We decided that we would head to the cabin for Thanksgiving for a much needed family break from the routine. As you know, last year we arrived to a flooded cabin, so our relaxing plans were thrown out the window. This year, we arrived at the cabin on Thanksgiving due to a little delay in leaving the day before as planned. I admit that as we pulled up I was probably holding my breath a little until we opened the door to a perfectly fine cabin. 😉 We quickly unloaded the truck, so we could relax for the evening. Originally,…
Month: December 2013
Celebrate Jesus Book Description: Designed to help families with children of all ages focus on Christ during the Christmas season; Celebrate Jesus provides daily Bible readings, activities, songs, discussion questions, recipes and copy work. About the Author: Amy is a military wife, and a homeschooling mom of six who currently lives in Southern California. She has a heart to encourage and bless homeschool Moms through every season. Book Details: Electronic, downloadable book Available in ESV and KJV Retail Price $4.99 Purchase at Homeschool Encouragement My Thoughts: While I know that it’s already a week after the traditional beginning of Advent, I…
Merlin’s Blade Book Description: When a meteorite crashes near a small village in fifth century Britain, it brings with it a mysterious black stone that bewitches anyone who comes in contact with its glow – a power the druids hope to use to destroy King Uther’s kingdom. The only person who seems immune is a young, shy, half-blind swordsmith’s son named Merlin. As his family, village, and even the young Arthur, are placed in danger, Merlin must face his fears and his blindness to take hold of the role ordained for him. But when he is surrounded by adversaries, how…
Strait of Hormuz Book Description: An under-the-radar phone call from the U.S. State Department puts Marc Royce once again on assignment–ferreting out rumors of a clandestine operation stretching from Asia to the Mideast. At stake is Iran’s threat to blockade the narrow Strait of Hormuz, cutting off vital shipping routes and escalating global tensions beyond the breaking point. Under the guise of investigating money laundering via high-end art purchases in Europe, Royce finds himself in Switzerland with only sketchy information, no backup, and without a single weapon other than his wits. His appointment with a gallery owner in Geneva is…