Alone Yet Not Alone Review and giveaway

Time for another review and giveaway!  This time for the book, Alone Yet Not Alone, by Tracy Leininger Craven

Here is a short description:
"Settled in the Blue Mountains of Pennsylvania, deep within America's new frontier, the Leininger family celebrates the blessings of a beautiful homestead and bountiful harvest.  That is, until tragedy strikes with the beginning of the French and Indian War and the devastating raid known as the Penn's Creek Massacre.

The lives of this simple, God-fearing family are forever altered when Barbara and Regina, two young sisters, are carried away by the Delaware tribe.  Driven by their faith in God and the powerful bonds of family, Barbara and Regina hold firmly to the belief that they are never alone, even in their darkest hour, and that they will be reunited again.

Rich in historical details, Alone Yet Not Alone is an inspirational, true story of a family caught in the cross fire of the French and Indian War.  Written by:  Tracy Leininger Craven"

     Books and movies are hard to review because it is hard to share just how good a book is without spoiling it for the reader.  I will say that this book, Alone Yet Not Alone, definitely gets 5 stars from me. The book is listed as juvenile fiction, the target audience is probably middle school through high school, but I enjoyed it as an adult.  It was an easy read, and it quickly captured my attention and emotions.  I couldn't put the book down and finished it in one sitting because I had to know what happened!  Barbara's faith and perseverance touched my heart and encouraged me in my faith.


  The review and giveaway are for the book, but the movie for this book is coming to theaters on September 27, 2013.  If there is a movie based on a book I like to read the book first and then watch the movie.  My husband is opposite and likes to watch the movie before he reads the book.  Either way, my suggestion is to read/watch both!  I loved the book and can't wait to see how they did the movie.

To find out more information, check out the official facebook page:
Alone Yet Not Alone on Facebook

Want to win?

There are 2 ways to win a copy of Alone Yet Not Alone.  One is to answer a question and the other is to "like" my page on facebook.  You need to sign in below to enter, but once you do rafflecopter should recognize you for future giveaways.

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This Is Our Time DVD Review and Giveaway

"Disclosure of Material Connection:  I received one of more of the products or services mentioned below for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.  I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CRF, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

     I have to admit that when my fiance and I started watching This Is Our Time, I was a little worried that the movie was going to be cheesy.  I was so wrong.  What a great movie!  Both T. and I agreed that not only did we enjoy the movie, it was also such a thought/discussion provoking movie.  We finished the movie and discussed what it meant for us and our lives.  A good movie is one that doesn't end when you stop the DVD player.

Here is a little about the movie:

The movie tells the interwoven stories of Luke (T.J. Dalrymple) and Ale (Erin Bethea), who marry right after school and move to India to serve as missionaries for Embrace A Village, a ministry that cares for those afflicted with leprosy and their families; aspiring financer Catherine (Kate Cobb), who joins a prestigious financial institution determined to make an impact on corporate America; Ryder (Matthew Florida), who lands an impressive job in social media and can't wait to use the powerful medium for a greater good; and Ethan (Shawn-Caulin Young), seemingly the odd man out, who struggles to find his God-given purpose and feels sidelined by God.  

"What they all come to learn is that it never really was their time, "  Arnold said.  "It was, always is God's time."

Want to find out more?

Website: http://www.christiancinema.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=4565#

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/thisisourtimemovie

Want to WIN it?

One reader will win a DVD copy of This Is Our Time.  Three ways to enter.

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The Little House That Stood DVD Giveaway

I am so excited to get to share this new video with you!  I am a huge fan of VeggieTales and VeggieTales The Little House That Stood does not disappoint.  This video is a mix between The 3 Little Pigs and the parable of the wise and foolish builders.  So cute and funny--and it has a great lesson too.  The second story is a retelling Humpty Dumpty called, "The Good Egg of Gooseville"  Another good story.



"When the Three Little Pigs roll into Cabbageville looking to build some new houses, they meet one builder with a plan and two without a clue!  Larry builds with hay, Mr. Lunt with bricks, but only Bob builds his house on a firm foundation - following the wise plans from the "Master Builder's Handbook!"  Will the Little Piggies make the right choices when it comes to building their houses - and their lives - on solid ground?  Find out in this parable that shows kids that when they follow God's blueprints, they can stand strong when the storms come!"

