Penguin & Moose

Penguin & Moose
Written by Hannah C. Hall
Illustrated by Anna Chernyshova

A truly adorable tale of friendship amid trial and struggle, Penguin & Moose tugs at the heart strings as it warms the soul!

Penguin wants to fly so badly, and as he tries different ways, his trusted and true friend Moose sticks by his side, helping him try to achieve his goals while offering kindness and support along the way.  Penguin learns a lesson about friendship and the value of being himself.

The story is inviting to all readers, with simple terms and words to reach the youngest readers and listeners, yet a deep enough meaning to engage the oldest of readers as well.  The story line follows Penguin through silly ideas that make the reader giggle and wraps up with warm fuzzies and the comforting, knowledgeable father figure imparting wisdom.  With adorable illustrations that draw the reader deeper into the story, the pictures add as much to the story as the words do.

I thoroughly enjoyed the story, as did my children.  This will become a staple on our book shelf, to be sure.  With lessons of friendship and self-acceptance, the content is as great educationally as it is entertaining.  I loved flipping each page to see what would happen next.  I recommend this book for children of all ages!

You can find a copy of this book on Good Reads, ChristianBook.com and Amazon
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* I received a copy for free in exchange for my honest and un-biased review*

The Love Bamboo Tea Tumbler Thermos with Infuser

The Love Bamboo Tea Tumbler Thermos with Infuse

By Sacred Love

Buy it on Amazon

I like the look of this bottle, and the fact that it comes with a removable loose tea/fruit basket.

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The stainless interior makes it safe and sanitary while helping to maintain temperatures for long times.  The lid screws on, meaning you can sip or take big drinks at your will, not that of a lid's opening or straw.  This also means it can tip without worry of spill.

I was a bit in question of all the fancy packaging for a bottle that has specifically gone the way of bamboo for the exterior doe to it being sustainable.  This item came in a shopping box, then in a cardboard tube which then had foam padding followed by plastic wrap before I ever got to the bottle itself.  A lot of wasted stuff there.  Great for a gift, I guess, it looks nice, but it seemed over the top.  I also have reservations about washing it because of all the warnings directing users to not submerse or soak the outside as it will wreck the bamboo shell.  Makes it a little more challenging to clean thoroughly when you can't dishwash or soak it.

This bottle gets high marks for function and appearance otherwise, and I have gotten plenty of .
compliments

The Robin's First Christmas

The Robin's First Christmas

Written and Illustrated by Susanne T. Schroder

The Robin's First Christmas is an adorable story that pulls at your heart strings while relaying the message of God's love. Having read the previous book in the series of Unlikely Heroes, "The Donkey's First Christmas" and immediately loved it, I was excited to have a chance to read this book, and I was not disappointed. The Robin's version of the first Christmas is just as sweet and entertaining, an instant classic at our house.

The little Robin loved to sing, but was told he was not special or good enough over and over, (he stammers, though that fact is not directly pointed out as such) so he decided to remain silent, believing that truth spoken over him. It was not until a cold December night when he observed a fire in a stable that he experienced a love like never before and realized his value through an act of service. 

The story is told in a rhyme fashion, easy and quick to read yet loaded with depth and value. The illustrations are sweet and cute, immediately drawing the reader in with the simplicity yet detailed depictions. It is one of those books the kids want to hear over and over agan that I don't mind reading repeatedly.

 I absolutely love that a portion of proceds from the sale of the book go to www.stamma.org, an organization that existst to help create a better world for people who stammer. A book with a great message in an enticing manner that also does good with it's sales? That's a huge win for me! I am proud to support this author and her fantastic works!

You can purchase a copy of The Robin's First Christmas here
You can also find out more about STAMMA at www.stamma.org
Find out more about the author and her works at:
 www.susannetschroder.com
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TriNova Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish, 16oz

TriNova Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish

In my home, all of the kitchen appliances are stainless steel.  In my home, there are also a lot of young children as well as multiple adults who use the appliances daily,  It is a constant struggle to keep them clean.  I have tried many different avenues to accomplish this task, and a recent one I have had the opportunity to try has done a fantastic job of wiping the prints and grime off.

The Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish by TriNova comes shipped in a plastic bag with the bottle capped and the sprayer separate to eliminate leaks.  Installing the sprayer is a simple as unscrewing the lid and screwing the sprayer on.

The cleaner also comes with a soft, two sided microfiber cloth.  One side is for cleaning, the other is for buffing and polishing.  The cloth is generously sized, think and of great quality, this is not a cheapy piece of fabric.

This cleaner sprays on as a white liquid, which has a pleasant smell.  It lifts prints away right away and also easily cleans off whatever the kids may have left behind on the handles and other surfaces. Once the surface has been cleaned, it is easy to flip the cloth over and use the other side to polish and buff the surface back to the shiny clean intended.

