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So, when I saw the previews I was intrigued. I was not sure what I was getting myself into, but it looked . . . interesting. Interesting enough for me to watch the first time. And I watched the fist episode, and thought I "got" the show. I immediately thought it was going to be like "Person's Unknown" which I thought was ok. I was SO wrong and completely off based.
Turns out it was about something completely different which made the show a million times more incredible. There were several weeks that I changed my mind, thought I knew what was happening, and BAM, new twist! It has been a fantastic ride, watching the show this summer and I cannot wait to see what happens next!!! It is worth checking out! For those without cable or local channels (like me),
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Read it Wednesday: The Fault in Our Stars
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Ok, this is an older book-- but if you have not read it yet--- well, you simply must. Seriously, you will need them. Lots and lots of Kleenex. When I read this, I was a complete puddle of tears. It was cathartic and healing.
As someone who has lost a close family member to cancer, I have received a TON of well meaning "cancer" books along the way.
But this was not a book about cancer. It is a book about love. About taking the risk to love. About knowing that there will be pain from that love, but still falling with every ounce of your being.
I read this book in one afternoon, but I have no doubt it will stay with me forever.
To those wondering, I have not seen the movie-- still. I want to set aside a time I can be a great big puddle of tears again.
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Ok, this is an older book-- but if you have not read it yet--- well, you simply must. Seriously, you will need them. Lots and lots of Kleenex. When I read this, I was a complete puddle of tears. It was cathartic and healing.
As someone who has lost a close family member to cancer, I have received a TON of well meaning "cancer" books along the way.
But this was not a book about cancer. It is a book about love. About taking the risk to love. About knowing that there will be pain from that love, but still falling with every ounce of your being.
I read this book in one afternoon, but I have no doubt it will stay with me forever.
To those wondering, I have not seen the movie-- still. I want to set aside a time I can be a great big puddle of tears again.
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TV Tuesday: The Returned
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I am just finishing up Season 1 and am enjoying it much more than I thought I would.
I started watching this because my mom recommended it to me. It does remind me a lot of Resurrection. A LOT. So, if you saw that show and enjoyed it, you will probably enjoy this as well. We liked the first episode so much, we purchased the entire season (we do not have cable television). It is intriguing and each episode builds on the last, creating a really good story line. The acting was good, and I enjoyed the overall season. The basic premise is that several people return from the dead. They all died at different times, in different ways, and do not seem to be connected to each other (at first) with the exception that they all lived/ died in the same small town. Unlike Resurrection, there is not a mass implode of dead people in the town. It is a small number of people, and you follow each of their stories.
The only downside to the show is that the season ends on a bit if a cliff hanger (ok a huge cliff hanger), and the show did not get picked up for a second season (as of June 10, 2015 that was the news).
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I am just finishing up Season 1 and am enjoying it much more than I thought I would.
I started watching this because my mom recommended it to me. It does remind me a lot of Resurrection. A LOT. So, if you saw that show and enjoyed it, you will probably enjoy this as well. We liked the first episode so much, we purchased the entire season (we do not have cable television). It is intriguing and each episode builds on the last, creating a really good story line. The acting was good, and I enjoyed the overall season. The basic premise is that several people return from the dead. They all died at different times, in different ways, and do not seem to be connected to each other (at first) with the exception that they all lived/ died in the same small town. Unlike Resurrection, there is not a mass implode of dead people in the town. It is a small number of people, and you follow each of their stories.
The only downside to the show is that the season ends on a bit if a cliff hanger (ok a huge cliff hanger), and the show did not get picked up for a second season (as of June 10, 2015 that was the news).
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Fibre Craft Kits Giveaway
Welcome to the Fibre Craft Kit Giveaway
Sponsored by Fibre Craft
Hosted by Kathy's Savings
Summer time is all about crafting in our house, and we love working with different materials to make new projects! Do you love crafts too? This giveaway is for 3 craft kits from Fibre Craft. The giveaway will run from 6/22-7/6. This is open to the U.S. only. You can enter below for your chance to win. Good luck to everyone.
Mani Monday: Sally Hansen Big Glitter
So, I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Big Glitter nail polish from Sally Hansen. It is my go to polish for any time I chip my polish and need a quick cover up. It has so much sparkle! This is Costume Glitters and it is super fun!
MamaBreak received the Big Glitter polish to review here on the site. They did not receive any other type of compensation. As always, our opinions and experiences are our own.
MamaBreak received the Big Glitter polish to review here on the site. They did not receive any other type of compensation. As always, our opinions and experiences are our own.
Dei Fratelli for all of your Sauce Needs!
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We love to cook more in the summer, but it can be hard with so many activities. We received some Dei Fratelli products to review to help us out this summer! We love the pre-mixed sauces. They taste fresh, and make cooking a snap! We love making homemade pizza, because it is something the kids can participate in, and the Pizza sauce is delicious!
MamaBreak received Dei Fratelli products to review here on the blog. We did not receive any other type of compensation. As always, our experiences and opinions are our own. This post contains affiliate links
We love to cook more in the summer, but it can be hard with so many activities. We received some Dei Fratelli products to review to help us out this summer! We love the pre-mixed sauces. They taste fresh, and make cooking a snap! We love making homemade pizza, because it is something the kids can participate in, and the Pizza sauce is delicious!
MamaBreak received Dei Fratelli products to review here on the blog. We did not receive any other type of compensation. As always, our experiences and opinions are our own. This post contains affiliate links
TV Tuesday: Arranged
So, I LOVED Married at First Sight last year/ season, but this year's season has been a little ho-hum. While I was on Hulu, it recommended I watch Arranged. I really did not know what to think at first, and I missed the first episode (so I STILL do not have the complete story because Hulu no longer has it, nor does the FYI website). However, the couples have kind of grown on me.
The show follows three couples that are in an "arranged" marriage:
The show follows three couples that are in an "arranged" marriage:
- Maria and Christian: They both come from Romani families who belong to the gypsy culture. Apparently, in their culture, marrying early is quite common, and in this case the couple is 17 and 18. They live in New York.
- Ragini and Veeral: They both come from Eastern Indian families, and are both 34 years old. Just last week, Ragini was promoted to VP at her company, while Veeral I believe has a medial license (but works in the administrative side of things). They live in California.
- Meghan and Josh: Both are from a small town in South Carolina and come from Southern families. She is 24 and he is 28 and both are just finishing graduate school and live in Charleston. I feel like the sense of being "arranged" here is a little stretched, as they were simply set up on a date by her mom and his dad (I guess technically that is arranged???).
As you can imagine, the youngest couple seems to face the greatest challenges as they not only are adjusting to married life, but really are just learning how to be adults as well. As far as I can tell, neither has a job (they live with his parents), but perhaps that is the norm for their culture.
I enjoy watching all three couples, and the people on the show are relatable and likable as people (well, for the most part).
You can catch the episodes on the FYI channel, but if you do not have the channel, episodes 5-7 are available on Hulu. The season finale will be airing this Tuesday.
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