Happy Thursday! I think it is safe to say that I am close enough to midnight that I don't have to say Friday truly! Ha! With all the snow days we have had, I have gotten to do one of the most favorite things, besides sleep, I like to do--read! So, here's a peek at what this nerdy reader has been reading!
Wonder, as recommended by a FB friend. Written by RJ Palacio
Oh my! What a read! I really loved this book, about a boy born with a birth defect that made him look "not normal", yet he teaches all of us, characters in the book and readers as well, what being a good person really is. There are really no illustrations, yet through the author's words, you can truly picture the boy and his face. Truly did my heart good to read this. Ordered through Amazon for my Kindle.
I also read Deborah Raney's book Because of the Rain, an expanded version of her book In the Still of the Night. Love, love, love her books! She writes Christian fiction, and is truly an amazing author. She has a new book coming out that I mentioned previously, and cannot wait to read!! If I'm not mistaken, she just put the finishing touches on it!
Because of the Rain is a heart wrenching, touching story about a couple who has to go through a very traumatic event - rape. Deb takes us from the beginning to the end of the terrible things a couple has to face, and conquer when put in this awful situation. There's a twist, that will leave you feeling, oh so blessed, and oh so thankful for what you have had. You can get this at Amazon for your Kindle, or I believe in book form too!
Deb's hubby, Ken, designed the cover. (He is amazing!) You can visit Deb here on her blog. You can also visit Ken's website for Christian teens at Clash Entertainment.
Now, for my randomness: It's that time of year folks, Sr. Beta Convention!!! I am so excited that I get to go again this year. This time, I'm in a kind of official capacity, Jr. Beta State Sponsor Elect. It's fun to be with the older kids on the trip, and also with three of my favorite co-workers on the bus ride! Yes, people, we are on a school bus for a 5 hour drive to Branson, MO! We have 21 kids with us, and only 4 of them are male. Imagine, if you will, 17 girls singing Bruno Mars' "When I was your Man", at the top of their lungs! (Insert smile here) I LOVED IT! I really wanted to join in, but was afraid they might think I had lost my marbles, or even worse--tell Aimie!! Ha! Even when she is at college, I can still embarrass her! Hehehehe (this being done with evil glee)! Look for more on my wonderful adventure with Advance High School Sr. Beta Club tomorrow!
Happy Reading, and thanks for stopping by!
Sharon
How fun to see you bragging on the 'rents on your blog! I need to read Because of the Rain! I read it when it came out the first time, but that's been so long. As a mommy now, I'm sure it'd have new meaning to me. Enjoy your time at the convention. Glad the weather didn't keep you from going!
ReplyDeleteSharon, thank you SO much for the shout outs! Tobi told me about your blog. I so appreciate you spreading the word about Because of the Rain, and so glad to know you enjoyed it. Hope spring is on its way there in Missouri!! I know you're all SO ready for it!
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