Picture Collage Maker Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

Picture Collage Maker is a powerful yet easy-to-use collage maker that enables you to create stunning art works on both Windows and Mac OS X.

Key Features:

• 140+ gorgeous templates for all kinds of occasions
  Tons of decorations: backgrounds, clipart, frames, masks, etc.
  Lots of customizing features: rotate, resize, crop, text, calendar, etc.
  Wide choices of export & share options.

Know more here: http://www.picturecollagesoftware.com/

My Review

 

I really love this program. I always wondered how many folks made nice collages of pictures for reviews and for scrapbooking and this program is awesome and comes with alot. It is so easy to use and even my kids love it. We use it for homeschooling and I have  a recipe scrapbook I am working on presently.  If you do scrapbooking, homeschooling or reviews, consider this wonderful software program for doing it.

I highly recommend it and hope you will give it a try.

~Linda~

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Leather Conditioner | Leather Cleaner | Leather Conditioner & Cleaner Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.



 

 

Leather Conditioner

 Leather Conditioner - Apply this to restore and bring back the luster of your leather surface. Works great after you have cleaned the leather and not only does it restore your leather, but it also prolongs the life of your leather surfaces. Again works on all types of leather, vinyl and plastic surfaces. Great for shoes, saddles, purses, sofas, chairs, car seats, etc. It's made from high grade polymers and is completely non-toxic. We belive it's one of the best conditioners on the market. Comes with a free applicator pad.

Leather Cleaner

Leather Cleaner - Great for cleaning all types of leather, vinyl & plastic. Comes in an 18 oz spray bottle. It gently and safely cleans ALL types of leather surfaces, including purses, shoes, sofas, chairs, car seats, etc. Comes with a free microfiber towel for cleaning.

 Leather Conditioner & Cleaner

                                   Leather Conditioner & Cleaner - This is our 3-in-1 product. It cleans, conditions and restores your leather back to its original state. This is one of our newer product. It also comes in an 18 oz bottle so it should last you a very long time. It's great for cleaning and conditioning your leather products in one step. Just apply the product on the leather or the applicator pad and wipe away.

My Review

This was Marks glove before cleaning, very dry and worn out.

This is Marks Glove After using the Cleaner and the Conditioner !

We also used the cleaner/conditioner combo on Marks truck dash and it worked wonderfully.

See how nice it looks and it feels nice too !

I am so glad we got to try these products. They work great and I hope you will give them a try, as you can see they do a great job of restoring leather. The Cleaner Conditioner works great on vinyl  too. Needless to say the steering cover was shot before he got the truck so there is no restoring that.  I hope you will give these products a try they are awesome !

~ Linda ~

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Dead Sea Salt Deep Hair Conditioner - Deeply Hydrating and Nourishing on Scalp & Hair Review.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

$19.00

 

 Dead Sea Salt Deep Hair Conditioner

Made with Real Dead Sea Salt - 100% Pure and Genuine for an infusion of 21 Minerals Essential to Proper Skin and Hair Function.

Leaves Hair Looking Hydrated, Healthy and Silky.

Helps to Reduce the appearance of Dandruff and Dry, Flaky Scalp.

Aloe Vera Deeply Nourishes the Scalp and Hair - Hydrating it from Within.

Dead Sea Salt contains more than 21 skin and hair rebuilding minerals such as magnesium, calcium, sulfur, bromide, iodine, sodium, zinc and potassium.

My Review

I have to say that as with all the other Adovia Product line I am thrilled to have been able to try this and do this review.  I have been using the Deep Sea Salt Deep Hair Conditioner for about 3 weeks now and it works wonderfully.  It leaves my hair soft and silky. It does not ever leave a greasy feel to my hair and the smell is absolutely wonderful.  You can use this as a after wash conditioner or you can use it as a deep conditioner for your hair.  I have been washing my hair with Adovia Dead Sea Mud Shampoo first and then rinsing, adding a dime size of conditioner to my hands , rubbing them together and then applying this to my hair. If you have thicker or longer hair then I do , you might want to use a bit more , especially to the ends where it tends to dry more.  I have seen an improvement in my hair and scalp.  I was suffering from winter dryness.  I hope you will give this and the shampoo a try !

