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Showing posts with label blog hop. Show all posts
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Five Books Every Young Woman Should Read
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Another great link up for the Preview to Summer Book Swap I am participating in. I am loving these because it is challenging me to explore more in to what I have already read, digging up forgotten gems that I can't wait to read again.
This link up is about selecting five books that I think every young woman should read. This is a breeze for me because this subject is the majority of what I read. I had no problem coming up with five, which are all books I read myself. I'm linking up with Spillerena!
Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen
One of the greatest love stories of all time, this book will draw you in to great character development. This classic is one of the most known, read, and talked about in the history of literature and will make for a great read no matter what age you are.
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares
Such a great book to relate to through out high school. Each girl reminded me of someone in my group which made it a go to book for me even now with friendships.
Anything by Sarah Dessen
All of Sarah's books are full of drama, tragedy, and love. Much like the emotions we as young women go through with friendships, family, relationships, work and more, her books will be right there with you experiencing it all as well and offering great comfort that you are not alone.
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
Not needing any introduction this quite possibly may be the greatest love story of all time.
She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb
We just read this book two books ago for my online book club. Whether or not you can relate to Delores, this book will take you through a journey from childhood to young adulthood and will delve into the depths of situations that many young women experience in today's world. Every step of the way you will experience such a saddening emotion that the end is almost too unbearable in it's happiness. And the fact that this book was written by a man is incredible! One of my fave reads in book club by far.
I also want to include in this list the Harry Potter and Twilight series. For anyone, those books are a must.
What books do you suggest for young women to read?
Monday, April 22, 2013
My Three Favorite Books
I'm so excited to be participating in a really awesome swap; A blogger book swap. We all know that I am an avid reader and formed my own online book club called Thread The Pages, so this is the perfect thing to get me even more excited about reading and also a good opportunity to discover more books to add to my reading list. Plus, I will be making new friends! I love building up my amazing community of bloggers.
What's so neat about this book swap are the hosts - The Simplicity, Spillerena, Spunkyrella, Three31, run(dance)love, & I Believe in Story - are making this extra fun by doing book related link ups through out the swap. The first link up is Your Top 3 Favorite Books. Now it is so hard for me to narrow down my long list of favorites to just three, but I was able to do it! Here are my top 3 fave books:
Lord of the Flies, by William Golding
I read this book in the summer between 7th & 8th grade for a book report. The story brought me through so many emotions as I tried to picture myself as one of those kids. The summary of the book is a group of British boys are stranded on an island and try to govern themselves disastrously. Primal instincts and human nature kick in turning these children in to savages who perform rituals and murder while trying to stay alive. The ending is my favorite and with out spoiling it, the children go from savage beasts back to innocent children in a split second. You can't help but mourn for them through out the entire story. This might actually be my all-time favorite book.
Eat Pray Love, by Elizabeth Gilbert
I started reading this book just after it came out. It totally inspired me to take my own spiritual journey and really helped me through a very dark time in my life. Her experiences seem totally relatable to anyone no matter what they're going through and that made a good read for me. As far as autobiographies go, this may be my all-time fave.
Breaking Dawn, Stephanie Meyer
It is very hard for me to contain myself when talking about this book. All of the Twilight books leading up to this one totally made Breaking Dawn to most fantastic fantasy book I've ever read; and that's saying a lot compared to Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings. The entire series I read in less than two weeks, but this book was read in 6 hours flat. Not because it was an easy read, but because it was so intriguing for me! The love story between Edward and Bella was so beautiful and equally frustrating, not to mention the connection that Jacob and Bella have [which the last book reveals why their connection was even there] that sends you in to jealousy and rage. Hands down one of the best fantasy books ever; yes, even for a 28 year old!
What are your top fave books? Click on the button above and come link up with us by sharing your faves!
What's so neat about this book swap are the hosts - The Simplicity, Spillerena, Spunkyrella, Three31, run(dance)love, & I Believe in Story - are making this extra fun by doing book related link ups through out the swap. The first link up is Your Top 3 Favorite Books. Now it is so hard for me to narrow down my long list of favorites to just three, but I was able to do it! Here are my top 3 fave books:
Lord of the Flies, by William Golding
I read this book in the summer between 7th & 8th grade for a book report. The story brought me through so many emotions as I tried to picture myself as one of those kids. The summary of the book is a group of British boys are stranded on an island and try to govern themselves disastrously. Primal instincts and human nature kick in turning these children in to savages who perform rituals and murder while trying to stay alive. The ending is my favorite and with out spoiling it, the children go from savage beasts back to innocent children in a split second. You can't help but mourn for them through out the entire story. This might actually be my all-time favorite book.
Eat Pray Love, by Elizabeth Gilbert
Breaking Dawn, Stephanie Meyer
What are your top fave books? Click on the button above and come link up with us by sharing your faves!
