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Saturday, October 31, 2015
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Thursday, October 29, 2015
Saved By Tennis Book Review
Saved By Tennis: Retirement and Ageing
By Lawrence Greene
Saved By Tennis is a love letter to tennis. It tells about the challenges that the author encountered in trying to learn to play tennis from scratch as a 70-year-old retired university professor. It relates his experiences at his local Lawn Tennis Club, first in a beginner’s class and then in an over-45s group. He then tells about playing singles friendlies, his participation in the Club’s competitive singles ladder, and his travails in trying to improve his net play in doubles.
These experiences led the author to reflect on the importance of having several hobbies or avocations in hand when one retires, a topic which he discusses at the beginning of the book.
The book is a personal memoir, not a guide to playing tennis. It is an easy read that attempts to inject an element of humour throughout. It should be of interest to tennis players and anyone thinking about learning to play tennis in their 60s or 70s, or coaches and counsellors advising people in that age range about learning to play tennis or any new sport.
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***MY HONEST REVIEW OF Saved By Tennis***
This is the
author’s account of how he needed a go-to activity after retirement to keep him
busy and fulfilled. By not having an existing interest to expand on, he took up
playing the game of tennis. At the age of 70, he finds learning a new avocation
to be a challenge on his aging body. But definitely fulfilling.
I congratulate
the author on sharing all of his trials and tribulations of aging. I am nowhere
near his age, but feel it happening to me more and more. It was delightful
learning the game of tennis from his point of view. Having never played it
before, I appreciate him expanding on his knowledge of the game. I felt like I
was learning alongside him. I agree with his reasoning that after retirement we
all need something steady to keep feeling youthful and fulfilled.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2015
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Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Look Effortlessly Chic with Madison Reed
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Trying a new hairstyle can be fun and exciting, especially when showing off a new cut or color. But some days we need to just get up and go. So how can we look effortlessly chic fast? Madison Reed has the perfect styles just for us:
The Effortless Top Knot
A top knot is one popular hairstyle for women who are perpetually on-the-go but still want to look put together. This classic hairstyle only takes about 5 minutes to create, and is perfect for those in-between days where there isn’t enough time for a wash, and not even a dry shampoo can save it. Want a little extra volume? Try using a sock or a scrunchie bun on the inside of the knot for that extra elegant and work-ready look.
The Sweet Side Braid
This look works especially well in warmer months. A side braid can help keep you cool from the heat—and stylish with a cool vibe. Just start with dry hair that is completely knot-free. Then create a deep side part with your fingers and braid away. This effortless look works every time.
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Sunday, October 25, 2015
Dangerous Deception Book Review
Dangerous Deception (Raff Rafferty Mystery Series Book 3)
By Robert Joseph
A pretty, young interviewer at the Center for Research of American Sexual Habits, funded by the founder of HONEYS MAGAZINE, a highly successful mens periodical devoted to the exploitation of the female body, is brutally murdered.
Fati (Fatima) Rafferty, Raff's attractive, red-haired daughter and a rookie officer with the Los Angeles Police Department, is coerced by her division commander to go undercover as an interviewer at the Center in order to determine how, why and by whom the slain girl was murdered.
When subsequent murders occur at the Center, the question is raised: Will Fati -- even with Raff's unofficial help -- be able to stop the killer before she herself becomes the next victim?
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***MY HONEST REVIEW OF Dangerous Deception***
When an
interviewer for The Center for Research of American Sexual Habits is murdered,
along with a security guard, rookie officer Fati Rafferty goes undercover,
replacing her as an interviewer. As Fati gets closer to her boss, who just
happens to be the main suspect, she begins to wonder if he truly is guilty. But
after a third person is killed, Fati follows a new lead and uncovers more
danger than she ever suspected.
This was a true
murder mystery because it made me suspect so many different characters. Just
when I was sure of who the killer was and why, the plot would change and lead
me to someone else. I liked the character of Fati, and felt her development
throughout the story was spot on for her inexperience. This story kept me
entertained throughout. If you like murder mysteries that are hard to predict
the killer or the outcome, then this one is for you.
