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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87427437498339307812015-09-17T00:06:05.741-07:00My Favorite Thingsmollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-2788149443303936582012-10-31T10:03:00.001-07:002012-10-31T10:03:43.970-07:00i'll moose you!

 I'LL MOOSE YOU!

art by : Lindsay Heinzen

Today my littlest turns two. Today is one of my favorite holidays. Today is the day I say goodbye.

I've written this post in my mind a million and one times, never really quite sure what to say. The words always just escaping my grasp. I have been battling this decision, back and forth, since the beginning of this year. And just recently, I came to a conclusion. It is time to say farewell to blogging, at least for now. Let's call this an extended break, with no set date to return.

This leaving thing, it's bittersweet but I know it's right. I have other avenues I'd like to pursue but most of all... Most of all I want to focus on my family. School my boys. And enjoy life at a slower pace.

Thanks for reading, for following along, and for being my friend.
I'll see you on the flip side!

xx
ME

p.s. if you'll miss me too much, feel free to say hello at my personal blog.
p.p.s. My Favorite Things will remain at this domain, feel free to browse through the archives.mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/ill-moose-you.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-12966491651300696452012-10-30T07:13:00.000-07:002012-10-30T07:13:23.686-07:00scary!

I am a wimp with a capital W! I hate scary movies, I hate them. As much as I love Halloween, I do not like the scary aspect. I would much rather keep this holiday light and fun and full of childish wonder.

And so, even though my husband has begged and pleaded to watch a scary movie this week, I will not budge. Although, I can get down with movies like Rear Window.

So tell me, do you like to hide under a blanket, cuddle up with your lover, and watch a horror film? If so, what's your favorite?mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/scary.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-6297974528451847022012-10-26T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-26T05:30:05.021-07:00make it happen.

I am tired of being disappointed with the cards that I am being dealt. To hell with the pity party yo, I am going to make it (life) happen. period. Whose with me? This can only mean one thing; I need this tattly tattoo.

Happy Friday!
Go make it happen! Period!mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/make-it-happen.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-8839502527412549992012-10-25T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-25T05:30:05.154-07:00holy moose!

I am most definitely in love with this moose sheet set from Land of Nod. If I had a money tree, I'd ship them straight to my boys' beds ASAP!

I have a thing for moose, owls and pigs. Do you have a favorite animal?mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/holy-moose.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-7376476463567918702012-10-23T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-23T05:30:05.732-07:00fall into style with jbella.Can Dallas finally get the memo that Fall is here and the temperatures need to drop, like, yesterday? It is warm and humid and not at all in accordance with my fall wardrobe. So until mother nature decides to be agreeable and produce a chilly atmosphere, I shall dream of wearing sweaters and boots and scarves.

Jbella has a pretty stellar lineup that I would like to stowaway in my closet once the temperatures drop. Jamie (owner of jbella) and I have each created a Fall look that we would like to share with you. I've pulled three of my favorite pieces together for a simple, black and white, no fuss look.

Jamie went with a little more edge, fitting of her killer style!

black and white look
racer leggings
isabel top
the manhattan wool coat

snakeskin look
snakeskin edge jacket
alex burgandy skinnies
the jackson white top
good works cherum bracelet

jbella is a MFT sponsor. all thoughts, opinions, and words are my own. pinky swear.

p.s. don't miss out of the FREE top promo happening over at jbella. hurry, hurry, it ends tonight! mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/fall-into-style-with-jbella.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-51734845814309732932012-10-19T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-19T05:30:01.291-07:00defeated.

This year (combined with last) has been a doozy and the other night (after ramming my head into the corner of the microwave door (no stitches thankfully) and smashing my finger in the laundry room door) I felt defeated. I crumpled to the floor, exhausted to the very depths of my soul and I cried.

I still had laundry to fold and Halloween costumes to begin and all I wanted to do was curl up and sleep. And not worry. That worry, he is an unwelcome visitor. Because really, what does one accomplish by worrying?

My sweet, dear husband enveloped me in his arms and sent me to bed with the promise of sleeping in until, gasp, 8:00 the next morning.

Life is still here to live, worries and all. And so I will cry and carry on. Because a reeeeeally good cry is necessary to heal and move forward, yes?

And three cheers that today is Friday!

P.S. am I the last to discover Mumford & Sons? Should I be rockin' out to any other good tunes? Share your favorites!mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/defeated.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-32131316160112448892012-10-17T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-17T05:30:02.941-07:00more play. a home schooling update.

And so it goes, we are in week EIGHT. Week eight people! It's strange because my boys are still young enough that not having them attend public school feels normal. It seems as though we are in a very long extended holiday with learning thrown in there somewhere.

Although we have generally found a simple rhythm to our days, each day is completely different from the next. Having a toddler will do that for you. We have a loose schedule that we follow, which allows for maximum flexibility. This is something that does not come easily to me but I am learning. Oh boy, I am learning!

We usually begin school around the ten o'clock hour but honestly we do the bulk of stuff during Nicholas' nap time. My older two are still young enough that they need my guidance and Nicholas is at the age where he wants mama constantly.

I like to kick start our school day with scripture study. We are currently focusing on the Book of Mormon at the moment. That is usually followed by drawing time. This part tends to be Tyler's favorite. I choose a form/shape and then tell them to incorporate that into a drawing of whatever their heart desires at the moment. Some days they color for 15 minutes, other days they could easily spend 45 minutes. I use this time to read aloud to them. Right now we are currently lost in the pages of a Roald Dahl book, The Witches. It is very fitting for the month of October. After we've wrapped that up, we spend 10-15 minutes doing our first language lesson and then it's lunch/break/nap time, depending on what the clock says.

During Nic's nap we do Right Start Mathematics, which we all do together. I was having Tyler work through Life of Fred but he wanted to switch over to Right Start with Benny. I really really like this math program. So far they both enjoy it and are doing quite well. I think this will provide a solid foundation for them to work with. I want to transition them over to Life of Fred when we complete Right Start (level B) and supplement with Right Start games. Oh and Tyler also does xtramath.org.

We try our best to fit in our Nature Study journals and our current theme for the month, which just so happens to be bats and spiders. History right now is all about the American Revolution. We tend to alternate history and the theme, a sort of flip flop. Art slides in there, along with baking and lego building contests. We've learned to finger knit and make a felt ball garland too!

At night, Tyler cuddles up with me in bed. He reads. I read. It's so completely cozy. I love this part.

All in all, it's about 2-3 hours of school each weekday. I try to hit the key parts (reading, drawing, math, scriptures) and anything extra is bonus.

I will go ahead and say that we all seem to enjoy each other mostly, with bursts of annoyances here and there, like any family has. But I will be so bold as to say that with 8 weeks in, I can see a future of home schooling. For now anyways.mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/more-play-home-schooling-update.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-86705736322486466562012-10-15T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-15T05:43:36.976-07:00harry potter birthday party.

