway!
NOTE: This post will stay on my blog until the Dog Days of Summer Giveaway ends on Friday. Please scroll down to find the regular Cherish...the Word! posts. Remember to post a comment to be eligible for the book giveaways. Thank you for coming by!
NOTE#2:Please remember to leave an email address with your comment. If you are not a blogger you must leave the email address in your comment. I will not be able to get in touch with you if you win if I do not have your email
NOTE#3 It's been fun! I will close comments about noon today and will draw for winners as soon after that as possible. I will notify winners by email today and in a post on Saturday. Thank you for coming by and participating in my little giveaway. Come visit me at Cherish... again real soon!
NOTE#2:Please remember to leave an email address with your comment. If you are not a blogger you must leave the email address in your comment. I will not be able to get in touch with you if you win if I do not have your email
NOTE#3 It's been fun! I will close comments about noon today and will draw for winners as soon after that as possible. I will notify winners by email today and in a post on Saturday. Thank you for coming by and participating in my little giveaway. Come visit me at Cherish... again real soon!
Here at Cherish...the word!
we are giving away two great books.
Yay! Twice the Fun!
we are giving away two great books.
Yay! Twice the Fun!
That's right! I am offering you the opportunity to have one of these two wonderful books by Beth Moore. (click on each book for a description). If you are not familiar with Beth Moore, you might like to go here to learn about her ministry. Beth is a Bible teacher who loves leading women to a deeper, more meaningful walk with the Lord. She is an energetic Godly child of The Father, wife, mother, and grandmother who felt God's call early in life. She has used her gifts and talents of writing and teaching to honor that call in a wonderful way.
It has been my privilege to use several of Beth's Bible studies in my own journey with the Lord. I have been blessed every time. I would like to share some of that blessing with you.
• You will be entered once each day for every day you leave a comment this week. That means you can be entered up to five times--once for each day, Monday through Friday.
• Comments will be closed at Noon on Friday, Central Daylight Time. (Check the clock on my sidebar for the correct CDT)
• The drawing will be held shortly after comments are closed.
• I will have a trusted sidekick, aka my precious husband, draw the names of two winners.
• I will notify the winners via email and ask which book you would like to have. I'm offering two titles; the winners get to choose. It's OK if both winners want the same book!
• You do not have to have a blog to win.
• You do not have to be a US resident. I know, I know, the shipping, but I just can't say no. So, I'll take care of the shipping. :-)
• Be sure to check back on Friday afternoon to find out if you won!
Oh yes, we will have fun!
There will be laughter, maybe some tears,
praying, Bible reading, and
even a couple of little giveaway treats!
Most importantly, there will be
blessed Bible study with some sisters!
Don't you just want to go get your Bible
and a cup of coffee/tea right now and get started!
I can't wait to tell you how we are going to do this.
I'm going to wait, because I don't have it all
completely organized yet.
Please come back for all the details!
It has been my privilege to use several of Beth's Bible studies in my own journey with the Lord. I have been blessed every time. I would like to share some of that blessing with you.
Here's how to enter!
It's very simple!
Just follow these Easy-peasy Directions!
• Leave a comment on Cherish...the word! to enter the giveaway.It's very simple!
Just follow these Easy-peasy Directions!
• You will be entered once each day for every day you leave a comment this week. That means you can be entered up to five times--once for each day, Monday through Friday.
• Comments will be closed at Noon on Friday, Central Daylight Time. (Check the clock on my sidebar for the correct CDT)
• The drawing will be held shortly after comments are closed.
• I will have a trusted sidekick, aka my precious husband, draw the names of two winners.
• I will notify the winners via email and ask which book you would like to have. I'm offering two titles; the winners get to choose. It's OK if both winners want the same book!
• You do not have to have a blog to win.
• You do not have to be a US resident. I know, I know, the shipping, but I just can't say no. So, I'll take care of the shipping. :-)
• Be sure to check back on Friday afternoon to find out if you won!
Excuse me,
Before you leave I'd like to share one more thing--
Before you leave I'd like to share one more thing--
I have a special reason for offering these particular books in this giveaway event. I was not quite ready to announce an upcoming event at Cherish...the word!, but when Shannon came up with this brillant giveaway idea I just couldn't resist. I saw this as an excellent way to introduce, or reintroduce, you to Beth Moore. You see, I'm going to host an event at Cherish...the word! soon. You are invited to join us. If you participate, I predict it will bless your socks off! I don't have all of the details worked out yet, but, so far, it is all falling into place very nicely. Keep checking in; you will see an announcement sometime in the next two or three weeks about the event coming in September.