You can purchase it here on amazon

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I received this product for my honest opinion and review.

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Thankful by Shelley Shepard Gray | Win the first two books in the Return to Sugarcreek series!

Thankful

Christina Kempf has always known that God chose Aden Reese to be her husband. As children, he was there to save her when she fell through the ice, and he’s been by her side ever since. After his parents died in a car accident ten years ago, the Kempfs raised Aden as one of their own, and everyone sees Aden and Christina as brother and sister. But Christina has never given up hope that Aden will one day ask her to be his wife.

Aden always planned to court Christina. But losing his mother and father changed everything—except his love for her. Her parents generously welcomed him into their home and treated him like a son. He can’t betray their kindness by admitting his feelings for the girl who is like a sister . . . yet so much more.

Pressured by her parents to court, Christina begins to accept the attentions of Sugarcreek’s young men, and now, Aden must make a choice. Will he stand by and watch the love of his life slip away? Or will he risk losing the love and trust of the family he holds dear to tell Christina how he truly feels?

Thankful includes a P.S. section with additional insights from the author, background material, suggestions for further reading, and more.

Learn more and purchase a copy here.

My Reveiw

I really liked this story.  Christinas fears had me on the edge of my seat as she tries  to learn to deal with them.  I liked the Character Aden and how he thinks of others before himself.  I loved that the story is in wintertime which is one of my favorite times of the year.  I really enjoyed the continuing  of the Return to Sugarcreek. I love when authors write a series of stories and it goes on for a long time. This story captured my heart and mind.  It held my attention and really is awesome !  I am sure you will love this story and I hope you will get your own copy and if you have not read Hopeful, read that one first.  You will really love them.  Keep a tissue handy !  They really are touching.

Shelley Shepard Gray is a two-time New York Times bestseller, a two-time USA Today bestseller, a finalist for the American Christian Fiction Writers prestigious Carol Award, and a two-time Holt Medallion winner. She lives in Southern Ohio, where she writes full-time, bakes too much, and can often be found walking her dachshunds on her town’s bike trail.

Find out more about Shelley at

http://www.shelleyshepardgray.com

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In Thankful, New York Times bestselling author, Shelley Shepard Gray captures the beauty, devotion, and warmth of Amish life in this engaging tale of family, commitment, trust, and love set in the beloved community of Sugarcreek.

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IPurify Colon Cleanse, a Dietary Supplement, Review.

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

iPurify Colon Clease

A Dietary Supplement

iPurify Colon Cleanse, a Dietary Supplement, 60 Count

Promotes Weight Loss*
Eliminates Waste and Toxins*
Supports Digestive System Health*

This product contains a formula to promote weight loss by eliminating waste and toxins and support digestive system health that is safe and effective for men and women*

Legal Disclaimer
*This product has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Directions
As an addition to the diet, adults take two (2) capsules with water after a meal in the evening as a dietary supplement, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Ingredients
Vitamin C, Vitamin D, B-1, B-2, B-3, B-6, Folic Acid, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium,
Fiber Herbal Blend: Senna Leaf, St. Johns Wort, Uva Ursi Leaf, Inulin, Psylium fiber,
Thermagenic Blend: Guarana Seed Extract, Green Tea Leaf Extract, Ginger root
Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate

Safety Information
This product contains caffeine and may affect blood pressure and/or heart conditions. Check with your doctor before using this product, if you have such conditions. If you are pregnant, nursing have any medical conditions, or taking medications, consult a healthcare professional before taking this product. Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for use by persons under 18. Keep this bottle tightly closed and store in a cool dry place. For nutritional use only. Do not use if safety seal is broken.

My Review

We decided to let my Husband Mark be my tester for this product, he is into week two of the review period to use the whole product and it is already helped him big time. He was on meds that made him constipated and badly. So he has been taking two a day as directed and see how things went.  I am pleased to say that he is now able to go and also that he is feeling much better. He is able to concentrate and think better too. Anyone who is on meds may like to use this product. It is gentle and doesn't make your run to the potty all the time. It does make you regular though and thats a good thing.  He is going to keep taking this product for the next two weeks and make sure he is totally cleansed.  If your not feeling regular give iPurify a try !

