Book Review: Put Your Dream to the Test by John Maxwell

There are two kinds of good books: some that are so good you just can't put down, and some that you read slowly and soak in every word.

Put Your Dream to the Test is the latter. In fact, I'm reading it so slowly that I haven't even finished it. If I waited until I did, this review may not be written for quite some time!

I have this tendency to always need something to look forward to, whether it be a simple project, a trip, a new book about finding your purpose, or a huge new assignment. That being said, though, I can honestly say that I am not much of a dreamer. I don't have a burning passion that drives me every day. So I wasn't sure this book was for me.

We were created for a specific purpose in this life and whether we know it or not, we all have a dream deep down inside that will help us fulfill that purpose. New York Times bestselling author John Maxwell has compiled a list of ten questions in this book that you ask yourself, which will either help you identify your dream, or move forward on the path to achieving the one you already have. These questions cover everything from clarity, reality and passion to strategy, cost and fulfillment.

His questions are thought provoking and really make you examine yourself and your dream. He encourages you all along the way with stories from people who achieved their dreams, and tips to help you become one of them.

If you have a dream that you'd love to see become reality, then pick up this book. If you don't have a dream, read this book and you're likely to find one!

On Memorial Day

I want to say "Thank you" today to all the soldiers, past and present, who have given up so much to serve this country. To the families of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, I want to say that those brave souls are not forgotten. And to those troops serving right now, my prayers are with you. Godspeed and God bless!

The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Yes, it's been quite a while since I last blogged. Life has gotten crazy-busy and I frankly have had no free time.

Well, kind of.

With the hectic pace around here lately, I decided to relax a little. Slow down when I could. The result was a lot less blogging (obviously), and a lot more reading.

I can't remember the last book I read until recently. That's pretty sad, since reading is one of my favorite things to do! But, I have remedied that situation in the last few weeks, and as a Thomas Nelson book review blogger, I get to share with you what I've been reading. Today, I'm going to tell you about The Noticer by best-selling author Andy Andrews.




The Noticer is a book about an old guy most people call Jones, who has a knack for showing up in the lives of people at just the right moment. He shares a little wisdom and gives them a "new perspective" on their circumstances, with life-changing results.

It's a quick read (or maybe I just devoured it because I was so reading-deprived!), and an easy, enjoyable one, too. It's a book that will make you think about seeing things through a different set of eyes!

What's really most amazing to me is that it's based on a true story. Read it and you'll see why that's a big deal!

Don't forget to check out The Noticer Project, which challenges you to notice the five most influential people in your life.

Happy Reading!

Can't post....

I've got Spring Fever! Gotta enjoy these warm sunny days while they're here! I'll be back when the freezing winter-ness returns to relinquish me back to my cave :-)

Dear Aaron,...

I had a post written which was basically a rant about the evils of Pokeman cards and afterschool care. After sleeping on it, I decided to forego the rant and just share the humor in the situation instead.

Enjoy.

When I picked Aaron up this afternoon, I found an envelope, a note and a dollar in his basket.


It says on the outside: "To Aaron: You are a good friend."



On the inside: "Dear Aaron, I want to give you this card and doller sence you have kind of suckish cards."

Yes, you read that right. Some sweet? little kid feels sorry for my son's shabby Pokeman collection so he gave him a dollar to, I don't know...buy some cards that aren't suckish?

Well, I should probably just look at the bright side: at least that kid has compassion, right? :-)

I'm copying again.

OK, so I saw this link over at BooMama's. She said she read it, and then she cried.

So I read it.

And I cried too. (But because it's good. REAL good.)

So go read it: I'll wait.
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See? Wasn't that awesome? Tell me what you thought about it.

Because I seem to do all the talking around here. Now it's your turn! :-)

When I'm Five...

A recent conversation between me and my four-year-old while playing Yahtzee Jr:

Wow, Eli! You are so smart! How did you know that?

Because I can count.

Oh? How high can you count?

Um, sixty.

Can you count for me now?

No. I can count for you when I'm five.

When you're five?

Yes. Then I can count to 209 when I'm five.
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