Good Reads: Sundays at Tiffany's

I did something that I don't normally do; I purchased a best-seller book at the store. The reason I don't usually do this is because I'm not a big fan of literature that either has foul language, has gross graphic details, or has subject matter that would not be pleasing to the Lord. Not many of today's current best-sellers can pass this test of scrutiny.

However, I did pick up James Patterson's Sunday's at Tiffany's and I have to say that I absolutely loved it. It was one of those I-can't-put-it-down-until-I'm-done books. The story was simple and sweet. There were a few twists at the end that kept you guessing, and it was a very classy love story. No unnecessary smut. The only thing I would have changed about it is that no one would have become intimately involved unless they were already married. Other than that, it was very enjoyable.

I attempted to upload an image of the book cover, but apparently the website it having issues with this. You can find it on Amazon.

Finding New Fun in Old Games

My daughter is 4-years old and has never had the privelege of knowing what it's like to have the nintendo NES be the only gaming system in the house. Now days, you have a pluthra of systems at your disposal. They seem to keep coming out with a new one just about every year. It's crazy!

While having one of my spring-cleaning moments yesterday, I was in the attic going through some things (keep or throw out) and found my old NES. I was ecstatic! I brought it down, hooked it up, and my daughter and I tackled Super Mario Bros. together. I had forgotten just how much fun it is. Sure, there are no great graphics and all you do is run and jump, but we had a blast.

I went onto Amazon and found some great NES games that I hadn't thought about in years. I ordered a couple and now we're waiting to play Super Mario Bros. 2 and 3, Dr. Mario, and Contra (my favorite). I have a feeling I'll need to institute time limits on the use of the NES, because unlike the complicated games that are coming out right now, my daughter was able to figure out how to play this one and she's already a little addicted. It's fun to listen to her say, "Mommy, mommy, look! I squished him again!" So cute.

What kinds of things did you do for fun when you were younger that you haven't thought about in years? Leave a comment and let me know.

Planning Ahead

I found a lovely blog called Organizing-Life. The author, Abbie, shares how to organize every facet of your life. It's just wonderful. Something that interested me was the Plan Ahead Series she posted, complete with free printouts, that allows you to develop a planning method that fits your life. The printouts are cheerfully crafted - just looking at them makes me feel a bit more calm about my hectic schedule. Thanks Abbie! You've inspired me to "plan ahead." Check out her site and let me know what you think.