The fact that I am just now posting pictures from my son's seventh birthday party is proof that, well, proof that I am tired, forgetful and busy. So let's skip the fact that the party happened in June and carry on to the fantastic part that the birthday boy had a spectacular time.

The ever so fabulous Lindsay (of run lucas run), whipped up the graphics for the treat bags, butterbeer, invites and pin the lightening bolt coloring sheet. She called upon her righteous design skills to create a simple, modern spin on good ole 'Arry Pottah.

I kept things simple and inexpensive because that's the name of the game over here.

The invites were train tickets tied onto Hedwig's claws. I got the idea off of pinterest but instead of blowing the balloons up with helium, I just did it the old fashioned way—with my mouth. Then I fastened brown pipe cleaners to resemble claws and used twine to tie the invites on. My husband was so kind and sketched the owl onto the balloons with sharpies.

I bought wooden dowels for the wand creation station. I gathered up every color of permanent marker and let the kids go to town. After that, the children colored the lightening bolt pages. We used those to play pin the lightening bolt on Harry, which was a big success!

I made the cake to resemble the one Hagrid presented to Harry when they first met. There was a whole tears and gnashing of teeth incident the night before the party, wherein I left out ingredients from the made from scratch cake and it all went down hill from there. Just picture an insanely tired mom, throwing a box cake mix into the oven at one in the morning. The sight was not pretty friends. But the kids liked it and by that point I didn't care.

The treat bags were full of wizarding goodies from honeydukes. I made chocolate frogs (using a frog mold), licorice wands, gumballs, jelly belly jelly beans in test tubes and cream soda for butterbeer.

I used brown kraft paper to cover up a sun hat in order to create the sorting hat, a MUST for a Harry Potter party!

Besides the cake fiasco (and cutting out each candy label), the party went off fairly well without a hitch. And the birthday boy, he had a load of fun, which was my goal.

A big thanks to Lindsay for all the graphics and Stephanie (Auburn Soul) for the pictures!mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/harry-potter-birthday-party.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-72027208904181028032012-10-10T05:10:00.001-07:002012-10-10T05:10:17.654-07:00a merry mishap.

Instagram has become the new blog for me. I love to quickly scan the pictures (during a free moment. do those exist?) and take a small peek into the lives of those that I follow. And now that sounds kind of creepy but you know what I mean, yes?

I stumbled upon a merry mishap and immediately fell hard for her jewelry. It is simple but still grabs your attention. A winner of a duo!

speckled grey and mint geo necklace
mixed bead necklace in nude pink and bluemollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/a-merry-mishap.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-30561733592672161132012-10-08T07:44:00.000-07:002012-10-08T07:44:06.298-07:00floppy hat goodness.

Are you a hat person? I am. The reason is probably, most likely, because I am lazy and hardly ever do my hair. A hat is the perfect solution to still looking polished. I have my eye on this felt floppy hat this very moment.mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/floppy-hat-goodness.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-56886612560424750222012-10-04T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-04T05:30:00.482-07:00read it.

I often find myself strolling the isles of youth literature when browsing the bookstore. There is something appealing to me about the stories and tales that can be found in the children's section. And I am just going to put this out there, but I completely and 100% judge books by their cover. You know you do it too. A well illustrated cover is an attention grabber and that is precisely why I purchased The Mysterious Benedict Society.

Here's the cherry on top—the story inside is just as good!

What are you currently reading?mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/read-it.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-10240189281351012302012-10-01T05:30:00.000-07:002012-10-01T05:30:05.327-07:00a little bit sad.

no matter what, this cheesy grin gets me every time.

One of my best friends moved away last week and well, my heart is a little sad. This year has played out completely different than what I expected. It has been full of many a twist and turn that I wasn't quite ready for. Sometimes being a grown up is hard.

The winds are stirring up lots of change. I'm stretching and growing, learning to embrace all that I can't control and learning to ease into the sometimes scary falls that come from living.

But there is a peace that settles in at the close of each day. The feeling that this is where I need to be, whether I can see it for myself or not. And so I will run with it. Laugh a bit more. And love so deeply. And be grateful for this life.

p.s. today is the beginning of my favorite month. that makes me happy :)mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/10/a-little-bit-sad.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-28063465250954976752012-09-25T07:36:00.000-07:002012-09-25T07:36:27.894-07:00home school curriculum.

After reading this waldorf article, I've decided to reevaluate the curriculum I am using for both my boys. I still absolutely love the math curriculum I purchased and am pretty happy with the first language lessons from a well trained mind, but I've decided to hold off on reading and handwriting with Ben and to not push handwriting and spelling with Tyler right now.

The article really resonated with me in a deep way. The whole reason behind my choice to home school, is so that I can teach my boys the best way possible. I want to cultivate an undying love of learning. To facilitate creation and to help promote their budding imagination.

I am looking into supplementing their learning experience with a little bit from montesorri and a little bit from waldorf. I am excited to study and learn more as I search out the things that I feel will be best for us.

This whole process has ignited a spark from within and I really am enjoying the journey. If you have any tips/suggestions/ideas regarding montessori and waldorf, I'd love to hear them!mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/home-school-curriculum.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-39828057460271729542012-09-25T07:14:00.000-07:002012-09-25T07:15:42.659-07:00on finding me. part 2.

So back to this "finding me" topic. I've noticed over the last few years that my style has slowly evolved to something of stylish comfort. Although it is safe to say, I do love some of the trends happening. Color skinnies. Polka dots. And mixing patterns. But it is pretty accurate to define that my wardrobe is a reflection of seeking a comfortable laid back look. I gravitate towards a good pair of skinny denim and a well cut tee. Even as the weather cools and the days become short, I only have to throw on a few layers to transition from summer, to fall, to winter and then once again, back to spring.

To some this my seem lack luster and boring and it may be, because it is not who they are. Over the last year, I've really come to embrace this style of mine. I always feel good when I slip into my clothes, never uncomfortable or awkward. And I like that.

I can see, now that my personal style is settling, my spending is less. I don't feel the urge to keep up with what's hot now. I buy pieces that will be used over and over and over, even if that means I have six gray tees lurking in my closet. They are all loved and are worn time and time again. I put thought into every piece I buy, whether expensive or not, they have to pass the test. Do I love it? Would I wear it every single day if I could?

I may never be a trendsetter but I'm okay with that.mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/on-finding-me-part-2.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-37270210890304735252012-09-21T05:30:00.001-07:002012-09-21T20:49:23.083-07:00on finding me.

The older I grow, the more okay I become with just being me. The constant crave to fit in. Dress in the latest trend. Those tendencies are slowly dying off and what I am left with is the journey in finding me.

