I've Been a Bit of a Slacker...

I'm sure some of you noticed I've been pretty absent from the blog-o-sphere in 2011.  I apologize to any of you who have been sitting on the edge of your seats biting your fingernails wondering what's happened to poor little 'ole me (insert sarcasm here).

I'm not exactly sure what happened to my blogginess this year, but I do know that this little break was good for me.  I decided some weeks ago to create a 'family' blog; we know that it will be a good way to keep our friends and family updated with photos, videos, and words once we're overseas.  Since I was working on that one, this blog kinda fell off the radar...but I'm not wanting to have a bazillion blogs aimed at different targeted interests, so two will be my limit.

I still plan on writing on this blog; hopefully my little slice of the world wide web will allow me to express my creativity...whatever little of that I may have left.  I'll keep doing book reviews, share some serious funny photos I find throughout the week, and of course continue to share delightful clips from various British television shows.  And oh yes, I think a face lift for this site is definitely in order, don't you think?

So stick with me folks, but if you're wanting some updates on what's going on our life, hop on over to our family blog: http://www.isaacandjenny.blogspot.com/

And for now, please enjoy the musical genius that is The Civil Wars.  I'm not kidding when I say genius: this duo ranks up there with Mumford & Sons, who as you will recall, are pretty near musical perfection.

Voices of the Faithful: Book 2

It's been quite some time since I reviewed a book for Thomas Nelson, but this book has got to be one of my favourites!  Voices of the Faithful: Book 2 is a compilation of daily devotions written by Christians serving around the globe.  The devotions are short- less than a page- and contain a focal Scripture and a short prayer at the end; there is a different devotion each day of the year (yes, there is even one for February 29th).

The stories told and the lessons shared throughout these pages are amazing; these are the people who have dedicated their lives to sharing the Good News with people around the world.  Some of the missionaries are working with unreached people groups, in hostile environments, in economically-deprived areas; some are working with the overchurched, in wealthy areas, and lands where cynicism abounds.  Regardless of where the missionaries live and serve, each and every one of them understands that the people with whom they work need Jesus- no matter their background, religion, or economic status.  Reading this devotional helps you to catch a glimpse of God's heart for the nations.  I highly recommend this devotional- use it personally, as a family, or in a small group!

It's also pretty awesome when one of your best friends has an entry in the book!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

A New Jane Eyre Movie

And even though there had been several Jane Eyre adaptations, I am most excited to see yet another one!