Happy Father's Day!

All Pro Dad Seven Essentials to Be a Hero to your Kids By Mark Merrill What a great Father's Day gift! Mark has written a book just for dads. Being a parent is not easy. We all need reminders of how to actively love our children the best we can, as well as new strategies and tips for how to do this. Included in this book are 5 chapters that help dads (and mothers!) analyze who they are and how they should act. My favorite part about this book are the questions at the end of each chapter - “Huddle Up and Ask Your Child”. Asking children directed questions about our relationships is not easy, but with the help of these questions, I hope many fathers will have meaningful, life-changing conversations with their children. Thanks Thomas Nelson! Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

God Gave Us Love

God Gave Us Love
By Lisa Tawn Bergren
Art by Laura J. Bryant

This is not your typical children’s book. Bergren has written a unique story explaining God’s love to children (and adults who read them the book!). Little Cub asks deep, everyday questions to his knowledgeable Grampa, who in response teaches Little Cub of God’s special love for us.

The concepts in this book are sound and Biblical. God’s love is hard to explain and understand, but it is great to teach young children the concept early and give them a lot of time to grasp the concept.

I received this book first from Blogging for Books, and in the next week I was given it (and it’s sister book) at a baby shower, and in the next week my church gave me a copy. I believe this book must be or already is popular! You can’t teach your children anything more important than God’s love – pick up this book for them today!


Thank you Blogging for Books for this free book!

Garden of Madness

Garden of Madness
The Untold Story of King Nebuchadnezzar’s Daughter
By Tracy L. Higley

I read this book in a few days, which is some sort of record for me (I was reading while nursing, day and night, so I cheated a little)! Higley has written a novel of secrets. Tiamat is a Babylonian princess who has become a widow. As secrets slowly reveal themselves, Tia is torn between fulfilling her familial duties and following her heart. The bonds of family grow stronger as the princess discovers love and God. You won’t be disappointed by this clean, romantic, religious novel.

Thanks Thomas Nelson!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

I Am Second

I Am Second Real Stories. Changing Lives.
By Dave Sterrett and Doug Bender, Forward by Colt McCoy
Many stories are never told. Or never heard. I Am Second gives readers a chance to hear life changing stories - along with the reasons behind these life changing stories. Stories are told of the famous and un-famous, drug addicts, athletes, rock stars, and others in-between and how their lives have been changed forever by Christ.
I Am Second is an easy read. The chapters are short and well written. I don't typically enjoy books of "short stories" and was hoping this book would appeal more to me. I was hoping to hear life changing stories that weren't as dramatic, that involved everyday people (like me!) - people who may have been struggling in their relationship or came to know Christ in unusual, relatable ways. To read a short story or two from this book was enough . It is a book better enjoyed in chunks.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Thanks Blogging for Books!

PrayerWalk: Becoming a Woman of Prayer, Strength, and Discipline

I can't say I've put the advice in this book to practice, but someday I hope to. Janet Holm McHenry has written a much-loved book about walking with purpose – finding and making time to exercise our bodies and prayer life. Her advice is easy – just pray while you walk! (Advice is usually easier said than done!).

I am due in about a week and hope to use these principles and practices while walking our newborn. Prayer has always been a difficult practice for me to form a habit of, but I hope Janet's advice will help. It can't hurt!

Thank you Blogging for Books for this free book!

Sweet Sanctuary

Sweet Sanctuary by Sheila Walsh and Cindy Martinusen Coloma

Wren is a single mother working at a library. Charlie is a young boy struggling with school age friendships and his father. When a grandmother unexpectedly shows up at their house for an extended stay, old trials and repressed situations are brought to life again. You won't be disappointed by this heart touching novel. Sheila Walsh will drag you into one family's trials and tribulations to show the healing and encouragement that can come from confrontation and forgiveness.

Thanks Thomas Nelson!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

I want to be Amish!

Money Secrets of the Amish
Finding True Abundance in Simplicity, Sharing, and Saving
By Lorilee Craker

God calls us to be good stewards of money – to use what he has given us in God approved ways. I could own a newer car than my 1994 LeSabre, live in a real one bedroom apartment for more than $385 a month, and worry about saving money for retirement until retirement, but I believe God has called me to be smarter with what he has given me. Lorilee Cracker is on her way to spending less and saving more. Money Secrets of the Amish is full of easy money saving tips that are smart, practical, and easy to apply.
Learn to shop at second hand stores, buy local foods, save money in many ways, and live like the Amish. Life can be simple, we can have more free time, and we can have less clutter. Learn to buy only when you have the money to pay for what you want! Teach children how to be responsible and caring for their things. I hope you like this book as much as I did, and now want to join an Amish community too. :)

Thanks Thomas Nelson!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”