I like simple jewelry.
I almost always wear neutrals, with little pops of color on occasion.
I wear my hair long, which can be found in a top knot most days.
I will choose flats over heels (except for date night).
I gravitate towards comfort over trend any day.
I like minimal make-up.
I use the same hand bag almost every. single. day. and rarely change it out.
I enjoy an uncluttered home.
I start listening to Christmas music after Halloween.
I like children's literature.
I would rather have a night in, than go out on the town.
I only have a few really good friends.
I love my freckles.
I am passionate about organizing.
I geek out over Harry Potter.
I will never not ever watch a scary movie.
I have a dream to live in the mountains.

As I look around at blogs and instagram, I have learned that even though I may adore so and so's outfit or style, it's okay that it's not mine. I can appreciate everyone for who they are, without feeling threatened that I am not enough. Or judging, I don't want to be that person either. Deep down I am a little bit nerdy and I'm okay with that.

I am not perfect and I still struggle with the feelings of inadequacy, but to slowly shed those feelings and gain a confidence in me, is refreshing. I still have a long ways to go but it is a journey I am enjoying.

mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/on-finding-me.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-35738381404888859262012-09-21T05:30:00.000-07:002012-09-21T05:30:04.325-07:00honesty is the best policy.

I'm going to be honest. Home schooling is completely exhausting. I am dragging your feet, droopy eyelids, brain hurts tired by the end of the day, but I still love it—mostly.

Last night after we read our scriptures and we were all snuggled in, we listened to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. I highly recommend this audiobook for young and old alike!

In the middle of our "story time", Tyler leans over and proceeds to say—

"Mom, you know how Ron always says bloody hair? Maybe he is talking about spiking his hair or something. Harry would look ridiculous with spiked hair."

Bloody hair, bloody hell. Hah! I hope he never figures it out.

p.s. this picture has nothing to do with the post whatsoever but i like it. so there you go.
p.p.s. Happy Friday!mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/honesty-is-best-policy.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-90817342369276987952012-09-20T07:54:00.001-07:002012-09-20T07:54:30.932-07:00run Tyler run!
Because I am swamped up to my eyeballs in things to do this week, enjoy a little video of mine. Flag football has taken over my home and I've decided to just go with it. I am not a born sports fan but I suppose my boys are turning me into one.

p.s. Tyler is number 15 and Benny is number 13
p.p.s. you might want to turn your sound down before you view the video!
p.p.s. can you tell I'm a proud mama? mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/run-tyler-run.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-56113196125716204432012-09-18T06:23:00.003-07:002012-09-18T06:23:59.138-07:00the seasons of change.

Perhaps I am my happiest in the fall. Late September, early October, a well of excitement rises within. The wind rustles the fallen leaves, waiting to be crunched beneath my feet. Birds start lining up on all of the wires, cawing their birdie cries. There is a peace that settles in, that only exists in this season. It is surely almost impossible to fully describe. It is my sanctuary.

School is now in its fourth week. I still find myself in a state of mixed emotion, so thrilled to have my boys at home, learning right along side them. And then the other morning, feeling under the weather, I dreamed for a moment of napping while Nic naps, while the older two would be away at school. But still, this is right. Right for us, right for our family—at least for now.

And no matter how busy we become, entangled in the craziness of life, my heart is happy with the seasons of change.mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/the-seasons-of-change.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-31597692804237134082012-09-13T06:58:00.003-07:002012-09-13T06:58:45.331-07:00the sling diaries.

The Sling Diaries is over and wow, what a journey. I had the best time documenting each theme, along with my friend Stephanie. Nicholas is (almost certainly) our last little we will have and it means the world to me to have such tender memories tucked away in photograph form. I've worn each of my babes through out the years and embrace the closeness that comes from having them right there, right next me.

A big thanks to Sakura Bloom and Marvelous Kiddo for inviting me to join them on this adventure. It's been fun ladies :)

Hurry quick! Join in the trivia for a chance to win a sling of your very own!
A lovely wrap-up of each of the women who participated.mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/the-sling-diaries.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-60452145090720827782012-09-12T05:30:00.000-07:002012-09-12T05:30:00.769-07:00our first field trip!

In honor of 9/11, we spent a portion of our school day at Frisco Fire Safety Town. It was our first field trip of the year and to say the boys were thrilled would be an understatement.

Our field trip was right smack dab in the middle of nap time, which can lead to the conclusion that Nicholas was one big melt down. That boy of mine does not like to be contained. He is an all around pleasant little tot but sitting still is not his forte.

As I was sneaking out of the presentation with a less than happy Nicholas, I totally biffed my step and basically fell to my knees. It was completely embarrassing and painful and at that moment a deep hole should have swallowed me up. Awkward. Luckily my back was to everyone and I didn't have to make eye contact and confirm that yes, I did just fall on my arse. I'd like to just pretend it never happened. Shall we?

And now that the day is over, I am left with three sleeping boys, one of which just came down with a fever. How's that for the cherry on top?mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/our-first-field-trip.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-42109077355044817292012-09-10T05:30:00.001-07:002012-09-10T05:30:02.599-07:00this bag.

I have my eyes on this beauty-ful handbag from fossil. Now who wants to buy it for me?

p.s. where is your favorite handbag from?mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/this-bag.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-55124317101324255382012-09-10T05:30:00.000-07:002012-09-10T05:30:02.336-07:00marfa, tx.

I've heard of Marfa. I've seen Marfa pop up on blogs here and there. But I've never been. I'd like to go. To experience. To see. Have you been?mollyhttp://firstname.lastname@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/marfa-tx.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-11387994037966776022012-09-06T05:30:00.000-07:002012-09-06T05:30:05.060-07:00the first day and other school stuff.

I need to come up for air! This week we are adjusting to school and trying to find a nice rhythm. Constant tweaking is taking place, as we learn together. I plop down in front of the computer at night to look at this or that (a blog post about a favorite history book or a review on a spelling program) and I get sucked into the home schooling vortex that never ends. My mind has officially reached its capacity to store information. It is about to activate shut-down mode any moment.

My sweet, dear friend Stephanie, of Auburn Soul, is taking this crazy journey right along with me. We bounce ideas of each and laugh at the sheer volume of stuff that is out there. Sorting through it all is completely time consuming and all together addicting!

My boys volley from excited to slightly annoyed when it comes time to do school. It has been different every day. So far I really, really like the two math programs I went with. I am hoping after introducing math to Benny this year, (with RSM) that I can transition him over to Life of Fred (which is the program Tyler is doing). Nicholas has proven to be an excellent distraction (for me more than the boys) and I have found that we save a few subjects for nap time, if only for my sanity.