~ Linda ~

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C-Slide Webcam Cover 1.0 Review + Giveaway

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

C-SLIDE Webcam Cover 1.0 Review + GiveawayC-SLIDE Webcam Cover 1.0 is a patented design that works with all laptops, computers, monitors, Smart TV’s, PS4, Xbox Kinect, and some External Web cameras.Product Features:

• Super Thin: 1mm thick so laptops are able to shut with ease Length: 1.5” Height: .5” Applications: double sided tape Durable : made from high-grade plastic Won’t Scratch: designed to open and close without harming the camera lens.


• Comes in White, Gray or Black.

http://www.c-slide.com/product/c-slide-1-0/

My Review

I don't know about you but I love the idea of more security features. I was using a webcam by Logitech and it had no cover to shut it off from being used, except for unplugging it. Well now I have a way to close the eye of the camera without much hassle.  Security being the goal, I wanted to give this little Webcam cover a try !  It is easy to install, easy to open and close and does the job for me.  This little gadget is simple and yet gives you so much safety in the home or out and about depending on what device your using it on. I would highly recommend this to anyone using smart devices.  I hope you will give it a try !

Giveaway

Leave me a comment here on my post and I will enter you in this giveaway.

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Trident Case Review

TRIDENT KRAKEN A.M.S. CASE FOR AMAZON KINDLE FIRE HDX 7

$59.95

Recently we were asked to review the case for the Kindle Fire HDX 7" for Trident Case ~ (http://TridentCase.com).  For me that was a total blessing as I had just won a Kindle Fire HDX and was in need of an awesome case for it. God sure knew what I was in need of since he blessed me with it to begin with.  I needed one that was durable with 3 kids in the house who love technology.  I wanted it to be able to protect my Kindle Fire HDX when it was in my purse, to keep the screen from getting scratched or any damage.  I received this complete case for the Kindle Fire HDX 7 " in Pink ( I was allowed to choose my own color). It also comes in Black, Grey, Blue ,Pink, Red, Trident Green and White !

 

I absolutely love its sleek and non bulky design. Some cases can be very bulky to handle. Given my arthritis and tendonitis this was a need for me.  I like that I can also order accessories for this case, like a tablet stand and holder or a hand strap attachment.  The features are great.   It has a HARDENED BIO-ENHANCED POLYCARBONATE SHELL to make it tough with SHOCK-ABSORBING SILICONE for added protection of the device. It also has a BUILT-IN SCREEN PROTECTOR to keep scratches from damaging the screen. All DEVICE CONTROLS & PORTS are PROTECTED too. I love the ENHANCED AUDIO  with Sound funnel technology.  This case is said to meet or exceed MILITARY STANDARD MIL-STD-810F and that says a lot for it !  It can withstand VIBRATION  18 hrs at 20-2000 Hz so no worries about kids shaking it or it being jarred around. It is truly weather resistant with its DUST FILTERS 3 hours at 29 ft / sec. Sand - 3 hours at 59 ft / sec and RAIN / WIND  7.9 inches / hour of rain at 40 mph winds for 1 hour. Best of all it is Earth friendly with a total GREEN PROTECTION that is Degradable, compostable, and recyclable.

 

View of  the shell and the inner protective shock absorbing silicone cover.

I have to say that I love being able to read with this cover, it is wonderful  as you can see it allows one to read and view things with no glare (forgive the flash). It actually got dropped off my table !  Faith my 11 year old said " Hey Mom, lets really test this baby out ! "  Sigh of relief as nothing was damaged.  I love that it is lightweight and very easy for me to hold onto.  I do not get sore wrists from holding it.  I really enjoy the fact that the case has dust protection and yet the area for the speakers still allows it to sound totally awesome.  It really does keep it cleaner and protects the Kindle Fire  HDX from dirt and dust.  The nice thing is I can put my Kindle Fire in my bag and away I go ! It protects it from scratches even if the kids throw my keys in my bag.

