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Tempt (Cloverleigh Farms Next Generation Book 4) ★★★★★

2023-04-19T12:23:00.002-07:00

Tempt (Cloverleigh Farms Next Generation Book 4)

By: Melanie Harlow

Pub:November 21, 2022

Format: Digital

Note: I did purchase this book with my own money to read and enjoy for my own pleasure.

Description:

You’ve heard the story about the wedding planner who falls for the groom?

Well, this is the one where she falls for his father.

And that groom? He’s my ex.

I didn’t realize who the gruff, gorgeous older man was the night he rescued me from a creep in a Manhattan hotel. All I knew was that a hot, bearded stranger with a protective streak showed up right when I needed a reminder that real gentlemen still exist.

(Although he left his manners behind after asking me up to his room.)

It was the hottest night of my life, but I never thought I’d see the former Navy SEAL again.

Imagine my surprise at the rehearsal dinner one week later, when my handsome stranger is introduced as the father of the groom. Even more surprising? What we felt in New York was no fluke.

In public, we pretend there’s nothing between us.

In private, we can’t keep our hands off each other.

The situation is beyond complicated. Zach never even knew he’d fathered a child until recently, and he wants to earn his son’s trust and respect. As for me, I’m looking for a man who wants to start a family, and Zach has made it clear he’s not that man. He’s older, newly divorced, and he lives across the country.

But no matter how many times we draw the line, we keep crossing it.

Nothing so wrong should ever feel so right.

My Thoughts:

I loved it!! I honestly could not put it down. I did finish it in one day but it was so worth it!! There was drama and chaos going on but I was there for it! I am the type of person that enjoys books where I can yell or scream at the characters as I read and this was one of those books for me. This was the first SPICY book I have read and it will not be the last!!! new section coming to the blog!! overall loved the story.

My Rating: ★★★★★ Must have

June 9, 2018

2018-06-14T02:54:00.001-07:00

10AM

It’s my mom’s birthday and I feel like crap. My head feels like it’s gonna explode!! I don’t know what is going on with me. My arms are killing me and my bones. My mom is going to make fish tacos so I should stop stalling and shower and get things ready for tonight. Let’s hope my head doesn’t blow…

Day 9: a song you can dance to

( I don’t dance)

10PM

So moms dinner went good except for the crying baby and my head almost exploding. Patty and the bestie came over with my babies and the tubby got his face smashed into the cake. I think it was the highlight of my day. Church tomorrow and I gotta see if my mom could drop me off early. I should go to bed as soon as these kids leave. I need the rest.

June 8, 2018

2018-06-14T02:52:00.000-07:00

10AM

So one kid shows up at 6am and I couldn’t wake up so my mom had to greet him and let him into the house. At about 8am is when I woke up and waited for my babies to show up since I was watching them today and not their usual sitter. Also, in a couple of hours the other two will arrive. I am looking at a full day with kids. We’ll see how today goes. I think we’re going to church later but not sure.

30 Day Song Challenge

Day 8: A song that you know all the words to

Perro Viejo by Juanes

10PM

So, all but two kids have left. I was not able to go to church because my babies were picked up late and I was not gonna make it on time for anything. I haven’t cried today which I count as a victory at least in this last week. I honestly do not know why I feel like this. At this point I know it isn’t about that lady. I don’t know why I’m depressed. I guess I should be happy that I haven’t had any thoughts about just being dead. I still can’t help but feel weird. I hope it goes away soon but luckily I can always turn to my first love which is music.

June 7, 2018

2018-06-14T02:50:00.000-07:00

10 AM

Currently I have to get ready for knott’s and for some reason I am not feeling so well. I will prolly take an ibuprofen and see how I do. I have my ear buds packed and some other stuff that I know I will need. I only hope that the kids are not in a bad mood and that it isn’t too hot because I will die!! Well gtg see you at 10PM

30 Day Song Challenge

Day 7: A song that reminds you of an event

Bendecido by Juanes

1AM

So we made it home kinda late and after trying to relax a bit I decided to write. I should be asleep because I’ll have 5 kids tomorrow and I know that I will be tired!! So today wasn’t as bad. The only kid that was having tantrums was Emanuel because he didn’t want to wait in line. The baby was fussy too but she’s a baby so it is expected. I’m tired and hopefully I don’t die tomorrow. I still feel kinda poopy. It doesn’t seem to go away.

June 6, 2018

2018-06-11T23:25:00.001-07:00

10AM

So i've been chillin for most of the day with nothing to do. I bought the tickets for Knott's tomorrow. I have almost everything ready for tomorrow. Luckily I don't inject tomorrow so I don't have to take any medication. We are leaving after prayer so I know it'll be hot.

30 Day Song Challenge

Day 6: A song that reminds you of somewhere

Moves like Jagger by Maroon 5

10PM

Not much happened. I stayed home all day and did nothing except cook dinner and hang out by myself. I lied!! I did an inventory of all my stuff for my etsy store which I need to put up!! I hope to do it soon. just gonna rest for tomorrow!!!

Neuro time!!! June 5, 2018

2018-06-11T23:15:00.000-07:00

10AM

Currently on my way to my Neurology appointment with Lynsey!! Lynsey is the one who gave me my MS diagnosis, I may write about that on here eventually just to give an update on life, since she's the MS specialist I get to see her again this year just for an update. We'll see how my brain is doing. excited and nervous about this appointment since she'll have my MRI results.

30 Day Song Challenge

Day 5: A song that reminds you of someone

My Lighthouse by Rend Collective

10PM

Well after neuro we went to eat at Emanuel's house and planned out to go to Knott's on Thursday instead. I went to church and today's lesson without planning was about being attacked by people but being sure of who you are and that God also knows you. I definitely believe that God has been talking to me lately. My brain is ok. My lesions seem to be getting smaller which is good. Yay!!

June 4, 2018

2018-06-11T22:57:00.001-07:00

10AM

Since I haven't been feeling all that great I missed when Abel showed up. I still feel sluggish but I know that I need to get over it. Imma have my coffee and just try not to think of anything. I want to clear my mind.

30 Day Song Challenge

Day 4: A song that makes you sad

Some spanish song always made me cry I don't know the name tho.

10PM

Pretty chill day, kinda! Planning a trip to Knotts for Wednesday! Hopefully it's fun but if not I'm taking headphones to block people out. I'm really not a people person but no one seems to understand that. Still bummed but hoping it gets better. Neuro tomorrow!!!

June, 3, 2018

2018-06-11T22:48:00.000-07:00

10AM

Currently in sunday school class not feeling so poopy but still poopy enough to be uncomfortable. I may continue to write later as my time here continues. I can say that so far two people have said exactly what my momma has told me all yesterday. is it a coincidence that we are talking about emotions today in class?

30 Day Song Challenge

Day 3: Song that makes you happy

Novocaine by Fall Out Boy

10PM

I talked to pastor after service and we both cried. He basically confirmed what others have said "to retain what God had for me and push aside what isn't for me." I feel better but I'm still hurt and embarrassed but slightly better. still sad but i can smile now. Neuro in the week!!!

June 2, 2018

2018-06-10T00:24:00.001-07:00

10AM
I woke up still feeling like poop. I woke up crying about last night. I know I need to talk to pastor about what happened. I've never cursed anyone so I don't know where that came from.
Currently

Eating: nada
Drinking: nada
Watching: Coco
Listening: Coco
Reading: nada

30 DAY SONG CHALLENGE
Day 2: least favorite song

Anything norteño or banda or mariachi

10PM
I talked to mom about Friday some more and I still feel bad but not as bad. Pastor may give me a ride to church tomorrow so we'll see how that goes.

OH!!! I CUT MY HAIR!!!!

June 1, 2018

2018-06-06T22:27:00.001-07:00

10AM:

Lately I have been depressed. i know it started a few days ago and it has gotten worse. At times I don't want to live. I'm not suicidal it's just that if I didn't wake up it wouldn't be a bad thing. I think I need to see Eric again.

Currently:

eating: nothing

drinking: cold coffee
watching: nothing
listening to: Juanes
reading: nothing

30 DAY SONG CHALLENGE

DAY 1: Your favorite song

Kill You or The Way I Am - Eminem!!!

1AM:

So I don't know what to say. I went to church tonight only to be prayed for and be told by a lady that i have cursed people AND made me feel like I have a demon inside. i don't just feel sad and depressed but nowI'm hurt and embarrassed. she didn't say those things in my ear on that personal level but into the microphone so everyone could hear. I think I will cry myself to sleep.

I am back!!!

2018-06-06T20:18:00.001-07:00

Okay, so for thelongest time I have wanted to turn this blog into a blog about my life and I really think that now is that time. So from now on every entry that goes into this blog will be my journal entries from everything going on in my life (all the highs and the lows). Yes, you will read everything I vent out!

Now to begin the transferring of my journal entries!!!!

Sexual Revolution ★★★★★

2016-09-27T23:01:00.002-07:00

Sexual Revolution

By: Kris Vallotton

Pub: Aug. 1, 2009

Format: Paperback

Note: I did not purchase this book it was a gift from my old youth pastor.

Description:

(Formerly titled Purity) The world is ready for another sexual revolution! People worldwide are crying out for a sexual revolution! Counter to the sexual revolution of the 1960s, this revolution values virginity and honors marriage. This revolution sees perversion as sin not an acceptable post-modern mindset. Young adults, teens, fathers, mothers, and grandparents want to shake off the slime of depravity and the bondage of religion, and enter into the joy of passionate purity. This book takes a non-religious, gut-honest, fresh look at a subject as old as Adam and Eve.The wisdom within helps you and those you love emerge from the mire with your trophy of purity intact so you can present it to your lover on your honeymoon. While some nations seem to live in a perpetual orgy, and religion relegates the masses to sexual prison, people need to know they can overcome the power of peer pressure and push back the cesspool of distorted cultural values.You can take a vow of Purity today you will never regret the decision!

My thoughts:

I loved this book!! During high school and the beginning of college I went through a phase where I wanted to help or talk to Young Mothers. This book is mainly about premarital sex and the goal to remain pure until marriage. The description of the book says it takes a non-religious look at purity and for the most part that is true, now that doesn't mean the God is not mentioned in the book its just not shoving the Bible in your face. I will say that when I read this book for the first time the first two chapters made me cry, now I do cry easily but it was such a touching story that I couldn't help it. I really enjoyed this book and I have read it multiple times. I honestly think it's a great book for Christian parents to own to start the talk with their kids. I recall being told about abstinence when I was younger and when I was in Missionettes in the Girls Only group (high school group) we went into it a little deeper. In the world where celebrities are idolized it's hard for a young person to hold to the beliefs being taught to them. I have a close friend who was never really religious and I remember we've had this conversation in particular as to why wait until marriage to have sex, I explained my viewpoint and what she said next took me by surprise. She said that she wished someone had told her to wait and that God wanted you to wait but because she was raised without biblical teaching and I say biblical teaching because she was raised knowing that their is a God and to pray to him when things aren't going well.

My Rating:★★★★★ Must Have

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Linkin Park - Hybrid Theory

2016-03-16T16:34:00.000-07:00

A few days ago I was on Facebook and read that Linkin Park teamed up with Google Play and were offering their first album Hybrid Theory for free!! I got it for free. Everyone should check it out because it is an amazing album. Go and get it before it is too late!!!

Crochet One-Skein Wonders® for Babies - ★★★★

2016-03-16T16:16:00.000-07:00

Crochet One-Skein Wonders® for Babies

By: Judith Durant, Edie Eckman

Pub: May 03, 2016

Format: Digital

Note: I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Description:
Irresistible! This collection of 101 projects makes it easy and fun to crochet adorable clothes, toys, and accessories for the babies and toddlers you love. Each project uses just one skein of yarn, many take just a few hours to complete, and plenty are suitable for beginners. Hats and caps, bootees and socks, mitts, dresses, tops and bottoms -- plus blankets, bibs, soft toys, bottle cozies, diaper bags, and more -- there's something here for every baby! These original patterns were contributed by 54 designers around the world, and each one comes with complete instructions, charts, schematics, and beautiful photographs.

My Thoughts:
I took the time to read every pattern in this book and as a crochet beginner most of the patterns seem very easy to understand and complete. Each pattern gives the materials need to complete the project. Currently I am going to start a baby toy for my nephew with an adorable pattern I found in the book. This book is specifically for babies and infants, though one or two patterns do have some sizing for older children. Also, the book includes explanation on certain stitches and techniques needed throughout the book. I really enjoyed looking through this book and learning about different projects to crochet. I would definitely recommend this book for someone who wants to crochet different projects for babies.

My Rating: ★★★★ Great

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The Bow - Color corrected - The Daily Ritual

2016-02-24T08:58:00.001-08:00

This was a project for my Digital Video Production I class at GCU.

Surviving Haley - ★★★★★

2016-02-11T13:32:00.000-08:00

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Surviving Haley

By: Brenda Baker

Pub: Nov. 6, 2015

Format: Digital

Note: I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Description:

Lauren Werthman struggles with guilt and depression. Even moving to another state and into a new home doesn't help her overcome the life-altering aftermath of losing her sister. Memories of the tragic accident reverberate through her life as her family tries to cope, but Lauren's life spirals out of control. Her mother criticizes her choices every day, her father continues to work later and later, and people at her new school seem to know the family secret. Lauren binge-eats, has nightmares, and doubts the existence of a God Who didn't intervene to prevent the senseless tragedy. As Lauren's family and friends work through the pain and guilt, will they find that even though the void will always remain, the power of forgiveness brings peace and hope and a bright future, or will Lauren forever be lost to the pain and guilt?

My Thoughts:

Surviving Haley was an awesome book. I was hooked as soon as I read the first page. I do wish it had been longer and that perhaps there was some closer at the end but overall this was a great book. I would recommend this book for teens and young adults, especially Christian teens. I fell in love with Jonah and wished I had a friend like him in high school. Jonah is the perfect example that Christians are not perfect and that every day they try and live the way God wants them to. I would love to buy this book and give it out to the youth at my church.

My Rating: ★★★★★ Must have

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The Snow Queen - ★★★★★

2016-02-11T13:02:00.001-08:00

The Snow Queen

By: Hans Christian Anderson (translated to English by Misha Hoekstra)

Pub: June 7, 2016 (originally published in 1844)

Format: Digital

Note: I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Description:
When Kay is cursed by a magic mirror, he can no longer perceive goodness in anything - not his best friend Gerda, nor the roses in the garden. One wintery evening, he is kidnapped by the wicked Snow Queen and swept away to live for ever in her kingdom of ice.

Friendless and shoe-less, Gerda must travel through inhospitable lands, with only crows to guide her and bandits for company, in order to find her beloved friend. And when she gets there, how will she melt the ice in his heart?

Nearly two centuries after its first publication, The Snow Queen endures as a tale of love and loss, good and evil, and loyalty in the face of great hardships.

My thoughts:

I had heard about The Snow Queen and had not read it until now. I was surprised that the main character of the book is not the Snow Queen but a girl named Gerda and her quest to find her friend Kai. I had no idea that this was a children’s book, I absolutely loved it. The main thing that made me love this book is that it is Christian based. It begins with the Devil and his mirror and as the story unfolds at the end Gerda is seeking God to protect her. One of my favorite lines would have to be. “I can’t give the girl more power than she already has! Can’t you see how powerful she is?” Gerda is a powerful girl, she manages to go off on her own to look for Kai and along the way she makes new friends that help her out. I would definitely recommend this book to people of all ages. I know I will be reading this story to my nephew.

My Rating: ★★★★★ Must have

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Reviewer - NetGalley

2016-02-01T23:40:00.000-08:00

So recently (yesterday) I came across NetGalley and I decided to make an account and become a reviewer!! This is pretty exciting because I love to read and now I hopefully will be reading and submitting my complete and honest opinion on books for publishers. I have already been approved for one book, stay tuned for that review!!!

♥Daisy

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The Girl On The Train ★★★

2016-01-30T17:34:00.000-08:00

Okay, where do I start with this book?? I had read so many reviews on this book and it was a winner for Best Mystery or Thriller on Goodreads, so of course I wanted to read it. I found it on an Instagram bookshop and bought it. Thank You @nightowlbookshop!! You can check out her shop, she has a pretty good selection of books.

So I finally got around to reading this book and I was so disappointed. I wanted to love this book, I really really did! I just couldn't get over how much of a mess Rachel was. Like I had mentioned earlier in a previous post, when I get into a book I really get into it so as I continued to read this book I found myself actually getting mad at Rachel and actually yelling at her (not even joking).

I gave this book a 3 on my scale. The story was good but for me (and this is just my opinion) it was not Best Mystery or Thriller worthy. I'm sorry. I did like that it is written in somewhat of a daily journal entry or recap of the day. There were 3 points of view going on at the same time and I would think that it would be a bit challenging to keep up but it wasn't. Without getting much into it, Rachel takes the train everyday and everyday she passes by a house that she loves. It is owned by a couple "Jess and Jason" and she watches every morning that they have breakfast out on the terrace and eventually feels like she knows their whole life. One day everything changes when she sees something and she eventually decides to tell the police. The next thing she knows she's very much involved in an investigation. Rachel has some serious issues she needs to deal with but (dear Lord) she doesn't seem to want to get herself together. Overall, I liked the book but I did not Love it like I wanted to.

Would I recommend it? I would only because it was an interesting story and if you could get over the fact that Rachel is a (very) Hot Mess then this could be a good book for you.

♥Daisy

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Killer Instinct ★★★★★

2016-01-28T01:31:00.001-08:00

I am obsessed, well I wouldn't call it an obsession more like I'm really into serial killers. I do not know why but I like learning about them. So when I read the summary about Killer Instinct I was like YESS this is a book I will enjoy because it's all me.

Okay so this book is about a girl named Lane who is (and she is) obsessed with serial killers. The creepy part is that she has some sort of urges herself!! She is still in high school and in her spare time goes down to the court and listens to cases.

I do not want to spoil anything so I'll try to be brief. There is a serial killer close to home and Lane somehow ends up caught up in this big web, there are family secrets that come out and there may be some sexual situations. I will say that Lane is definitely a complicated character 100% but I liked her. I want to say that I relate to her with learning about serial killers but that is about it.

I give this book a 5, I enjoyed it from beginning to end. Though I will say that I did think the ending needed a bit more of tying up loose ends but I am hoping that we get some explanation in Killer Within which is the sequel to Killer Instinct. The book is a bit on the short side, I managed to finish it in a day (my friend ended up getting mad at me because I didn't make conversation at dinner because I was reading). As I read I kept gasping because as I read I tried to figure out who the serial killer was and every time I chose a character there was a twist and I was wrong. Definitely a must read if you enjoy reading about serial killers or just like thrillers!!

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Ender's Game ★★★★

2016-01-28T00:12:00.000-08:00

First book review/thoughts, woohoo!! So I finally got around to reading this book and I loved it. When I first started reading it I could not put it down. Okay there is something you all should know about me. When it comes to certain books that have been adapted to film I can't just go out and watch the movie, I have to read the book first (this only applies to certain books).

With Ender's Game, I became attached to Ender, I loved him. In all honesty there was were a couple of times where I actually cried as I read this book (I know I sound crazy but it's true). I don't want to spoil anything for anyone but I know that this book has received many mixed reviews. Most of them are because of the author's personal viewpoint about gender or whatnot, while others have been about the pace of the book.

When it comes to the pace of the book it does start off fast in the beginning and it seems to slow down (drastically) toward the middle and it does pick up again at the end. For me the pace was not so bad because overall I did enjoy the story. I was rooting for Ender all the way.

Overall I think I would give this book a 4 - 4.5. The pacing did affect it a bit with the long middle section, though I did like that we got to know a bit more of Peter and Valentine. I think what really did it for me to make this book one of my favorites would be Ender. Even though he was being pushed to his breaking point, he kept going and although he had a few obstacles (for the lack of a better word) he still kept going, plus the kid was a genius! I do recommend this book because it is a must read at least once in your life or maybe just attempt to. Now I can officially watch the movie!

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Reading Challenge 2016 (With Progress Update)

2016-01-27T01:50:00.001-08:00

Okay, so this year I had set a goal of reading 40 books this year but realistically speaking that may not be possible so I have brought that number down to 30. Now, 30 is still pretty high but I can manage and if I happen to go over my goal then all the better. So here we go with my 30 books of the year in no specific order.

Harry Potter series (7 books)
Divergent series (4 books)
Janie Johnson series (4 books, read first 2 last year)
Anna series (Anna dressed in blood, 2 books)
Ender's Game
The Girl on the Train
Killer Within
Killer Instinct
The Giver Quartet (4 books)
If I Stay
Where She Went
The Alchemist
Gone Girl
The Hunger Games series (3 books)

Now, so far, according to my count I am over 30 books. My goal is to read 30 books and go over that. Some of these books I am reading for the second or third time but majority of them are new to me which is exciting. I shall keep you updated on my progress and possibly review them as I finish.

Today is January 27, 2016 and so far I have finished 3 books. Meaning that I am at 10%. So, Which books did I read? Drum roll please!!! (Drumming)

Ender's Game
Killer Instinct
The Girl On The Train
The voice on the Radio
What Janie found
What Janie saw (eBook)

I hope I can continue to update you as I finish the books!! (crosses fingers!) Please stay tuned for my opinions on these books!!

That is all for now.

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Hi! My name is (what?) My name is (who?)

2016-01-03T22:35:00.000-08:00

Hi! My name is Daisy and welcome to my blog!! As you can tell, I hope that you can, I'm an Eminem fan. I basically wanted to introduce myself. My short little bio does not say much about who I really am so hopefully this will give you a bit more of the person I truly am.

First off, I am from California, born and raised, but I do hope to move to the East coast later in life. When it comes to my spare time I am usually either reading, crocheting, working with clay, making plushies out of felt, or watching movies. Arts and crafts are a big part of my life and so far everything I have tried I have been good at, As this new year has started I have set a goal for myself and that is to read 30 books by the end of the year. 25 of which will be new to me and 5 will not.

I am currently a full-time online student with Grand Canyon University. I am into my second year and cannot wait to graduate. My major is digital film with emphasis in production. I took a screenwriting class and immediately knew that writing was not for me. If you have ever taken a screenwriting class you know what I mean and if you haven't then look into it. I knew screenwriting was not for me because of all the rules that go into it. So my respects to all of you that do enjoy screenwriting!

On to the purpose of this blog. I wanted to document things that went on during this year, whether it be my reading challenge or my newest project. I also thought about reviewing books I read or movies I watch. This blog will serve as a window into my life or at least a glimpse into it.

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