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Military Spouse Appreciation Day Giveaway (Ends 5/23) WW
This giveaway is part of the Military Spouse Appreciation Day Giveaway hosted by Hiccups and Sunshine. Be sure to visit each of the blogs in the linky below to have the chance to win other fabulous prizes! Over $400 Worth of Prizes 4 winners Staples The single-cup brewing system allows you to brew your favorite Starbucks drinks in […] -
Five Reasons to Build Your Own Home
Home ownership has always been a huge part of the American Dream. According to the US Census Bureau, about 64.5% of Americans own their own home. Unfortunately, this figure is a bit lower than previous years. The economic downturn has made it increasingly difficult for people to purchase a house. However, the economic challenges we face don’t mean that you […] -
What Free Preventive Care and Screenings Are Offered Under the ACA?
The healthcare industry underwent some significant changes this year. Insurance companies are now prohibited from barring coverage to people with preexisting conditions or charging them higher premiums. However, there are some other changes that many people haven’t heard of. One of the biggest changes is a requirement that insurance companies cover free screenings and other forms of preventive care. The […] -
“Marriage Isn’t For You: It’s for the One You Love” by Seth Adam Smith Book Blast (Ends 5/31) WW
Marriage Isn’t For You: It’s for the One You Love What is the best wedding advice you ever received? For author Seth Adam Smith, it was the advice from his father who said, Marriage is not for you. It is about the person you marry. These few words completely changed the way Seth looked at his relationship with his […] -
This Day in History May 8, 1976
I am somewhat of a roller coaster aficionado, and it was on this date in 1976, that the first roller coaster with a vertical loop, the Revolution, opened at Magic Mountain in California. It has been too long since I have been tnere, so I do not recall if I ever rode this. For more info: http://www.ultimaterollercoaster.com/coasters/history/timeline.shtml http://www.thecoasterguy.com/2012/08/13/ride-profile-the-revolution/ -
Pump Up Your Book: “High Up in the Rolling Hills” by Peter Finch Book Blast (Ends 5/9) WW
ABOUT HIGH UP IN THE ROLLING HILLS Title: High Up in the Rolling Hills Genre: Biography/Memoir Author: Peter Finch Publisher: iUniverse EBook: 204 pages Release Date: April 24, 2013 In his youth, Peter Finch wove his way through a series of exploits and adventures. Travels took him to Canada, where a fateful encounter in the Rocky Mountains opened up new horizons. In midlife […] -
This Day in History May 7, 1847
It was on this day in 1847, the American Medical Association was established. Two hundred fifty delegates from 28 states met with the purpose of improving health and launching a program of medical ethics. For more information, check out the following links: http://www.ama-assn.org//ama/pub/about-ama/our-history/the-founding-of-ama.page http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Medical_Association -
“Prejudice Meets Pride” by Rachael Anderson Book Blast (Ends 5/25) WW
Prejudice Meets Pride by Rachael Anderson After years of pinching pennies and struggling to get through art school, Emma Makie’s hard work finally pays off with the offer of a dream job. But when tragedy strikes, she has no choice but to make a cross-country move to Colorado Springs to take temporary custody of her two nieces. She has […] -
Pump Up Your Book: “A River of Tears, the River of Hope” by Orit Rehany Book Blast (Ends 5/9) WW
ABOUT A RIVER OF TEARS, THE RIVER OF HOPE Title: A River of Tears, the River of Hope Genre: School & Teaching/Inspirational Author: Orit Rehany Publisher: AuthorHouse EBook: 151 pages Release Date: December 17, 2013 A River of Tears The River of Hope centers on the saga of the Two Torah Scrolls, and of an fluent and thriving community living peacefully for 2600 years […] -
“Faith Departed” by Elizabeth Maddrey Book Review
Faith Departed (Remnants Book One) by Elizabeth Maddrey Starting a family was supposed to be easy. Twin sisters June and July have never encountered an obstacle they couldn’t overcome. Married just after graduating college, the girls and their husbands remained a close-knit group. Now settled and successful, the next logical step is children. But as the couples struggle to conceive, […]
