This Week's Wins

This week I won a book Julie and Julie from a blog (I still haven't seen the movie, so can't wait to read the book). I also won a laptop desk from a blog. The other two books on the left will be reviewed and given away soon. They were sent by Thomas Nelson book Review Bloggers.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!!

Have a safe and happy Halloween!

My first Book Review - "Diamond Rio Beautiful Mess"

I was accepted as a reviewer with Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers, and this is my first review.

I have liked the music of Diamond Rio for years, and jumped at the opportunity to read this book.
The Story of Diamond Rio by Diamond Rio with Tom Roland is about the country music band Diamond Rio. It begins with a concert in 2005 that went very wrong leaving the band, as well as several other people, thinking that they were at the end of the road. The book takes you through the beginning of the band at Opryland theme park to present day; a twenty year span. Well-written and thoughtfully laid out, the book dives into the lives of the six band members. It suggests throughout the book that Marty Roe has vocal problems, but keeps you waiting until the end to tell you about it.
The original name of the band was the Tennessee River Boys and to be honest it was difficult to get through the first two chapters for me. Finding the right combination of group members was difficult and a mess itself. But after that, I couldn't put the book down. I learned things that I never knew about this wonderful group such as all their charity work. What a great example these guys have set by helping others and staying away from the typical pitfalls of being a superstar.
This book was such an inspiration to me because it showed me how there is always hope, and if you are at the bottom, you have no place to go but up. I also liked this book because it is packed with the history of country music. If you are a country music fan, I would recommend this book. If you are not, then this is probably not the book for you. If you know a Diamond Rio fan, this would be a wonderful gift for them."It's the journey, not the destination". This saying by country music group, Diamond Rio's Jimmy Olander, sums up this book and the members of the band.

* I was sent this book to give an honest review and was not paid for my review *
You can purchase the book HERE
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Food 4 Thought Friday

A little feast without the calories!!!

Breakfast

What is your favorite Halloween costume that you ever wore? (add a photo if possible!) No pics of me in a costume...I know BOOOOO! This fat chick don't do costumes. What would I be, a sheet? I don't think so.

Lunch
What are you going to do on Halloween? I am going shopping to buy a gift for my daughter in laws baby shower, then come home and start a Christmas project, then give candy to small people, lol.

Dinner

Are you a lover or hater of scary movies? HATER!!!!

Midnight Snack

What kind of treats (or tricks) are you handing out this year? I am a treat giver, not a trickster. I am giving out candy, I know, I know...not at all healthy, but hey, it's Halloween!

Recipe of the Week (instead of your recipe for life, what is it just for this week?)

Friday 5 for October 30: At the Movies

1. What’s your favorite sports movie? The Rookie

2. What’s your favorite romantic comedy film? My Big Fat Greek Wedding

3. What’s your favorite animated Disney movie? The Lion King

4. What’s your favorite non-Disney movie musical? Mama Mia

5. What’s your favorite stranger-in-a-strange-land / fish-out-of-water movie? Kate and Leopold

Friday Fill-Ins

1. It was a dark and stormy night, like almost every night in Arkansas lately.

2. He was caught out in the storm and couldn't get home on time so I offered to take the books myself..

3. Rushing out, I forot my umbrella and got soaked.

4. SSHHHHH.I think I heard a howl!

5. Shhhh... _Did you hear that? Listen!

6. Trick or treat, smell my feet give me something good to eat!

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to watching my shows on tv, tomorrow my plans include going shopping and later giving candy to strangely dresssed kiddos and Sunday, I want to bake a ham and relax with hubby!

SkyWatch Friday

It seems to always be cloudy in Arkansas recently.

We need SUNSHINE!!!!!

Thursday Thunks - the Halloween Version

1. So Halloween is this weekend, if you haven't heard. Are you gonna open your doors up or not?
Of course I am, it's Halloween silly!

2. You better open 'em cuz I'm coming... what are you putting in my treat bag? cheap crappy candy

3. Since October is the bestest month for television (well for cable & dish subscribers it is) and there is a horror movie on at any given time of the day - are you sick of them yet? VERY sick of them..I don't do horror movies!

4. Which one of those movies can you watch over & over again? none

5. Tell us about a Halloween scare you've had.... I had an egg thrown at me when I was about 8 or 9, scared me to death. I wanted to go home after that.

6. Did you watch the old Casper cartoons when you were a youngin? Well, back then they weren't old I suppose, but I'm sure you still understand my question. Yes, I loved casper the Friendly ghost!

7. Have you ever found a four-leaf clover? no, must be what is wrong with my life, lol.

8. Haunted Houses... you know, the kinds you pay to get in and they chase you with chainsaws and severed heads.... do you like 'em? not going to them, but being part of them, yes

9. Do you use cute cartoon type wrapping paper for Christmas presents or the not cutesy paper? Or are you one of those gift card and/or gift bag people? cutesy paper for the kids, not cutesy paper for adults

10. How long do boiled eggs need to stay in the boiling water before they become hard boiled eggs? for me, about 5 minutes

11. Jason is coming in through your front door... Freddy is coming through your back door... zombies are at every window of the house and Norman Bates is calling to invite you to dinner... what do you do? I'd be dead, because I would have had a heart attack before I got the call

12. Did you know that the scariest part of Halloween is giving all of your Reeses Peanut Butter Cups away? yes, i do know that

13a. If you were to play a part of a haunted house (not the ghosts in the attic kind), what would you want to be? I have many times, and I love it all.

13b. Have you ever played a part in a haunted house? Yes, duh, didn't I just say that?

14. If Thursday Thunks had a Halloween party, what do you think Kimber & Berleen would come dressed as? Who?

15. Do you cook a turkey for Thanksgiving? every year

16. Have you ever read a book that scared the pants off of you? nope

17. Whats the predicted high temperature for today? 74 and raining

18. Have you ever howled at the moon? no, but it might be fun

19.You are in an alley and a werewolf and a vampire are coming at you - one of them has to win. Which one do you want to bite you? oh, the vampire.. I don't like hairy men.

The Princess, the Frog, and a Witch

The girls went to Trick or Trunk last night in their hometown. They had a lot of fun and got a lot of goodies.

Kenzie is 'The Witch"

Maddie is "The Frog"

Lily is "The Princess"

What are your kids being for Halloween this year?

Books!!!!

Most of you that know me know my passion for reading. I have loved to read since I was in elementary school and I'm now 55 and the passion just keeps growing.
I got approved with a book group, and may soon be able to receive new books and share them with you. That means book Giveaways!!!!!
Will know more soon.
I am currently reading "Beautiful Mess" with Diamond Rio, and will write a review this week.
What are you reading?