Book Review: What's He Really Thinking

"What's He Really Thinking?" How to be a Relational Genius with the Man in Your Life
by Paula Rinehart

If there's one universal in any woman's life it's this: she will always be relating to a man. Auther Paula Rinehart uses her more than twenty years of counseling experience along with in depth study and scientific research to help un-lock the age old mysteries of the male mind-set with her woman's field guide to the male psyche.

This book took me ages to read, but only because of the current season of my life and beautiful sunny weather outside. Rinehart uses scientific fact and biblical fact to clearly explain the differences between the genders, but she does not leave you with the feeling of reading a science textbook. After explaining the pure facts she moves into easy explanations, several examples and case studies. But she doesn't leave you hanging there. Rinehart also leaves you with many hints and tips on how to deal with these situations in your own life.

The book is very practical and extremely relevant no matter what your relational situation may be with the many men in your life. From dealing with a co-worker, brother, father to a husband all are covered. Even if you find yourself in a perfect marriage or with no issues with any other male this book will still prove helpful for you.

I recommend this book for anyone who has any interest in dealing with the opposite gender, as I said before whether or not you think you need advice. Also her book shares several insights into what makes a female tick versus a male so I would also recommend it to the men in our lives... although you may have to bribe them to get them to touch it! Defiantly an interesting read.

Book Review: Jesus Calling

Sarah Young for many years had been keeping a prayer journal of her own words to God. Inspired to become more attentive to the words of Jesus instead of her own she one day stopped writing her own words and listened. What she heard became the new mission of her prayer journal and soon became this extremely inspirational book.

Jesus calling is the collection of what Sarah Young heard from Jesus in response to her prayers. Each daily devotional is written in Jesus' words as Sarah heard them, and is bound in a convenient portable book.

The very first day I got this book I immediately flipped to the page for that day. I was blown away at how relevant the message was and how that was EXACTLY what I need to hear on that day. The same held true for everyday that followed. What was written hit the nail on the head every time.

Not only were the messages right on topic for me, but each one of the passages are beautifully written, highly inspirational and very moving. You truly get the feeling that these messages came from Jesus himself. And each day has a scripture passage to complete the package.

I would definitely recommend this book for anyone and everyone. It's not singled out for just one gender, age or lifestyle. The writings are easy to read yet direct, and leave you wanting to read on everyday.

April 27th, Daybook

FOR TODAY April 27, 2009

Outside my window... it's gloomy and getting ready to rain... but it is very welcomed.

I am thinking... about way to many to-do list!!!

I am thankful for... My husband and all he does for us.

From the learning rooms... today we'll continue our spring/rain/april projects

From the kitchen... if I get the house clean we might be making some cupcakes, or some bread. This week finds be truly disorganized!

I am wearing... I hate to admit it but I'm still in my pjs this morning!

I am creating... a clean house I hope! And I'm also working on a small knit blanket for my son.

I am going... crazy! Lol, our female dog is in heat, and our two males are screaming at the top of their lungs right now.

I am reading... Some book called "Bitten" I'll post the author later... right now I'm not to thrilled with the book.

I am hoping... To soon hear some good news from our agent, hopefully we'll soon be moving!

I am hearing... too much noise!! Everyone in my home is screaming!

Around the house... everything is in distress, but hopefully I'll get it back under control real soon.

One of my favorite things... today it's the fact that it is cloudy and gloomy out, such a great incentive to stay indoors and clean!

A few plans for the rest of the week: Again I'm so behind on everything and disorganized... so as of know it's just to get my act into gear!

Here is picture thought I am sharing...(add your picture here) I have a new computer so this one will have to come later!!!