So there you have it. This is our second week of school but first full week, if that makes any sense at all. Even in the hard moments I still feel good about this decision of ours and I think my boys feel good about it too.

mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/the-first-day-and-other-school-stuff.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-89726312784407896502012-09-04T06:30:00.000-07:002012-09-04T08:51:29.325-07:00J Bella.

The temperature soared into the 100's over the weekend. Seriously September! I am so completely over this Texas heat and am aching for some cool, crisp, fall weather. You know what that means, yes? Fall fashion!

J Bella has a fabulous lineup of some of the hottest looks. Denim. Jackets. Wedges. My wardrobe needs an update. The website is easy to navigate. As you browse, you'll quickly fall in love with just about everything. I want this jacket. These shoes. And this dress.

But because it is still quite warm and Summer is holding on, how about a FREE tank with all orders. Just type in LaborOfLove at checkout.

J Bella is a current MFT sponsor. Interested in sponsorship? Email me for details. info AT afewofmyfavorites DOT commollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/j-bella.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8742743749833930781.post-71159667999788734482012-09-03T08:27:00.000-07:002012-09-03T08:27:00.250-07:00skinny jeans for my skinny man.

I love putting skinny jeans on my seven year and good thing he likes them too :) Gap is my favorite go to place for jeans for my boys. They fit great and are affordable too!mollyhttp://email@example.com://www.afewofmyfavorites.com/2012/09/skinny-jeans-for-my-skinny-man.html


