• This Day in History July 28, 1998 (UBC Day 27)

    By Ruth on July 28, 2013
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    I remember this White House scandal even if many have chosen to forget it.  I will be honest.  While President Clinton did some wonderful things for this country, I was never a fan, and I never voted for him.  On this date in 1998, Monica Lewinsky (his paramour) was granted immunity so that she could testify to her relationship with […]
  • Ready For Some Blog Hops? Check These Out!

    By Ruth on July 28, 2013
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    If you have followed me for some time, you will no doubt know that I love blog hops!  And indeed I do.  I just signed up for a bunch.  Check them out–sign up if you want to if you are a blogger.  Come back and enter if you are one of my readers.  After all, blog hops are one of […]
  • Even More Blogger Opportunities

    By Ruth on July 27, 2013
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    I have a couple more blogger opportunities for you, my wonderful readers! Love from Elle has a great Blogger Sign Up Event that will be Coming Soon to Our Readers!! We’re looking for bloggers to join and help promote our latest giveaway event. Sign-up free or choose from any of our paid options below! Blogger Opp: The College Bound Giveaway […]
  • “Heartbeat” by Faith Sullivan Book Review

    By Ruth on July 27, 2013
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    Heartbeat by Faith Sullivan My rating: 4 of 5 stars It never ceases to amaze me how books that I really don’t relish for most of the book will sometimes redeem themselves towards the end of the book. I honestly don’t know what it is that feeds this phenomenon, but it has happened so many times in the past year […]
  • This Day in History July 27, 1788 (UBC Day 26)

    By Ruth on July 27, 2013
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    I have always been somewhat of fan of Alexander Hamilton (even though he was killed in a duel–not his most brilliant moment) mainly because of his political and financial views.  I sometimes wish he were still here with us so he could solve today’s crises.  On this date in 1788, Alexander Hamilton said the following words at the New York […]
  • Another Awesome Blogger Opportunity!

    By Ruth on July 26, 2013
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      What’s On Your Wish List Event Organized by: Mom Powered Media   Prizes: $1,000 {visa gift card, amazon gift certificate or select your favorite store} Event dates: 11/1 – 12/1 Open Worldwide Referral prize: $50 Amazon E-Code or Paypal Cash   Requirement to join: * No more than 2 blogs per person allowed * Agree to post the giveaway […]
  • This Day in History July 26, 1941

    By Ruth on July 26, 2013
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        This one is of special interest to me today since I am reading a book about Japanese Americans in WWII.  On this date in 1941, the U.S. froze all Japanese assets in retaliation for Japan’s occupation of French Indo-China.  President Roosevelt signed an executive order which did this and stopped trade with Japan.  I personally think he did the right […]
  • Weekend Blog Love BlogLovin’ Blog Hop (Ends 8/1) WW

    By Ruth on July 26, 2013
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      Welcome to Weekend Blog Love  BlogLovin Blog Hop! Hop around , visit the blogs on the BlogLovin Linky below and follow them. This is all about making new blog friends and finding other great blogs to read! Be a sport, be a fan and follow your fellow bloggers. PLUS Enter for a chance to win a $5.00 Amazon e-Card […]
  • “Rising Sun, Falling Star” by Vickie Hall Blog Tour/Giveaway (Ends 8/11) WW

    By Ruth on July 25, 2013
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    Tour Schedule     Rising Sun, Falling Star Different eyes and skin Mock me from the mirror’s light Enemy am I. Dec 7, 1941 Today my life changed forever . . . I am no longer considered American, but by shear heritage I am now the hated enemy . . . The lives of Kenji and Aiko Onishi and their […]
  • B3 Tours: “Six Saviours” Blitz: “Tangled Fates” Book 5 by Carly Fall

    By Ruth on July 25, 2013
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    Title: Tangled Fates – Book 5 Author: Carly Fall Genre: Scifi-Romance Release Date: April 20, 2013 Tour Organizers: B3 Synopsis: “SR44 is no more.” With those words, Cohen of the Six Saviors feels like his whole world is unraveling at the seams. Consumed by sadness, anger, and guilt for breaking his mating vows to his beloved SR44ian mate, Cohen makes […]