I have  to say that the case did not come with instructions as to how to assemble the case. It took some real thought as to how to insert the kindle and case together so that it fit snuggly and snapped together right.  You have to first apply the screen protector, then put the Kindle Fire HDX into the silicone skin. Place this then into the front portion of the shell and then place the back shell onto it, so that it snaps together. It is a very snug fit for sure and if you cannot get the little round tabs to go in easily, make sure all the silicone areas are where they belong as the least  little part out of place will not allow it to fit right.  Over all this is a nice case, just take some maneuvering to get it together.  I am really enjoying using this case and I am sure you will love it too.  I think for the price its an awesome case that really does the job ! Check it out !

 You can connect with Trident socially at:

 Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/tridentcase 
 Instagram – http://instagram.com/tridentcase# 
 Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/tridentcase 
 Google+ - https://plus.google.com/+tridentcase 
 Pinterest – http://www.pinterest.com/tridentcase 
 Vine - https://vine.co/Trident.Case
 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/user/TridentCase 

 

"Healing Tree Bamboo Charcoal Soap"! Review & Giveaway !

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

 "Lets Your Skin Breathe Again"

Healing Tree Bamboo Charcoal Soap is high in absorbency so it draws dirt from deep inside the pores. Unlike normal soaps that only clean the surface of your skin, this soap can free up a lot of dirt that clogs deep beneath your skin especially if you have acne, eczema, psoriasis, and dry/cracked skin. Bamboo charcoal undergoes a firing process of 1,800 F to create high absorbency properties making it 4x more absorbent than wood charcoal. As a result, it cleanses your skin by removing years of accumulated dead skin cells.

With your pores re-opened, your skin will begin to begin to breathe again and naturally moisturize itself. There's no residue like other soaps, doesn't dry out your skin, and has no harmful chemicals. So if you want to feel what it's like to have your skin feeling like new, give this amazing soap a try!

Bamboo Charcoal Soap Benefits:

• Remove Dead Skin Cells
  Unclogs Pores
  Smoother Skin
  Natural Ingredients
  Hypoallergenic
  Detoxifying
  Fragrance Free

Made with 4 simple Ingredients: Vegetable Oil, Water, Glycerin, and Bamboo Charcoal.

• No Dyes | No Harmful Chemicals | No Animal Testing

 Retail Value: $3.99

http://www.healingtreeproducts.com/about-us

My Review

At first I was sceptical. Who uses black soap right !  Well I washed with it and since it is black it turns the water black but the nice thing is it does not turn your skin black. It washes you clean. Leaves you fresh and it does make my skin feel soft, smooth and clean.  No greasy residue , no soapy feeling and it does clean your face really nice. I have to say that my family isn't so assured of the color of the soap but I tell them it works wonderful. If you want a soap that cleans your pores and leaves you feeling good, this is your soap. I use it on my face and body.

~Linda~

Giveaway

If you would like a chance to win this soap and try it for free, please leave me a comment and Like  The Healing Tree facebook page, also sign up for their newsletter from the facebook page.  You will then have the opportunity not only to win this soap but other free products monthly !  Winner will be announced the first week of June !

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StartWrite 6.0 Handwriting Worksheet Software Review (Windows)

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

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Startwrite is the easiest way to create customized handwriting practice sheets for your student.

Just Type it, Print it and Practice! It’s that easy!
Startwrite 6.0 is bilingual. Spanish fonts make it easy for Spanish-speaking students to practice writing in their own language, and for English-speaking children to learn Spanish

Compatible with Windows 98 and newer!

Do you want to make your own handwriting worsheets, using bible verses or poems you love ? Are you kids tired of traditional workbooks for penmanship ? Well this may be the answer for your home or home-school !

 

My Review

I absolutely loved this program and will continue to use it for years to come. The kids really  grew tired of using a workbook and the same thing all the time to learn penmanship.  Repetitive practice gets old.  Well this software program is wonderful.  I can use anything we are studying to make the worsheets. I have used Bible verses, Poems, Things from history and it is so much more customizable to what we are doing instead of some canned penmanship book.  I really love this software, its has the benefit of using graphics to  enhance your worksheets as well, making them extra special for your students.  I highly recommend this to all my homeschool Mamma friends !

~Linda~

Connect with StartWrite:

https://twitter.com/StartWrite

You can buy it here:

http://www.amazon.com/StartWrite-Handwriting-Worksheet-Software-Windows/dp/B00HFEO9I8/ref=cm_rdp_product

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Giveaway !

