My Weekly Bookishness ~ 12/8/2023

All things bookish!

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What I Read:

I haven't finished a book in a LONG time.  I have been reading my daily devotional which will be completed on December 31st.  I've also been reading one chapter of Luke each day during December as a count-up to Christmas.

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What I'm Reading:

Blurb:

No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving—every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.

If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem is your system. Bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change. You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here, you'll get a proven system that can take you to new heights.

Clear is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. Here, he draws on the most proven ideas from biology, psychology, and neuroscience to create an easy-to-understand guide for making good habits inevitable and bad habits impossible. Along the way, readers will be inspired and entertained with true stories from Olympic gold medalists, award-winning artists, business leaders, life-saving physicians, and star comedians who have used the science of small habits to master their craft and vault to the top of their field.

Learn how to:
- Make time for new habits (even when life gets crazy);
- Overcome a lack of motivation and willpower;
- Design your environment to make success easier;
- Get back on track when you fall off course;
...and much more.

Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and success, and give you the tools and strategies you need to transform your habits--whether you are a team looking to win a championship, an organization hoping to redefine an industry, or simply an individual who wishes to quit smoking, lose weight, reduce stress, or achieve any other goal.

First Lines:

On the final day of my sophomore year of high school, I was hit in the face with a baseball bat.

56%/Page 56

If you have ever wondered, "Why don't I do what I say I'm going to do?

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What I'll (Probably) Read Next:

Blurb:

Many Christian women find great encouragement and joy in and through women's Bible studies. However, popular Bible teacher Jen Wilkin is concerned that sometimes we let our emotions rule our study of Scripture and forget that the Bible is primarily about God, not us. Challenging hungry women to go deeper in their study of Scripture, this book will help you refocus your efforts on feeding your mind first and foremost. Whether you're young or old, married or single, this accessible volume will energize and equip you for Bible study aimed at transforming both the heart and mind.

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Book Haul:

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Book Blogger Hop:

Q.  Where do you like to read the most? (submitted by Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer)

A. I usually either read on/in my bed or at my desk.  In the summer months, I also like to read while sitting on my porch swing.  Reading beside the lake is also a favorite spot.

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Bookishly Yours,

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My Weekly Bookishness ~ 9/03/2021

All things bookish!

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Hear ye!  Hear ye!

I'm starting a Monthly Book Club linkup.

September 2021's post can be found HERE!!!

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What I Read:

You can read my REVIEW HERE!

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What I'm Reading:

Blurb:

A new book by the author of Real Life Organizing and Cluttered Mess to Organized Success Workbook 

Fans of The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up and Spark Joy by Marie Kondo and The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin will love The Clutter Connection by organization expert Cassandra Aarssen.

An organization book for diverse habits: “You’re not messy, you just organize differently”. The Clutter Connection examines and explains the correlation between brain types and how they directly relate to organization and clutter. Cassandra Aarssen smashes the stereo–type that some people are “naturally messy” and offers readers insight and real-life solutions based on their unique personal organizing style. The Clutter Connection will help you get organized, be more productive and finally understand the why behind your clutter.

Individualized real life organizing: Organizing isn’t one size fits all. Let go of the preconceived and conventional notions of what organization looks like and finally discover what Clutterbug you are. With self-awareness comes happiness, personal growth and lasting change.

The Clutter Connection examines:

The four different organizing styles and how they relate to each other How motivation and happiness can be directly affected by our space The “3P’s” - Productivity, procrastination and perfectionism and how they are connected to your unique organizing style How you can finally become clutter-free simply by knowing yourself better

Know your habits and declutter your space

First Lines:

Have you ever wondered why your children just can't seem to put their toys away "right" or why your husband doesn't put his dirty clothes in the hamper, no matter how often you remind him?

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Bob's dirty clothes were piled in a corner of his bedroom, so that is exactly where I put a large laundry basket.

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What I'll (Probably) Read Next:

Blurb:

Nothing could get her home…but this.

Cassidy Leblanc worked hard to shake off her tragic childhood. As a foster child with a mother in prison for murder, she was an outcast in her small New Hampshire town until she met James. But she and James’s sister, whom she was babysitting, were kidnapped. She escaped, but Hallie didn’t survive, and everybody assumed Cassidy killed her. Like mother, like daughter, after all. With public opinion and the authorities united against her, young Cassidy fled. Now, a decade later, another little girl has been kidnapped, and Cassidy may be the only person who can find her.

