Reviews by Sparkling SAHM
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Beauty for Ashes
On 2/23 Sparkling SAHM wrote: Beauty for Ashes, Dorothy Love’s latest book in the Hickory Ridge Romance series, was a wonderful book. Having read Beyond All Measure, I was looking forward to reading this book. I enjoyed seeing some of the same characters make an appearance in this book, too; I felt like I already knew them and ... Love Dorothy Love's Books
Real Marriage
On 1/15 Sparkling SAHM wrote: I just finished reading Mark and Grace Driscoll’s book, Real Marriage: The Truth about Sex, Friendship, and Life Together. What a wonderful AND refreshing read. Above all, the couple stresses the importance of a godly friendship within the marriage, and they discuss how to obtain this and what this ... A Totally Real Book about Real Marriage
Nearing Home
On 12/6 Sparkling SAHM wrote: I’ve always been a fan of Billy Graham, and I know a lot of people who enjoy his sermons and his books. His newest book Nearing Home, in my opinion, is one of his best to date. A skilled writer, Mr. Graham starts out his first chapter using a sports analogy. He discusses how he loved baseball and ... Nearing Home Definitely Hits Home with Me
The Voice New Testament: Revised & Updated
On 11/23 Sparkling SAHM wrote: When I first saw this translation of the Bible, there were several things that really interested me. First of all, I like that the basic premise is that the reader is going to “step into the story of scripture.” While I already have a translation that I love, I appreciate reading other translations. ... The Voice New Testament: Find Another Translation...
Heaven is for Real for Kids
On 10/25 Sparkling SAHM wrote: After hearing numerous reports of how wonderful Heaven is for Real was, I promptly went out and bought it. My six-year old son saw it and was also very excited about it. I did start to read it to him, but I felt as if some of the information was over his head or just not something I wanted to get into ... What a Fabulous Book! Heaven is for Real for Kids
Smack Dab in the Middle of God's Love
On 9/14 Sparkling SAHM wrote: ve reading fun children’s books, and Smack-Dab in the Middle of God’s Love is definitely a fun book. Smack-Dab in the Middle of God’s Love is the story of Willie Juan and his wife Ana. Although they don’t have any children, their house is always filled with children from the neighborhood. The ... Smack-Dab in the Middle of God's Love by Brennan Manning & John Blase
Beyond All Measure
On 5/22 Sparkling SAHM wrote: I recently read Beyond All Measure (A Hickory Ridge Romance) by Dorothy Love. This book had it all: a view into a specific period in history (in this case it was life in the South after the Civil War), romance, characters that changed in their view of the world/priorities/their relationship with God, ... Excellent Book: Beyond All Measure
How to Be God's Little Princess
On 4/17 Sparkling SAHM wrote: How to be God’s Little Princess by Sheila Walsh is an absolutely charming book. The book discusses various topics such as how to dress, how to do one’s hair, how to perfect poise, how to be friends, how to dine, how to throw a party, how to be wise concerning media, how to take care of one’s self, ... Highly Recommended: How to Be God's Little Princess
Time With God For Mothers
On 3/31 Sparkling SAHM wrote: Sometimes I get a bogged-down feeling when I see a devotional. Seriously, I do. Why? Well, a lot of times I see it as just one more thing I should do, but I know I won’t have the time to fully do it like I want to. When I first saw Time with God for Mothers, I was afraid that I’d have that same ... Time with God for Mothers: A Sweet and Refreshing Devotional
The Convenient Groom
On 3/13 Sparkling SAHM wrote: had never heard of Denise Hunter before, so when I had an opportunity to review one of her books, I jumped at the chance. The Convenient Groom sounded somewhat interesting to me. At first glance, I thought the plot seemed unrealistic. However, I was not prepared for how much I really got into this ... Denise Hunter's The Convenient Groom
A Bug Collection DVD Box Set
On 3/2 Sparkling SAHM wrote: Hooray for Hermie and Friends! My children have always loved Hermie, so I was thrilled to have an opportunity to review Max Lucado’s Hermie and Friends: A Bug Collection (volume 3). DVDs included in this set are “Milo the Mantis Who Wouldn’t Pray–It’s About Prayer,” “Buzby and the Grumble ... DVD Review: A Bug Collection
The Adventures in Booga Booga Land: Squid Sushi Loses His Marble (DVD)
On 2/4 Sparkling SAHM wrote: When I read the description for this children's DVD, I was very excited. I was under the opinion that each episode would be an analogy of sorts for a parable in the Bible; thus, explaining the parables more clearly to my children. I was excited to have my children watch such a marvelous Christian DVD. ... Disappointed
Save the Date
On 1/23 Sparkling SAHM wrote: I recently read Save the Date by Jenny B. Jones. Having never read any of her books before, I wasn't sure what to expect. Once I started reading the book, I rolled my eyes and thought, "Okay...just another typical Christian romance; I know EXACTLY how this is going to turn out." I was pleasantly surprised ... Book Review: Save the Date
Unto the Hills: A Daily Devotional
On 1/10 Sparkling SAHM wrote: I recently read through Billy Graham's devotional classic, Unto the Hills, which is published by Thomas Nelson. This is an updated version of the previous edition. In his preface, the author states that the world has changed so much in the twenty-five years since the book was originally published. ... Great Devotional