Archive for 2013

  • This Day in History December 30, 1953

    By Ruth on December 30, 2013
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    Today, we take color TV for granted, but that was not always the case.  On this date in 1953, the first color television sets (made by RCA) went on sale for a whopping $1,175.  And just two days later, the first coast-to-coast color broadcast occurred–the Tournament of Roses Parade.  As you can imagine, the majority of people could not afford […]
  • Pump Up Your Book: “The Ark’s Cargo” by William Buisch Book Tour/Guest Post

    By Ruth on December 30, 2013
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    About the Author: Inspired by biblical passages and teachings, the author cherished his work as an international veterinarian. His passion for improving the health and welfare of domesticated and wild animals is most noteworthy. Working within diverse cultures, he observed vast health improvements in animals and, as a result, in people living nearby.   About the Book: This memoir describes […]
  • WLN Book Tours: “Right Before My Eyes” by Michelle Robinson Book Tour/Guest Post

    By Ruth on December 29, 2013
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    Hosted by: WLN Book Tours: http://wnlbooktours.com   About The Book Journee and Jordyn are back! It’s a new year and things have shaken up alot between The Bell Twins after the untimely death of Kalena’s husband Todd. Coming back alone from her honeymoon, discover if Kalena will find peace with Todd’s death and happiness within her own life again. Jordyn’s […]
  • Prism Book Tours: “Mistress of the Wind” by Michelle Diener Book Tour Launch/Giveaway

    By Ruth on December 29, 2013
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    We’re Launching…   On Tour with Prism Book Tours The Tour!     Mistress of the Wind by Michelle Diener New Adult/Sci-Fi Fantasy Paperback, 342 pages Expected publication: December 19th 2013 Bjorn needs to find a very special woman . . . The fate of his people, and his own life, depends on it. But when he does find her, she […]
  • GlobeIn 3-month Subscription Box Giveaway (Ends 1/13) U.S.

    By Ruth on December 29, 2013
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    Welcome to the GlobeIn 3-month Subscription Box Giveaway! Sponsored by: GlobeIn Hosted by: Gloriously Green Gal and Savory Savings At every corner of the Earth, there are artisans of all kinds – making beautiful products for your home and for you in the form of clothing, jewelry and more.  While we have become accustomed to jumping online and ordering pretty […]
  • New Year, New Read Read-a-Thon

    By Ruth on December 29, 2013
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    I have found that shorter challenges seem to work better with me, so I have decided to sign up for the New Year, New Read Read-a-Thon hosted over at Books, Food, And Other Things.  New Year New Reads is a read-a-thon designed to tackle your TBR headfirst, with the main theme being that whatever you read, it’s something new to […]
  • “The Beloved Daughter” by Alan Terry 99-cent Tour and Giveaway (Ends 12/30) WW

    By Ruth on December 29, 2013
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         The Beloved Daughter is an inspirational suspense novel by Alana Terry, which tells the story of a young girl sent to a North Korean prison camp for her father’s faith. It has won awards from the Book Club Network and the Women of Faith writing contest. It is also currently one of the nominations for Book of the Year […]
  • This Day in History December 29, 1851

    By Ruth on December 29, 2013
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    On this date in 1851, the very first YMCA was opened.  Boston, Massachusetts is the site of this center.  Originally, it was intended to provide a place for  British sailors who had landed in  America.  It was modeled after the very first YMCA that opened in London in 1844.  It was established as a Christian organization and emphasized things that […]
  • Hasbro’s Funny or Die Game Giveaway (Ends 1/12) U.S.

    By Ruth on December 28, 2013
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    Welcome to the Hasbro’s Funny or Die game Giveaway! Sponsored by: Hasbro Hosted by: Gloriously Green Gal and Savory Savings Co-hosted by: Keeping Your Cents You always see a lot of talk about Family Game Nights, and Krista who writes both Gloriously Green Gal and Savory Savings is a HUGE fan of those, however, what about the nights when the […]
  • Energems Energy Bites Review

    By Ruth on December 28, 2013
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    Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. If you’re like me, you will sometimes find yourself running low on energy during some point during the day.  I can almost pinpoint when I will get tired on a normal day–somewhere around 1-2 P.M.  My normal routine at that point is to chew gum, eat something, or have a […]