Here's a hint--
Oh yes, we will have fun!There will be laughter, maybe some tears,
praying, Bible reading, and
even a couple of little giveaway treats!
Most importantly, there will be
blessed Bible study with some sisters!
Don't you just want to go get your Bible
and a cup of coffee/tea right now and get started!
I can't wait to tell you how we are going to do this.
I'm going to wait, because I don't have it all
completely organized yet.
Please come back for all the details!
Labels: Bible Study, Bloggy Giveaway, Book Talk, Just Having Fun
Thursday, May 24, 2007
BORROWIN', STEALIN' AND GRABBIN'
You Are Indigo |
 Of all the shades of blue, you are the most funky, unique, and independent. Expressing yourself and taking a leap of faith has always been easy for you. |
What Color Blue Are You?
I found this at Leigh Ann's a few days ago. If you haven't done it yet, I invite you to find out what is your shade of blue! As you can see I am Indigo. ???? The independent and taking a leap of faith I get, but the funky? Oh, right--I can do the Funky Chicken! :-)
I'm going to continue to be a little lazy in this post--Some days are like that! Since I am borrowing/stealing from one blog, I'll just go ahead and grab something from another.
Barb had some good meme's at her place yesterday. I'm going to stay away from the long ABC one today--Remember, I said I was being lazy! We'll try this one. we'll call it:
The Nearest Book Meme
I'm going to continue to be a little lazy in this post--Some days are like that! Since I am borrowing/stealing from one blog, I'll just go ahead and grab something from another.
Barb had some good meme's at her place yesterday. I'm going to stay away from the long ABC one today--Remember, I said I was being lazy! We'll try this one. we'll call it:
The Nearest Book Meme
For this meme you are instructed to pick up the book nearest to you, turn to page 128 and reveal the contents of the third paragraph. OK--This is good for a lazy day! Here goes.
This is not either of the books I'm reading now. That would be-- iPhoto 6, The Missing Manual, by Pogue and Story (Well, I'm not actually reading this one--More like perusing section at a time trying to learn how to post those pesky pictures so that I can be almost as good at it as Susie) or The 6th Target, by James Patterson (Because sometimes I just have to read a thriller and I like the characters in this series. Usually one book of that kind and I have it out of my system for awhile.)
Anyway--the book closest to me right now is one I have read parts of occasionally since I got it for Christmas. I will continue to pick it up and enjoy a chapter, an essay, a recipe from time to time.
I have read the entire Mitford Series and enjoyed all nine books. I discovered these books several years ago while shopping in a little bookstore on Mackinac Island in Michigan. I bought two of them then and finished one of them while on vacation. If you haven't read them I recommend you give them a try--Good, easy reading, feel good books. You will come to love the characters.
Finally, here is paragraph three on pg. 128 of Jan Karon's, The Mitford Bedside Companion.
"There's a reason. . .
REALLY. that's it--I told you I was lazy today!
This is not either of the books I'm reading now. That would be-- iPhoto 6, The Missing Manual, by Pogue and Story (Well, I'm not actually reading this one--More like perusing section at a time trying to learn how to post those pesky pictures so that I can be almost as good at it as Susie) or The 6th Target, by James Patterson (Because sometimes I just have to read a thriller and I like the characters in this series. Usually one book of that kind and I have it out of my system for awhile.)
Anyway--the book closest to me right now is one I have read parts of occasionally since I got it for Christmas. I will continue to pick it up and enjoy a chapter, an essay, a recipe from time to time.
I have read the entire Mitford Series and enjoyed all nine books. I discovered these books several years ago while shopping in a little bookstore on Mackinac Island in Michigan. I bought two of them then and finished one of them while on vacation. If you haven't read them I recommend you give them a try--Good, easy reading, feel good books. You will come to love the characters.
Finally, here is paragraph three on pg. 128 of Jan Karon's, The Mitford Bedside Companion.
"There's a reason. . .
REALLY. that's it--I told you I was lazy today!
I don't ever tag a specific person--at least I haven't yet. So, I tag anyone who has a book with at least 128 pages in it near them. Pick it up, open it to page 128, find the third paragraph, tell us what it says. Perfect for a lazy blogging day!
See you tomorrow for Show and Tell!
See you tomorrow for Show and Tell!
Labels: Book Talk, Just Having Fun, Random Thoughts
