Reading, Writing, and Life: July 2011

READING CAN MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL

Reading can enhance your life. Studies show that the most successful people are the ones who read. We can learn a lot by picking up a magazine, a book, or a newspaper. I think it's great to be able to talk to others about what you read, too. Reading promotes conversation, intelligence, and knowledge. So, what are you waiting for?

I think everyone has a story to tell, and we should. For many years, I got away from writing fiction, but I have had a great time writing my first novel as an adult. Changing real-life situations into fiction helps heal the heart.

What can I say about Life? Mine has been tough at times, but I'm grateful that God has given me mercy, grace, and love. I love my life and the family I've been blessed with.

Friday, July 15, 2011

"You Were Born for This" - Bruce Wilkinson

I really liked the idea of this book by Bruce Wilkinson. I have enjoyed his other books, like Prayer of Jabez. Some of the examples he uses in this book are chilling and supports the fact that God actually does have our lives in His hands. I think the book could be summed up with this statement: Be available to God, and He will not disappoint you.

If you are wondering where your life is headed, if there really is a divine plan for your life, you will certainly enjoy this book. It can be very encouraging. I always like reading the stories about the situations that he encounters while giving his whole life to God.

I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review.

Scholastic Books

Some of the best books I ever read were published by Scholastic. I still remember getting the paper ads at school, and sometimes, we were able to order from them. I received my first copy of Charlotte's Web, The Trumpet of the Swan, and The Mouse and the Motorcycle. Oh, the memories!

When my oldest son was in elementary school, I started buying Scholastic books for my kids. Between all seven of us, we've probably read every single book we have. Now, I can't bear to part with them because they mean something to me. They are packed away and awaiting the day when I bring them out again to encourage another generation of kids to love reading... like my grandchildren.

If you can read, it will dramatically increase your productivity in life. It will help you in ways that you can only imagine. So, why don't you pick up a book and get to it!