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Live updates: Israeli-Palestinian violence
Inside the hidden world of hostage taking
21 Apr 2013 15:30 GMT | US & Canada, Czech Republic, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, United States
Sarah Kendzior is a St Louis-based writer who studies politics and media.
In 1901, a 28-year-old American named Leon Czolgosz assassinated US President William McKinley. Czolgosz was born in America, but he was of Polish descent. After McKinley died, the American media blamed Polish immigrants. They were outsiders, foreigners, with a suspicious religion - Catholicism - and strange last names.
At a time when Eastern European immigrants were treated as inferior, Polish-Americans feared they would be punished as a group for the terrible actions of an individual. "We feel the pain which this sad occurrence caused, not only in America, but throughout the whole world. All people are mourning, and it is caused by a maniac who is of our nationality," a Polish-American newspaper wrote in an anguished editorial.
It is a sentiment reminiscent of what Muslims and Chechens
At a time when Eastern European immigrants were treated as inferior, Polish-Americans feared they would be punished as a group for the terrible actions of an individual. "We feel the pain which this sad occurrence caused, not only in America, but throughout the whole world. All people are mourning, and it is caused by a maniac who is of our nationality," a Polish-American newspaper wrote in an anguished editorial.
It is a sentiment reminiscent of what Muslims and Chechens are writing - or Instagramming - today, after the revelation that Dzokhar and Tamerlan Tsarnaev, the suspects in the Boston Marathon bombings, are of Chechen descent. At this time, there is no evidence linking the Tsarnaev brothers to a broader movement in Chechnya, a war-torn federal republic in southern Russia. Neither of the brothers has ever lived there. The oldest, Tamerlan, was born in Russia and moved to the US when he was sixteen. The youngest, Dzokhar, was born in Kyrgyzstan, moved to the US when he was nine, and became a US citizen in 2012.
Despite the Tsarnaevs' American upbringing, the media has presented their lives through a Chechen lens. Political strife in the North Caucasus, ignored by the press for years, has become the default rationale for a domestic crime.
"Did Boston carnage have its roots in Stalin's ruthless displacement of Muslims from Chechnya decades ago?" asked The Daily News , a question echoed by the National Post , the Washington Post , and other publications that refuse to see the Tsarnaevs as anything but walking symbols of age-old conflicts. Blame Stalin, the pundits cry, echoing the argument made every time something bad happens in the former Soviet Union. Blame Stalin, because we can pronounce that name.
In one sense, this sentiment is not new. American Muslims have long had to deal with ignorance and prejudice in the aftermath of a terrorist attack. " Please don't be Muslims or Arabs ", goes the refrain, as unnecessary demands for a public apology from Muslims emerge. This week made it clear that it is Muslims who are owed the apology. After wild speculation from CNN about a "dark-skinned suspect", on Thursday the New York Post published a cover photo falsely suggesting a Moroccan-American high school track star, Salah Barhoun , was one of the bombers. "Jogging while Arab" has become the new " driving while black ".
Later that Thursday, the FBI released photos of two young men wearing baseball caps - men who so resembled all-American frat boys that people joked they would be the target of " racial bro-filing ". The men were Caucasian, so the speculation turned away from foreign terror and toward the excuses routinely made for white men who kill: mental illness, anti-government grudges, frustrations at home. The men were white and Caucasian - until the next day, when they became the wrong kind of Caucasian, and suddenly they were not so "white" after all.
Crucifying the wrong Caucasian
Muslims face prejudice, but Muslims from the Caucasus face a particular kind of prejudice - the kind born of ignorance so great it perversely imbues everything with significance. "There is never interpretation, understanding and knowledge when there is no interest," Edward Said wrote in Covering Islam , and until this week, there was so little interest in and knowledge of the Caucasus that the ambassador of the Czech Republic felt compelled to issue a press release stating that the Czech Republic is not the same as Chechnya.
Knowing nothing of the Tsarnaevs' motives, and little about Chechens, the American media tore into Wikipedia and came back with stereotypes. The Tsarnaevs were stripped of their 21st century American life and became symbols of a distant land, forever frozen in time. Journalist Eliza Shapiro proclaimed that Tamerlan Tsarnaev was "named after a brutal warlord", despite the fact that Tamerlan, or Timur, is an ordinary first name in the Caucasus and Central Asia. Her claim is equivalent to saying a child named Nicholas must be named in honour of ruthless Russian tsar Nicholas I - an irony apparently lost on New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof, who made a similar denouncement on Twitter (to his credit, Kristof quickly retracted the comment).
Other journalists found literary allusions, or rather, illusions. "They were playing the nihilists Arkady and Bazarov in Turgenev's Fathers and Sons ," explained scholar Juan Cole, citing an 1862 Russian novel to explain the motives of a criminal whose Twitter account was full of American rap lyrics. One does not recall such use of literary devices to ascertain the motives of less exotic perpetrators, but who knows? Perhaps some ambitious analyst is plumbing the works of Faulkner to shed light on that Mississippi Elvis impersonator who tried to send ricin to Obama.
Still others turned to social media as a gateway to the Chechen soul. Journalist Julia Ioffe - after explaining the Tsarnaevs through Tolstoy, Pushkin, and, of course, Stalin - cites the younger Tsarnaev's use of the Russian website VKontakte as proof of his inability to assimilate, then ranks the significance of his personal photos.
"The most revealing image of Dzhokhar is not the one of him hugging an African-American friend at his high school graduation, but the one of him sitting at a kitchen table with his arm around a guy his age who appears to be of Central Asian descent," she writes . "In front of them is a dish plov , a Central Asian dish of rice and meat, and a bottle of Ranch dressing." Again, it is difficult to imagine a journalist writing with such breathtaking arrogance - why is the Central Asian friend more "revealing" than the African-American one? What, exactly, are they "revealing"? - about the inner life of someone from a more familiar place.
One way to test whether you are reading a reasonable analysis of the Tsarnaev case - and yes, they exist - is to replace the word "Chechen" with another ethnicity. "I could always spot the Chechens in Vienna," writes journalist Oliver Bulloughs in the New York Times . "They were darker-haired than the Austrians; they dressed more snappily, like 1950s gangsters; they never had anything to do." Now substitute the word "Jews" for "Chechens". Minority-hunting in Vienna never ends well .
Demonising an ethnicity
It is easy to criticise the media, and after this disastrous week , there is much to criticise. But the consequences of the casual racism launched at Chechens - and by association, all other Muslims from the former Soviet Union, who are rarely distinguished from one another by the public - are serious. By emphasising the Tsarnaevs' ethnicity over their individual choices, and portraying that ethnicity as barbaric and violent , the media creates a false image of a people destined by their names and their " culture of terror " to kill. There are no people in Chechnya, only symbols. There are no Chechen-Americans, only threats.
Ethnicity is often used to justify violent behaviour. But no ethnicity is inherently violent. Even if the Tsarnaevs aligned themselves with violent Chechen movements - and as of now, there is no evidence they did - treating Chechen ethnicity as the cause of the Boston violence is irresponsible.
One hundred years ago, the violent act of one Polish-American caused a country to treat all Polish-Americans with suspicion. Now, the Poles have become "white" - which is to say they are largely safe from the accusations of treason and murderous intent that ethnic groups deemed non-white routinely face. When a Polish-American commits a crime, his ethnicity does not go on trial with him.
But this change is not a triumph for America. It is a tragedy that it happened to Poles then, and a greater tragedy that we have not learned our lesson and it happens still - to Hispanics, to Arabs, to Chechens, to any immigrant who comes here seeking refuge and finds prejudice instead.
"I respect this country, I love this country," the suspects' uncle, Ruslan Tsarni, said in an emotional condemnation of his nephews. "This country which gives chance to everyone else to be treated as a human being."
Chechens and other Muslim immigrants from the former Soviet Union are human beings. They are not walking symbols of violent conflict. Do not look to a foreign country to explain a domestic crime. Look to the two men who did it - and judge them by what they have done, not from where their ancestors came.
Sarah Kendzior is an anthropologist who recently received her PhD from Washington University in St Louis.
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If you have not read Me Before You (Why not?? I told you to go read it over two years ago!) then you probably should skip over this review. After You is the long awaited sequel to my favorite book of 2013. It has been nearly two years since Lou said her final good-bye to Will. She has only been going through the motions, not really living the life Will wanted her to live. She goes to work at her job as a waitress at an airport bar and then she comes home. And that is it. One night there is a freak accident and Lou ends up falling off her roof. She goes home to her parent's house to recover, but after weeks of their smothering she is ready to go home. And they are willing to let her go back to her apartment with one condition - she needs to attend grief counseling, for Lou's family isn't entirely convinced that Lou had an "accident". Lou isn't home long when there is a knock at her door and the young woman on the other side says that she is Will Traynor's daughter. Lou finds herself immersed in the feelings she has been trying so hard to bury. Will she be able to help the troubled teenager and find the true direction her life is supposed to take?
