Wednesday, January 29, 2014

What I am Reading 1.29.14

Life has the habit of getting away from me, and it has been a while since I have updated what I am reading. I love reading. I am literally one of those people who doesn't watch television. And I feel like a total nerd (and somewhat pretentious) saying "I don't watch tv, I read!" But I do. I really do.

Books:

1.) The Bible
I am still on track with my Bible in a year reading plan. I am still in Matthew for the new testament but have moved on to Exodus in the old testament (and every time I open it up I start singing the "Exodus" song by Bob Marley. Anyone else do this? Or is it just me?)

2.) The Gospel of Ruth: Loving God Enough To Break the Rules by Carolyn Custis James




I love the tagline of this book. "Loving God Enough to Break the Rules". Cool. I am reading this in my women's bible study, although due to the weather I haven't been in a while. We have had a crazy cold winter here in Pennsylvania so far. As I speak (type?) it is 11 * F.


3.) 32 Going on Spinster by Becky Monsoon





This was a free download on kindle that was unexpectedly great! It made me laugh so hard and I keep recommending it to people I know because I want someone to talk about it with. (If you read it please comment!!)


Blogs:

1.) Living Simply Free Good News Monday by Lois Field

Lois's blog is in my top 5 favorite blogs. It inspires me. I find it to be so helpful without condescending. This article brought me back to the book I read this summer, "Garbology" by Edward Humes.

2.) I'm Sort of Panicking because we're getting rid of our tv by Sarah Mae

This inspired me to cut down on my son's screen time even more. We are trying to limit the WII to 45 minutes a day. (I know.)

3.) Don't Homeschool? Take home to School by Katrina Ryder

This made me feel better about not homeschooling. It seems everyone with a blog homeschools. I do not. I am not against it. If my son was having problems in school I would consider it an option. But, here's the thing- my son goes to a local public school. It is a great school. He likes his teachers, and he likes his friends. He is happy. Son happy = mommy happy. I sat in his class this week to observe, and it reaffirmed that this is what works for him right now.


Well, it's hump day folks. Enjoy the rest of your week!

'till next time

Katie

5 comments:

  1. Katie, you made my day. Thank you. What I'm currently reading, The Elements of Style and NOS4A2 by Joe Hill.

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    1. You are welcome! I will have to check out that book!

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  2. Holy crap, I just found your blog! Thanks so much for the shout-out for Spinster! You rock!! xoxo - Becky Monson

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    1. Wow! I am honored you took the time to comment here! I love your book! I hope you have plans to write more- I would love to read Anna's story!!!
      Katie

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    2. Writing more right now, actually! Lot's of crazy things happening to Julia, and Anna as well. :) Thanks again!! xoxo

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