Movie Review: Smurfs 2 (2013)

Movie Summary: The Smurfs 2 (2013) This was much better than the first movie, which doesn't happen often with sequels. I'm not sure why there are so many negative reviews out there for this movie. It was never intended as a masterpiece. The humour is such that adults can have a little giggle while their children enjoy the adventure. *spoiler* Some of my favorite bits include the use of a media play- ipad like device to plan ahead, and "Patrick-Barney"...

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Book Review: The Carousel (2011)

Book Review:  The Carousel (2011) by Ursula Dubosarsky If theme park rides could talk and dream, would wooden horses like to escape? It's nearly Christmas, and it's time to pick up gifts for kids. Picture books are great keepsakes for young ones who don't seem to mind the repetition. This is a heavy weight book with lots of pretty pictures, more suitable for girls than boys. This book can encourage young people to follow their dreams...

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Book review: The Little Book about God (2013)

Book Review:  The little book about God (2013) by Ron Rhodes Understanding God, and his will in our life is an ongoing quest. The author pulls the bible apart to highlight 28  things we should know about God including, God is the father, the son, the holy spirit. God is eternal, everywhere, all-powerful, all-knowing. God is love, true and merciful. The format for each chapter is easy to understand. The author start out with...

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Book review: Chicken Soup for the soul 20th anniversary edition

Book Summary: Chicken Book for the Soul 20th edition I grew up reading chicken soup for the soul. And if by association, chicken soup always makes me feel better after symptoms of cold or flu. My doctor brother does the same, so I can't be completely wrong. This book talks about love (how the man made a list about characteristics he wanted in his partner and how God granted a partner), (I love the story of how a teacher made all...

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