Apr
13
2008
One of the books I’m currently reading is On Becoming Chidwise by Ezzo and Bucknam. I started reading it when I was waiting at the doc’s clinic a couple of weeks back. I got it for a bargain price and I’m really glad to get a hold of it. Continue Reading »
Feb
07
2008

Author: Susan Alexander Yates
And yet another great find from BOOKSALE. For now, I’m posting a review done by a fellow mom posted on the amazon site for this book. I have yet to finish reading, but even before my pupils reach half of what’s written, I’m already all into it. Feeling with the author and getting all excited with everything that’s in it. So for the meantime even as I read on, I hope to share this with you. . . Continue Reading »
Jan
23
2008

Category:Movies
Genre: Classics
*** I’m posting this reflection paper I submitted last semester in my subject Principles of Guidance and Counseling.
Jennifer L. Aspacio Educ 321
Dr. Lerma G. Pasco
This movie is amongst the ranks of movies like Stand and Deliver, Dangerous Minds, et al. These kind of movies continually inspire individuals to go beyond the level of mediocrity. Continue Reading »
Jan
22
2008

Genre: Religion & Spirituality
Author: Sara June Davis & Lindy Beam
I got ahold of a copy of this booklet several years ago and it has proven to be a keeper with its now tattered state, it tells how it has been used and abused even as I employ this every so often in the discipleships that I do with my girls. Continue Reading »
Jan
20
2008

Genre: Parenting & Families
Author: Barbara Candiano-Marcus
This book is very entertaining, and written in a manner no other book I have read with regards to parenting. It does include the usual milestone stuff, activities in given ages. Continue Reading »
Jan
20
2008

Genre: Parenting & Families
Author: Helen B. Andelin
I have read this book nearly 30 times! And have practically given away a few copies when I was able. Continue Reading »
Nov
21
2007

Category:Books
Genre: Parenting & Families
Author: Dr. James Dobson
First, the Book Description:
2005 Gold Medallion Award finalist!
Dr. James Dobson has completely rewritten, updated, and expanded his classic best seller The Strong-Willed Child for a new generation of parents and teachers. The New Strong-Willed Child follows on the heels of Dr. Dobson’s phenomenal best seller Bringing Up Boys. It offers practical how-to advice on raising difficult-to-handle children and incorporates the latest research with Dr. Dobson’s legendary wit and wisdom. The New Strong-Willed Child is being rushed to press for parents needing help dealing with sibling rivalry, adhd, low self-esteem, and other important issues. This book is a must-read for parents and teachers struggling to raise and teach children who are convinced they should be able to live by their own rules! Continue Reading »
Aug
13
2006
Category: Books
Genre: Parenting & Families
Author: The Focus on the Family Physicians
First of all, what attracted me to grab a hold of this book from one of the outlets of the “booksale” shops, was its being the current theme of my passion, on raising kids. Second, that it was produced by Focus on the Family. And when I checked the back cover, it says: Continue Reading »
Aug
06
2006
Category: Books 
Genre: Parenting & Families
Author: Stormie Omartian
In a world that’s unpredictable, wars, crimes, natural and man-made disasters happening everywhere, where do dedicated parents go in hope that things will be better for their children? Stormie Omartian detailed in this book most of the things, if not all, parents worry over and concerns for their children. It is only but natural to hope for the best for their lives. But hoping doesn’t guarantee this, with “hope” we become positive, but with only this in our hearts we remain putting their lives to chance. Continue Reading »
Jul
17
2006
Category:Movies
Genre: Classics 
For starters, I’m posting a review done by http://www.pluggedinonline.com
hosted by focus on the family on the movie Superman Returns. This is where I often go to when I’m in doubt about any product of the media whether via boob tube, music or bigscreen.
Read on. . .
Something of a remake of and a sequel to Richard Donner’s Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980), Bryan Singer’s new take on the iconic hero begins with Superman’s return to Earth after five years away inspecting the remains of his home world Krypton. While he’s been out of town, crime and terrorism have escalated in Metropolis and around the globe. Continue Reading »