Don't Judge this book by it's cover! The Time Garden: A Magical Journey and Coloring Book {review}

A dazzlingly beautiful coloring book for all ages, The Time Garden will sweep you away into a whimsical cuckoo clock–inspired world, created in intricate pen and ink by the internationally best-selling Korean artist Daria Song. 



Journey through the doors of a mysterious cuckoo clock into its inky innerworkings to discover a magical land of clock gears, rooftops, starry skies, and giant flying owls—all ready for you to customize with whatever colors you can dream up.



Cuckoo . . . cuckoo . . . cuckoo . . . When the clock strikes midnight, you’ll wonder, was it all a dream?





The Time Garden features extra-thick craft paper, ideal for non bleed-through coloring, and the jacketed cover with flaps is removable and colorable. Special gold-foil stamping on the cover and spine and a To/From page make it perfect for gifting to adults and kids alike.



Then, explore the magical world outside the clock through the eyes of a fairy in the sequel, The Time Chamber: A Magical Story and Coloring Book!

{Review}

"The Time Garden" is an amazing coloring book created with adults in mind.  This is not your little ones' coloring book!  A beautiful story of a young girl who follows a fairy through a magical clock into a brand new world.  Follow the story from page to page through amazing sketches by artist/author Daria Song.

This book would make a wonderful gift for older kids and adults alike.  It is such a fun and fanciful book with a fun story told through detailed and amazingly artistic sketches that are right there waiting for someone to come along and fill in some color.  All it takes is a little imagination and some sharpened colored pencils to create a whole fantastic world right at your fingertips.

In addition to the fun waiting on each page, coloring can be very relaxing for adults in our stress filled world.  This "Alice in Wonderland" type story combined with all the small detailed areas to color makes for a book that will keep someone occupied for hours and hours.  Don't worry, you don't have to complete each page in one day - it took me a total of 4 days off and on to finish a single page - I even invited my 11 year old budding artist to join me deciding on colors and design ideas and helping fill in much of the page.  It was fun quality time for just the two of us!



I highly recommend this book and others like it as gifts for friends, family or just for yourself!  Check it out -  you can purchase a copy through Amazon or find some in your local stores!

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. 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.”.

Finding Noah! Check it out in Theater's Oct. 8 #review

For over 2,000 years, man has been searching for the final resting place of
Noah's Ark.  Though there have been many attempts, few have been able to fully
explore the one place specifically noted in the Bible: Mount Ararat.  Located in
Eastern Turkey, Agri Dagh or "The Painful Mountain" is the tallest mountain in
the region and lies in the very center of a centuries old, geo-politically
unstable hot spot.  With constant threats of deadly rock slides, hidden
crevasses, and glacial ice falls, the Kurdish Rebel held mountain poses great
risk to any explorer, let alone those performing a thorough scientific
investigation.  

Join director/producer Brent Baum and the FINDING NOAH film crew as
they follow an expedition of intrepid explorers on a perilous trek up to Mt.
Ararat's desolate summit.  There, using state of the art technology and
real-time satellite imagery, this team of archeologists, scientists and
professional mountaineers will begin a grid work of exploration unlike any
before, hoping to finally resolve the age-old question:  did Noah and his Ark
actually exist?  

Shot in never-before filmed locations in the harshest of conditions, this
unprecedented feature-length documentary shows just how far men are willing to
go to discover the truth.  Narrated by Academy Award nominee Gary Sinise,
FINDING NOAH is more than a quest for answers, it is a testament of the
human spirit, where belief and the need for exploration transcend risk and
limitation.  

Genre: Documentary

Rating: NR 

Runtime: 116 minutes 

Release Date (ONE NIGHT ONLY): October 8

Review:

If you like documentaries on Biblical themes or have been curious about the questions surrounding Noah and his Ark, then this would be an interesting film for you to view.  I personally am not a big fan of documentaries but found myself engaged by the technology used to search Mt Ararat for Noah's Ark.  It was not would I would call "fun" but more of an intriguing film to watch.  Find out more online at: http://www.findingnoah.com/

Or check out the social media sites:  FACEBOOK   TWITTER    YOUTUBE
CHANNEL

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. 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.”.

CAPTIVE in theaters 9/18 ~ Will you be Watching? #followyourpurpose #flyby

We’ve all faced circumstances that have held us captive in some regard.

What has held you captive?

How did you find your purpose?  

Overview

CAPTIVE, based on a miraculous true story that drew the attention of
the entire nation, is a thrilling drama about the spiritual collision of two
broken lives.  When Brian Nichols - on the run as the subject of a city wide
manhunt and desperate to make contact with his newborn son - takes recovering
meth addict Ashley Smith hostage in her own apartment, she turns for guidance to
Rick Warren’s best-selling inspirational book, The Purpose Driven Life.  While
reading aloud, Ashley and her

would-be killer each face crossroads where despair
and death intersect hope.  

