Enriching Father Daughter Relations

 

   This beautiful one year devotional opens the doors to a more intimate relationship between fathers and daughters.  Fathers are called to be the spiritual leaders in the family and this book will solidify open doors of communication between parent and child.  The One Year Father Daughter Devotions By Jesse Florea, Leon C Wirth & Bob Smithouser is the perfect tool for caring parenting.  Not only is there a daily story to discuss but the authors suggest an activity to go along with the lesson.  After reviewing this copy sent to me on behalf of Tyndale Publishers in exchange for my thoughts I would have to establish that this book is intended for pre-teens or young adult.  This is when parents find that it is the most difficult to have discussions with their offspring.  The lessons are geared towards questions that may arise in a young persons mind while going through struggles and difficulties at their age.  I am envious that this is available now for parents and know that the book will prove to make a positive impact in families.  It will also ensure that young people are aware how proud their parents are of them as seen on Oct. 20th where the topic is A Father's Joy.  It expounds upon the many things that can make a father happy but points out that the most joy a father feels is in his children and backs this up with scripture.  In this case, where a person might not be able to adequately show his love to his child, the doors are opened to a discussion of how he truly feels.  There are so many more beautiful topics which will enrich  father and daughter relationships.  This book is a must have and must read.  The One Year Father Daughter Devotions would make a loving gift for dads and daughters.  I highly recommend~

Holiday French Vanilla BANANA walnut Dessert

Thanks to Torani I know that noone will come close to baking anything as special as my Holiday French Vanilla Banana Walnut dessert.  Rather than baking ordinary banana bread I desired to surprize my family with a sweet treat.  Torani made this possible and had my spouse begging for more.

 

Ingredients

 

1 box quick bread Banana

2 eggs

1/4 cup of water

3 tablespoons of vegetable oil

1 small bag of walnuts

3 tablespoons of Torani Sugar-free French

Vanilla

 

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees

grease pan

mix together all the ingredients

pour in pan

bake for 45 minutes

Let cool for about a half hour

 

The french vanilla added the perfect amount of sweetness.  Not only was the warm dessert delicious but my home carried a heavenly scent for the remainder of the day.  Optional ideas include placing a scoop of french vanilla ice cream on the dessert when serving and have your favorite java brewing and bottles of Torani on hand.  Enjoy~

I would like to thank She Speaks again for the wonderful opportunity to try the Torani Syrups in exchange for my honest review.

Gretchen Rubin Reminds Us We Can Be Content Wherever We Are

 

Gretchen Rubin's Happier at Home is a refreshing read of how a woman can be completely content at home, however this is her story of how she finds projects that give her self satisfaction.  Gretchen's book largely resembles my own since I was forced out of working due to a physical disability.  Although difficult  in the first years, I prayed a lot and decided to put my energies into our humble home by gardening in the summer, canning and freezing vegetables throughout the Fall and sewing in the winter.  I am at peace and enjoy my lot.  In fact, I am more content than I have ever been at any other time of my life.  In that way, I felt I had a lot in common with the author.  I think that the reader could gain more insight if they could replace being happier at home with whatever or wherever they may be in their personal life at this moment.  Whether if they work full-time or have a sick parent or if they are newly married, the important message here is that a person can truly be content under any circumstane.  It's a matter of attitude.  I was given the opportunity to read this book from Walterbrook Multnomah in exchange for my review.  It is an easy read with great ideas and warmth.  It's one of those reads that leave you with good feelings.

Wallace Henley's "Globe Quake", No Need to Fear

 

Wallace Henley's Globe Quake - Living in the unshakeable Kingdom while the World falls apart demonstrates how biblical prophecy is coming to pass and how our faith should be stronger knowing that God will sustain his children during this time.  Ironically most individuals are aware that something is going on in the world and many are preparing for an apocalypse by stocking up on emergency supplies and building underground shelters.  Man is acting out of fear, especially those who do not know God.  Globe Quake prepares the reader on what to expect and how to react in these circumstances.  I was offered to read this book from Book Sneeze in exchange for my honest review.  I couldn't wait because I am excited to be living in the last days and seeing phrophecy come to past.  I feel priviledged to have the scriptural knowledge to understand and the faith to believe that God will see me through.  Wallace Henley worked as an aide in the White House to Richard Nixon.  His wisdom is amazing.  His book outlines how we can create a stable atmosphere within our families and our churches regardless of the teachings in the world.  In his own words, '"Standing like a stone wall"' and '"The Unshakeable Kingdom"'.  His message is to stand on God's truth without waivering so that we can be that light for others who are surrounded by darkness.  I highly recommend this book for everyone.  One of the best books that I have read about end times recently.

Bold as Love, Doing What Doesn't Come Naturally

Bob Roberts Jr. makes some outstanding points about interacting with other individuals who are not of our same Faith or belief system in his stellar novel, BOLD AS LOVE What can Happen When we see People the Way God Does.  We call ourselves Christians yet how many times do we miss the opportunity to engage with those who are not of similar faiths?  Do we stay away out of fear or making waves.  Are we not up to the challenge?  Is it possible to respect someone else for their belief and love them as God does.  Yes, it is entirely possible as the author outlines for us but it may mean being uncomfortable when you first try.  Let's face it, some people may never see things the way  we do yet the only thing God expects of us is to love them.  Love them enough to respect their views.  I enjoyed reading this book which I recieved from Handlebar publishing in exchange for my review.  I think the meaning is so important and can be applied to loving others who may be unique and different in any way to which is different from our own.  This is the true test of God's spirit working in our lives.  Those things which are difficult for me to do naturally can be accomplished with Gods spirit which he freely gives us.  This book has given me the desire to make the opportunity to meet others from different faiths.  An outstanding read~

Dick Wolf's first steps into this literary thriller has erupted into a cyperspace sensation

 

On sale December 26, 2012

 

Dick Wolf's first steps into this literary thriller has erupted into a cyperspace sensation as a prelude to our next best read!  Those fortunate enough to get their hands on the advanced reader's edition have nothing but praise and applauds for this nail-biting, edge of your seat novel.  Hands down, I agree with the intense excitement having been a recepient in exchange for my honest review.  It's one of those books that will keep you up all night and turning off the volume to your smart phone. 

 

 

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