I often have thought about Louisa Clark and what her life was like after Will died. I am not surprised that her life has kind of stalled-out, anybody who went through what she did would need some time to get back to normal. About the same time that Lily enters her life so does Sam the ambulance driver. He was on duty the night that Lou fell off the roof and he was instrumental in saving her life and keeps popping up at the strangest times. While Lou is afraid to fall in love again she does enjoy his company and he makes her feel something she hasn't felt in a very long time - hope. As much as I wanted to love After You it did not recreate the feelings that I felt while reading Me Before You. The author really challenged my own beliefs about sensitive topics and that emotional roller coaster is why I loved the first book so much. That ride is just not there for After You. I loved catching up with Lou, I loved checking in on her and her family, I even loved the way she handled the whole Lily situation, but I was a little disappointed that the emotional ride was just not there.
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Alice Pearse is apprehensive when her husband tells her that he is leaving his job as a successful lawyer to start his own practice. She knows that their family of five cannot survive on her income as a part-time book editor for a women's magazine, so Alice starts her job search. She lands at a start-up company called Scroll. Scroll is the pet project of a large conglomeration that has grandiose ideas of yet again reinventing the way people buy books and read those books. Alice is beyond thrilled to be part of such an endeavor and when she receives a first edition of her favorite book on her first day she is sure that she has found the perfect job. Scroll is demanding of both Alice's time and energy. She has to sacrifice the majority of her duties at home to her husband and their nanny, Jessie. She works long and exhausting hours, but she does it because she believes in the mission of the company. And then her father's cancer returns, life at home is falling completely apart, and the company she was so proud to work for has changed their vision. Alice is heartbroken about her father and torn between providing for her family and honoring her true self. And will her marriage survive everything that is being thrown at them?
I really, really, really enjoyed A Window Opens. I didn't realize it until I had finished the book and was able to digest everything that I realized it was one of the best books of the year. Unfortunately I completely understand what it is like to become disillusioned with a company that you thought was a perfect fit for you. There is a huge sense of disappointment and coming to that realization could bring even the strongest of women to their knees. Alice tried to hang on for as long as she could and that was admirable. She kept hoping that Scroll would turn around and be the company she believed they could be. Bibliophiles are going to love this book. There are so many references to popular books both past and present. It feels like Alice is truly one of us. And it was so telling when her husband pointed out that she hadn't really read for pleasure since taking the job at Scroll. Any bibliophile will tell you that not reading is the sign of true distress. There were some heartbreaking points in the book, but I was content with the way things were wrapped up. A bit inspiring even.
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I have grown to become a fan of Kristan Higgins over the last few years and find myself thoroughly enjoying her romance novels. If You Only Knew is Higgins' first attempt at more fiction and less romance, but she made the transition with ease and I think she did a great job. If You Only Knew is told in the alternating voices of Jenny and Rachael. Two sisters with two different perspectives on love and marriage. But the realization I came to while reading this book is that those perspectives are fluid and always evolving based on your current situation in life. Just married -well of course you are in love with love. Just divorced - well, of course, the complete opposite. For Jenny Tate, even though her own marriage didn't work out, she still had to believe in marriage - her career depended on it. Jenny & Leo's burgeoning relationship had all of that wit and humor I have come to expect from the author and I found myself laughing out loud several times. It is revealed late in the book that there is a bit more depth to Leo than I expected, but it made me love him even more. And of course there is a dog (and I am not referring to Adam). There is always a dog to fall in love with in her books.
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Monday, September 7, 2015
Even though Letty Espinosa has two children, fifteen year old Alex and six year old Luna, she has never really had to be a mother to them. Her own mother stepped in and was the one to make sure the kids had food and clothes and made it to school on time. But now Letty's parents have returned to Mexico and Letty is forced to be a mother for the first time in her life. It is a rough transition for both Letty and the kids. Alex is hesitant to trust his mother to be able to care for them and Luna- well, Luna misses her grandparents so much she can hardly stand it. It doesn't take Letty long to catch on to this "mother" thing and she realizes that she wants better for her kids. She concocts a plan to get them into a better neighborhood and better schools, but struggles and worries with each step. Things get even more muddied when Alex's father comes back into their lives. Will Letty finally be able to feel like she deserves the life she has, including her children or will the balancing act give way and force them all back into the life Letty worked so hard to get them away from?
We Never Asked For Wings is one of those books where the title really fits the story. Alex is a fifteen year old boy who has an awful lot on his shoulders for such a young man. He is wicked smart and so kind, but he was born on the wrong side of the tracks. And the thing is that Letty doesn't know her son at all. I had a really hard time liking Letty, in fact I despised her at first. But the harder she worked at making things right the more I started coming around. Letty's story is just one of millions out there, a single mother working hard to provide her kids with a little something more than she had and it is scary. Letty was scared that she wouldn't be able to do it and I think once her fear became evident it was easier for me to like her. Fear is an understandable emotion. We are introduced to Alex's girlfriend, Yesenia, and the fact that she is not in the States legally. It open ups a whole new level of fear for Letty. She is afraid that Alex will make the same mistakes she made and follow in her footsteps, instead of his fathers. In the end, things worked out the way they were meant to, but it wasn't an easy path.
Bottom line - I found We Never Asked for Wings to be a beautiful and honest look at the human side of the immigration debate. The Espinosa family is just one story, but their story - all stories - are worth knowing.
- We Never Asked for Wings by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
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- Pages: 320
- Publisher: Random House Publishing
- Publication Date: 8/18/2015
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Sunday, September 6, 2015
I have to apologize for going silent the last few weeks. We moved and the chaos involved with moving has ruled my world for the last month or so. Things are settling down and we are getting back to normal, so I expect to get back to my regular reading.
In a few short weeks Terrell Darcy Goodwin will be executed because of Tessa Cartwright's testimony in a trial that happened twenty years ago. Tessa was one of the victims known as the "Black-Eyed Susans." She was the only survivor dumped with the dead bodies of other women murdered and left in a ditch. The murderer believed that Tessa was dead, too. Now there is a race by some activist to prove that Terrell Darcy Goodwin is innocent and they have enlisted the help of Tessa. And after all these years even Tessa believes that she made a mistake by testifying against Terrell Darcy Goodwin. Who else but the murderer could be leaving Tessa Black-Eyed Susans over the years? Will Tessa and this small group of people be able to prove Goodwin's innocence before it is too late?
Black-Eyed Susans was a fast paced suspense novel. The chapters alternate between the Tessa of today and the sixteen year old Tessie in the days after she was found in a pile of dead women. Obviously there is a difference between the two, but the events of those days has definitely shaped the woman that Tessa is today. She is a cautious woman who has taught her own teen-aged daughter to be alert and aware, fueled by her past, she is determined to not repeat it. I found myself drawn to Tessa's determination to never be a victim again. She took the steps necessary to become her own protector. From her ability to handle a weapon to thought out plans of what to do if there is every an intruder. It just proved to me that Tessa was never going to be a victim again. In the end the truth is revealed in the most shocking of ways.
Bottom line - Black-Eyed Susans is one of those books that will suck you in and keep you hooked until the very last page. Such a good read!
- Black-Eyed Susans by Julia Heaberlin
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- Pages: 368
- Publisher: Random House Publishing
- Publication Date: 8/11/2015
