Can't Hardly Wait.

No, I'm not talking about the 90's movie or anything even related to it.

What I am talking about ... is the release of two books I am eagerly anticipating.

The first happens to be released on February 2. Its the new Beth Moore book on Insecurity. I just have a feeling that I'm going to hear a good word on those pages.

I am borrowing this image from Amazon.
You can read more about it here.

And the Second is this.



Oh. My. Word. Doesn't that sound fantastic? (I know, its two books and I said I was excited about two books, but you understand what I meant).

I didn't even know it was coming out. But my blogging buddy, Brittney, posted about one of her other books recently, and I became curious as to whether Rivers had published anything that I had not yet heard about. And right there on the Francine Rivers webpage was information about this little jewel.

I love Francine Rivers. I think she is a blessed and talented writer. My favorite books ever are her Mark of the Lion Trilogy. They are seriously wonderful. And this guarantees to rival them. And you know what is even better? Ha!! It releases on my Spring Break. Thank you Lord! You definitely won't have to ask what I'll be doing for a few days that week.

Now, I ordinarily do not read much during the semester, but my schedule is a little backloaded this semester (in that most of my classes are on Thursdays and Fridays) and it feels like my weekends might just be a little lighter because of it (though the weekdays are not so exciting). And because of this, I have already had opportunity to read one full book.

I'm so looking forward to reading many more.

post. script. Brittney, I hope it is okay that I called you my blogging buddy! And the new Bound For Books layout is super adorable!

Reading List.

Seeing as I am on "winter" break as the school terms it (though it is still Christmas break in my heart), I decided I could try and catch up on some enjoyable reading. On my list:

Crazy Love--my husband's sis-in-law recommended it as she has been reading it recently. (Update: I started. Am enjoying. It is thought-provoking and insightful. Also: It is also something I can read a little at a time and come back too, which is good because there is a lot to digest inside of it.)

The Christmas Sweater--M & D said its a fantastic little story; and one that anyone can't relate to. I read the first two chapters during Thanksgiving... and it was definitely tempting while I was catching up on reading for school before finals. Anyway, it is what I will probably tackle first! (Update: Tackled. Enjoyed. Recommend. And... it won't take you very long). 

Yay! for a holly-day break. Christmas begins on the 25th and will be celebrated until the 6th of January (for Epiphany... when the Church celebrates the Wise Men's arrival to see the baby Jesus.  So even though commercialized America only celebrates tomorrow(the 24th) and the next day(the 25th), I am only beginning the festivities and feeling the joy in my heart!) ...which also probably explains why I, only today, got our Christmas card out! Our first one. :) Hopefully the recipients enjoy them.