Life Without Limits Book Review/Giveaway

He has no arms and no legs, yet he has a dynamic personality and can golf, surf, swim and play many sports.  Who is he?  Nick Vujicic!  His book, Life Without Limits: Inspiration for a Ridiculously Good Life, is part autobiographical and part inspirational.  Nick was born in Australia and overcame many insecurities.  He graduated from college with a degree in financial planning and accounting.  He now speaks all over the world through his ministry Life Without Limbs offering inspiration and hope to hurting people.  Nick has a personal relationship with God and his book speaks about many ways to overcome your "disabilities" whether they be physical, emotional or psychological.  As someone who felt there was no purpose to his life, he learned that no matter what, God has gifted each person in special and unique ways.

I was very interested to read this book as I had seen Nick on a few You Tube videos.  He definitely has charisma and really made me look beyond myself.  He is someone who really struggled, but found ways to overcome them and live a full life.  I was really amazed at all he could do.  He even starred in a short film called Butterfly Circus that you can find on You Tube.  I highly recommend Life Without Limbs by Nick Vujicic for every person.  He offers great suggestions and ways to inspire your life and live it to the fullest for God's glory.

*This book was provided to me free of charge by Blogging for Books  for purpose of this review. This is my honest opinion of this book and no monetary compensation was received for my opinion.*


Win it:  I am having a giveaway for this book.  Open to US only and giveaway ends Monday, Jan 24. (Note: book will be sent at the end of the month)

To enter: Be sure to click on all the links before filling out the entry form.

1. Mandatory: Be a follower on my blog (2 entries)

2. Subscribe to my blog by email (link on blog)

3."Like" The Knowlton Nest on Facebook (link on my blog). 

4. Post about this giveaway on another site (your blog, facebook, twitter, etc) (1 entry for every site) 

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Booking It 2011: January

Yippee!  I'm so excited that Jessica is making a concerted effort for this wonderful online book club.  It's free, fun and flexible!  Read this POST and see if you want to join too!  There's also a downloadable handbook for reference.

Well, I was very busy reading books for review last year and even though I love reading, I think I read too many books.  That's not good for a mom of a toddler and a house to take care of.  So I've decided to pace myself this year and be more purposeful in reading as well as sneaking in books for pure pleasure.  I will be reading some of Jessica's assigned books, review books and others that I come across. I'm also going to read through the New Testament using the Our Daily Bread guide.  All of that should keep me busy, but not overwhelmed! My goal is to read new and classics as well as anything related to being a mom and taking care of the house.  I look forward to this fun year of reading.  I will be looking for recommendations from many of you.

52 Weeks of organizing 2011 with Organinzing Junkie

I'm so excited that Laura at Organizing Junkie is starting this series.  I need support and encouragement as I begin this big project.  I already started my organizing, but this is a great way to have accountability and fun to see what others will be doing to get ideas on what else I can clean.

Today’s questions:

1.  Do you have your list written? (if you missed it, you can find the pdf here)

I have made a list of 5 areas for the month of January and I have 4 more that I thought of for February.

2.  What is the first thing on it that you hope to accomplish this week?

My first thing I hope to accomplish is make a 5 day plan to work 30 min a day in the area where I will be cleaning.

3.  How are you going to make it happen?

I'm going to write a list of what I want to have happen by the end of the 5 days of cleaning and what I want it to look like.  My goal is to take before and after pictures to show my results!

What about you?  Do you want to join too?

Unexpected Love by Andrea Boeshaar Book Review/Giveaway

Lorenna Fields is competent nurse, loving, caring, kind and prone to emotional attachment to her patients.  There was a particular patient who she nursed who was not only blind, but had amnesia.  As a single woman, she felt captivated by this handsome man and very glad he could not see her very ugly birthmark.  Soon the patient regains his memory and turns out to be a missing sailor.  Renna and the captain begin to have feelings for each other, but the captain also begins to regain his eyesight.  He keeps the pretense that he is blind so Renna will feel comfortable with him and also as a precaution to find out who tampered with his ship that caused his accident.  Renna feels that no man will ever love her because of her birthmark and especially not a wealthy and handsome captain.  Will Renna find her true soul mate in Unexpected Love by Andrea Boeshaar?

I love old fashioned love stories and this is one of them.  Even though Renna is insecure about her appearance, she is very intellectual and is very bold to stand up for what she believes in.  The love story is sweet and evenly paced and the mystery is somewhat predictable, but blends well with the plot.  This was a great story in which to get lost and I would love to read more by Andrea Boeshaar.