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Sunday, December 30, 2012
The GFC Collective
Welcome to the weekly "GFC Collective" party :) This is a link up for bloggers who want to gain followers and meet some awesome new bloggy buddies. I have met some pretty neat people by following them with GFC. It's so easy to keep up to date with all of my fav blogs :)
Not sure if this is the blog hop for you? Listen to what other bloggers have to say...
"Just to let you know, your blog hop is the best I've participated in for gaining new friends!!! I couldn't believe the results!! Thank you!"
- Danavee, This Vintage Grove
Has the GFC Collective done wonders for your following? Let me know, shoot me an email at peacoatsandplaid(at)gmail(dot)com
Has the GFC Collective done wonders for your following? Let me know, shoot me an email at peacoatsandplaid(at)gmail(dot)com
Bre @ Peacoats and Plaid
Autumn @ The Busy Bee
Heidi @ Antlers & Roses
and our super amazingly awesome co-host (can you tell she's one of my favs?)
Ashley @ Chevron Stitches
...want to co-host? Email Bre at peacoatsandplaid(at)gmail(dot)com
Now that you've linked up, who wants to be a part of a MEGA giveaway to kick off 2013? I'm looking for bloggers who:
... have a MEGA awesome blog
... want MEGA page views for said blog
... want to grow their following in a MEGA way
Is this you? If yes, drop me a line at peacoatsandplaid(at)gmail(dot)com
so I can include you in the MEGA fun.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Mommy-Brain Mixer
Hello!
If you haven't already, definitely enter to win $50 for an Erin Condren Planner and $25 to Starbucks!
Also, come on over this Saturday for a wonderful new blog series called "The Mom Connection!" You don't want to miss out on parenting tips and advice from some of your favorite bloggers, so put this Saturday, December 8th on your calendar! We will be discussing fighting the battle of getting your kiddos dressed!
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Welcome to week 20 of the Mommy-Brain Mixer, ladies!
Please help spread the word so the Mixer keeps on growing!
If you haven't noticed, one of our favorite things to do is to share stories about motherhood and our littles. One of our favorite things about sharing these stories is your comments with stories of your own children!
If you haven't noticed, one of our favorite things to do is to share stories about motherhood and our littles. One of our favorite things about sharing these stories is your comments with stories of your own children!
Welcome to...
At the Mommy-Brain Mixer, we will be linking up our writings about anything and everything motherhood!
We want to see funny posts, serious posts, sweet & sappy stories, mommy-brain episodes, memories from when your older children were younger, thoughts & lessons learned, and anything related to motherhood or little people. You know that post you wrote yesterday about your teething baby? Or that hilarious post you wrote about your 2nd grader's school play? Those are perfect, so link 'em up!
We want to see funny posts, serious posts, sweet & sappy stories, mommy-brain episodes, memories from when your older children were younger, thoughts & lessons learned, and anything related to motherhood or little people. You know that post you wrote yesterday about your teething baby? Or that hilarious post you wrote about your 2nd grader's school play? Those are perfect, so link 'em up!
The Mommy-Brain Mixer is the perfect place to find some great new blogs to follow, make some wonderful new blog friends, and enjoy some entertaining new reads!
To make things even more fun, our friend Mar, over at Raising Bean, is hosting a sister link-up
for you to join, too!
Head on over there after your finished here and link up your recipes, DIY, arts & crafts, and sensory activities!
Head on over there after your finished here and link up your recipes, DIY, arts & crafts, and sensory activities!
Let's get to it, friends!
RULES:
1.Follow your hosts
{the first four in the linky}:
Cassie from Two In Diapers
Jelli from Jellibean Journals
Cassie from Live.Laugh.L0ve
Julie from From Awkward To Art
If you are new to the Mixer, please leave us a comment so we know to follow you back! We try to get around to all the posts but, as the Mixer is growing, there are some weeks that we are not able!
2. Follow your co-hosts
This week's lovely co-hosts {the next 4 on the linky} are:
Amy from Not Your Average Baby Blog
Noel from Daydreaming Realist
Charlotte from The Life of Mummy Rawles
Ashley from Chevron Stitches
3. Link up your mommy post!
4. Make sure to visit some of the blogs in the link-up and maybe even follow them!
{and comments are always loved}
5. Tweet about the Mommy-Brain Mixer to help spread the word!
6. Grab this adorable button and place it somewhere on your blog!
7. Don't forget to check back throughout the week, as we gain many new links each day!
If you are interested in co-hosting a Mommy-Brain Mixer, send an email to: twoindiapers@gmail.com!
If you are interested in co-hosting a Mommy-Brain Mixer, send an email to: twoindiapers@gmail.com!
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