Happy New Year!

It's the first day of 2014 and I feel fine! I hope all my readers are enjoying their day off across America, and wherever else you may be visiting from. 2014 is going to see this blog expand and review even more great products and services, so stay tuned!

Review of Littleton, New Hampshire's Crosstown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

I saw a commercial last night that said the new Dodge Ram had been voted the car of the year by one of those big guys that do that sort of thing, and I thought, now that's cool, since my Daddy loves anything with the name Dodge or Ram in the title. (And I love the voice of Sam Elliot in the commercials!)

I figure since that information came out there would be a big flux on consumers eager to try out the new Dodge Ram. If you are in the Littleton, New Hampshire area and are among that bunch you'd do well to take your test drive at Crosstown CDJ. I was just checking out their website and they have such a great selection of new and used automobiles, and not just Dodge. They carry Chrysler and Jeep too, and many other auto brands in their used car department. Below is a sample of what you'll find in their used automobile inventory. Ain't she a beauty? 

I like it that Crosstown has so many tools you can use on their website. You can fill out a quote, a credit application, and even figure out what your payment would be before you ever leave the house. If you are interested in a new or used vehicle, or need yours serviced and are in NH, why not Contact Littleton NH’s Crosstown DCJ and let them help you out? 

Review of Annville Auto Center in Annville, PA

Annville Auto Center in Annville, PA is part of the Klick-Lewis family of automobile dealers. A trusted name for decades, Klick-Lewis makes it more convenient for Pennsylvania residents to buy a new or used vehicle by having the Annville location available. You will receive the same great deals, financing, and service from Annville Auto Center as you will from any of the other Klick-Lewis family of dealerships.

I was checking out this sweet 2011 BMW in their inventory of used cars. I have always wanted a BMW and this one looks to actually be in my price range. And the beauty of it is, I can even fill out a credit application online and get an answer on whether I can get Annville to finance this vehicle without leaving the comfort of my home!

If you are thinking about trading in your old vehicle they have a great reputation for giving a very fair trade-in price. Contact Annville Auto Used Cars of PA and see what the great sales staff has in store for you! If the Annville location is any indication of the staff, service and selection of fine new and used vehicles carried by the other Klick-Lewis locations, you are definitely in for a treat.

My Review of Bread & Wine by Shauna Niequist

I was lucky enough to receive this book, Bread & Wine: A Love Letter to Life Around the Table with Recipes as a reviewer for Handlebar Publishing. I absolutely loved the book! In fact, I loved it so much that when I finished reading it I gave it to my daughter-in-law. 

In the book author Shauna Niequist shares her newest collection of essays on family relationships, friendships, and the meals that bring us together and how God teaches and nourishes us as we nourish the people around us.

As with her previous books, Cold Tangerines and Bittersweet, Shauna Niequist lets her vulnerability show. Her essays from around her table are filled with wit, as she shares touching tales of life experiences shared over a meal. But this book is not fluff by any means, she is very realistic about the troubles life brings as well as the joys, admitting to the demands of trying to be "perfect" and the days when she must choose to "fast rather than feast." 

A great gift idea, for sure!

Review of THE POWER OF STARTING SOMETHING STUPID by Richie Norton

Every great once in a while a book comes along that changes your life. THE POWER OF STARTING SOMETHING STUPID: How to Crush Fear, Make Dreams Happen, and Live Without Regret is a book that did just that for me. I am in the process of getting my first novel published, a middle reader, and the contract calls for me to write a sequel, and a series. Wow, is all I could think when I found this out, because although I was thrilled I am quite overwhelmed at this prospect. Reading THE POWER OF STARTING SOMETHING STUPID by Richie Norton seems so much like serendipity for me. I was privileged to receive an advance copy to read and review and the timing could not have been better. 

If you are struggling with getting motivated to start something that is important to you then you really should read this book! And you don't just need to take my word for it, read the great list of important people who have given it rave reviews at Good Reads. 

Review of THE INVENTOR'S SECRET by Chad Morris

I really love reading YA books! One thing you'll quickly figure out-if the writer is good-is that YA is just as enjoyable, if not more so, as adult fiction. YA novelist are like the guy who comes in second place, they have to try harder, for they are writing for a very discerning audience, the young adult.

A great example of this is THE INVENTOR'S SECRET by Chad Morris. The first in a new series set at Cragbridge Hall, the premier educational facility in the world, THE INVENTOR'S SECRET is all about smart kids and time travel. "The Bridge" allows the students at Cragbridge Hall to actually watch history as it happens. The plot is so excellently paced and the characters are totally engaging.

If you love YA and time travel you should really get this book! I loved it.

Review of SIX SISTERS' STUFF Cook and Craft Book

As a book reviewer it is seldom that I receive a cookbook to review, so when I opened my mailbox and found the beautiful SIX SISTERS' STUFF, Family Recipes, Fun Crafts, and So Much More! I about went bananas! Literally. This book is filled with great family recipes, fun craft projects, and as the book states, so much more!


This book is nice enough to give as a gift, ya'll, (as Paula Deen would say!) And it is no lie when it says SIX SISTERS, these gals are all six biological sisters. There are nearly 100 easy to follow recipes with images to help you along.



And craft ideas that are cheap and easy to do. I just love this book!

Right now you can register for the 4x4 Dinner Challenge at the Six Sisters website, where families are challenged to eat together 4 times per week for 4 weeks. According to Pew Research, only about half of families eat together only occasionally or never. This is a great way to jump start spring, family guys and gals!