*This book was provided to me free of charge by Strang Book Group  for purpose of this review. This is my honest opinion of this book and no monetary compensation was received for my opinion.*

Win it:  I am having a giveaway for this book.  Open to US only and giveaway ends Monday, Jan 24. (Note: book will be sent to the winner at the end of the month)

To enter: Be sure to click on all the links before filling out the entry form.

1. Mandatory: Be a follower on my blog (2 entries)

2. Subscribe to my blog by email (top right corner)

3."Like" The Knowlton Nest on Facebook (link on my blog)

4. Post about this giveaway on another site (Facebook, Blog, Twitter, etc) (1 entry for each)

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Recipe of the Week : Bean Soup

I got this recipe from my good friend Heather.  It's easy!

Pour into a greased crockpot (undrained):
*1 can black beans
*1 can kidney beans
*1 can pinto beans
*2 cans diced tomatoes (I used fresh tomatoes)
*2 cans corn

Add to mixture:
*2 (1/2 oz) pkgs dry Ranch dressing mix
*1 package Taco seasoning (can use 2 for more flavor)
*2 cups water

Simmer in crockpot for 2 hours.  Serve with tortilla chips crumbled, then put a glob of sour cream, some grated cheese on top! 

Tropical Traditions Raw Honey Review/Giveaway!!

Recently I was able to review the Tropical Traditions Organic Canadian Raw Honey.  Here are a few interesting facts:

*Comes from the frontier areas on Canada and harvested only during a 6 week period of the summer
*Unprocessed- only warmed enough to flow
*Wild
*Organic
*Available exclusively only through Tropical Traditions

You can read more at Tropical Traditions Organic Canadian Raw Honey.

I was amazed at the creamy texture.  I'm so used to honey being ooey, gooey, sticky and messy.  This was solidified, but easy to scoop.  It spread easily on breads and muffins.  It can also be used in many yummy recipes: Gluten Free Strawberry Coconut Muffins, Rise and Shine Breakfast Smoothie, and Homemade Coconut Granola Bars.  It is very sweet so not alot is needed for taste in these recipes.  I would choose this honey over any regular honey that I would normally use!


Buy it: A 17.6 oz jar of Tropical Traditions Canadian Raw Honey is usually $17.50, but is only $10.99 right now.  Get your taste today!  Or better yet, win it, see below!

When you place your order please use my ID # to get your FREE book: 6015262 in the "Referred by a Friend".  (Thank you!) You can also obtain your own complimentary copy of Virgin Coconut Oil book through the Referral program if you are ordering for the first time.  Please click: http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/referral_program.htm for more info. The book will be automatically be added to your order.  I encourage you to look through the website for some great products.  I have already tried the Lavender Natural Deodorant (aluminum free), the Organic Shredded Coconut and the Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil.  Be sure to sign up for their newsletter to get updated information on products and sales.

If you need any help in placing your order please click here: http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/customerservice.cfm.

Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose.  Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product.

Win it:

One reader will receive one jar of Tropical Traditions Canadian Raw Honey!  Giveaway ends Monday, Jan 24.

To enter: Be sure to click on all the links before filling out the entry form.  Thanks!

1. Mandatory: Be a follower on my blog (2 entries)

2. Visit Tropical Traditions and tell me another product you would like to try. (required)

3. Subscribe to my blog by email. 

4."Like" The Knowlton Nest on Facebook (link on my blog). 

5. "Like" Tropical Traditions on Facebook

6. Follow Tropical Traditions on Twitter

7. Sign up for the Tropical Traditions Newsletter.

8. Make a purchase at Tropical Traditions using my referral code: 6015262

9. Post about this giveaway on another site (your blog, facebook, twitter, etc) (1 entry for every site) 

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Happy New Year Sale from Heavenly Homemakers!!

RIGHT NOW until January 6...

Learn Your Letters Learn to Serve Curriculum Kit
is $8 off the original price!!

This is a fabulous curriculum that you could purchase for yourself or give as a gift to a family member.  There is downloadable ebook and a printed version.

With the purchase of this kit you also get a FREE Kid's Character Chart!
Choose from:
*Be Imitators of God

*Fruit of the Spirit

*Shine Like Stars

*Treasures in Heaven

*Walk in the Light

After purchase, email Laura-  laura@heavenlyhomemakers.com to get your FREE kid's chart.

ALSO...

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and

Do the Funky Kitchen is only $2.75!

I have all 3 of these and I LOVE them and you will too.
Don't forget, sale ends January 6!!

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