Coco & Molly a week older and even cuter (if that's possible)
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Shoplet Sanford Writing Pens #Review
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I recently received the following Fantastic Pens to review.
The Sharpie Gel Highlighters feature gel stick technology which provides the strongest smear protection across pen and marker inks and ink jet printouts Won't dry out if left uncapped or bleed through paper unlike Permanent Markers. Works great on all paper surfaces, including glossy or thin papers. Conforms to your handwriting style and writes as long as a traditional pen-style highlighter. Twist bottom to advance gel stick. The stand-out colors come in Fluorescent Pink, Fluorescent Orange, and Fluorescent Yellow.
Remember the days of the awkward rolly-polly design? Thankfully, these are designed to fit your hand and the best part.. no smearing by the palms of your hands or bleeding through three pages at a time! You'll appreciate the smooth strokes of the gels.
These highlighters can be left uncapped for days without drying out and you just twist the bottom to advance the vibrant color. Perfect to send along to school with your Kiddo's.
This stainless steel precision writing tool has a fine tip for consistent writing and a soft grip for comfort. The best part.. it's refillable! The vibrant ink is acid-free, smear and fade resistant. The smooth and sleek features plus the easy-to-refill benefit make this premium pen a winner! (Note to self: Great stocking stuffer.)
I appreciate a retractable Ballpoint Pen for my handbag. Remember to initially remove the guard on the tip for writing. I usually gravitate towards the fine tip pens. However, I received the medium tip pens and was pleasantly surprised when they delivered the same crisp, clean lines I've grown accustomed to.
The rubber grip and hand-friendly design adds to effortless writing without the dragging. When they state they have brought back the Joy to writing.. they really have!
Disclosure: I received the above complimentary products from Shoplet.com in order to facilitate my review. No other compensation was received. The opinions expressed above are my own.
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The Ride of Her Life by Lorna Seilstad
Paperback: 381 pages
Publisher: Revell; Original edition (May 1, 2012)
ISBN-10: 0800734475
ISBN-13: 978-0800734473
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She's planted firmly on solid ground.
He's ready to sweep her off her feet.
The only man pragmatic Lilly Hart needs in her life is a six-year-old. Widowed for three years, Lilly has decided to leave the home of her intrusive in-laws to stand on her own. However, her in-laws find her new life as a cook at Lake Manawa utterly unsuitable for their grandson. When an argument ensues, a handsome stranger--who designs roller coasters, of all things--intercedes on her behalf. But Lilly is not about to get involved with any man, especially this cocky gentleman. Little does she know she is about to begin the ride of her life.
Filled with the sweet romance of summer, The Ride of Her Life will have you laughing out loud and sighing contentedly as you spend the summer of 1906 at Lake Manawa.
"Lorna Seilstad pulled me into the world she created around Lake Manawa with the lake breeze, the sailboats, and the leisure of summer days. But the love story and the characters were what made the book great. This needs to be everyone's first choice for a vacation read, or if you just want to open the pages of a book and be transported from your recliner to the beach." ~ Mary Connealy, author, Doctor in Petticoats and Wrangler in Petticoats
Lilly Hart and her six year-old son, Levi, are managing the best they can after the death of their husband and father, Ben. Lily is a waitress at Lake Manawa, and currently living in a tent at the local campground.
Her In-laws are hell bent on taking Levi away from her and won't let anything or anyone get in the way of accomplishing this.
When Nick Perrin arrives in town to design a roller coaster for Lake Manawa's amusement park he can't help but take a notice to Lilly and her son. Hearing the threats made by her In-laws, he steps up to help and defend. However, Lilly is hesitant to let anyone get close to her.
Can Nick eventually melt away at her heart? Can Lilly hang on to Levi in spite of her In-laws conniving ways?
Great characters and storyline will keep you turning the pages!
About the Author..
A history buff, antique collector, and freelance graphic designer, Lorna Seilstad is the author of Making Waves and A Great Catch. She draws her setting from her home state of Iowa. A former high school English and journalism teacher, she has won several online writing awards and is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers.
Available May 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book in order to facilitate my review. No other compensation was received. The opinions expressed above are my own.
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Monday, May 28, 2012
Working Successfully with Screwed-Up People by Dr. Elizabeth Brown
Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Revell (May 1, 2012)
ISBN-10: 0800720113
ISBN-13: 978-0800720117
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Crazy co-workers stressing you out? Here's the solution...
Let's face it. Some people just don't listen, don't care, and aren't willing to compromise. And you probably work with some of them. The incomprehensible supervisor. The person in the next office who chats more than works. The customer who, by the way, isn't always right.
