Journey To Christmas Is A Must See For The Whole Family~

 The Journey To Christmas Dvd is a must see for all family members this season.  What better way to learn the true meaning of Christmas than to watch Biblical scholar, Nizar Shaheen lead a small group of individuals through the Holy Land to trace the steps of Jesus's birth.  The scenes are breath-taking as this blessed event becomes alive.  The glory of the film is that it is real and spiritually uplifted.  The viewers feel as if they are also there and they can be a part of the most wonderful experience ever.  A sweet reminder to all of us to remember to celebrate the birth of our King not only on the Holiday but everyday of the year.   I was given the opportunity to watch this awesome movie from Tyndale Media in exchange for my honest review.  This film will bring families closer together and open the doors for further conversation on the birth of Christ.  I highly recommend!

And A Little Child Shall Lead Them~

  "Heaven is for Real" Little Todd Burpo's account on his trip to Heaven and back is one book that you won't want to pass up reading!  It is delightful and inspiring, uplifting and hopeful (all those things which are hard to find in this stressful day and time we live in).  Todd's account reminds us that Heaven is our goal and that is real.  Who better to have such an awesome experience than a little child.  The Good Book tells us "that a little child shall lead them".  Children are pure and innocent.  Little children don't lie...they have no reason to.  Todd's real life story confirms that what God's word is true.  It brings us joy knowing we have a lot to look  forward to.  This lovely novel is a great comfort to those who have recently lost loved ones and it may convert the soul of a non-believer.  I adore this writing and highly recommend.  A real perk of being a member of  Book Sneeze is the wonderful opportunity of receiving books like this in exchange for an honest review.

Cindy Woodsmall's "The Christmas Singing"

"The Christmas Singing" is the perfect gift for amish reader fans this Season.  Cindy Woodsmall's riveting ability to capture the hearts of  such a huge audience is due in part because of the valuable lessons on love and life portrayed in her writings.  This excellent saga causes the readers to emphathize with Mattie after Gideon breaks her heart.  He breaks their engagement and through much pain Mattie must move on.  We can relate to her suffering.  After time has passed, Mattie finds a new love which she so deserves and as we applaud her, guess who pops back into her life?  Read this powerful love novel about forgiveness and real love.  Perhaps that is why so many have come to adore the amish love stories.  Cindy Woodsmall has again, rose over the top with this monumental book! I was elated to receive this book from Blogging for Books Walterbrookmultnomah in exchange for my honest review~

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Everything Christmas, A Family Heirloom for the Holidays

Everything Christmas by David Bordon and Tom Winters was a favorite read for our family during this past holiday season.  Loaded with tons of treasures starting with the history of Christmas; various traditions and tips for enjoying the Season this book is truly Everything Christmas.  We had no intention of going through this resource of information in  a hasty piece.  We wanted to fully digest each new facet presented.  There are heartwarming stories, carols and poems, ideas, suggestions on gifting and Christmas rememberances.  The most celebrated holiday around the world with all the grand joyous details.   This is a glorious book which would make for the perfect family heirloom to read yearly with the family.  I loved this gift and will cherish it and pass onto my children for their children.  I had the wonderful pleasure of receiving this book to read for Blogging for Books website.

What I Want For Christmas~ Your Votes!

Save a Young Person's Life by Voting In the 1990's while I was a Psychology Major, I wrote a term paper on how important it is to educate our young about the symptoms and signs of depression.  I felt that if the Government thought that Gym class was important for our physical health, how much more of a need for a mental health class.  My term paper won me a Big A and my professor at the time wrote across the heading of  my project...."But who would fund this enormous task?"  I'm delighted that I am here today to see this dream so close to becoming a reality.  Everyone can help youth who suffer with depression with their votes in Pepsi's Refresh Challenge.  The Challenge will be running until December 31st and you can vote each  day!