• This Day in History March 23, 1839

    By Ruth on March 23, 2013
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    I kind of find this one funny.  On this date in 1839, the term “OK” entered our vernacular in the printed form.   The Boston Morning Post was talking about the Anti Bell-Ringing Society that took a trip, and they used the term “OK” as a substitute for “oll correct,” a popular misspelling of “all correct.”  Allen Walker Reed was the […]
  • GWR Publicity: "Nate Rocks the School" Guest Post/Giveaway (Ends 3/26) U.S.

    By Ruth on March 23, 2013
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    Nate Rocks is at it again… The highly anticipated third installment of the Nate Rocks series is here!  According to Nathan Rockledge, fifth grade has plenty of perks. Oh sure, there’s more work and that know-it-all, Lisa Crane, is still around – but, there’s a lot to look forward to as well: a laser tag birthday party, baseball at recess, […]
  • March Madness Day 23: Tutu DuMonde Tutu Giveaway (Ends 3/29) U.S.

    By Ruth on March 22, 2013
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    TuTu DuMonde may just put a spell on us! This line of princess dresses are too magical for words! The dreamy tutus are hand-made, hand-dyed, one-off, and have an old-world feel without the frail nature of a vintage garment. They are oh-so whimsical with their dusty pastel colors, details of sequins, beads and feathers, and tulle. SWOON! Perfect for pictures. […]
  • Kick-Butt Characters Blog Hop (ends 3/28) WW

    By Ruth on March 22, 2013
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    2nd Annual Kick Butt Characters Hop Hosted by Good Choice Reading  & I Am A Reader, Not A Writer March 23rd – 28th This hop features the best Kick-Butt Characters in Young Adult Books. Honestly, I love reading a good book about a woman who is strong and doesn’t let a man boss her around.  Here are a couple of my […]
  • TriLight Health Lympha Rub Review

    By Ruth on March 22, 2013
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    I would like to tell you today about a product I have only recently discovered:  TriLight Health Lympha Rub.     I have always read about the health benefits of essential oils, and I have used them in cleaning and for cuts and scrapes.  In fact, I keep finding more and more uses for arnica oil.  But this is the […]
  • This Day in History March 22, 1979

    By Ruth on March 22, 2013
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    What a sad remembrance for the UK.  On this date in 1979, British ambassador to Holland, Sir Richard Sykes, was assassinated by the IRA.  He and his footman had left Sykes’ residence, and they were headed to the 5-minute drive to the embassy.  They were both shot in the head, and both died at the hospital.  At first, no one […]
  • March Madness Day 22: Kiddy City ‘n Move Stroller Giveaway (Ends 3/27) U.S.

    By Ruth on March 21, 2013
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    Kiddy City ‘n Move is the perfect stroller to take to Disney (or anywhere else, for that matter! This lightweight and sporty stroller is easy to handle. It folds up quickly and easily gets on and off the monorails and trams. The grip covers on the handles made for a comfortable stroll for mommy, and any child will be comfy and […]
  • "John’s Gospel" by Lee Harmon Blog Tour Promo

    By Ruth on March 21, 2013
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    I have a really good excuse for why I have not reviewed this book yet.  The book only arrived today!  But it will get reviewed.  But today, I am promoting it. The Bible You Don’t KnowAuthor Lee Harmon says you’ll never read the Bible the same way again MINNEAPOLIS – The Bible is not a cookie cutter one-size-fits-all book. But, neither is […]
  • Pump Up Your Book: "Heart in Hand" by Barbara Cameron Virtual Book Publicity Tour

    By Ruth on March 21, 2013
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    My Review! ABOUT HEART IN HAND Anna, a knitter and the oldest of the three cousins, watches the wedding of Naomi and Nick the following fall and remembers her own wedding. A widow, Anna thinks about how short her time with her husband was; as she looks at her grandmother, she wonders if Leah is recalling her own marriage. Her […]
  • Black Lon Tours: "Coinage of Commitment" by Rob Costelloe Blog Tour/Guest Post (ends 3/30) WW

    By Ruth on March 21, 2013
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    Here comes 2008 National Indie Excellence book award’s finalist, Coinage of Commitment. From a hardly typical romance writer, that is R. Costelloe we have a story where characters are looking for something higher, richer, and longer lasting… Quick Facts Release Date: January 6, 2013. Genre: Romance (1960´s) Formats: Kindle, Smashwords, Epub, PDF The book is PG-13 rated. Book Synopsis Wayne and Nancy grow up […]