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Molly Sanderson's sleep is disturbed by a call from her editor. All of the "real" reporters in her small-town newspaper are unavailable and her boss needs her to go cover a story. A body was found out near the local university and the paper needs somebody on the scene. So Molly goes and she is shocked to discover the body is that is of a baby girl. The revelation brings up all sorts of old feelings for Molly as it has barely been two years since she lost her own baby. But Molly is determined to stay on the story and report the story in an impartial manner, trying to build credibility for her new career. As she starts digging into the story she realizes that some dark secrets may have to be revealed in order to find out the truth about what happened to that baby. Secrets involving her best friend, Stella, Stella's teen son, and the university that employs Molly's husband. Will Molly be able to remain impartial and get the job done?
Whey They Found Her is told from the viewpoint of three Ridgedale women. Molly Sanderson, Barbara - a local mother and wife of the chief of police, and Sandy - a local teen from the wrong side of the tracks. The three women couldn't be more different, but they are bound by that poor baby. There were many times throughout the story that I found myself wishing I could just smack Barbara. She was so over-the-top that it made it tough to like her and "reading" the book on Audible only makes her that much more unlikable. The tone of her voice was so harsh and judgmental in almost every instance she instantly became the bad guy. Sandy, on the other hand, was easy to like . Her mother's life is a cautionary tale, but Sandy did want better for herself and that is how her path crosses with Barbara. Barbara's daughter, Hannah, has been tutoring Sandy for her GED, which Barbara says will look good on college applications. Kimberly McCreight does a great job of dissecting the relationships and dynamics of a small town and the intricacies of the secrets that hold the town together. The whole time you are reading the book you are trying to guess two things - who did the baby belong to and how did she end up in that creek. By the time you get to the end of the book several shocking secrets have been revealed, including the father of the baby found in the creek and it is jaw-dropping.
Bottom line - Kimberly McCreight is making a name for herself as one of the premier suspense authors our time. She builds her stories in such an intricate and layered fashion that you find yourself unable to tear yourself away from her world. It makes for a thrilling read.
- Where They Found Her by Kimberly McCreight
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- Pages: 336
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Publication Date: 4/14/2015
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Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Rachel Blum and Andy Landis come from two different worlds. Rachel lives a comfortable life in Florida with her parents, even though she has a congenital heart defect, she still leads a pretty easy life and even is a bit spoiled. Andy Landis is the only child of a single woman who struggle to make ends meet. Growing up on the streets of Philadelphia, Andy has led a pretty solitary life, his only friend is an older man. The two meet as eight year-old kids in the emergency room of a Florida hospital. That chance meeting sets the tone for the rest their lives. They meet again by random happenstance when they are teenagers and that starts a romance that will eventually span decades. It is in college though that their vastly different backgrounds cause problems for the two young lovers. Andy got a full ride athletic scholarship for track and Rachel is deeply entrenched in the Greek system at a posh private university. When Andy visits Rachel for a formal he realizes that Rachel lives in a privileged world that he is likely never going to know. Will the two be able to get past their differences to live a "happily ever after" life together?
Who Do You Love is a love-story that spans decades. Their story is told by both Andy and Rachel. You get inside the heads of both of these characters and learn what they are thinking, feeling, hoping, and dreaming. I really felt that I knew both characters intimately and that added to my investment in their happiness. The author did an amazing job at character development for both Rachel and Andy. Especially Rachel, who went from a spoiled sorority girl to working as a social worker in one of the toughest cities in the world. It was great to watch her grow and realize that there is more to life than her own world view. One thing I loved about their relationship was that there were times they weren't "together" , but they were still very much on the other person's mind. Like when Rachel was in Manhattan on 9/11 or Andy found out the truth about his dad. Whenever something major happened in their lives it was the other person they thought about. It just showed how their bond was so strong. Things didn't go exactly as I thought they would, but the end was satisfying and even a bit enjoyable.
Bottom line - Who Do You Love is an enchanting tale about true love, destiny, and the bonds that can develop between two people from a young age. Definitely a heartwarming read that will once again have you believing in true love.
- Who Do You Love by Jennifer Weiner
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- Pages: 416
- Publisher: Atria Books
- Publication Date: 8/11/2015
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Sunday, August 9, 2015
Jack Jordan is a highly respected journalist who is willing to be put in the most dangerous of situations in order to get the story. Kitty Carricoe is a mother and wife in the most prestigious Chicago suburb. Her only concerns are PTA meetings and birthday parties. Jack and Kitty have been bitter enemies ever since college. Their animosity is legendary, but they have one thing in common, their best friend Sarabeth. When Sarabeth's husband is tragically and suspiciously killed in a plane crash Jack comes in off of her assignment and Kitty leaves her posh Lakeside neighborhood and they come together to help Sarabeth through her crisis. Speculation starts to mount that Trip was up to no good with his client's money and the two enemies decide to pair up to get to the bottom of his shenanigans. Their "investigation" takes them to the most unlikely places and discovers the most unlikely truths. Will they be able to bury the hatchet once and for all?
Jen Lancaster is one author whose sense of humor comes through with every word she writes. There were many times throughout the book that I found myself chuckling and even laughing out loud. Jack and Kitty were fun characters, Kitty is so over the top she was almost cartoonish - at first. The more we get to know Kitty the more we realize that there is more to her than meets the eye. I liked Jack from the very beginning and found her to be easier to relate to than Kitty. Once the two of them teamed up they were a force to be reckoned with in quite the hysterical manner. I will say that I was very surprised by the end of the book. Typically I can figure that type of stuff out rather quickly, but Jen Lancaster surprised me!
Bottom line - The Best of Enemies was a light and fun read. One where you can lose yourself in the fun and fluffy world created by one of my favorite authors. Definitely worth the read!
- The Best of Enemies by Jen Lancaster
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- Pages: 320
- Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
- Publication Date: 8/4/2015
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Tuesday, August 4, 2015
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Heidi Wood has always had a "save the world" mentality. She works in a Literacy Center helping refugee students learn English. She is vigilant about recycling and often lectures her husband, Chris, and their daughter, Zoe, on the social injustices in the world. But even Chris didn't think that Heidi would bring home a homeless teen and her new baby. Heidi spotted Willow and Ruby while on her way home from work one day and when she spots them again Heidi approaches the young woman and invites her to dinner. Heidi is instantly taken with the young baby, Ruby and finds herself inviting them to stay with them. Chris is appalled and scared for his family's safety, while Zoe just wants them all to go away. It isn't long before Heidi is utterly consumed with the young baby, the memories of her lost baby haunting her every moment and driving her every decision. Soon her obsession with the baby is causing her to ignore all aspects of her life. The question remains, who is Willow and Ruby? Where did they come from and why does Willow have blood on her crusty shirt? Is Heidi's obsession putting her family's life in danger?
Pretty Baby is one of those thrillers that is told from alternating perspectives. First there is Heidi, then there is Chris, and finally there is Willow. But Willow's perspective is from a different time. She slowly reveals where she has come from and the horrifying events that led her to become homeless in Chicago with a baby. But Willow's story is revealed as she is telling it to a social worker in a juvenile corrections facility. And knowing that is what drives the suspense. As the book progresses you start to understand and really empathize with Willow at the same time that you watch Heidi come completely unraveled. The drama of it is truly hypnotizing. Then there is Chris, who is trying to hold it all together for his family. He is getting worn out by all the travel and all of the temptations that come with being a road warrior. He just wants to be home with his family, but he sees Heidi slipping away with her obsession, he just never realized how bad it had gotten until the truth is revealed. His steadiness just offsets all of the crazy in a way that adds to the authenticity of the story.
Bottom line - Pretty Baby is one of those books that will hook you early and keep you on the edge of your seat. Pretty Baby has been getting a lot of media buzz and for good reason. This is not one to miss!
- Pretty Baby by Mary Kubica
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- Pages:384
- Publication Date: 7/28/15
- Publisher: Mira
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Friday, July 31, 2015
