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Meeting The Robertsons

I’ve mentioned my love for Duck Dynasty in prior posts. Heck, we even found their shop in Louisiana. So last week my co-worker and I heard that they were going to be in Wal-Mart (go figure – of all places) signing their book, The Duck Commander Family. Willie and Korie, that is. So, I made sure I had nothing else to do and off to the Big-D I went!

I’ve attended a book signing before and to be honest, it was kind of hellish. It was just hours and hours of waiting in a bookstore line that never moved, however when we got to the front of the line, we spoke to her and got a picture. That part was great. This experience was a little different.

1. It is understandable that you would stand in line at a Wal-Mart to see a self-proclaimed redneck.

2. This line moved and it moved quick (thank you, thank you).

3. As opposed to reading books and sitting on the floor (as the case in the first book signing) we got to quickly go thru the aisles and shop a little. Or peruse in the sporting goods and auto section that is. Did I need any oil and new car seat covers? No, but I got some good Christmas ideas while I was there.

4. Babies. People love having their babies pictures taken with rednecks (and there were some cute ones).

5. Finally, we got to the front of the line. Here is my biggest quirk about the visit. It was super, super rushed. They could only take pictures while signing autographs and they signed quick. So I didn’t get to talk to them, although I’m not really sure what I would have said but it would’ve been nice to have a “moment” but I guess I got one below.

Let’s ignore how ridiculous I look and focus more on how wickedly awesome it is to have a picture taken with these two. More men should have these beards… just sayin’.

Love them – thanks for the signing! Next time, I need to meet Uncle Si and Jase!

{Book Club Friday} Joy For Beginners

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Sorry for my lack of posts this week, between traveling back to Texas and getting back into the swing of things at work, it’s been hectic! Stay tuned for a recap of my recent travels and adventures. In the meantime….

I’m linking up again with Blonde…Undercover Blonde for Book Club Friday!

Synopsis

“Breathe is life in, Kate, not life out.”

Kate, is recovering from cancer. Her daughter has recently asked her to go on a white water rafting trip with her thru the Grand Canyon. She admits to her five closest friends that she is terrified however an agreement is made. If she goes on the trip, each of her friends must do one thing that is new, daring, scary or difficult within the next year – and Kate gets to pick.

Thoughts

I LOVED this book. Each of the women in this book are different. Different pasts, heartaches and obstacles however they all grow their stories warm your heart with admiration (and makes you want to give them a huge huge and high five). Erica Bauermeister wrote in such a way that each portion of the book is dedicated to one of the women. As a reader, I came to admire their relationships (and how the relationships were formed), their pasts, their heartaches, triumphs and achievements. Whether their given goal was small or large, they each discover so much more about themselves but their friends, family and atmosphere. They grow and learn thru traveling, friendships, nature and food. Kate even finds herself learning quite in the end as well.

If you have a chance to pick up this book, I would definitely recommend it. It helps you to appreciate everything you have in life and to realize that good friends are indeed gems that should be cherished forever. That no matter how hard of a time life seems to be giving you, there is a reason. You have a foundation of friends and they will be there. A good challenge can really change you and however how scary it is, it’s important to be put to have that challenge in life.

If you’ve read this book or even read it after my recommendation, please let me know what you think!

{Book Club Friday} What Alice Forgot

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Today, I’m linking up with Blonde…Undercover Blonde for Book Club Friday.

Synopsis:

Alice finds herself waking up from an unconscious state on the floor of the gym, surrounded by unfamiliar people. She believes she is 29, newly married, new homeowner, pregnant with her first child and hates the gym. In all actuality, she is 39, going thru a divorce, stay at home mom to three children and is a fitness freak. Imagine the confusion.

Alice isn’t the only one having a hard time facing reality. She is figuring out why her relationship with her sister has become so distant only to realize her sister has been battling hurdles for the last ten years herself.

Thru healing from her head injury she has to piece together the last ten years, her new friendships and lost friendships. Alice isn’t happy with who she has become and the book takes you on her journey to find the Alice that she and her loved ones love.

Thoughts:

The book was pretty good. It’s not only about Alice but her husband, children, sister and friends. Liane Moriarty ensured that readers were on the journey with Alice and her family and each point of view is expressed and felt. Imagine your mom not remembering who you are. Imagine not remembering small moments from the last ten years. Imagine trying to reconnect with yourself. It’s a great book. I recommend checking it out!