Would you like to win a copy of this software ?  Well leave me a comment and  follow StartWrite on Twitter at the above link and come back and tell me you did and you will be entered . Please leave me your email address so  that I can contact you if you win.

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Books | We Give Books

 

This summer if you need books that you don't have to read. Try We Give Books.

Books | We Give Books.

~ Linda ~

PRO-15: The Perfect Probiotic Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

PRO-15: The Perfect Probiotic Review

http://hyperbiotics.com/

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GET 15 TIMES MORE RESULTS THAN WITH CAPSULES++. With superior patented technology, our living organisms reach deep into your intestinal tract where they are needed most. Our formula will even reach your large intestine. *See below to understand the Science behind the Superiority*

IMPROVE YOUR MOOD AND ENERGY LEVELS. Fatigue and irritability are often a result of poor vitamin and nutrient absorption. Hyperbiotics Probiotics help create a microenvironment inside your digestive system that promotes full mineral absorption so you can finally feel like your happy, energetic and vibrant self.

RELIEVE YOUR SENSITIVE STOMACH. Hyperbiotics PRO-15 is released at consistent levels throughout the day and throughout your Gl tract; whereas other capsules more closely resemble a bomb being dropped in your upper stomach - releasing all organisms at one time, often causing upset such as bloating, gas or diarrhea.

GET & STAY WELL. 80% of your immune system is in your gut, and when probiotics (the good guys) are abundant in your body, it’s harder for the disease causing bacteria (the bad guys) to settle in. Hyperbiotics PRO-15 restores beneficial bacteria for optimal digestive and immune health, helps control yeast and candida overgrowth and promotes daily relief from allergies, gas, bloating and constipation. Life should be easy.

LOSE WEIGHT. New studies show that gut microflora may improve your metabolism and accelerate fat loss. Let’s get your gut back into equilibrium so your waistline will follow.


To learn more, you can check out this 2 minute video - http://vimeo.com/87541099.

My Review

I decided to try this not only on myself but also on my Dear Husband.  He has had to take many Rx  to stay well Lung wise and such. I believe this has upset his health and wellbeing.  I wanted to do this along with him so that he didn't feel I was just using him as my guinea pig.  I have been on this for a couple weeks and  have to say that I feel more regular and have a bit more energy then I did have.  Dear Husband really needed these to get regular and to get started on the right track to recovery.  I think they are working well.  The smaller size is a great thing as Husband has hard time swallowing larger pills.  Also they don't dissolve in your mouth before they get down into your system. I think they are great !  These will do for you what just eating yogurt won't do.  If you feeling off and are not regular, give these a try.  We are going to stay on these and keep our systems functioning and keep our intestinal flora in balance.  These are a wonderful product.

~Linda~

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golly gee-pers ! Table Manners Cards Review

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

 golly gee-pers ! TM

 Table Manners Cards

Table Manners Cards
Imagine teaching table manners without the nagging and prodding.
We did and came up with one deck, two games and numerous applications for these humorous but respectful, table manners cards.
They:
• address table manners in the moment they occur.
• motivate the entire family through friendly competition and reward.
• provide engaging fun with purpose.

Parents will like:
• the durable, laminated cards and convenient drawstring bag.
• the special “Note to Parents” card providing suggestions for maximizing the games’ success.
• access to our website where customers can find free downloadable sticker charts and coloring pages.
• the customizable blank thumbs-up and thumbs-down cards.

http://www.amazon.com/Golly-Gee-pers-Table-Manners-Cards/dp/B005OT723A/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1400011431&sr=1-1

Product Specifications:

• Individual card size is 2 14/16” x 4 1/8” with rounded corners. It comes in an eco-friendly 100% cotton, washable drawstring bag.Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Awards:
-  Two Dr. Toy Awards

- Mom’s Choice Gold Award

- Family Review Center’s Best of 2012 and Seal of Approval

- The Next Big Zing for Kids

Table Manners Cards can be used for any number of people in a variety of situations; one child at home; friends on a play date or a sit down family dinner. The cards are small enough to be practical at the table or can be to be tossed into a bag when on the go to grandma’s or a restaurant.

