Monthly Reflections, where we take the time to reflect on the previous month.
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Friday, November 26, 2021
About the book:
Ignite your child's sense of wonder and awe as they see Scripture come alive through God’s creation. Children will find new delight in God's creativity with 100 devotions that explore:
Animals —from honeyguide birds to flying snakes to white rhinos
Space—from black holes to volcanic moons to gamma-ray bursts
People—from optical illusions to brain freezes to our immune systems
Earth—from rainbow rivers to blue lava to flowing glaciers
And much, much more!
My rating:
4 stars
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4 stars
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My thoughts:
The Wonder of Creation is a great devotional that pairs Bible verses, prayers, and devotions with scientific facts - so you learn interesting things throughout the book. Each devotion has a Bible verse, devotion, prayer, and "explore the wonder" section.
I've enjoyed browsing through the book and I think it would make for a great devotion to do with your kids. They also have a Parent Discussion Guide (here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Y70TISwUUfruS_pY0Fh8vIIpQwJV7WUs/view).
The hardcover is well made and has a bookmark tassel, which makes marking your place easy. I think the graphics are fun and I definitely recommend this book.
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Thursday, November 18, 2021
It's that time of year again. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and deals, deals, DEALS. I don't know about you, but I have a love/hate with that part of this time of year. I love the deals, but hate that it is all at the same time. Almost too many deals. LOL.
I thought I would put together a little list of things that I think would be great gifts to hopefully help if you are looking for ideas. :)
All links to Amazon will be affiliate links, which just means that if you choose to buy anything through my link, I will earn a small percentage of the purchase. ♡ Here's the link to my 2021 Gift Ideas on Amazon.
Bookmarks~
This post may contain “affiliate links.” This means if you click on a link with my affiliate code and purchase an item(s), I will receive an affiliate commission. You won't be charged extra, I'll just receive a small percentage of the purchase price. See my disclosure page here.
Gift cards~
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3HL6zRg
I'm kind of curious what your opinion is on giving gift cards as gifts? I personally love receiving them...I get to pick out something I don't already own and have been wanting. It's like the perfect gift to me. lol
❄ What are your thoughts?
Blue Light Blocking Glasses~
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3CpPXuo
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3cpD88K (clear)
I love these blue light blocking glasses. I feel like they actually work, compared to other glasses I've tried, and yet they barely change the color of what you are looking at. I love to use them especially at night if I'm watching a movie or video on my tablet. Super comfortable to wear.
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Cvzmp0
I have this bookmark. I did have to retie the tassel after several months, but I love the saying and the price was relatively cheap. They have several bookmarks with different cute sayings...this was my favorite, although the "Not Meow, I'm Reading" one with a cat was also adorable. :)
Phone Shoulder Carry Bag~
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Cx0ELR
I love this bag. It is amazing to be able to securely carry around your phone, keys, etc., and know that it is safely in the bag. I like how it has multiple pockets and yet is pretty slim and lightweight. Especially great for long walks and shopping trips.
Winter Hat and Scarf Set~
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3DvHCGM
This is a soft and warm set. Stretchy material and comfortable. I love how the infinity scarf stays around your neck and you don't have to worry about it hooking anything. Definitely recommend.
Silicone Heat Resistant Travel Mat Pouch~
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3oB5Nxm
I highly recommend this silicone mat for anyone who uses hot hair tools. I love how you can put your hair curler in the pouch when unplugged/done using and it makes it safer for the cool down/storage. They have other more "fun" colors, as well.
Kindle Fire or Paperwhite~
Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/32hlnqr (Fire)Link to Amazon: https://amzn.to/3CrhSdf (Paperwhite)
I have much older versions of the Kindle Fire and Kindle Paperwhite. I'm thinking I got them in 2013 for the Fire and 2014 for my Paperwhite. But I love them. I definitely use my Fire more often for reading, but that is just a preference of mine. My mom prefers the Paperwhite, so it really is different for each person.
Music~
Music, like books, are definitely subjective to the person it's being gifted to; but, here are a few of my personal favorite albums. :)
Books!
Lastly, here are some 2021 releases that I really enjoyed and think would be great gifts, if the reader enjoys that specific genre.
- Beyond the Tides by Liz Johnson (contemporary romance)
- Provenance by Carla Laureano (contemporary romance)
- Let It Be Me (book 2) by Becky Wade (contemporary romance)
- Bookshop by the Sea by Denise Hunter (contemporary romance)
- Chasing Shadows by Lynn Austin (WWII historical)
- When Twilight Breaks by Sarah Sundin (WWII historical)
- All Through the Night by Tara Johnson (Civil War historical)
- Tidewater Bride by Laura Frantz (historical romance)
- Dreams of Savannah by Roseanna M. White (Civil War historical)
- Unknown Threat by Lynn H. Blackburn (romantic suspense)
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Monday, November 15, 2021
Weekend Wrap-up is where I share what I read this past week, am currently reading, and my reading plans for the coming week.
Feel free to join along and post your own Weekend Wrap-up on your blog/site (if you do, please leave the link in a comment so I can stop by) or, in a comment, share what you've read this past week. :)
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