We all know them - the difficult people who make us crazy and make our work environment extremely stressful.
the incomprehensible boss
the annoying and unproductive coworker
the customer who is impossible to please
The good news is, it doesn't take two people to change a relationship in the workplace. It takes one--you! Now the bestselling author of Living Successfully with Screwed-Up People offers expert advice to help you not only get along with co-workers who get under your skin but actually succeed at work in spite of them. You'll learn how to be unflappable, imperturbable, and unflustered in every workplace situation.
Less stress at work can start today. So what are you waiting for?
We can all use a little less stress in our lives, especially when it comes to dealing with people in general. In this insightful real life lessons "tool" we can all take positive challenges from whether a homemaker or in an office setting.
Forgiving someone does not require you to continue a negative relationship, but it does demand you get rid of the baggage. The good news is that emotions have only the strength you give them.
Get organized both physically and mentally. Having a realistic plan will help to eliminate your unhealthy lifestyle. The following five keys outline the route from confusion to strategy:
* Recognize what causes the tension
* Ascertain your options
* Consider the cost
* Know your limits
* Own your choice
Remember that the tenuous balance between work and home life does require some juggling. There is no quick fix. However, flexibility will go a long way to inner peace. Do you tend to hang onto the past? This helps no one, especially you! Refuse to spin around those past issues and let it go.
Choose new behavior around difficult people to inspire them to change their own behavior. Communication and Respect go a long way. Ask God to give you the wisdom you need to deal with each situation as you should.
About the Author..
Elizabeth B. Brown is a teacher, a speaker, and the author of the popular Living Successfully with Screwed-Up People and the helpful Surviving the Loss of a Child. She and her husband live in Tennessee.
Available May 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of this book in order to facilitate my review. No other compensation was received. The opinions expressed above are my own.
Logo/Images Courtesy of © 2012 Baker Publishing Group
Friday, May 25, 2012
Memorial Weekend Tribute
Always remember to Honor the brave men and women who have given their lives in the service of this Wonderful Country and those that have or are currently serving in the Armed Forces today.
God Bless America!
Join IKEA FAMILY!
Dine in the restaurant at your local IKEA store and deduct your restaurant receipt total from any home furnishings purchase over $100!
Offer valid Saturday, May 26 – Monday, May 28, 2012
Get more from IKEA every time you visit...
*Get discounts on many of your favorite items in the store
*Save on IKEA FAMILY products with your membership card
*Free frozen yogurt coupon when you pick up your card
*Be entered for a chance to win a $100 IKEA Gift Card every time you scan your card at checkout
*Take a break and enjoy free coffee or tea every time you visit our restaurant
*Give your kids more Småland time—30 extra minutes (capacity-depending)
*Get a personal web portal filled with shopping lists and special features
Sam's Club Savings!
Valid thru 7/31/12. This pass allows you to shop in a Sam’s Club for one day only. Only original passes will be accepted. Information necessary to assign a one-day Pass number will be collected at time of use.
A 10% service fee applies on all purchases made with one-day Pass (not applicable in CA, SC or Elmsford, NY). No other conditions or privileges of annual Membership apply. You must pay for your purchases with cash, debit card (see Club for qualifying networks), Walmart® Credit, MasterCard® or Discover® cards only (no checks).
Print the Pass and take to your local Sam's Club!
AMF Summer Unplugged & Summer Pass!
Summer is here! Have you figured out how the kids will keep busy through August? Summer camp, sports, swimming are all no-brainers, BUT what about when it's JUST. TOO. HOT. outside? Spare yourself a house full of bored kids with FREE BOWLING ALL SUMMER LONG!
AMF's Summer Unplugged is this summer's best bowling deal for kids! And adults get in on the fun too with Summer Pass!
Summer Unplugged: Zip, Zero, Zilch for Kids 15 and Under
At select AMF centers, two free games of bowling per day for kids 15 and under. (Shoe rental not included, but they’re worth paying for.)
- Time: Free bowling until 8:00PM, 7 days a week.
- Dates: Monday, May 14 through Monday, September 3 (Labor Day).
- Parents go to http://bit.ly/AMFfree to select a participating center (over 250 locations) and complete a simple registration form.
- Free game coupons emailed every week starting May 14 – it’s that simple!
- $3.29 Kids Meals
Summer Pass: Great Deal for Everyone 16 and Over
2 free games, per day for up to four people ages 16 and up (shoe rental not included).One $29.95 Summer Pass is good for 2 games per day for up to four people all summer long - that's $7.50 per person! (Same dates and times as above.)
Available online at http://bit.ly/SummerPass.
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