Bookworm Wednesday – November

I’m honestly still in shock that it’s November. Yes, it felt like August when August came around. It felt like September. It felt like October. But it just doesn’t feel like November. I just love this month though.

And that’s exactly why. I mean I love October, November, December. Those three months are my favorite time of year. Because…family. You all know i’m all about family. So put that together with family, the happiness of the holidays, the weather, and you’ve got one happy Molly! 🙂

And now that it’s the first Wednesday of November…

…it’s time to get our Bookworm on.

I had a lot going on this October and didn’t get around to reading anything other than textbooks and articles to write papers on (again). So instead of telling you what I didn’t read…this is what i’m planning on reading this month. That’s if I can ever stop binge watching this:

I watched an entire season this weekend and I have #noshame. My goal has been to get caught up so I can watch this season as it’s been airing. All of my free time was spent eating leftover Halloween candy and Scandal watching on Sunday. And Saturday too. Ha!

Oh yes, back to what we were talking about. So when i’m not watching Scandal this November (i’m really going to try and back off a little bit), i’m planning on reading/ordering these books below.

1. I want to finish up something borrowed. I started it month’s ago and it’s been on my Bookworm posts ever since. I really need to just finish it.

2. Elin Hilderbrand anything.

I’ve seen in Shay’s book posts that she (and many others) love Elin Hilderbrand. So I figured I might as well give her a try and see if I like her books too!

3. Paul Miller’s A Praying Life

My pastor spoke about this book one Sunday and i’ve been wanting to read it ever since. Actually, any book he recommends I usually want to read.

Don’t forget that all the books i’ve read in the past are on my Shop My page. You really need to check them out. Such great deals!! Okay, so tell me what else I need to be reading. I need to order some more books…today!! No seriously, i’m probably placing an Amazon order today so help a girl out!

Please and thank you!

Saturday Savings

Well, because I didn’t post Thursday, I thought I would get you with a Saturday Savings.

Now, remember the other week when I was talking about my faaaaavorite ASICS running shoes? Yes, these ones:

 

Well, I just found on Amazon that they are the 3rd best seller. You heard it! I wasn’t lying…these ASICS Women’s GEL-Noosa Tri 9 Running Shoe are some wonderful running/everyday shoes! They go for about $100 with free shipping! Woot woot!

These shoes got 4.5/5 stars. Like I said, i’m not very good about getting new shoes, but i’ve enjoyed not having to worry about my feet get blistered and sore when I wear these.

Reviews:

By Judy Lawrence on January 16, 2014

Color Name: Flash Yellow/Turquoise/BerrySize Name: 9.5 B(M) US Verified Purchase

I have worn Asics for several years and the Tri 9 met and exceded my expectations. Great support and nice wide toe box. Love, love, love the color!

By judith eagar on January 12, 2014

Color Name: Flash Yellow/Turquoise/BerrySize Name: 10.5 B(M) US Verified Purchase

Love the Gel-Noosa, light weight, good support and stunning at that. Can’t ask for more. A five star running shoe.

By Careyon on January 13, 2014

Color Name: Black/Neon Coral/GreenSize Name: 9.5 B(M) US Verified Purchase

I did size up a bit (a half size) as I do with all Asics but these shoes are a lot of fun, supportive, and they get a lot of attention. I’m enjoying them!

Most of these reviews are saying to go up a whole size when ordering.

2.) AND, Amazon’s deal of the day is 45% off select ASICS Women’s GEL-Storm 2 Running Shoe. WOW?! Running shoes for Under $50?! Say it ain’t so. Go now and check out the sizes and colors! I’m telling you, you might have to get yourself a pair of ASICS, this offer is only valid for TODAY ONLY!

These shoes have 4/5 stars. Most reviews said they run a little small, so get a half size larger or more.

Here’s what one review said:

By Kristen on July 25, 2014

Color Name: Storm/Flash Yellow/PinkSize Name: 8.5 B(M) US Verified Purchase

I have very narrow feet and very flat arches. What I need in a shoe is arch support and for it to be tight enough.

