Brain Dump

I confess I enjoy watching a James Bond flick from time to time, usually when it's on television so it's a bit edited. Anywho, dear James Bond moviemakers, I love the rev of a pretty car's engine. Not so much when you demonstrate such a stupid mistake. Tesla's don't rev; they're electric, which means they're quiet. I know the movie is fantasy, but adding a rev to a Tesla takes me right out of the story. All serious tension is forever lost as I laugh out loud and roll my eyes and miss several scenes trying to get back into the story after such a ridiculous mistake. If you want a rev, then actually use a car capable of one. 

TBR

136.  A Light in the Window (A Stockingful of Joy) by Justine Dare (Davis) western romance with a Christmas miracle. I enjoy it each time I read it.

137. A Winter Night's Tale (Mistletoe Kisses) by Deborah Hale Regency romance novella. The caregiver side of the story warms my heart. I do skip the bedroom scene; a brief mention would have been enough as the details aren't necessary to the story.

138. A Twelfth Night Tale (Mistletoe Kisses) by Diane Gaston Regency romance novella. Heartwrenching with a lovely happily ever after.

139. A Soldier's Tale (Mistletoe Kisses) by Elizabeth Rolls Regency romance novella. Humorous and touching. I always enjoy rereading this tale.

140. Christmas Cinderella (A Sprinkling of Christmas Magic) by Elizabeth Rolls Regency romance novella. A follow up to the previous novella. The final bedroom scene isn't really necessary to the story but a required scene in secular romance novels by the publishing companies. I enjoy reading the rest of the story of Martindale's HEA. 

Music for the Holidays

...with some of my favorite songs that I listen to all year long...

The first one is simply totally fun.

All I want for Christmas by The Piano Guys

https://youtu.be/c16dH9QezyE 

Little Drummer Boy for King and Country

https://youtu.be/NzEX3QMuVPM 

 

Stille Nacht (Silent Night) by Manheim Steamroller on their Christmas album.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anv4FIQ4tbo 

Believe Again: O Come All Ye Faithful by David Osmond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aF__6qGtwSc 

Angels We Have Heard On High by The Piano Guys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrLoWt2tfqg 

Baby, What You Goin' to Be by Trinity HS Alumni Choir
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsoB7mmdmFg 

Mary, did you know? by Donny Osmond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtLCCrEVqPA 

Believe by Josh Grobin on the Polar Express album.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZ19mW-TMRk 

Merry Christmas Darling by the Carpenters.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YR1ujXx2p-I 

Silent Night by David Osmond 
https://youtu.be/PkVATabHBqc 

The Gift by Aselin Debison
https://youtu.be/YeQt6S2O0Qk 

Gentri's O Holy Night
https://youtu.be/g4fvMgNfN0I

A Soldier's Silent Night
https://youtu.be/e29nKH4DCFQ 

A Christmas dedication to our men and women in uniform. A Soldier's Silent Night was originally titled 'Merry Christmas My Friend' and written by Lance Corporal James M. Schmidt in 1987. 

Thank Goodness It's Sunday

~ Thanksgiving

~ Helpers

~ Family and Friends

~ Favorite authors

~ God's grace      

Brain Dump

Saw a cold/flu medication commercial where they celebrating being sick, taking the medication, and feeling well enough to go out on a date anyway. Sadly, people are just that thoughtless and inconsiderate. They want to do what they want regardless of the consequences. Absolutely no warnings about being contagious. Remember how everyone was isolated for a year because of being contagious? Insanity. Those who are healthy, please, go out and live your life. If you are sick, STAY HOME. Kindly do not share your illness with everyone. It's rude. It's also dangerous for those who are immune compromised. Never, ever scream about following the science again, because the drug companies are in it for the money. The more people sick, the more money they make. Not that I'm cynical or anything. pfft

Ready for Thanksgiving, tomorrow?

Celebrate with a story.

Giving Thanks

The eleventh novella in the series.

Welcome back to Holiday, USA, small town America, where nothing happens, except holidays... and a little romance, if the hero and heroine trust God.

Eight years ago, Michelle Bronson ran away. Returning Thanksgiving Eve will allow her to settle before anyone knows she's home. Accepting Jesus made her new, but the past won't stay buried. She's strong enough to face it. She must, if she wants to embrace life. Maybe assistant baker at Holiday Sweets is the open door she's seeking.

Theodore Williams III lived his life as Mr. Straight as an Arrow. He remembers Michelle, along with his harsh judgment of her, but she's not what he expected. The choice is his to hold to what he knew or to embrace the new. Perhaps God is opening a door to the future.

Placing God first opens doors never imagined...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071W5C2T6/ref=sr_1_1

If you prefer paperback, Holiday, USA Anthology 2016-17.

All four novellas, 9-12, are available in their entirety in paperback, including the covers on the back, for those who enjoy collecting a series.

http://a.co/5ETTtmt 

 

Giving Thanks quote

 Created by Donna Keevers Driver:

Thank Goodness It's Sunday

~ Blessed rain

~ Finally over my cold, mostly

~ Inspiring books

~ People willing to help

~ God's grace      

Brain Dump

Remember the so-called grassroots "No Kings" protests? Turns out they were more astroturf than grassroots. You can't really call it grassroots if it's financed by George Soros groups, Bill Gates Foundation, Ford Foundation, Rockefeller Foundation, unions, and communists, not to mention Riot Inc. Really. For the record, we haven't had a king since 1776. Just because you don't like the current administration doesn't mean they are acting like a king. Might want to look up what kings actually do and note that isn't being done. Case in point, you were allowed to protest; the king you say is in power wouldn't have let that happen. And just because you don't like the Constitution being followed doesn't mean it's king-like behavior. Ya'll really need to learn what fascism really is because that finger ya'll are pointing leaves a few pointing back at you. Wanting to silence others and advocating for the death of those you disagree with is the very definition of fascism. 

TBR

131.  A Ghost of a Chance by Donna Hatch "a haunting All Hallow's Eve regency romance. Paranormal is not usually my choice of reading. This story is an exception. I bought the eformat, in case I didn't like it, but loved it so much I bought the paperback. I'm adding it to my annual October holiday reading list. Sweet, insightful, hopeful.

132. The Best Laid Plans (A Huntresses Novella) by Sarah M. Eden Regency romance. While this is listed as a stand alone story, it includes characters from other series. It was a fun read. Now I want to read the other series. Well played, Sarah M. Eden. Well played. 

133. Silos and Sabotage: Small Town Secrets (Cowboy Brand of Justice series Book 2) by Jo Grafford suspense romance. 

134. In His Steps by Charles M. Sheldon's story of Americans who pledge to ask themselves, before they do anything, "What would Jesus do?" and then do it. An opportunity for self-reflection and recommit myself to following their example in following Him.  

135. The Best Husband Money Can Buy (A Stockingful of Joy) by Mary Jo Putney Regency romance. My annual reading of Christmas stories started with this one. Both the hero and heroine are likable. I see bits of myself in both of them.

Thank Goodness It's Sunday

~ Church and waffles with family

~ Still leaving the door open

~ Dinner with friends

~ Gospel study with friends

~ God's grace