Tag: books

  • too easily satisfied

    too easily satisfied

    I’m still reading along in this book (1st fave) and came across an entry a few weeks ago that has been working on me ever since. It’s worth meditation, so I thought I’d share a portion of it here: “I know it’s my problem and I suspect it’s yours too – we’re just too easily satisfied. It’s not…

  • 10 Books I Want to Read

    10 Books I Want to Read

    oh, book lists. they kill me. the problem with book lists is that you have to narrow things down to an actual manageable list. I have problems with decision making, especially when it comes to rather minuscule things like milkshake flavor, hot or iced coffee, and which books to put on my book list. Nevertheless, I have…

  • 30+ of the very BEST books for preschoolers!

    30+ of the very BEST books for preschoolers!

    My kids and I spend a large percentage of our days reading. The funny thing about that is that only 1/4 of us actually read. My 3 kids {ages 1, 3, and 5} look at books, listen to audiobooks, listen to me read, and attend storytime at the library on a somewhat sporadic basis due to their somewhat…

  • How to Read {when you don’t have time} :: 9 tips

    How to Read {when you don’t have time} :: 9 tips

    As I quoted from the book, Steal Like an Artist: “Whether you’re in school or not, it’s always your job to get yourself an education.” I cannot agree more with that statement. Reading is not just a hobby for me. It is the main way I further my education.  Reading is the best way to learn for free.…

  • The Pastor’s Wife :: a book review

    The Pastor’s Wife :: a book review

    I recently finished reading The Pastor’s Wife: Strengthened by Grace for a Life of Love by Gloria Furman. This small book packs a punch of encouragement straight from God’s Word. Furman’s book is filled with Bible verses and Gospel exhortation in three main areas: Loving the Chief Shepherd Loving an Under-Shepherd Loving the Bride of Christ…

  • Pretty Takes Practice :: a book review

    Pretty Takes Practice :: a book review

    Today’s book review is a totally light + fun read entitled Pretty Takes Practice. This particular book grabbed my attention while I was browsing the “New Non-fiction” section of my library. I had never heard of the author before but was quite happy to discover that Charla Muller lives in my very own city of Charlotte,…

  • The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up :: a book review

    The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up :: a book review

    I listened to most of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up while driving home from Kentucky after my husband’s PhD classes. By the time I arrived home, I was ready to TIDY UP ALL THE THINGS. Unfortunately, we left 2 1/2 days later for missions trip, so I only had time to tidy my closet. I…

  • Steal Like an Artist :: book review

    Steal Like an Artist :: book review

    I can’t remember how I first heard about Steal Like an Artist, but I seem to remember seeing it via instagram – maybe from Emily or the Nester. If you love to create (whether by writing, making music, taking pictures, or any other form), read this book. I started reading it on a Friday night and…

  • 5 Things I Learned from Kara Tippetts

    5 Things I Learned from Kara Tippetts

    A couple weeks ago, my sister told me about a book entitled The Hardest Peace. I found the audiobook via my local library and began listening the next day. Personally, one of the signs of a good book is when I talk with Jonathan about the things I’m reading. This book definitely hit that mark. I…

  • The Prodigal God :: book review

    The Prodigal God :: book review

    There’s something so fulfilling about finishing a good book, isn’t there? Yesterday I finished reading The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Timothy Keller. This little book takes a deeper look at the parable of the two lost sons found in Luke 15. Keller breaks the book up into 7 sections: The People Around…

  • 9 Books to Build Your Marriage

    One of the best things I have done for my marriage is to read excellent books on the subject. Reading quality books on Christian topics is a way to be discipled by people you may never meet. You get to learn from their failures + successes and implement those lessons in your own marriage. With…

  • a new tradition

    a new tradition

    I’m a big fan of meaningful traditions. But sometimes it’s hard to just ‘come up with’ a great tradition to start, right? Last year, we started using a new advent with our kids. We did it in the evenings before bed and everyone loved it. We’re definitely going to use it again. But I’m also going to try…