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Hiatus and illnesses
Already, I was planning on taking a few days, but I had not taken the time to put up a post stating as much. Never fear, there will be a winner for the Christian Historical Fiction Challenge from 2011, so make sure you update your lists! The Enginerd has a sinus thingy, AppleBlossom has bronchiolitis, croup and an ear infection. OrangeBlossom has worse bronchiolitis and we’re using a nebulizer with albuterol every four hours (24-7) until further notice. (She’s four months old at this point to AB’s two years). I’m a tired mama.
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Marley: A Thanksgiving to Remember
Marley can’t wait to lend a helping paw for Thanksgiving! With the biggest dinner of the year to prepare, Marley’s family is busy. But will Marley’s antics get in the way? Find out in this hilarious lift-the-flap adventure starring the world’s worst dog!
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A Home For Christmas: The Sweetest Gift / A Christmas Angel (Inspirational Christmas Collection)
A Home For Christmas: The Sweetest Gift / A Christmas Angel (Inspirational Christmas Collection) The Sweetest Gift by Mary Connealy A Christmas Angel by Robin Lee Hatcher Genre: Christmas Christian Historical Romance Pages: 127 ebook Date Published: November 2011 Publisher: Ten Talents Press The Sweetest Gift by Mary Connealy Seattle, Washington 1899 A spinster with a master’s degree who is a world traveler, librarian by day and concert pianist by night, marries a Nebraska rancher with an eighth grade education. Their worlds are so far apart that each is afraid to admit their marriage of convenience is turning into a love match. When Christmas draws near Adelaide must decide if…
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Mommy to Be Journal by Janice Hanna Thompson and Randi Morrow
You love to journal. And here are brand-new journals you’ll simply adore! With beautiful quotations or encouraging devotional readings plus inspirational scripture, they’ll fit perfectly into your life. And you’ll be delighted at the ample space for journaling what’s on your heart. The appealing package makes for a great gift, too.
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Best Creative Madness Mama Reads of 2011
Yes, there is about ten or so more days left… but I’ll cut it off here. This year I read 313 of my goal for 300 books this year. I might make 315 by years end! Then there is also a good half dozen or so in the DNF pile that I may or may not ever go back to. My understanding is that I read approximately 53,069 pages. Lots of children’s picture books, a few board books, some non fiction, and tons of Christian Historical Fiction. Earlier today I was asked for my favorite read of 2011. That was a hard decision to make, but after narrowing it down…
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Winter Preschool and Tot Activities
Looking for something to do with your Tot or Preschooler? Here's a few ideas...
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Words from the mouth of babes…
AppleBlossom: Don’t say no ma’am, Mama! Mama: You need to behave. AppleBlossom: I’m not gonna behave, Mama! *•.,¸¸,:•:*¨¨*:•:,¸¸,:•:*¨¨*:•*•.,¸¸,:•:*¨¨*:•:,¸¸,:•:*¨¨*:••:*¨¨*:•:,¸¸,:•:*¨¨*:•:,¸¸,.•* AppleBlossom: I singin! Happy No Clap Clap! Happy No Clap Clap! Mama sing!! Mama: You mean Happy and you know it? If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands… AppleBlossom: HAPPY NO! CLAP CLAP! (claps hands with enthusiasm)
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A Safe, Clean and Green Holiday Gift Idea-Siliskin Drinking Glass Sets in Special Edition 7 oz. Size
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A Heart Renewed by Karen Baney {Preview}
Headstrong. Unconventional. Until life turns upside down… Julia Colter struggles to accept life under her controlling brother's greed. The suitors he selects would benefit him, but are far from the ideal husband for her. When her rebellion against her brother puts her life at risk, she turns to her friend for help. Adam Larson longs to train horses and plans to head west to the Arizona Territory to see his dreams fulfilled. When his sister's best friend shows up in the middle of the night, he agrees to help her flee. The decision changes his life, in more ways than he expected. Can Julia forget the pain from her past…
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The Worst Twelve Days of Christmas by Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen {Review}
In this spirited reworking of the classic song “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” Joy has to deal with her first Christmas with a new baby brother—and nothing could be worse. He drools on the ornaments and ruins the presents, he eats all the cookies and smashes the snowmen, and he’s on the verge of taking over the whole holiday. Joy’s patience runs out as the baby’s mishaps pile up. A sweet surprise turns the tables on Joy, who eventually appreciates what her baby brother adds to the holiday. Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Ryan Wood pair perfectly for this funny holiday book with a sibling-appreciation message that will make readers laugh and…
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Santa Poo Pourri
Santa Poo Pourri natural air freshener and spray deodorizer www.poopourri.net A little Christmas Holly, a dash of Evergreen, and a hint of Citrus greet you in the restroom after taking a quick peek at the tree. No potpourri is in sight and yet it smells so good, and then you notice the half eaten cookie on the sink ledge. Ho ho ho! Looks like even Santa has to go from time to time. Being his polite jolly self, he always uses Santa Poo, the essential oil based Before-You-Go bathroom spray from Poo Pourri. Just spray the bowl before sitting on the throne and eliminate unwanted odors before they can get…
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Anessia’s Quest by Karen Arnpriester {Preview}
Making mistakes is a part of life… Social butterfly, Caroline Larson, longs for adventure. Since her best friend left Texas, she grows dissatisfied with her life. A little lie to her parents sends her on the journey of her life. Stranded in the Arizona desert, far from her final destination, she must rely on a stranger who gets under her skin. Thomas Anderson has always struggled with making good decisions. A twist of fate, or Providence, leads him to Arizona to take a job as an express rider. Dealing with the ghosts of his past threatens to overshadow his future—until he meets a woman needing his help. Sparks fly as…
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Christian Fiction Book Club Book December Book Selection: She Walks in Beauty by Siri Mitchell
She Walks in Beauty by Siri Mitchell Readers’ Discussion Questions Go back to my introduction post here… The Christian Fiction Book Club. Each month different people from around the blogiverse have the opportunity to host and post about a certain title that has caught their eye. This month is hosted at one of my favorite friendly blogger’s places, Renee at Black ‘n Gold Girls Book Spot on December 17th. She Walks in Beauty by Siri Mitchell!!!!! Have you ever wanted to fix one of your physical attributes? Which one? Why? Yes. Belly area. Definitely, for as long as I can remember thinking about my image, I remember thinking that my…
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Everyday Spiritual Warfare by Amy Barkman {Preview}
Everyday Spiritual Warfare gives practical knowledge for victorious living in a fallen world. Rev. Barkman has shared this wisdom in workshops, retreats, and sermons in several states over the past few decades. Both new and mature Christians have found the material very helpful in their walk with the Lord Jesus Christ.
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On the Path with God by Erwin W. Lutzer
Inspiring meditations from the heart of popular pastor and author Dr. Erwin Lutzer join breathtaking photographs of winding country paths, inviting doorways, and meandering European cobblestone streets and invite readers to take time to walk with God.
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“The Jesus Storybook Bible” by New York Times Bestselling Author Sally Lloyd-Jones Sells a Half Million Copies!
Recently ranked #1 on the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) December 2011 Bestseller List, THE JESUS STORYBOOK BIBLE (Zonderkidz) by New York Times best-selling author Sally Lloyd-Jones has now surpassed 500,000 in sales, as announced by Zonderkidz. The book is winner of the 2009 NAPPA Award, the 2007 Moonbeam Award, the 2010 Mom’s Choice Award, and the 2010 ALA Notable Award. Since its 2007 debut, there have been eight editions of the JESUS STORYBOOK BIBLE, including a Spanish bilingual version, a deluxe edition with audio from British actor David Suchet, and a church curriculum companion coming in January 2012. The book has also been published in seventeen different languages. “Sally…