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It is the eve of Ramie's thirty-eighth birthday and Ramie is reflective on her life thus far. While she is wildly more successful than she ever thought possible, her personal life is not where she thought it would be at this age. With one break-up after another Ramie isn't entirely sure that she has been in love since her high school boyfriend, Brendan. When Ramie wakes up on her thirty-eighth birthday she is shocked to discover that it is twenty years ago on her eighteenth birthday. She rejoices at seeing her long deceased father and beloved childhood dog, but she also is eager to see Brendan again and a bit apprehensive about actually having to go back to high school. A few days back in high school is all it takes before Ramie wakes up on the eve of her twenty-eighth birthday. She is a teacher and married to Brendan. And expecting their first child. Everything she thought she wanted out of life, but still she finds herself longing for something more. Finally Ramie gets back to her thirties , but will she realize how important it is to live the life she has instead of longing for the life she doesn't have?
If I Could Turn Back Time was a fluffy "what if" kind of book. I enjoyed Ramie and thought she was a great character. She does exactly what I would do If I Could Go Back In Time - she tells her boyfriend's parents to go all in on Microsoft. I also loved how much "love" Ramie gives to her father - she really showed appreciation for being able to see her deceased father again. And even tries to convince him to see a doctor early in an effort to prevent his heart attack. Ramie also decides to be a little more inhibited than she was her first time as a teenager. Like not waiting to lose her virginity, but she is also more reserved about things like her best friend binge drinking. I was a bit surprised at how the story ended. Beth Harbison could have gone for the easy conclusion, but she didn't, and I respect that in an author.
Bottom line - If I Could Turn Back Time was a fun, fluffy read. Ladies of a certain generation (ahem; me) will get a kick out of the 90's references and will give you a little bit of an opportunity to go back in time.
- If I Could Turn Back Time by Beth Harbison
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- Pages: 336
- Publisher: St. Martin's Press
- Publication Date: 7/28/2015
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Saturday, July 25, 2015
Sandy and Ben Tremont have built their dream home in the mountains of the Adirondacks. It glows with warmth on a cold winter night as Sandy waits for her husband and their teenage daughter, Ivy, to come home. The family dynamics have been a bit tense lately as Ivy has hit those "difficult" teen years, but she is determined to make their evening a pleasant, relaxing one. What Sandy doesn't know is that two convicts have escaped the nearby prison and have found their way to her neighborhood and will soon be on their doorstep.
Nick and Harlan have been cellmates for years and have concocted a scheme to escape prison. Nick is the more evil of the two and uses Harlan to execute his deadly plans. But, the pair did not come upon the Tremont home by mistake. There is deep, ugly connection between Sandy and Nick and when it comes to light it threatens to destroy everything Sandy has built with her family. But the immediate concern is for her family. Will the Tremont family survive a night with two escaped convicts?
From almost the first page of As Night Falls the author creates this vivid world that plays like a movie in your head. Almost from the beginning I was trying to cast the movie in my head. Who will play Sandy? Who will play Ben? Jenny Milchman's agent better be shopping this book around Hollywood, because it is a movie I would definitely watch. The author's descriptions so vivid that it was borderline terrifying. I loved Sandy and her way of trying to keep things from escalating, yet still trying to find ways to get them to safety. Throughout the book there are a few chapters that explains where Sandy came from and how she got to where she is today. In some ways I think that her family history was more jaw-dropping than what was happening in present day. As the story is catapulting to it's conclusion you find your pulse racing and your heart pounding and you are desperate for Sandy and her family to be safe. It is the ultimate thrill-ride!
Bottom line - As Night Falls breathes life back into the old "page-turner" moniker. I truly found myself so engrossed and on the edge of my seat and I could not wait to see what happened next. Now I can't wait to see it on the big screen.
- As Night Falls by Jenny Milchman
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- Pages: 384
- Publisher: Random House Publishing
- Publication Date: 6/30/2015
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Tuesday, July 21, 2015
Brittany Gibbons is a wife, a mother, a blogger, and a fat girl. She has become an internet sensation with her level of uninhibited comfort in her own skin. In her new book, Fat Girl Walking: Sex, Food, Love and Being Comfortable in Your Skin...Every Inch of It Brittany shares what it was like growing up as a fat girl. She talks about her early childhood and teen years being overweight through all of those years. She did have a boyfriend (who she went on to marry) and a very active social life, but she always felt a little on the outside because of her weight. Brittany also talks about her relationship with her family, friends, the opposite sex, and the crippling anxiety that nearly turned her into an agoraphobic while in college. Then Brittany got married and had babies, started a blog, stripped on stage at TedX, and wrote a book.
I had never heard of Brittany Gibbons before buying this book. The title of the book appealed to me as a fellow fat girl and I wanted to see what she had to say. I wanted to see if her experiences have been anything like mine. In broad generalities, maybe, but Brittany's experiences are definitely her own. Brittany definitely has a level of self-confidence that is often lacking in overweight women, at times myself included. Though, that kind empowerment is often needed to help overweight women become a little more comfortable in their own skin. I admire Brittany's fearlessness when it comes to displaying her body on the internet. I am not sure I would have that confidence even if I were a size 10. I admire anybody that has the balls to give a Ted Talk and to strip on stage takes it to a whole different level. I will say that there were several times Brittany comes across as really crass. Using language that some of you might find offensive and discussing stuff that would make even the most open-minded person cringe. After checking out Brittany's website I realize that is just her personality and likely what attracts many of her thousands of followers. And I say more power to her - just be aware.
Bottom line - While Brittany Gibbons may come across a bit brash she has an important message that millions of women need to hear. Her ability to be comfortable in her own skin is something that all women, fat or skinny, could learn from.
- Fat Girl Walking by Brittany Gibbons
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- Pages: 240
- Publisher: HarperCollins
- Publication Date: 5/19/15
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Monday, July 20, 2015
It is the night before her wedding and Kate is starting out her night with a carefully crafted social media post. Kate is thirty-five and has waited a long time to find her future husband, Max, and is excited for her Facebook friends to know about the perfect night about to happen. She sees all of the posts from her friends that promote their "perfect" lives with the perfect husbands and perfect children and now Kate gets to join their ranks. Except her perfect night turns into a perfect nightmare when Max tells her he wants to call off the wedding and might be in love with Kate's co-worker, Courtney. Kate is devastated, but doesn't take to Facebook yet. But when she does she realizes that anything she posts to Facebook because reality. Kate uses her special power to her advantage in the form of a "do-over" with Max in the month leading up to their wedding. But it doesn't matter what she posts it seems to push Max and Courtney closer together. Will Kate be able to post enough Facebook posts to save her wedding and perfect life? Or will she realize that sometimes there is no fighting fate?
Facebook has become such an integral part in how we connect with our family, friends, and people from our past. I found myself practically twitching this weekend when I was in the land of no WiFi and no cell service (aka rural South Dakota). It was good for me to unplug and really enjoy the time with my family, but I did feel a bit disconnected from the world. And then I started reading The Status of All Things on the way home and I realized that maybe I have something in common with Kate. Kate looks to Facebook to validate her choices in life and that is evident in the first few pages in the book when she wants to change her wedding hair-style at the last minute because of something her Facebook friend said or did. The power Kate discovers that she has goes directly to her head and starts posting random stuff to hurt Courtney rather than help herself. It soon becomes evident that no matter what Kate posts there are some things she just can't change. But, what she does realize is that she can change herself. Her behaviors, her attitude, and her life. Even though Kate seemed like a major diva at times, I really enjoyed The Status of All Things. I think there is an important message there that needs to be read and it is wrapped up in fun characters and a unique premise.
Bottom line - social media is one of those things that is here to stay, but as shown in The Status of All Things it can be used for good or evil. A fun read, especially for those of us who might have a bit of a social media problem. *cough cough*
- The Status of All Things by Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke
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- Pages: 304
- Publisher: Washington Square Press
- Publication Date: 6/4/2015
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