by Robin | Aug 11, 2011 | Books, Exercise in Frustration, Film, Movie reviews, Ouch!, Personal
Oh, my. I loved the book The Help, not because it was the best-written novel I've ever read, but because I can identify with the story in part, because this is the era in which I grew up. I thought (romanticized??) that Abileen's and Minny's...
by Robin | May 2, 2011 | (in)courage, Book Review, Books, Poetry
Just for fun, match the author and book titles with their companion haiku (from my incourage book reviews last week). All of these books have had great impact in my life, and regardless of when you discover this post, I can promise you they’re still...
by Robin | Apr 30, 2011 | (in)courage, Book Review, Books
I had a creative itch and my DaySpring bosses told me I could scratch it. I doubt you've seen anything like it (and two points if you offer your own…!). Oh, I DO hope you'll click through!! ...
by Robin | Mar 21, 2011 | (in)courage, Book Review, Books, Family, Life with boys, Mothers and daughters, One Thousand Gifts
I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought; and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder. ~ G.K. Chesterton I continue to savor Ann Voskamp's One Thousand Gifts: A Dare to Live Fully Right Where You Are; it won't be...
by Robin | Feb 14, 2011 | Book Review, Books
On a day reserved for romance, sweet somethings and celebration of friendship… Not to mention chocolate-dipped strawberries, scrumptious desserts and candy-coated hearts… What better topic to discuss than… * * * d i e t i n g ?????? Betcha...
by Robin | Feb 6, 2011 | (in)courage, Around/About {weekly link-love}, Blissdom, Books
Since I returned from Nashville, I've been and felt too lousy to write a Blissdom recap. Sooo, since it's been awhile since I've corralled some great links for ya, I thought now would be perfect timing to spotlight a few things on the...