It’s All Greek To Me

by | Aug 31, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  I enjoy Greek food. I was excited when I saw this title come up in the Netgalley list, but I have to say I was a bit disappointed that a recipe for Moussaka was not included. Do not get me wrong, the recipes included look so scrumptious and I will be trying a...

Hiit It!

by | Aug 9, 2014 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  Moving has been one of the things that I have missed since I’ve started my healing journey with my Vasculitis 5 years ago. Since my first surgery in 2009 until my last one July 24, 2014 I have been dreaming about moving my body. This last surgery gave me more...

You Can, You Will

by | Aug 7, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

    I was given the opportunity to read Joel Osteen’s new book “You Can, You Will”. I am glad I read this delightful book. I needed encouragement this week. The premise of Osteen’s book is that God wants us to ask and expect the unexpected and the impossible...

Triathlon It Hurts

by | Aug 2, 2014 | Books/Music

  “Triathlon It Hurts” by Gary Smith and Justin Roberts is a wonderful book of inspiration from those who participate in the triathlon. In each showcase they share their wisdom of how they train, the difficulties, and even their success. Since I am relearning and...

The Honor Key

by | Jul 14, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “The Honor Key” by Russell Evans writes about honor. What do you think of when you hear the word honor? For me, I think showing respect, compassion, thoughtfulness, and being kind. Evans writes about what honor looks like in Jesus and how to accomplish it in...

The Sacred Year

by | Jun 30, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “The Sacred Year” by Michael Yankoski book is amazing. I thoroughly enjoyed reading every word. He goes on a sojourn in discovering himself and his relationship with God.  I felt a kinship with Yankoski in that he explored silence, praying, and community during...

International Night

by | Jun 28, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “International Night” by Mark Kurlansky and Talia Kurlansky is a wonderful cookbook full of different recipes from around the world. The go into detail about the tools you will need and even about the origins of the recipes. I was inspired by this cookbook and...

Daily Love

by | Jun 26, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “Daily Love” by Mastin Kipp is a book about how he got started on his website “The Daily Love”.  I have been receiving “Daily Love” for quite some time and I didn’t realize how it all got started until I read this book. Reading about Kipps own struggling with...

Prayer Practice

by | Jun 24, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  I joined a couple of groups to help inspire me and keep me on track. One of the groups is one on chronic illness. Rachael Ramey offered this group of women an opportunity to read a couple of her books and I gladly put my name in the pot. I am glad I did. Prayer...

Books and More Books

by | Jun 21, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

I thought it was it was time to give an update on all the books that are currently on my to be read list. I’m slowly making progress.   Daily Love: Mastin Kipp: I downloaded this from NetGalley because I thought it looked interesting to read. I just started it...

Living Courageously

by | Jun 20, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “Living Courageously” by Joyce Meyer is a book about facing your fears with the best tool that we have JESUS.   I know that fear reigns in my life. I experienced this recently as I faced a new medical challenge. I received a letter from the hospital I use that...

Chocolatherapy

by | Jun 18, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “Chocolatherapy” by Karen Scalf Linamen was a book I picked up for free from Amazon when it was offered a couple of months back. I loved the title. That was what attracted me to this book. Linamen discusses emotional eating, which is something I am guilty of...

Bread Revolution!

by | Jun 16, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  I love bread. So when “Bread Revolution” by Peter Reinhart became available to read. I knew I had to read it. I’ve never made bread before. Yes, I have made sweet breads such as banana bread, but I never kneaded bread and made it into a big pile of dough. I was...

Praying God’s Word

by | Jun 12, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  It is amazing how God orchestrates things to happen when you are ready. I realize that as I had “Praying God’s Word: Breaking Free From Spiritual Strongholds” by Beth Moore in my Kindle for quite some time. A few months ago I took advantage of when Beth Moore...

Women, Food, and Desire

by | Jun 10, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  Women, Food, and Desire by Alexandra Jamieson are a book of discovery. I have been in an emotional slump and this book guided me to many helpful tips about following my passion and abilities so that I can make better choices for me. I like that. There were some...

Change Before You Have To

by | Jun 7, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “Change Before You Have To” by Rob Ketterling reflects on what changing is. Change is difficult, but it is also a blessing. I struggle with change. For me, I know that I must change in a lot of ways. The needs I need to change is how I move my body and nourish...

A Heart Like His

by | Jun 3, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  “A Heart like His” by Beth Moore is a comprehensive study on the life of David. All I have to say is after reading the life of David I am thankful for my family. There is family drama galore in the life of David. From him running from Saul who is sometimes...

A Confident Heart

by | Jun 2, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  A few months ago I had the opportunity to download “A Confident Heart” by Renee Swope that was being offered for free on Amazon. I’m so glad that I took advantage of this opportunity. In “A Confident Heart” Renee speaks about doubt and how it affects the...

Utmost

by | May 30, 2014 | Books/Music, The Magnificent Journey

  Reading “Utmost” by Oswald Chambers was like going back to my past and sitting with my father and listening to him read to us Oswald Chambers book. My dad loved Oswald Chambers. If you want to dive deeper into Jesus and his word then Oswald Chambers is the guy...

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