These are one of the only pairs of running shoes that I’ve found that are narrow enough for my feet. I usually have an issue where the front of my foot flops around back and forth because of the width. There is extra room to breathe on the sides, but my feet stay in place fine. Also, they can lace VERY tight if you want them to be tight or if your foot is flatter on top than mine is. I don’t have to lace them very tight to be snug in place. Also there is a good solid arch support inside, not super high but definitely there and enough to keep my foot properly balanced and ankle upright.

I am an 8 1/2 generally in most shoes, although tennis shoes sometimes I am a little smaller (on the end of size 8). These fit exactly right in an 8 1/2 which probably means they’re a tad fit smaller than some expect.

I definitely wouldn’t recommend these for wide feet.

These are super comfortable! Because of my flat feet, being on my feet all day leads to pain in my ankles and knees. I wore these for about an hour the day I got them and my feet were totally happy… the next day I was setting up for an event and walking and standing constantly most of the day and my feet felt great the whole time! It is completely unheard of for me being on my feet that long for my feet to still be happy by the end of the day. Also didn’t feel like I had to break them in really as I didn’t get any blisters or sores or stiffness. Flexible comfortable shoe.

I think I’m in love!

3.) ONE LAST THING! Starting at 10:00am this morning these Tony Lama Ponteggio Smooth Cowhide Western Boot
are 38% off! Cowboy boots for $200, oh my gosh. These are my pair:

These boots are so much fun for game-day, the rodeo, country concerts. Whatever. You. Want. They have a 5/5 star review. And really, you can’t go wrong.

Okay, now click these links and get to purchasing your new shoes!!

Read Any Good Books Lately?

As you might have read on my Hobbies homepage I have become a fan of reading. Weird for my age, actually. But it’s fun and I do enjoy it. I try to make it through one or two books a month with all of my other activities. But this summer I have made it through a lot more than that. It’s kind of my downtime thing, when i’m babysitting, waiting in a doctor’s office, before brother’s baseball games, etc. This summer started off with the Love Comes Softly series:

One of my absolute favorite series i’d have to say. Mainly because of the memories from watching the movies with my grandma, but also because of the story line. It’s the perfect “olden days” western time story. Click to get Love Comes Softly (Love Comes Softly Series, Book 1) for yourself!

And click to get the movie! Seriously, you won’t regret it. Plus, Katherine Heigl is in it. You can’t go wrong. I definitely recommend either reading the book or watching the first movie and then you will fall in love with this old love story.

I recently just finished the second book, Love’s Enduring Promise (Love Comes Softly Series #2).

It’s already kind of wrinkled because I look my copy with me everywhere. I can’t wait to finish the rest of the series. I’ve seen the movies so many times! Here’s Love’s Enduring Promise movie link.

In between the Love Comes Softly books I read the famous The Fault in Our Stars book. It’s a must read and must see in theaters. #1 everywhere.

Click here to get The Fault in Our Stars for yourself!

And of course, because Nicholas Sparks is wonderful, I had to throw in one of his books to my mix. I usually watch movies before I read the books (Yes, I am backwards) and that’s how I came across the book. If you don’t already have a copy of A Walk to Remember, get it!!!

Or the movie.
And the last bit of my summer reading, so far…goes to this book, 90 Minutes in Heaven: A True Story of Death and Life.

I happened to find this book for a fantastic sale, but I found it for you for about $8. So worth every penny. There’s a lot of skepticism with this book but I actually found it to be rather uplifting and informational.

This one and Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy’s Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back
should be on your summer reads. There are frequently bought together. Also, Heaven is For Real was in theaters. Yet again another book and movie combination for you. If you are ordering you get free shipping after spending $35, wahoo!

COMING UP THIS WEEK:

Monday: Read Any Good Books Lately?
Tuesday: Foodie Toosdy:Week One
Wednesday: What’s on my DVR?
Thursday: Shopping for the beach!!
Friday: Friday Favorites with (Momfessionals, A Little Bit of Everything blog, and Grace and Love blog)