I have to say, the Silly Song is pretty funny too. :)

Want to WIN this video?
One person will win a copy of the VeggieTales The Little House That Stood DVD

Sign in using Facebook or your e-mail and click on the "+1" buttons to enter.  There are 3 ways to enter, do just one or all three!


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Etched 9x13

Have you ever been at a holiday gathering and not known which dish was yours at the end because all of the 9x13s look similar when the food is gone?  I just lost one this past Thanksgiving because someone took mine home with them. Today's project takes care of that.  Never again will you have to guess which container is yours (or have yours stolen because it looks the nicest ;) ).

I etched a 9x13, an 8x8, and a pie dish as a wedding gift for friends of ours.  It looks difficult, but it really isn't.  It is hard to photograph glass so these look WAY cooler in person.

For the 9x13 and 8x8 I etched the family's name onto the bottom of the pan.  I used my Silhouette machine and vinyl for the words, but you could use contact paper and a craft knife to cut them out too.  After I adhered the vinyl with the letters cut out, (I had to cut it so the words were backwards since I etched the bottom of the pan) I just brushed on the etching cream.  Then I waited about 10 minutes and washed the etching cream off, peeled the vinyl off and I was done!

For the pie pan I got a little creative.  I thought the couple would get a kick out using pi (3.1415...) to identify their pie pan. ;)

Here are a few tips I shared the first time I tried etching glass:

--Etching cream is very powerful and potent and gloves are supposed to be worn when using it. However I found that I was very clumsy with the gloves on and had too many etching cream "accidents" with them on. I couldn't feel the cream on my gloved fingers and I smeared it on things. For example I got some on one plate on accident and etched a little part on the edge. I found it was better for me to just be REALLY careful and leave the gloves off.
--Just a reminder BE CAREFUL-- that cream is powerful and will start working on whatever it touches. You only want to etch glass not the whole area you are working at. ;)

If you are interested in more I have blogged about these etching projects:

 Etched Plates

Christmas Ornament

Wedding Ornament

A little over a year ago on one of my Thursday Favorites posts I shared an ornament and said I would make it for the next person that got married.  Two of my cousins got married in 2012 so I decided to give the ornament a try.  Here is the original in the post I shared.  I tried to click the link and it looks like the photo isn't on pinterest anymore so I can't give credit.

Here is my version:

These are simple to make. I got the glass ornament at Michaels at Christmas time.  I decided to etch the ornament to give it a little something extra, but you wouldn't have to.  I then cut the wedding invitation into strips, rolled the strips and shoved them in the ornament.

Now I can cross this off my list of "Pinterest ideas to make".  I like it so much, it might become my go-to extra little gift at the weddings I attend. 

The Utter Relief of Holiness Review and GIVEAWAY

*******This Giveaway is Closed*******

Winner is Merv who said: "My favorite author is Dee Henderson I have read all her books"  I e-mailed you.  Please respond and let me know your address in the next 48 hours.

   I was excited to get to read and review the book, The Utter Relief: How God's Goodness Frees us From Everything that Plagues Us, by John Eldredge because I really enjoyed the last book I read by him, Walking with God.
  In this book,  Eldredge helps us take a look at and redefine what holiness means in our lives and how God can transform our lives and set us free.  I actually haven't finished reading the book yet because I like to read his books a little at a time so that I can really take in and process what he is saying.  He writes some deep Biblical truth and I don't want to miss it!  From what I have read so far though, I would totally recommend going and grabbing a copy.
  
Would you like to read this book?

Find it on Amazon HERE

You can also find out more about the book and the author at these sites:

                Website: http://ransomedheart.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ransomedheartministries

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ransomedheart/

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdVkECNOEp0

Would you like to WIN a copy of this book?
It is easy.  All you need to do is comment on this blog post for a chance to win.

How to enter:

Please leave a separate comment for each entry

Entry #1 --Tell me the last book that you read or your favorite book

Entry #2 --Become a follower of Jen's Stamp World through Google Friend Connect--look on the right side column at the top to join.  If you are already a follower let me know!

I have been having problems with spam comments so if you leave a comment and it doesn't show up right away, don't worry! I have to approve the comment and then it will show up.

This giveaway will end at 10:00 p.m. PST on Sunday, February 10, 2013. I will select ONE winner using Random.org.  Winner will be announced on this blog and will have 48 hours to e-mail me their address. Please leave me a way to contact you by e-mail if you want me to inform you that you have won.

  
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one of more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."