The Final Summit by Andy Andrews

Thank you Booksneeze, for providing this book for me to review.

I finished this book a couple weeks ago, but have delayed writing a review because, to be honest, I’m not sure even yet how to rate it.

The story line is original and interesting. I liked that about the book. But once I got into the story, I found the writing dragging in places. If you had to come to a correct conclusion about how to save the human race and you had time constraints, as the characters in this book did, I don’t think you would be wasting the time that they did. They not only wasted time discussing the problem at hand, but spent time “socializing” which left me feeling totally frustrated and wanting to shake the “travelers” and yell at them to knock it off and get to the solution!

The author takes liberties with the lives of the historic characters, which is necessary because the type of facts one would need to keep the book factual would be either impossible to find or boring. So I do understand the need of the author to “make up” character personalities and actions/reactions. I just don’t agree with the direction he took with some of their personalities.

Not a bad book…just not a terrific book either.

Eat Your Peas Faithfully by Cheryl Karpen

Thank you, Booksneeze, for providing this gift book for me to review.

Why is it that so often we fail to turn to the one source who can solve any problem; who can allay any fears; who can soothe any hurt? We struggle on our own to fix life’s dilemmas until we reach the point where we are completely dismayed. Then, we remember God, and turn to him with our problem; our fears; our hurts.

Eat Your Peas is a small gift book that reminds us to be faithful in all things at all times. It is filled with affirmations and encouragements. It reminds us to “let go and let God.”

In simple yet delightful ways, the author brings hope through her wise words. Each two-page spread is focused on one concept pertaining to faith and faithfulness.

Although the book is short and can be read in a few minutes in one setting, it is jam packed with uplifting thoughts that can help you focus on God. It reminds you that with faith in God, all things are indeed possible.

This book is a book that you could give as a gift to anyone that you love. They will feel that love through the words of this book.

The Band That Played On by Steve Turner

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The disaster of the sinking of the Titanic is a story that has often been told in books, documentaries, and in the movies. The story of the Titanic is a heart wrenching tale that exposes mankind as the over-confident fool that we can surely be. But this book takes a look not at the fool hearty, over confident builders and ship captain, but at eight brave men who died that fateful night.

One can only imagine the terror and confusion that ensued as the great Titanic sank. Many lives were lost. A handful survived. Those who did survive testify of the courage of the eight member band who continued to play on as the ship sunk.

But we must wonder, what of these courageous men? What type of men were these who so calmly played on as the ship met its doom? What brought these eight men together to play in a band on that ill-fated voyage? These questions and more are answered in the book, “The Band That Played On”. In reading this book, it is obvious that careful and in-depth research was done to bring us the story of these brave men. This book is very well written and brings to life the band of the Titanic.

Kids are Funny: Noses

The other day I was babysitting my 6 year old grandson and 7 month old granddaughter.  I was looking at the baby and said to my grandson, "You know, Max, I think Aubrey has Grampa Zacks nose."

Max seriously said to me, "Oh no Gramma.  Believe me!  His nose isn't that small!"

He cracks me up sometimes!

Cleaning For A Reason

If you know any woman currently undergoing chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - once per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. It's our job to pass the word and let them know that there are people out there that care. Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along. Jusst click the title of this post to learn more.

Cleaning for a reason

If you know any woman currently undergoing chemotherapy, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - once per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. It's our job to pass the word and let them know that there are people out there that care. Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along. JUST CLICK ONTO THIS LINK http://www.cleaningforareason.org//

KFC "Honey"?

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Why It's Important to Read the Label

Recently my husband and I order KFC with biscuits, butter and “honey”.  While preparing my biscuit I noticed that the honey packet actually said “Honey Sauce”.   “Sauce?” I thought.  “Why does this say sauce?”  Then I noticed in the lower right corner a disclaimer that states “7% real honey”.  When reading the ingredients list, I was surprised to learn that KFC “honey” is really mostly corn syrup and sugar.  Who knew?  For many years we fed out children this honey for their KFC biscuits believing we were actually feeding them honey, which is a natural sweetener.

Henceforth, we plan to provide our own real, 100% honey when we eat from KFC.