He doesn’t know who to trust.

James Sullivan never believed that Cassidy killed his sister, no matter what the authorities said. When his best friend’s daughter goes missing a decade after Hallie's murder, James keeps his opinions on the matter to himself. But when he finds Cassidy sneaking around his property, his thoughts turn dark. If she’s not behind the recent kidnapping, what is she doing back in Coventry? Her answer—that she’s returned to find little Ella, and she needs his help—has him reeling. Can he trust Cassidy, despite what the police tell him? If there’s any chance he can save Ella, he has to try.

Danger lurks on the mountain.

Together, they search for the elusive cave where Cassidy and Hallie were taken, but somebody will stop at nothing to make sure they don’t find it or, if they do, that they don’t come out alive.

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Book Haul:

  

My daughter's haul:

 

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Book Blogger Hop:

Q.  What do you use for a bookmark? A real one or something else? (submitted by Elizabeth @ Silver's Reviews) 

A. On my Kindle (needless-to-say) I use and electronic bookmark.  When reading a paperback, I use a real bookmark that my daughter bought me.  It says "Let your dreams take flight." and has trees and butterflies.  I love bookmarks and it makes me a bit sad that I can't use them while reading on my Kindle...

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Bookishly Yours,

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 The Sunday Post, Sunday Salon,  Mailbox Monday

First Lines Friday, 56 and BBH ~ 6/5/20

Today's "First Lines" and "56" are from:

First Lines

"Murder and vacation do not go together!"

 Page 56

The doors swung open, and David emerged with Hannah at his side.  Her eyes were narrowed and tight, holding all the stress she'd been under.

 Q.  What is your favorite bookish podcast? (You can list more than one!) What do you like most about it? (submitted by Tabatha @ Broken Soul Reviews)

 A.  I have to say that I don't listen to any bookish podcasts.  I'll be interested in reading others' answers and getting some recommendations!

Colletta 

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First Lines Friday, 56 and BBH ~ 5/29/20

Today's "First Lines" and "56" are from:

First Lines

A high-pitched wail reverberated through the grocery store, loud enough to shatter glass.

 Page 56

She shook her head.  "let's not talk about it now.  We're fine.  I promise.  There's just a lot going on."

 Q.  What social media sites do you visit? Please leave your links so we can follow. (submitted by Elizabeth @ Silver's Reviews)

 A.  Mostly I'm on my blog.  My facebook and instagrams are linked in my heading.  I'm also on goodreads.

Colletta 

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First Lines Friday, 56 and BBH ~ 5/22/20

Today's "First Lines" and "56" are from:

First Lines

Candace McLachlan stuck her arm out of the truck window and leaned back against the headrest with a sigh.  "No other part of the country is more beautiful than Montana."

 Page 56

"I don't think Ray wants or needs to talk to you."  Sarah turned to look at him for confirmation, but he couldn't move.  He couldn't breathe.

 Q.  If you own an eBook, would you also purchase a print copy as well? (submitted by Tabatha @ Broken Soul Reviews)

 A.  No.  I don't reread books so there would be no point in purchasing a print copy of a book I've already read.  When I read a print book, I pass it on to a fellow book lover and don't look back :)

Colletta 

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First Lines Friday, 56 and BBH ~ 5/15/20

Today's "First Lines" and "56" are from:

First Lines

Giulia stood in the center of the lane and watched the carriage bound away down the pocked road, jarring the passengers seated on top of the swaying conveyance.

 Page 56

"Fetch Robert?"  Jack looked incredulous.  "You want me to fetch an earl?"

 Q.  As a book blogger yourself, what was the last book you read as a result of a fellow blogger's post? (submitted by Flora @ Flora's Musings...)

 A.  This is a really good question.  I love reading reviews of favorite genres and then putting those books on my wish list.  However, I can't say for certain what the last book I read as a result of a fellow blogger's post was.  Maybe "Knox" by Susan May Warren as I was seeing the reviews for the "Montana Marshalls" series everywhere and they sounded really good.

Colletta 

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