My Review

These cards are so much fun.  It was neat to play the games during family dinner and even the kids loved it as they got to laugh and point out the thumbs down that we did on purpose to show them, but they thought they caught us in a no no !  These are great as you do the teaching and learning right at the table and everyone gets to take a turn at catching the others at having bad table manners or good table manners.  My children are 6, 10 and 11. We really  liked it so much that they ask to play at each meal we eat together at  the table.  I think it this would be a great game for preschools and every home setting.  I hope you all will check this game out if you have children who need to learn their table manners.

~Linda~

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Digital Heroes & Heroines of the Past: American History Curriculum Review

 

I was so happy we were chosen to do the review of  Golden Prairie Press   Digital Heroes & Heroines of the Past: American History Curriculum !  To do our review we were sent Heros and Heroines of the Past Part 1 and Part 2. Historical Skits Part 1, Sing Some History, Listen to Some History and Additional Material CD digital download.  We received all these as digital downloads. A Great American History Curriculum for Grades 1 - 6 , but it can be used for older children. 

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Price for all items received for this review  is $98.99I will be honest in my review that I was able to use the History books themselves but my kids really didn't care to do the skits, maybe when they are older they will like doing drama.  I loved reading the history lessons myself as it is a good refresher and some things included were not taught to me in school.  I want my childrens view of history to be filled with as much truth and relevance as possible.  I  want my kids to know that there were men and women who took great part in the history of our nation. We have some Native American Heritage so I was very pleased to see their history included in these books as well.   I think the hardest part of the review for me was that they were pdf files and I had to scroll down through the books to find where we were studying each day. I would certainly opt for real print versions personally.~

In Heros and Heroines of the Past Part 1 :

covers  the time period of  the years 1000 to 1837.

The Period of DiscoveryThe Period of ColonizationThe RevolutionThe Formation of the UnionThe Period of National Development

I Heros and Heroines of the Past Part 2:

covers the time period of the  years 1837 to Present.

The Period of National Development Continued

The Civil War

The Period of National Expansion

The United States, A World Power

We are in the first book of Hero's and Heroines of the Past. We have read through the first five sections. One thing that is helpful is to go to the website and download the Heroes and Heroines of the Past: American History Curriculum Outline.  It is an Outline of the order the lessons, and Projects that go with each lesson.  Those activities include Art Projects, Famous Artwork, Bible Memory Verses, Skits, Literature and Color Pages ( if you order these ). We were able to use the famous artwork included in our digital download files. Paintings Art - Columbus at the Royal Court of Spain, Columbus Takes Possession of the New World, Columbus’ Coat of Arms,Art - Columbus’ Return, and many others. We used some of the pictures for an activity called Write a story from this picture. The children saw the picture and wrote a story after viewing it.  We made things from recipes included, Hot Cocoa, Succotash and Rye and Indian Bread.  We also made Scripture Cake ! My girls love to bake, so this part was more fun for them.  We also learned some Bible verses from Psalms and learned some Historical Hymns and Songs of History like When I Survey the Wondrous Cross and All the Pretty Little Horses found on our Sing Some History digital download. We also got to hear some historical stories and Teachings from our Listen to Some History digital download.

For our children they really enjoyed most of all the hearing of history, listening to history and listening to the songs.  Parts of it are far more advanced then they were use to. There is a lot to this history study and It could be used for year with every thing that is included.  There are  many more books and activities that could be purchased separately. One of those things I would like to get in the future is Amy's books on making historical clothing.  I want to include things that are appealing to us to enhance this Curriculum.  I definitely would have to add other things from those offered on the website to make this more appealing to my daughters and my son in the years to come.  I personally feel its a bit advanced for younger children who are very active or have attention disorders or learning disabilities.

If you want a study that is full of reading, music, art and writing activities this may be a good fit for you.

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Where Two Hearts Meet by Carrie Turansky

Two Sisters, Two Heartwarming Romance novellas

There's no better place for romance, forgiveness, and new beginnings than the Sweet Something Teashop.

