Casting Spells by Barbara Bretton

Not a very good picture of the book, but it as a fun read.   A fun story about a knit shop owner who just happens to live in a community of magical creatures. Her mom was a sorceress, but married a human.  She doesn't have powers until....... well, I don't want to spoil it for you. It was a fun quick read that I really enjoyed.  Wondering if they have a second one.

Modoc: The True Story of the Greatest Elephant that Ever Lived!!!

My Mom gave me this book for Christmas. For those of you who don't know me, I love elephants.  They are one of the most amazing animals.  -- This is a true story about one amazing Elephant and the boy who was born on the same day and same hour as her and they grew up together.    She saved many lives, did amazing things and truly loved.  It is a wonderful read.  I would recommend it to anyone!!!!!  Happy Reading!!!

Typhoon Mufia and Review on Forever

This last week we had a typhoon that kept us stuck inside for 3 days with 41 inches worth of rain, so what did I do?? Read a few books. :)  I started and finished Forever the third book in the Mercy Falls Series.  I enjoyed it, but since it is the last one in the series, I thought it was lacking in a proper ending.

I also enjoyed finishing the Friday Night Knitting Club : Knit Two, the second book in the series.  I love the characters and seeing how they moved on from their loss in the last book.  I don't want to give too much away, but it is 5 yrs after the end of the first book. Can't wait to read the Christmas one. :)

I also got a little bit of crocheting in while hanging with the hubby and kids watching movies during the storm.  We also made lots of yummy goodies, including our first try at Naan Bread. YUMMY!!!! 

The Goodbye Quilt by Susan Wiggs

I saw this and thought of my mom, she is an avid quilter that does amazing work.  Instead of buying a copy for 16 bucks, I headed to our base library and was amazed that they actually had it.  It is a quick read,  I enjoyed the story, but some of it was a bit repetitive for me.   I have never read any of her books, so I am not sure if it is just this book or all of them.  It was a fun read though.  Basically it is about a mother taking her daughter to college and the life chaning things that were happening to both of them. 

Beauty of Island living

I took a few pictures of this beautiful island while we were exploring this week.

What beautiful scenery for us to see!

It was a gorgeous day to be out and about!

I guess this shows you can take a beautiful picture with your crappy little camera.  Someday I will upgrade, but for now  this little ones does a wonderful job.

The Walk and Miles To Go By Richard Paul Evans

This new series by Richard Paul Evans kept me glued to the book and I can't wait for the next book to come out. A story of a man on a journey after he has lost everything.  The things that he incounters and the people he meets.  Well worth the read!!!!  Both of them.

Fourth Of July

I didn't get a chance to post on the Fourth of July, it was my husbands first day home from Afganistan.

We did however go to the 100 Yen store (like a dollar store in the states, but way better) and get ourselves some sparklers. (the base had done a huge fireworks display on the 2nd)

I love this shot of one o my sparklers.  I have to say that they are my favorite firework and I am fine with just having these.

Our two year old thought it was awesome and had a blast, as did the other three kids and the neighbor kids we had over. 

I want to say that I am so thankful for all the Men and Women who have served over the years for the freedom that we enjoy and for the real reason for the day of celebration.  I am thankful for my husbands service and even more grateful that he came home safely. 

I hope that everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July!