The movie stars David Oyelowo, who played Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in
the recent film, Selma.

Click HERE for a special greeting from David Oyelowo.

 WEBSITE  *  FACEBOOK  *  TWITTER 

 **  OFFICIAL MOVIE TRAILER  **

After watching the movie trailer I am anxious to see the full movie in the theaters!  I know it came out on September 18th but I have not yet had an opportunity to go see it.  I had heard of the original release of the book and the basic story, but never really put myself in Ashley's place.



Now that I've seen the trailer, I have wondered what I would have done in that same situation?  Would I have taken the chance to read aloud to a desperate stranger holding me at gunpoint?  Would I have the courage to share God's Love in the face of my fear?



Although I have not personally went through a situation like Ashley did, I have had circumstances in my life where I felt that I was held "captive" by the circumstances.  Only with God's help was I able to overcome the problems and continue living a life of Faith and Love.



I hope you also will take the time to go see Captive in the theater - or read the book for yourself.

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. 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.”.

World Play-Doh Day Giveaway ~ Come check it out!

Here is another fun Giveaway I found that my friend over at Tales from A Southern Mom is hosting.  Hope you enjoy!

 


 

 September 16 is World Play Doh day, its amazing that they have been around for almost 100 years!! Almost every kid I know loves to play with this marvelous modeling clay and most moms have had

to remove it from their carpets! It is one of those things that kids just love, and it keeps kids busy for hours at a time with their building forming. In order to celebrate World Play Doh Day, they are giving away to one lucky reader a Princess Royal Palace Play-Doh Playset!

 





 


 





 


 


 


 


 


 


 

1. The first play doh mascot was an elf, but it was a little creepish so they changed over time to the cute little boy you see now, and his name is Play Doh Pete


2. You can buy a perfume that smells like PlayDoh? I guess there is a scent for everyone!


3. PlayDoh was first made as a wallpaper cleaner, but it only came in one dull off white color, you removed dirt by rolling the PlayDoh over the wallpaper.


4. Red is the most popular color of PlayDoh today, and
   the original Play Doh was sold in one gallon cans in only 3 different colors, red, blue, yellow.


5. PlayDoh produced 100 million cans of the popular modeling clay a year!


6. 
   

Participating bloggers were not compensated and are not responsible for this giveaway.No purchase required to enter this giveaway and there is a limit of one entrant per household. Void where prohibited. All entries are optional. A new winner will be chosen if the original winner(s) has not responded within 48 hours of email notification. Tales From A Southern Mom is not responsible for shipment of the prize(s). Sponsor is responsible for all shipping this prize. This giveaway is not administered, sponsored, endorsed by, or associated with Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pinterest or other social media outlet. This is posted in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Any questions, email julie.talesfromasouthernmom@gmail.com


 


 


 

Muay Thai Training in Thailand – A Growing Travel Trend

Welcome to Mom Loves 2 Read.  Today I have a special Guest Post about an amazing over seas travel destination ~ Thailand!

Travelling in foreign countries for various purposes has started since the Middle Age. Today, thanks to the fast progress of technology, people have many different transportation options which make travelling much easier. This is the reason why the number of foreign tourists in every country is increasing every year. People want to travel abroad in order to learn more about some countries, to relax and enjoy the time spent there.  Of course, if they have the chance to improve their health while they are staying there, their trip will be even better. If you are interested in something like that, feel free to travel to Thailand.

Thailand is a truly amazing country and everyone that has visited this Asian kingdom can confirm

that. Endless white sandy beaches, unexplored nature, pleasant and friendly people, low prices on products and services and Muay Thai. Yes. That’s right. Muay Thai or Thai Boxing was invented in Thailand and this is still the best place to start with Muay Thai training.

Many people use the chance to be on an active holiday when they are in Thailand. Just think about it. When you are not training in the camp, you can enjoy the natural wonders of Thailand. This is certainly something that will boost your health. Muay Thai is a fitness activity and combat sport that can be practiced by men and women of all ages. It improves the strength of the muscles of all body parts, strengthens the core, increases muscle mass, improves mobility, stabilizes weight and blood pressure and helps the overall mental health. In addition, Muay Thai students will improve their confidence, esteem and discipline. In other words, this is a complete workout for the body.

As previously mentioned, the best place to start this fitness journey is Suwit Muay Thai . The camp is found in the tourist places in Thailand so you won’t have trouble finding one. Follow the instructions of the professional trainers who work there are you will notice how your body and mind are becoming stronger and healthier.



*Kit* 

Disclosure: Guest Post in collaboration with Kit from Suwit Muay Thai.  A small compensation was received for submission of this post. 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.”.

