Challenge Friday; Catch up

Books Read;

Golden Palaces

Behind the Veil

The Pirate Daughter's Promise

Verse Progress;

I am sad to say that I am very behind in my memorization. I hope to work hard on it this week and next to catch up

Book Review; The Pirate Daughters Promise

I'm trying to catch up on book reviews.  I did this one for Homeschool Authors.

How far would you go to keep a promise? Skyler McHenry is faced with this question in the thrilling high seas adventure by Molly Evangline.

When Molly agreed to do an interview for Homeschool authors, I went to her website to do some research. When I saw that The Pirate Daughter’s Promise was only 99 cents, I decided to buy it.  I am so glad I did.

From the gripping opening to the final, touching page, I was enthralled with Skylers story. Orphaned and with only two friends in the world, Skyler leads a hard life.  She keeps a secret her father had made her promise not to reveal until she found someone who loves and she trusts completely.  A secret concerning a hidden pirate treasure.

I was skeptical when I began this book as I have never really likes pirate stories.  As a lover of history, I had learned to much about pirates to ever think of them as good guys in films or books.  I was delightfully surprised at this book.  This was not about a “Christian” pirate, nor was piracy shown as acceptable.  The good captain and his crew hunt pirates and return the stolen goods.

I loved the faith and morals displayed in The Pirate Daughter’s Promise.  Prayer not only is a normal part of life, it works.  The romance will stand up to the highest moral standards.  This book is very wholesome and refreshing.

If you are looking for a book full of adventure that is faith building, The Pirate Daughter’s Promise is a wonderful choice.

Authors and Nancy Drew

Tonight I am snuggled up with my sister Mikayla.  We are watching...

While working on interviews for...

What a nice way to spend the evening isn't it?

Multitudes on Mondays; Politics

Sometimes it is hard in the midst of all the bickering to count our blessings in the realm of politics.  However, there are things I am thankful for.  Here are a few of them 

#101. That I live in a country where we are still debating the issues, one side hasn't restrained the other from speaking. 

#102.  I have the right to vote.

#103. I can vote without fear (think of all the countries where people risk their lives to vote)

#104. No matter who wins, there will not be rioting in the streets and unrest for days on end.

#105. There are still good men willing to run.

#106. That I work for one of the best elected officials ever.

#107. That there is a value of life in this country (that is why the death penalty, abortion and things like that are still debate topics).

#108. That our government is set up so no one man can ruin it.

#109. Faith is not only talked about, it is considered an asset by many.

#110. God is in control and is working out his perfect plan, even if my guy doesn't win.

Writing Saturday; Homeschool Authors

Head over to Homeschool Authors where we now have 31 authors listed and 75 books!!!  Let's all support Homeschool authors.

Multitudes on Mondays; A Few of my Favorite things

Sometimes it is the little things that we so easily forget, that are the biggest blessings.  So today, I am thankful for

#91. Tempting book covers

#92. Hands to hold

#93. Pink flowers

#94. Quiet moments with God

#95.  Blank paper and Pens

Source 

#96. Laughing with a friend

#97. Working in the Garden

#98. Eating with my family

#99. Memorable Quotes

#100. Walking among the Trees

New Project

There are a lot of Homeschool authors out there with their wonderful books just waiting for us. So I have decided to launch a blog dedicated to helping readers find books by Homeschool authors.  I have just started it and hope to soon have a long list of books, author interviews, giveaways and much more.  I need your help!!  Do you know of books written by homeschoolers? Let me know

Something Greater

“If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we were made for another world.” C. S. Lewis

Today, we watched all three Narnia movies in a row.  When we got to the end, the tears came to my eyes.  I NEVER cry at movies, yet I was stirred deeply.  As Reepicheep is allowed to go into Alslan's country and Prince/King Caspian is compelled to stay behind, I saw a parallel with our life.

Last year, I went the the funeral of a young man who was loved by his family.  One of his sisters asked me; "Why we had to live on Earth?  Why can't we just go to Heaven?"  Like C. S. Lewis said we know we are made for another world.  But why are some allowed to enter heaven, while others have to stay behind?

At the end of The Dawn Treader, I think we see the answer, at least for why some of us are left behind; we still have work to do.  We may not have kingdoms to run  like Caspian, but we do have many people watching us.  God has placed us here for a time to shine his light to a hurting a broken world, one that is searching for something  better.

PaperBackSwap; An avid readers best friend

About a year ago, we were about to get rid of a bunch of books when my mom discovered PaperBack Swap.  It is an avid reader's dream, thousands of books ready for the taking.  We have sent out 191 books and received 178 books.  It has been a huge blessing and a big money saver.  Here are a few of the books that you can get right now on PaperBack Swap.

Multitudes on Mondays; Challenge

Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing ~ Helen Keller

What is life without challenges, daring, adventure? This year, I want to be more daring.  With that in mind I have joined some challenges.  They have already been a huge blessing to me. So today, I'm thankful for


#81. The His Words in Our Hearts Challenge 
#82. The 52 Weeks Challenge
#83. Friends that encourage me to challenge myself
#84. The Contentment Reading Challenge
#85. Family who are encouraging me to be more active this year
#86. The blessing of the Bible
#87. For all the books I own
#88. For authors who dared to write
#89. For the blogs that have inspired me
#90. For yet another  year