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• Review: Annie’s People Trilogy by Beverly Lewis – Letting Go Can Gain You...

  

  I have a friend who loves the Amish people. Growing up in Ohio, we’ve both been exposed to the Amish and Mennonite communities of northeastern Ohio to some... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Dad’s Recommendations – For the Love of Reading

  

  I have always been a big reader. When I was younger it was Curious George and Clifford The Big Red Dog. But as I grew older it was The Babysitter’s Club, Nancy... Read more

  Posted on 25 June 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• How to Decide What to Read Next

  

  One of the biggest issues faced by a bookworm like myself is not finding something to read, but deciding what to read next. I have piles of books, some started... Read more

  Posted on 07 June 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• If I Could Dictate the Next Adaptations….

  

  I love going to the movies, even more so now that every other movie coming out is an adaptation of some of my favorite book. But I’ve always been into movies... Read more

  Posted on 01 June 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Paper Towns by John Green – Perception is Everything

  

  Have you ever had this perception of someone you meet only to find out later that it was completely wrong? Everyone experiences this. I had a friend in college... Read more

  Posted on 25 May 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• The Soulkeeper Series by GP Ching – Sometimes You Just Need a Little Faith

  

  It’s been a while since I’ve had an opportunity to write. Normally I’ll take little breaks from blogging when I have a lot of work to accomplish. But this... Read more

  Posted on 17 May 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Movie Review: Insurgent – Something’s Missing Here…

  

  I love going to the movies on the weekend. My profession is very consuming and I do a lot of volunteer work outside of my job so it’s nice to be able to take a... Read more

  Posted on 11 April 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Experiencing a Classic Through Audiobook – Treasure Island

  

  When I was a kid I was already reading something. The Baby-Sitters Club, The Boxcar Children , Nancy Drew and even Clifford the Big Red Dog were counted among m... Read more

  Posted on 29 March 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Insurgent Book Review: Preparing for the Film Release

  

  Have you heard that Insurgent is in theaters? If not, you must be hiding under a rock. I’m really excited about the movie. I’m hoping to go see it tomorrow. Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• A Double Play: Two Inspiring Stories of Creating a New Beginning

  

  It’s been a while since I’ve logged on and written a post. While I haven’t been writing much recently, fear not, I have been reading a ton. Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• What Will Entice E.L. James Readers to the Box Office This Valentine’s Weekend?

  

  Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and couples everywhere are making plans – What to give as a gift? What to do on a date? Where to go for dinner? This... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Book Review: End of Secrets by Ryan Quinn – Have You Figured It out Yet?

  

  I teach Sunday School for Pre-schoolers twice a month in my local church. I love the ages of 3 and 4 because the kids are always full of questions and I can tel... Read more

  Posted on 01 February 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Movie Review: Inherent Vice – What the Hell Just Happened?

  

  There are times when my boyfriend and I just don’t have anything to do on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Our chores have been completed thanks to teamwork,... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies – Conclusion to an Epic Tale

  

  I don’t know about you, but one of the things I was most looking forward to this past Christmas was the conclusion to The Hobbit movie series. Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2015 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Plaster City by Johnny Shaw – This is for All the Boys

  

  If you can’t tell just by looking at my website with its pink and purple tones or some of my reading choices like Twilight and The Station Series, I’m a bit of... Read more

  Posted on 27 December 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Review: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt – A Example of Modern-day Idolatry

  

  Not long ago I was having a philosophical conversation with a friend about the existence of idolatry for today’s Christians. (I know, pretty deep.) She stated... Read more

  Posted on 22 November 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Book Review: Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins – The Politics of a Revolution

  

  Just a couple of weeks ago, we had our elections here in Southwest Florida. The run for Governor was especially cut throat this year. Read more

  Posted on 16 November 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Unconditional Love is Just Undisciplined Love – A Book Review of Gone Girl by...

  

  I’m not a married woman, but I have been with the same person for the past 8 year. At first we started out as friends, hanging out at the beach, attending rock... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Movie Vs. Book – If I Stay – Which Version Wins Out?

  

  It’s been a while since I’ve been able to dedicate some time to blogging. I have been doing a lot of reading recently, but most of my free time has been... Read more

  Posted on 05 October 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Inamorata by Megan Chance – The Unexpected Love Story

  

  Have you ever admired a piece of art and then afterwards tried to describe it a friend and find yourself falling short on how to describe it? Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE