I and my friend Nicky were watching the popular Nate decorating show last week and he surprised a young mother and her son with a house visit. The son lives in a small bedroom 6x9 inches and it was so clutter and no space to move and he was embarrass because his friends would make fun of it.. As usual by the end of the show Nate came to the rescue and set up a double bunk bed with hidden storage and wall shelves, opening up the space to look larger. When the show ended I and my friend Nicky got into a discussion about decorating her apartment. She decided to paint her apartment in different shades of blue. Now she is furnishing it but still need some items to complete it.
Due to a busy work schedule she needed a friendly company that was easy to communicate with and if she had any concerns after purchasing the products quick to response. So I pull out my laptop and together we went surfing and found this link http://www.become.com and typed in blue in the item bar; and some amazing items higher name products of blue came up and she was pleased with the response. I asked my friend, Nicky what was she looking for.
She said she need a ceiling light and would like a blue leather chair to place in her living room and if there is enough money left from her budget she would like a nice new pair of boots to wear with her date with her special guy for Valentine's Day to wear on their horse riding trip in the New Hampshire mountains. We did research and saw that over 104k Facebook Fans like the site so we trusted their reputation and they promised quick delivery.
In all it was a productive day and we enjoy surfing through this site and my friend was satisfied with her choices; she chose a beautiful lighting fixture: besa lighting wall sconce sky blue aqua http://www.become.com/blue-glass-sconce , a perfect blue leather chair http://www.become.com/blue-leather-chair and of course her horse riding boots; vince camuto bilco boot coal http://www.become.com/boots-coal. In all it was a good shopping day from the internet and the prices fit her budget and she was a happy camper. We were pleased with the experience and like the easy format to find many useful and luxury items at our fingertips.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012
Saturday, January 14, 2012
"SPELLBOUND BY FIRE" BY LAVIINIA THOMPSON
This book was a challenge, at first I was gripped by the sheer brutality in this story and my heart did not want to continue reading it. I had to break away from it due to a haunting past of my own journey with DV. I went to the back of the book to find out more about the author and get a better perspective about continuing this book, I realized it was from a young author who already had a book published and I read it in the past. One which touch my soul; it was a poetry book fill with cascading emotional poetry and stories which open the gates to critical and emotional thinking, stimulating to the mind. So I continue to read it with an objective mind for I realized the author was passion about domestic violence and writes to spread the message it robs an individual of their dignity and self-worth and no one should have to experience it.
She wrote her plot to include strong characters and the bonds they all have with each other and the interaction of their relationships in the midst of threats, danger, chaos and domestic violence in the royal times of kings and Queens. The kingdom is attacked and the new king is merciless. The story is set in the early witch days when women were alleging accused of real and fake criminal offenses to be arrested, tortured and burned at the stakes; horrific crime in itself. The author is very creative with her writing and has the witches targeted by the military of the Black Guards to become the prisoners of these soul less abusers who think woman are nothing except scum of the earth and they are on a rampage to destroy as many women and children as possible with brutal torture, slavery, etc. methods.
Except a strong heroine is destined to change the fate of the kingdom comes to the rescue and she suffers the consequences of being courageous against the brutes not to be a victim but a victor. So the graphic details of the violence was understandable the ingredients necessary to spin this magical tale of mystery, suspense and the truth of love over comes hate in any situation tale. In between there is courageous actions and a breath of relief as the characters fought and won against the brutes. The element of surprise, swords and bow and arrows add substance to the story too. Also don’t forget the romance between the heroine and her dark handsome protector that is sizzling.
One paragraph stood out for this reader;
"There in the flames of spellbinding anger, there in the grace that had bestowed her with the strength to move on, and there in the beating will that was her aunt’s heartbeat within her, in the end not even human-hungry flames that had haunted her nightmares and her darkest hour could stop her from breaking through the chains and being fearless."
This book has allot of potential, it has quality, poetry, vengeance and justice mixed in and the intrigue of the adventures and bonds with human and animals in the magic kingdom of fairy tales and mystery expresses a vital message for all to hear and recognize everyone, be it woman, man or child everyone should be treated with kindness and respect. If you like stories of overcoming the odds and winning, this one is for you. 4 Ravens
Read more: http://www.greatmindsthinkaloud.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=supernatural&thread=997&page=1#ixzz1jTCUR7GB
She wrote her plot to include strong characters and the bonds they all have with each other and the interaction of their relationships in the midst of threats, danger, chaos and domestic violence in the royal times of kings and Queens. The kingdom is attacked and the new king is merciless. The story is set in the early witch days when women were alleging accused of real and fake criminal offenses to be arrested, tortured and burned at the stakes; horrific crime in itself. The author is very creative with her writing and has the witches targeted by the military of the Black Guards to become the prisoners of these soul less abusers who think woman are nothing except scum of the earth and they are on a rampage to destroy as many women and children as possible with brutal torture, slavery, etc. methods.
Except a strong heroine is destined to change the fate of the kingdom comes to the rescue and she suffers the consequences of being courageous against the brutes not to be a victim but a victor. So the graphic details of the violence was understandable the ingredients necessary to spin this magical tale of mystery, suspense and the truth of love over comes hate in any situation tale. In between there is courageous actions and a breath of relief as the characters fought and won against the brutes. The element of surprise, swords and bow and arrows add substance to the story too. Also don’t forget the romance between the heroine and her dark handsome protector that is sizzling.
One paragraph stood out for this reader;
"There in the flames of spellbinding anger, there in the grace that had bestowed her with the strength to move on, and there in the beating will that was her aunt’s heartbeat within her, in the end not even human-hungry flames that had haunted her nightmares and her darkest hour could stop her from breaking through the chains and being fearless."
This book has allot of potential, it has quality, poetry, vengeance and justice mixed in and the intrigue of the adventures and bonds with human and animals in the magic kingdom of fairy tales and mystery expresses a vital message for all to hear and recognize everyone, be it woman, man or child everyone should be treated with kindness and respect. If you like stories of overcoming the odds and winning, this one is for you. 4 Ravens
Read more: http://www.greatmindsthinkaloud.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=supernatural&thread=997&page=1#ixzz1jTCUR7GB
Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
I'm Prohibited By Hanz Moniefiero Medina
This brief story is of a dark disturbing nature; the author explores the taboo of domestic violence, mental illness, possession of the devil, and other taboos society is afraid to hear about, or acknowledge that it is occurring. To denied the reality of truth afraid to speak about and seek solutions, rather they would rather sweep all the evil under the rug and let the victims live with the consequences.
This story tells of a survivor’s journey through the abandonment, neglect and horrific events that plagued innocent children's lives and how they were broken or made stronger in their personal trials of misfortunate. The author is on the first journey of writing but with right teacher/mentor he could develop this story into an enriching tale of tragedy and victory or develop it into a teaching manual for others to be warned to be safe and not become a statistic to bullies in the world.
At times the story is very gripping and graphic it makes the reader almost gag with the reflux of anger and disgust and invades the consciousness to release their own demons or compelled them to think about helping another explore their painful past and encourage them to write the troubled details into a journal or story as a healing balm for themselves and strangers. The message love thy neighbor and tell others it is okay to not keep silent about taboos any longer. He is sending the message to victims to talk to a trusted adult or professional, someone they trust if someone is hurting them and have it stop before it affects their future. This reader believes in paying forward motto and this author is of the similar thought pattern.
This story has some unique symbolism and poetry language but it needs more substance to expand the plot more. It deserves 5 stars for exploring the dark demons taboos for he is courage to open a communication channel for frightened victims to trust themselves and to not stay silent in their personal misery. He plots the story around an endearing child, who grows bitter but knows deep inside his core he needs to forgive his enemies if he is to release himself from the prison his reality became. I needed my tissue box to read through several paragraphs.
This author dives into a world of reality that is scary and very true in today's times. It is situated around mixed marriages, family conflict and personality flaws and decisions which affect innocent children every day. There is vulgar language in it but makes the story flow since it is a realistic story with realistic characters living through their own personal storms. If you like this touching story the author is planning to continue with book 2. You can find the book on Smashwords.com and Amazon.com and there is a Facebook Page to read more about what the future holds for endearing Syd and his experiences from bitterness to forgiveness.
www.smashwords.com/books/view/91153
http://www.amazon.com/Im-Prohibited-Ungrip-ebook/dp/B006HIGF9Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1326257690&sr=8-1
This story tells of a survivor’s journey through the abandonment, neglect and horrific events that plagued innocent children's lives and how they were broken or made stronger in their personal trials of misfortunate. The author is on the first journey of writing but with right teacher/mentor he could develop this story into an enriching tale of tragedy and victory or develop it into a teaching manual for others to be warned to be safe and not become a statistic to bullies in the world.
At times the story is very gripping and graphic it makes the reader almost gag with the reflux of anger and disgust and invades the consciousness to release their own demons or compelled them to think about helping another explore their painful past and encourage them to write the troubled details into a journal or story as a healing balm for themselves and strangers. The message love thy neighbor and tell others it is okay to not keep silent about taboos any longer. He is sending the message to victims to talk to a trusted adult or professional, someone they trust if someone is hurting them and have it stop before it affects their future. This reader believes in paying forward motto and this author is of the similar thought pattern.
This story has some unique symbolism and poetry language but it needs more substance to expand the plot more. It deserves 5 stars for exploring the dark demons taboos for he is courage to open a communication channel for frightened victims to trust themselves and to not stay silent in their personal misery. He plots the story around an endearing child, who grows bitter but knows deep inside his core he needs to forgive his enemies if he is to release himself from the prison his reality became. I needed my tissue box to read through several paragraphs.
This author dives into a world of reality that is scary and very true in today's times. It is situated around mixed marriages, family conflict and personality flaws and decisions which affect innocent children every day. There is vulgar language in it but makes the story flow since it is a realistic story with realistic characters living through their own personal storms. If you like this touching story the author is planning to continue with book 2. You can find the book on Smashwords.com and Amazon.com and there is a Facebook Page to read more about what the future holds for endearing Syd and his experiences from bitterness to forgiveness.
www.smashwords.com/books/view/91153
http://www.amazon.com/Im-Prohibited-Ungrip-ebook/dp/B006HIGF9Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1326257690&sr=8-1
Friday, January 6, 2012
Stolen Book One of the Requiem of Humanity
Stolen Book One of the Requiem of Humanity is a fantasy fiction novel. The story opens with excitement from page one to the conclusion. This book has a bumpy start, but once a reader continues, the thrills increase.
This tale involves two close girlfriends (Jenda and Soborgne) who are bound in the human and later in the vamp dimension. One friend disappears and everyone thinks she is dead but her BFF (best friend forever) will not accept the harsh reality. She is emotionally broken losing her BFF and suffers physically with overwhelming grief that changes into determination to find the answers to what happen to her friend. Jenda is a special teen and has the gift to astral project into an imaginary world and in this plane she finds the answers she seeks but it positions her in risky situations and a love and hate relationship with the strangers of the dark.
Matteo and Belle. Belle is a psychopath on a mission to find an heir and the Matteo is craving for a soul mate. In the darkness, the two seek out human victims and kidnap them. The victims are used in an experiment of turning humans to powerful gifted vamps, it is a torturous procedure, and some graphic details are forth coming. The vampires wish to repopulate, take control of the world, and rule it as a majestic kingdom by having total authority over the human race. Belle and Matteo aim to gain their desires at all costs. Jenna and Soborgne describe their experiences of surviving in the dark world of blood hungry fierce vampires who are on the rampage to turn all gifted humans into strong vamps.
Written by author;
“Matteo sat stunned. She had been so weak the night before, fragile and childlike as she wept in his arms. Now she was a woman scorned. The terror had manifested itself in her soul like a dark storm cloud and he could see the currents of lightning flashing in her eyes. Again, he was caught off guard for a moment by the color of them. The green was now a vibrant emerald with tiny gold flakes decorating them like minuscule jewels. Each emotion the girl felt brought on a different shade. He escaped the enchantment when another voice called to him across the room.
“Matteo, The Lady is asking that you bring the human".
The reader enters into the villous realm of vamps where the humans are taken hostage and forced to choice a destiny that will transform their lives forever. In this plot, there is suspense, mystery, conflict and paranormal romance all package into a stimulating fast-action moving story and choices will be made that either will make them stronger or kill them. Some graphic details take the reader by surprise. Flowing calmly along then bang a shocking event occurs and dries the mouth action occurs, have a glass of water available to quench the thirst and swallow as you continue to the conclusion.
Stolen is the first of a series of works; I am anticipating to see if Matteo, Jenda and Soborgne being chase around the world by the rogue and royal vampire the Dracul will survive. They are the oldest and most powerful of all, are the enforcers of vampire law,and are thirsty for justice. The suspense builds as they are being chase and there are other twists that take the reader by surprise and adds intrigue to the story.
Matteo, Jenda, and Soborgne travel to Budapest to be under the nose of the dragon and not to be caught or worse. The question; Will they survive the hunt as they acclaim their desires? It is a bumpy ride, hold on tight, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes vampires, the occult, and secrets of the night.
5 stars;
Catherine Stovall Website: http://www.catherinestovall.webs.com/
Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10150414545738013&id=668368012¬if_t=wall#!/groups/133686233308403/
Untreedreads Store: http://bit.ly/qCgNAS
On Twitter: @CathStovall
This tale involves two close girlfriends (Jenda and Soborgne) who are bound in the human and later in the vamp dimension. One friend disappears and everyone thinks she is dead but her BFF (best friend forever) will not accept the harsh reality. She is emotionally broken losing her BFF and suffers physically with overwhelming grief that changes into determination to find the answers to what happen to her friend. Jenda is a special teen and has the gift to astral project into an imaginary world and in this plane she finds the answers she seeks but it positions her in risky situations and a love and hate relationship with the strangers of the dark.
Matteo and Belle. Belle is a psychopath on a mission to find an heir and the Matteo is craving for a soul mate. In the darkness, the two seek out human victims and kidnap them. The victims are used in an experiment of turning humans to powerful gifted vamps, it is a torturous procedure, and some graphic details are forth coming. The vampires wish to repopulate, take control of the world, and rule it as a majestic kingdom by having total authority over the human race. Belle and Matteo aim to gain their desires at all costs. Jenna and Soborgne describe their experiences of surviving in the dark world of blood hungry fierce vampires who are on the rampage to turn all gifted humans into strong vamps.
Written by author;
“Matteo sat stunned. She had been so weak the night before, fragile and childlike as she wept in his arms. Now she was a woman scorned. The terror had manifested itself in her soul like a dark storm cloud and he could see the currents of lightning flashing in her eyes. Again, he was caught off guard for a moment by the color of them. The green was now a vibrant emerald with tiny gold flakes decorating them like minuscule jewels. Each emotion the girl felt brought on a different shade. He escaped the enchantment when another voice called to him across the room.
“Matteo, The Lady is asking that you bring the human".
The reader enters into the villous realm of vamps where the humans are taken hostage and forced to choice a destiny that will transform their lives forever. In this plot, there is suspense, mystery, conflict and paranormal romance all package into a stimulating fast-action moving story and choices will be made that either will make them stronger or kill them. Some graphic details take the reader by surprise. Flowing calmly along then bang a shocking event occurs and dries the mouth action occurs, have a glass of water available to quench the thirst and swallow as you continue to the conclusion.
Stolen is the first of a series of works; I am anticipating to see if Matteo, Jenda and Soborgne being chase around the world by the rogue and royal vampire the Dracul will survive. They are the oldest and most powerful of all, are the enforcers of vampire law,and are thirsty for justice. The suspense builds as they are being chase and there are other twists that take the reader by surprise and adds intrigue to the story.
Matteo, Jenda, and Soborgne travel to Budapest to be under the nose of the dragon and not to be caught or worse. The question; Will they survive the hunt as they acclaim their desires? It is a bumpy ride, hold on tight, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes vampires, the occult, and secrets of the night.
5 stars;
Catherine Stovall Website: http://www.catherinestovall.webs.com/
Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10150414545738013&id=668368012¬if_t=wall#!/groups/133686233308403/
Untreedreads Store: http://bit.ly/qCgNAS
On Twitter: @CathStovall
Monday, January 2, 2012
I Hunted and Killed Osama Bin Laden by John Boyd
Suspense, intrigue and drama wrapped up in an amazing thriller.
Review: After reading Isla Lacra – Scar Island Denver Noles Series by John Boyd I was compelled to read another story by this captivating writer. Title; I hunted and Killed Osama Bin Laden; I opened the book and saw this dedication in the author's words." I also dedicate this book to all the troops past and present who have risked their lives to fight terrorism. I salute you."
I was hooked by this dedication; thinking this author is honoring veterans and I applaud authors who do this. After completing this thriller of the corrupter's series; once again I was delighted by the fast paced action thrill of the characters and the plot, non-stop excitement. This story is about retired experienced military personnel and long-time friends working as independent operators hunting for terrorists in the Middle East; starting with their first assignment and successfully kidnapping an important terrorist; completed the assignment of delivery of Abu Nabil to the CIA which leads to the team being granted the authority and the victory assignment of hunting and killing the fierce dictator Bin Laden.
An excerpt from the story; "He offered us specialized Ops as bounty hunters going after the bad guys. Abu Nabil was to be our first order in plating the big cheese, UBL, the military’s weird acronym for Osama bin Laden."
It is a fiction story but if a reader wanted to have insight into the dark world of bounty hunters/operators of the American military traveling for an hit man assignment this story has all that and much more. The author has the flair to write eloquently to let the reader experience the operators’ personal mission as they seek out their targets while combating their enemies and survive the harsh conditions and traps that were confronted with in the darkness of the dry desert.
The events keep the story flowing and the reader's heart racing as the team chases the terrorists running to escape to hide in the mazes of enclosed caves in deep enemy territory. The climax builds as the team has to get close enough to complete their mission which has them in unfamiliar surroundings surviving dangerous threats from the forces protecting Bin Laden. They are unstoppable and driven to complete their assignment against their dangerous foes and to live to received their large reward of compensation, without losing their lives. Except there is intrigue because there are other hidden threats in the pitch blackness that the operators were not prepare for and it takes them by surprise.
The bond of the characters and elements of surprise and tragedy of the friends/team and their loved ones suffer through brings gasps to the reader's breathing. As if the story is not thrilling enough; the author writes a complex twist of conspiracy and espionage of mysterious allies or foes that become the hunters and the hunted. The question whom is the mastermind behind the betrayal and why the secret of the alleged death of bin Laden is not to be unveil no matter what, they should be rewarded yet their lives are in jeopardy and the drama is intense as they cooperate together to bring the truth to the light.
There is a hint of romance between the main character and the sexy banker who becomes his confidant in the scheming plot to accomplish the mission of killing the terrorists and receive justice for their betrayal. Question; who can they trust; is there anyone that is not corrupted and will they survive to live into their old age? I highly recommend this and his other thrillers by this author to be placed on your library shelf this New Year.
For more information on this and other thrillers of this author; http://johnboydbooks.com/corrupters-series/i-hunted-and-killed-osama-bin-laden
Review: After reading Isla Lacra – Scar Island Denver Noles Series by John Boyd I was compelled to read another story by this captivating writer. Title; I hunted and Killed Osama Bin Laden; I opened the book and saw this dedication in the author's words." I also dedicate this book to all the troops past and present who have risked their lives to fight terrorism. I salute you."
I was hooked by this dedication; thinking this author is honoring veterans and I applaud authors who do this. After completing this thriller of the corrupter's series; once again I was delighted by the fast paced action thrill of the characters and the plot, non-stop excitement. This story is about retired experienced military personnel and long-time friends working as independent operators hunting for terrorists in the Middle East; starting with their first assignment and successfully kidnapping an important terrorist; completed the assignment of delivery of Abu Nabil to the CIA which leads to the team being granted the authority and the victory assignment of hunting and killing the fierce dictator Bin Laden.
An excerpt from the story; "He offered us specialized Ops as bounty hunters going after the bad guys. Abu Nabil was to be our first order in plating the big cheese, UBL, the military’s weird acronym for Osama bin Laden."
It is a fiction story but if a reader wanted to have insight into the dark world of bounty hunters/operators of the American military traveling for an hit man assignment this story has all that and much more. The author has the flair to write eloquently to let the reader experience the operators’ personal mission as they seek out their targets while combating their enemies and survive the harsh conditions and traps that were confronted with in the darkness of the dry desert.
The events keep the story flowing and the reader's heart racing as the team chases the terrorists running to escape to hide in the mazes of enclosed caves in deep enemy territory. The climax builds as the team has to get close enough to complete their mission which has them in unfamiliar surroundings surviving dangerous threats from the forces protecting Bin Laden. They are unstoppable and driven to complete their assignment against their dangerous foes and to live to received their large reward of compensation, without losing their lives. Except there is intrigue because there are other hidden threats in the pitch blackness that the operators were not prepare for and it takes them by surprise.
The bond of the characters and elements of surprise and tragedy of the friends/team and their loved ones suffer through brings gasps to the reader's breathing. As if the story is not thrilling enough; the author writes a complex twist of conspiracy and espionage of mysterious allies or foes that become the hunters and the hunted. The question whom is the mastermind behind the betrayal and why the secret of the alleged death of bin Laden is not to be unveil no matter what, they should be rewarded yet their lives are in jeopardy and the drama is intense as they cooperate together to bring the truth to the light.
There is a hint of romance between the main character and the sexy banker who becomes his confidant in the scheming plot to accomplish the mission of killing the terrorists and receive justice for their betrayal. Question; who can they trust; is there anyone that is not corrupted and will they survive to live into their old age? I highly recommend this and his other thrillers by this author to be placed on your library shelf this New Year.
For more information on this and other thrillers of this author; http://johnboydbooks.com/corrupters-series/i-hunted-and-killed-osama-bin-laden
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