Casa de Naomi book 2

casa de naomi

Some time last year I had the privilege of “meeting” a wonderful author (Paula) and reviewing her book Casa de Naomi. You can read that review here. So, imagine how thrilled I was when she contacted me a month ago and asked if I would be willing to review a second book in the Casa de Naomi series! In the last book, Naomi has kept hidden her true heritage. She is a Jew, and because of persecution in Spain (Spanish [...]

Catching Raindrops By Crystal Hoblit (My cousin!)

Catching Raindrops, by Crystal Hoblit

A Review of Catching Raindrops. Before I start telling you about the book, I would like to introduce you to the author! Her name is Crystal and she is my cousin! So yes, I am going to brag a little. I remember being young preteens and Crystal, her younger sis Kaylee and I would hang out every chance we got.  One thing we did was write. I remember writing very elaborate stories about; I kid you not, Our Cats! Oh [...]

Raider’s Vendetta, Review and Giveaway

Raider's Vendetta by Karen Arnpriester

A review of Karen Arnpriester’s book, Raider’s Vendetta. Just another ordinary day, can quickly turn into a nightmare. When 50 year old Charlie is required to go into the bank instead of using the ATM like she normally would, her entire world changes. A bank robbery goes bad and Charlie finds herself a hostage. The “still small voice” is her guide, and even when she could have been released from hostage, she stays, sending another in her place. Why was [...]

How I Learned History

how I learned history

If you know me at all, you may know that I was home-schooled. Maybe you even remember this post. What you may not know, is how I learned history.  I wasn’t given a textbook with dry boring content. In fact I don’t think we had a history text book in the house.  What I was given were books. Lots and lots and lots of books. And I loved love to read! What were the books about? Well, interestingly enough, they [...]

Pages From the Past

Pages from the Past

A little known fact about me, is that I love old things. Really old things, not just second hand things like what most of my house is. I’m talking at least a 100 years or more.  Old books also happen to be something I enjoy. Oh, who I am kidding? I just love books! Having (hopefully) made clear my love of old things. I have something rather exciting to share with you! Megan, From Shaping up to be a Mom, [...]