Tea For Two:  Allison Bennett, co-owner of a financially strapped teashop in Princeton, New Jersey, receives a large anonymous check that saves her business. But she has no idea who sent it. Could it be from Peter Hillinger, the wealthy businessman who owns the shop next door and wants to win Allison’s heart? Or is it from Tyler Lawrence, Allison’s old boyfriend, who returns to town claiming a renewed faith and a changed life. Allison doesn’t know whom to trust. Should she follow her head or heart, or is there Someone else who can guide her toward the best path for her future?

Wherever Love Takes Us:  After twenty-five years of marriage, Matt and Tessa Malone are struggling to recover financially and rebuild trust following a business failure. Then Matt inherits property in Oregon, and he wants to move the family there to make a fresh start. But Tessa can’t imagine giving up the cozy tea shop she co-owns with her sister, or leaving her friends and family in Princeton. Whose dream will they follow, and how much will it cost their family? Can they resolve their differences and rebuild a love that seems lost?

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A Season of Change by Lynette Sowell

A  Season of Change by Lynette Sowell

An Amish widower finds love in unexpected places

Amish widower Jacob Miller believes it was a mistake to visit the Amish village of Pinecraft for winter vacation, especially after his daughter is struck by a car. Stranded in Sarasota until his daughter recovers, Jacob grows increasingly wary of events that unfold in his unfamiliar surroundings—including the strange curiosity of Englischer Natalie Bennett.

Natalie never thought her circus career as an aerial silks artist would end with a blown-out knee at the age of 25. She also never knew her late mother had a secret—that she was once Amish.

When Natalie meets the Millers at the Sarasota hospital, she is attracted to their warm hospitality and simple ways—and soon wonders if they can help her find her mother’s family. As Jacob and Natalie fall in love, their worlds collide. Will their differences tear them apart? Or will their love be strong enough to blend their clashing cultures?

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About Lynette

Lynette Sowell is the award-winning author of over 15 titles for Barbour Publishing, Harlequin, and Abingdon Press. Lynette was born in Western Massachusetts in the shadow of the Berkshire Mountains, raised on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, but makes her home on the doorstep of the Texas hill country. She loves reading, cooking, watching movies, and is always up for a Texas road trip. When she's not writing fiction, she works as a reporter for her city newspaper and has a weekly column called My Front Porch.

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~ Lynette is also very much a Sister and Kindred Spirit !  She always has time to chat and takes time to pray for those she knows. It is a joy to be included in those who love her books. Her love for the Lord and her love for others shows through in her writing.  I am glad to call her not only my sister in the Lord but also my friend. ~ Linda ~

My Review

A Change of Seasons is such a tale of love.  What touched me is how God can turn something of sadness into something that leads us to Him and his love.  I loved this story for its very different story line and also for its showing that indeed two different lives can be brought together if both follow the leading of the Lord.  I love that the characters in this story share God's love and his desires for us to follow. Its touching to that someone would be willing to give up their own desires to allow another person to be happy, if that is God's will for their lives.  If your looking for something just a tad different in Amish Romance, this book is for you ! I was touched by Natalie's willingness to follow after the Lord and begin a new chapter in her life and the lives of others. Lynette, this is an awesome story and I can hardly wait for the next book to come out this fall...

~Linda~

 Lynette's Books

Coming Soon

Book 2: A Path Made Plain November 2014, Abingdon Press

Betsy Yoder lives with her great aunt in Sarasota’s Pinecraft neighborhood, far from her family in Ohio. Heartbroken by a man who left her—and the Order—to marry someone else, Betsy instead pours her time and energy into her bakery, offering the village of Pinecraft delicious desserts from her Amish heritage, and is content in her hard-working yet peaceful life.

Enter the formerly Amish Thaddeus Zook, a pastry chef who has moved to Pinecraft after working in restaurants among the English. While Betsy nurses a hesitant heart, Thaddeus shows a similar hesitancy about rejoining an Amish community. Though neither can deny the attraction between them, Thaddeus is hiding a past that could threaten their future together. Betsy has lost one love already; dare she risk loving another who has adopt English ways? Or will Thad listen to the call of the open road and move on again . . . without the love of his life?

Book 3: A Promise of Grace May 2015, Abingdon Press

Also for 2014

A Jackson Hole Sleigh Ride September 2014, Barbour Publishing