I have a friend who loves the Amish people. Growing up in Ohio, we’ve both been exposed to the Amish and Mennonite communities of northeastern Ohio to some extent. But…
Dad’s Recommendations – For the love of reading
I have always been a big reader. When I was younger it was Curious George and Clifford The Big Red Dog. But as I grew older it was The Babysitter’s…
How to decide what to read next
One of the biggest issues faced by a bookworm like myself is not finding something to read, but deciding what to read next. I have piles of books, some started…
If I could dictate the next adaptations….
I love going to the movies, even more so now that every other movie coming out is an adaptation of some of my favorite book. But I’ve always been into…
Paper Towns by John Green – Perception is everything
Have you ever had this perception of someone you meet only to find out later that it was completely wrong? Everyone experiences this. I had a friend in college who…
The Soulkeeper Series by GP Ching – Sometimes you just need a little faith
It’s been a while since I’ve had an opportunity to write. Normally I’ll take little breaks from blogging when I have a lot of work to accomplish. But this time,…
Movie Review: Insurgent – Something’s missing here…
I love going to the movies on the weekend. My profession is very consuming and I do a lot of volunteer work outside of my job so it’s nice to…
Experiencing a classic through audiobook – Treasure Island
When I was a kid I was already reading something. The Baby-Sitters Club, The Boxcar Children , Nancy Drew and even Clifford the Big Red Dog were counted among my…
Insurgent Book Review: Preparing for the Film Release
Have you heard that Insurgent is in theaters? If not, you must be hiding under a rock. I’m really excited about the movie. I’m hoping to go see it tomorrow….
A Double Play: Two Inspiring Stories of Creating a New Beginning
It’s been a while since I’ve logged on and written a post. While I haven’t been writing much recently, fear not, I have been reading a ton. I’m actually in…