The Biggest Story ~ wonderful illustrations and imaginative story that brings us back to our beginning! #Review & #Giveaway

About the book:

Hardcover: 132 pages

Publisher: Crossway (August 31, 2015)



In The Biggest Story, Kevin DeYoung - a best-selling author and father of six - leads kids and parents alike on an exciting journey through the Bible, connecting the dots from the garden of Eden to Christ's death on the cross to the new heave and new earth.  



With powerful illustrations by award-winning artist Don Clark, this imaginative retelling of the Bible's core message-how the Snake Crusher brings us back to the garden-will

draw children into the biblical story, teaching them that God's promises are even bigger and better than we think.


WEBSITE  **  FACEBOOK  **  TWITTER  ** PURCHASE





Review:

Ask anyone who knows me, I LOVE children's books.  Each of my kiddos has their own personal library full of books just for them to read, reread and enjoy! Many of them I also have read as well.  I love finding new adventures for my kiddos to read that will engage their minds and intrigue their imaginations.


The Biggest Story: How The Snake Crusher Brings Us Back To The Garden is a wonderful children's book that helps children learn how the stories of the Bible connect to Scripture's  message about God's glorious plan to redeem his rebellious people.  Filled with amazing and artistic illustrations that will draw children (and adults) into the biblical story in a whole new way.  From Adam and Eve through Jesus (The Snake Crusher) Rising From the Grave, the story is told in a simple yet powerful way that children can easily understand.  With the final promise that He will one day return again to "make a new beginning and to finish what He started." 



At the end of the book is a section just for parents that explains more about this book and how this book came to be written.  My girls and I both love this book and I can't wait to start reading it to my nieces as well.  Recommended by this Mom and Blogger.

      

  

About Kevin DeYoung:

Kevin DeYoung is senior pastor at University Reformed Church in East Lansing, Michigan.  He blogs at the Gospel Coalition and has authored or coauthored numerous well-known books, including Just Do Something, The Hole in Our Holiness, Crazy Busy, and Taking God At His Word.  He lives with his wife and their 6 children in Central Michigan.

About Don Clark:

Don Clark is an artist and the cofounder of Invisible Creature, a widely respected and award-winning design studio in Seattle that has worked with clients such as Target, Nike, LEGO, and WIRED magazine.  He lives with his wife and their 3 children, 4 goats, 12 chickens, and 1 crazy dog on a farm just outside the city limits.

YEP - You guessed it - It's Giveaway Time Again!

You know how much I love to share new books and products with my readers - but even more, to offer one of you a FREE copy of this wonderful book!

Open to 18yrs and older - US and CANADA

void where prohibited.

Entry-Form

 Only one entrant per mailing
address, per giveaway. If you
have won a prize from our sponsor Propeller / FlyBy Promotions in the last 30
days, you are not eligible to win. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you
are not eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility
verification.”

"Disclosure (in accordance with the FTC’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”): Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC for providing this prize for the giveaway. Choice of winners and opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.

Ripley's Believe It or Not! #EyePoppingOddities ~ Check out these amazing and strangely fantastic facts from all over the world!

Eye-Popping Oddities is the latest addition to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! bestselling annual series.

All-new, bizarre, amazing, uncanny facts and feats! Readers will not believe what they’re reading, but each and every story has been verified 100 percent shocking, 100 percent incredible and 100 percent true! Whether Eye-Popping Oddities is the latest addition to a Ripley’s collection or a first-time purchase, readers of all ages will not be able to put this book down.

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Eye-Popping Oddities is an incredible collection of the weirdest and wackiest facts in the world. From strange traditions in far-off places to weird

collections from the town next door, this new Believe It or Not! title will amaze and astound everyone.  



Crystal clear photography and incredible facts will keep readers turning the pages, as every new fact is unbelievable, but verified to be true.  Short stories and astounding facts will keep children and adults alike entertained for hours, as there is always something new to discover!

Review:

With "Eye Popping" color photos and page after page of exciting and yes even gross stories, the Ripley's Believe It or Not: Eye Popping Oddities 2015 is a thrill to read.  I love finding books like this for my 14 yr old son.  He enjoys reading the strange facts over and over.  Getting him to read can often be a challenge but with Ripley's books it is easy and fun.  These great books make super gifts for birthdays and Christmas.



This year's issue even has my 10 year old daughter's favorite fish:  the blobfish - named world's ungliest animal.  With 10 chapters divided into categories such as World, Body, Animals, Pop Culture, Beyond Belief and other amazing stuff.  This year's annual Ripley's book is definitely a must read for those who love fun facts, amazing feats and strange oddities.


*It is easy to grab your copy of this fantastic book through Amazon (and yes it is also available for kindle - but I personally recommend the print edition!)

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review. Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. 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.”.