Thursday’s book

My Favorite Friends Book Club read this book for the month of May. I have to tell you I was a skeptic. My first thought was  - I think there has been more then seven. I will admit wholeheartedly that I was wrong.

This is an easy to read book that points out the fact the God has had a direct hand in the discovery,settling, the government, and preserving America. The seven main miracles of course the authors remind us are what they feel are the miracles that all the other miracles hinge on. I have decided this is a mute point. I choose to believe there are many, many miracles both known and unknown to us. 

Admittedly, it is not a heavy history book. It is very easy to read and grasp. The authors also throw in some fictional scenarios that I am not crazy about, but it does give you a sense of what life was like at the exact moment.

I would of left out the “What If” sections. I am not a “What If” person. I understand what the author is trying to point out. In history there are so many moments that hinge on a fraction of a second. It is easy to look back and say, wow what if the fog would not of rolled in when Washington was trying to get his troops off of Long Island. To me this is a little pointless instead the section should be named, Look at what God has done for us.

All in all, this is a read for everyone. Whether you are 10 or 88 you will be able to comprehend the history in this book. The authors did a good job  in bringing out the fact that America is special and God has had a hand in every aspect of it.

I came away excited for the prospect of the future of this great land. There are many wonderful and exciting promises in store for this nation. Once again I was reminded that what God promises will indeed happen.

I for one cannot wait.  

Please take with you

Loving Memories

A heart full of love

and of laughter.

The knowledge that we adore you

and cannot wait to see

the places you’ll go

 

and the amazing things you will accomplish.

We have nothing to worry about

 

 

She is very studious

She minds her P’s and Q’s

She has always had fashion sense.

A little bit of a dreamer

And knows how to work hard.

Have we forgotten anything?

 

 

Divide and Conquer

Hubby and I sometimes have to divide and conquer to get it all done.

They did this. (notice sign)

We did this.

They did this.

While we did this.

and they did this.

 

I now understand why I need this.

A Little Concerned

Seriously should I be concerned?

Maybe I should not allow her to go places without me anymore.

Maybe I should put a GPS system on/in her. (they do it in the novels I read)

Maybe she is having too much fun with a creature like that.

Maybe….

  

It is too late.

Yes, I see the mouth taped shut. Hate to tell ya – it is not much comfort.

AHhhhhhh!

 

A weekend well spent learning about what I love, with friends I love, and a teacher I adore.

 

rejuvenate:

1.to make young again; restore to youthful vigor, appearance,

2.to restore to a former state; make fresh or new again:

3.to renew the activity,  by uplift or by removal of a barrier

4.to undergo rejuvenation; revive.

If you look after the root of the tree, the fragrance and the flowering will come by itself. If you look after the body, the fragrance of the mind and spirit will come of itself.

– B.K.S. Iyengar

P.S. You cannot believe how good it feels to release all that old unwanted tension.  AHhhhhhhh!

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Thursday’s Book

Even though it is billed as a teen book I would highly recommend being at least 16/18 to read this book. (tad bit of language, and sexual references) I also believe it would not hold the attention of a 13/14 year old.

An ordinary bloke delivering messages, changing people’s lives. In the end, Ed realizes that his life is not so ordinary after all. He matters. It’s pretty much summed up when he says that “if a guy like him can stand up and do what he did, then maybe everyone can. Maybe everyone can live beyond what they’re capable of.”

This book was written before The Book Thief which is one of my all time favorite reads. Though it grabbed my attention enough to finish it and I love the characters. I would say The Book Thief is much, much better book.

I enjoyed this book though I did find the ending a bit of a let-down. I was hoping for a resolution, but was left with more questions than answers. It felt as though Zusak rushed the ending. Leaving me with the huge question.  And who exactly was the mastermind?

Maybe these things don’t matter. We should just appreciate the book’s message.

Favorite passage:

As the kids dance around the front yard under the night sky and the lights, I see something.

Lua and Marie are holding hands.

They look like they are so happy, just inside this moment, watching the kids and the lights on their old fibro house.

Lua kisses her.

Just softly on the lips.

And she kisses back.

Sometimes people are beautiful.

Not in looks.

Not in what they say.

Just in what they are. 

 

And this is why we will continue to love Zusak’s writing.

Thursday’s Book

Gracelings are people born with an extreme talent, known as a Grace. Rare enough to be unusual, they are feared for their difference and often exploited for their skill. They can be picked out by the fact that they have two different colored eyes.

Graceling, is the story of Katsa, who has been able to kill people with her bare hands since she was eight. Katsa lives in the seven kingdoms, she’s expected to do the dirty work of torture and punishment for her uncle, King Randa. But then she meets a mysterious stranger named Po, who is also a Graced fighter and the first person ever to challenge her in a fight. The two form a bond, and each discovers truths they never imagined about themselves, each other, and a terrible danger that is spreading slowly through the seven kingdoms.

For some strange reason I am reading a lot of young adult books lately that have children with special powers that overcome great obstacles. They are quick reads, and most are very well written.

Plus, it is fun to read a book that I will not be worried if it contains “Irish porn” ( I heard that saying last week, and it made me laugh so hard because it is SO true!)

Of course, the hero’s prevails in the end because they will only use their special powers for doing good, and you are happy to hear there is a second book. Cannot wait to start reading it.

FYI: When you read my Thursday's books if one catches your attention, and you want to read it let me know.

To me – a book on the shelf is the saddest thing there is. Books are meant to be shared. So come on over I am sure there is one waiting for you to borrow.

Utah vs. Hawaii???

I know Hawaii is famous for its beautiful waterfalls, and sometimes I find myself craving a quick trip to the islands just to see them.

But can it compare to this  - Waterfalls, icicles, and snow?

It was a lot cheaper to get there- a fraction of the cost really. Not including my time  - a mere 10 minute drive.

I came away with the same satisfied feeling of breathing in nature, and taking the time to notice God’s beautiful creations.

Plus…. the best bonus of all.

I danced with my puppy under the water fall. Who can ask for more than that?

Plus… I would never take him all the way to Hawaii.

He is such a naughty puppy, and would probably puke on the plane ride over.

Because

The sky was blue

 

It was over 50 degrees.

The world looks better from this point of view.

The snow is starting to melt.

And Timpanogos starts calling to me.

Spring in Utah

 

Yep, that pretty much sums it up.