I didn't notice any residue left behind once I had finished cleaning.  I never had to fuss with streaks either, it just wiped on smooth and came off just as easily.  The surfaces seem to stay nice looking for an acceptable stretch of time.  Claimed to repel fingerprints and dust, I would agree that it does work at keeping the surface looking clean longer, though I have never compared this with other products to verify this claim against others.

A little goes a long way, so this 16oz bottle will last quite a while!  However, when I do run out, TriNova's Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish will be at the top of my list.


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 Stainless Steel Cleaner

* I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and un-biased opinions.  I was not compensated for my review or required to write a positive review, all thoughts are my own.

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Because He Lives

Because He Lives
by Jennifer Flanders

Just in time for Easter, a new book enters the scene, set to prepare hearts and minds for the Easter season.  In her devotional journal, Jennifer Flanders has designed a unique experience to guide readers through the life of Christ in order to better explore what Jesus gave in his sacrifice on the Cross. Beginning with a study of the prophecies foretelling his birth, walking through His birth, life, ministry, death and resurrection, this is a book filled with opportunity to learn, grow and reflect. 

This book has options for all readers.  There are blank pages for journaling, drawing or whatever you choose.  There are plenty of black and white historic images scattered througout to enhance the thoughts as well as offere those who enjoy coloring the chance to do so.  Every page is scripture based and offers the chance to incorporate a Bible study into the experience, whether by simply reading the verse, taking time to reflect and journal about it, or dive deeper into it.

The artwork in the book is pretty, but not exactly my taste.  I would have liked to see some pages with just plain design work, not necessarily a person or scene.  The images with people are very religious feeling, what I would equate to old texts, which does make it feel a little dated.  Change up some of the pictures and I would love it even more.

I have enjoyed exploring this journal and beginning to use it in preparation for Easter.  With 15 main sections, each with many pages, there is a lot to do and this could be a resource that could be used from Christmas forward to Easter.  I have enjoyed coloring some of the pictures, done some hand lettering in open spaces, done a bit of journaling, some scripture study and sometimes just left the page untouched aside from my eyes.  I love that there are so many options within the pages of this book.  It is not just a journal, or just a coloring book, but a variety book, and therefore more widely marketable.

I can see this being a useful tool for study groups as well as individual use.  I've even had some fun allowing my children to help me fill some of the spaces.  I find this book well done!

You can find a copy of this book here

* I was provided a complimentary copy of this book through Book Crash in exchange for my review.

30 Days to Understanding the Bible Review and Giveaway

30 Days to Understanding the Bible

by Max Anders

The thirtieth anniversary release of this book has hit bookshelves and continues to offer readers a wealth of learning and information.  A simple-to-use guide, anyone can pick up this book and quickly and easily learn key information to the Bible in 15 minutes or less each day.  Written by a veteran pastor and author of over 25 books, this bestseller of his has been a recommended book for Bible Teachers and pastors for years already.

Until I had the opportunity to review this book, I had no idea it existed, but I wish I had!  Between the very simple covers are a world of helpful information.  Whether the reader is a new Christian or has been a believer for over 30 years, this is a resource every Christian should own and read.

Each chapter is short and written in easy to understand language - no big words or scholarly ideas.  Designed to be a 30 day read, in 15 minutes or less, a chapter can be read.  Each chapter has a main idea with a break down of information, memorization tips, reviews throughout the chapter and loads of explanation to make the information click.  Broken down into 7 sections, each section then covers vital pieces to help the reader grasp the information.  For example, section one covers the Old Testament, so the 14 chapters contained within cover only Old Testament ideas and key pieces to the Bible, such as the structure of the Bible, geography, the main eras of the Old Testament and special books.  Other sections cover the New Testament, the Ten Great Doctrines, a nano summary, a section on how to master the Bible, a teaching plan and bonus chapters.

I found the information very easy to understand and learn.  With the repetition throughout and the opportunities to write in the book and practice, the information I would have previously found boring, like the main eras of the Old Testament, who they were about and where they took place, it now sticks in my brain and I can understand better and also answer questions I could not before, though I have read the bible through a couple of times and attended church my entire life.  This is information my fact-remembering, Christian-schooled husband knows without having to think that has always made me feel inferior.  Now I feel like I know things I should, and without hours of Bible class lectures and tests.

I have chosen to read the book a bit slower than each day, stretching the read past 30 days, re-reading the chapter a few times over to really absorb and learn the information.  There are so many options and possibilities as to how to use this book, that whether you do a straight 30 days or make it a weekly study, there is no way you can't learn something.

I highly recommend this book to all believers.  It is a key resource.  Even to those who think they know much about the Bible, there is much to still be learned and understood.  The writing style is easy to understand, the work load is light, the reading is pleasing and the results are fast.  A key resource to own and use!

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