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Saturday, October 24, 2015
Wedding Invites by Elizabeth Victoria Designs
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Friday, October 23, 2015
Stalking Los Angeles Book Review
Stalking Los Angeles: Finding courage and love in the madness
By Tom Berquist
Stalking Los Angeles© Finding courage and love in the madness Reggie is tormented by his domineering father to shed the old Indian ways. Forced to leave his country home, he hates the city and his new school, where he is attacked by Kevin, the racist beast on campus. He falls hard for his first girl who can love him in only one way. Reggie goes on a vision quest to reconnect with his Cochimi tribal ancestors –to discover his supernatural ‘power animal’ that will guide him into manhood. At the same time, a young cougar enters the megalopolis in search of a mate, but is attacked by the dominant male of his species. Reggie’s vision quest spirals out of control –hallucinating he is a half-human, half-animal, capable of killing. He now must face Kevin, confront his father and challenge the stalking cougar, in order to win over a new girl who could love him completely. Praise for Stalking Los Angeles “Nothing seems to be going right in Reggie Youngblood’s life...Reggie soon finds his escape in studying mountain lions and his Indian heritage...
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MY HONEST REVIEW OF Stalking Los Angeles
Reggie recently
moved to a new town and is having trouble fitting in. After getting beat up by
the school bully, Reggie’s mother signs him up for a mentoring program. He is
assigned to Joe, a local wildlife biologist, whom Reggie had previously met during
a school presentation. Reggie becomes interested in the mountain lion study
that Joe is involved in. When Reggie decides to do a quest to seek his animal
spirit, he is sure that it will be a mountain lion, but he doesn’t realize how
deeply connected he will become to the animal.
I think I
enjoyed this story so well because of how well-informed the author was of the
subject. It was interesting learning all about this species, as well as the
conservation efforts being used today. I believe Reggie’s character wasn’t the
only one that had matured considerably by the end. This was an excellent
example of a family overcoming whatever obstacles they encounter.
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Thursday, October 22, 2015
Oscar Book Review
Oscar
By D.L. Smith
Oscar is a heartwarming story of a dog that even humans can relate to.
Even when he was still a pup, Oscar has already experienced a lot of difficulties in his life. When he was still a newborn, he and his other siblings were thrown out in the snow. It was a blessing and a miracle when a little girl named Debbie found him and took him home. He was welcomed with open arms in Debbie’s family, and he grew up and spent his life with them. However, though he was loved and accepted by Debbie’s family, Oscar still felt incomplete and wanted to find his mother. Amidst all the challenges he experienced, including two life-threatening ones, Oscar remained virtuous and strong against all storms that life may bring.
A story narrated by a dog, experienced by a dog, but filled with valuable lessons a human can uphold and treasure, Oscar is definitely a must read.
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***MY HONEST REVIEW OF Oscar***
Since Oscar and
his litter mates were not purebred, they were thrown into a creek to drown.
Oscar unintentionally was dropped along the way. When Little Debbie finds him,
he discovers that all humans are not the same.
The author uses
a style of writing for the younger reader. It is in simple form, but still
enjoyable. I liked the narration by the dog. It gave a different point of view
than just a human one. This was such a poignant and heartrending read. I like
that as the characters grew older, the dog matured also. I could see in his
character more emotions. Even though I know a good bit about it, it was
eye-opening on some of the training that was discussed and used. While reading this, I was reminded of the
looks and reactions that I have gotten from my interaction with dogs. It makes
me feel like I am more in tuned with them than before.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Not With My Brain, You Don’t Review
Not with My Brain, You Don't
By Richard D. Tenny
Griff Wooden is an intelligent, handsome doctor with a commanding presence who practices cardiology in the oldest hospital in Chicago. Formerly a mental institution, the old building that houses Chicago General Mercy Hospital seems out of place in the middle of a new, glitzy medical plaza. But despite taking pride in providing a warm environment for its patients, the hospital hides a dark secret. Behind its sterilized walls, a psychopath is hard at work.
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***MY HONEST REVIEW OF Not with my Brain***
Griff Wooden is
a brilliant and upcoming doctor. He can’t understand why everyone is out to get
him. No one else comes anywhere near his stature. Well, as far as he is
concerned they don’t. Everyone around Griff knows that he is a psychopath. He
has proven it time after time. But according to Griff, they are all just
jealous. As he squashes them one by one on his way to the top, it never occurs
to him that it could all blow up in his face. As he gains more and more power,
he discovers how fast the tide can turn.
I liked how
this storyline kept me wondering if the main character truly was a psychopath
or not. As the story proceeded though, I thought he developed into a whole
different level of disturbing. This author knows how to balance the medical
jargon needed to keep me interested. It’s disconcerting to think about
practicing doctors with hidden agendas for personal gain. I enjoyed the bit of
humor that was interspersed throughout the story.
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Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Tote Bags for Bridesmaids
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