Quote Of The Week

This is how I'm feeling today. Just a bit delirious.



What I'm Listening To: Both Of Us - Taylor Swift & B.O.B.

Pinterest Find

Super cute comic I found on Pinterest. This reminds me of my favorite English teacher and the time she snapped because I spelled library as liberry on a hall pass. I have the best memories of her. She definitively has ended up being one of the most influential people to have ever made a mark on my life. It is amazing the impact a good teacher can make.



What I'm Listening To: Beethoven's 9th Symphony

Quote Of The Week

This is why Einstein was a genius!



What I'm Listening To: Beethoven's 5th Symphony

Quote Of The Week

Words of wisdom from Confucius.


What I'm Listening To: Raspberry Beret ~ Prince

Quote Of The Week

Can't help but wonder where I will end up ;)



Lewis Carroll is best know as the author of Alice In Wonderland.

What I'm Listening To: Tim McGraw by Taylor Swift

Pinterest Find

*Cute Mills & Boon Comic*



What I'm Watching: Downton Abbey <3

Quote Of The Week

This week I am attempting to focus on my writing. I am having several ideas, but forming the story line has been a bit difficult. So I am trying to draw inspiration from the below quote.



What I'm Listening To: Brown Eyed Girl ~ Jimmy Buffett

Quote Of The Week

Sorry for the lack of posts this week. I have been reading non-stop. I am really wrapped up in the Malory Family Books by Johanna Lindsey. As soon as I finish one I'm diving right into the next. That being said I felt like the quote below by Jane Austen is extremely fitting for how I feel this week. I hope you agree to how true the statement is.



What I'm Listening To: Let's Stay Together ~ Al Green

Rowan's Reader Review

Wonderland Creek ~ Lynn Austin



This was my first Lynn Austin book and I do recommend it. I loved the character of Alice. She is a librarian. And we all know that I love books. In one of the very first scenes of the book Alice reads a book during a funeral. I can so see myself doing that. I will admit that I have read during church, so pushing the boundaries to a funeral wouldn't be unimaginable (now don't go judging me; I work the night shift and I was nearly nodding off during the pastor's sermon; I had to find something to do to keep me awake).  I also enjoyed the historical look at the Pack Horse Librarian program that was created as a part of the Works Progress Administration under President Roosevelt's New Deal Initiative. It's amazing how we take simple things like a library for granted. I would love to see Lynn Austin write a follow up to this book.

Quote Of The Week

I <3 Dr. Seuss!



What I'm Listening To: Consuming Fire ~ Third Day

Pinterest Find

True Horse Romance

What I'm Listening To: Mean ~ Taylor Swift

My Favorite Disney Princess

Belle ~ From Beauty & The Beast

Now this is a random ramble. I love Beauty & The Beast. Belle is my absolute favorite Disney princess. Mainly because she is so normal. She also loves books and is very witty. So I'd like to share a few clips from the movie as to why Gaston could never have been Belle's man.

What I'm Listening To: Hey Good Lookin' ~ Jimmy Buffett

National Library Week

Celebrate Reading ~ April 16th -22nd

Bookfessions

I happened upon an wonderful Tumblr page via Pinterest. It's called Bookfessions. I repinned many of the confessions to one of my own Pinterest boards. Below I will post a few examples of the bookfessions. To read more visit Bookfessions @ http://bookfessions.tumblr.com/.

What I'm Listening To Now: 1,2,3,4 ~ Plain White T's

Pinterest Find

I played BINGO this past week with one of my dearest friends, my "sister". She cracked me up when the BINGO called said B9 and she leaned over to me and whispered "cancerous". When I saw the below post on a pinterest board it made me think of her even though it is not truly related to her comment.



What I'm Listening To: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road ~ Elton John

Rowan's Reader Review

Book Review ~ The Reluctant Bride by Donna Hatch

I downloaded The Reluctant Bride by Donna Hatch for free from BarnesAndNoble.com. It is an excellent romantic short story. I really enjoyed the characters. I wish this story had been developed into a much longer novel. I really think it had the strength to have made an excellent longer read. Regardless, I did enjoy it and I do recommend it.

What I'm Listening To: The Fireman ~ George Strait

Rowan's Reader Review

Book Review ~ Pregnant Brides Series by Lynne Graham

~Desert Prince, Bride of Innocence
~Ruthless Magnate, Convenient Wife
~Greek Tycoon, Inexperienced Mistress

I tried out a series by an author new to me, Lynne Graham. As with most all Harlequin authors that I've tried, I was thoroughly impressed. I fell in love with my pregnant heroines and the billionaires that swept them off their feet. Of the three novels, from the Pregnant Brides Series, I especially felt that I connected with the character Elinor, from Desert Prince, Bride of Innocence. I enjoyed the whole series. And I recommend all three books for your reading pleasure.

Happy reading!

What I'm Listening To: Sweet Caroline ~ Neil Diamond

Pinterest Find

I find the funniest posts on Pinterest.com. And I find this one hilarious! I hate text abbreviations and bad grammar. So glad I'm not alone.



What I'm Listening To: Always On My Mind ~ Elvis Presley

Quote Of The Week

An uplifting quote from one of my favorite actresses!



I needed the encouraging words this week. It's been a long week.

What I'm Listening To: Islands In The Stream ~ Dolly Parton &  Kenny Rogers

Disappointment

While surfing the internet I came across the below movie poster and I got very excited. A movie about Walt Disney. How interesting! I love Disney! What a marvelous idea. Why haven't they already made a movie based off of Walt's life? A film by Ron Howard. He makes good movies. Ryan Gosling as Walt. Well, he's a hottie and can definitively play a leading man. This looked to be a great movie in the making. Imagine my disappointment when I found out that it's not a movie in the making. It's a fake movie poster! Really? Now I'm just upset. Cruel joke for sure. What are your thoughts?

What I'm Listening To: Mean ~ Taylor Swift

Quote of the Week

An Inspiring Quote From A True Genius!

I am finally pursuing a few of mine!

What I'm Listening To: Jaded ~ Aerosmith

Pinterst Find

I find the funniest things posted on pinterest.com.

Someones' play off of Karma Chameleon by Culture Club (Boy George).

I find this really cute!



What I'm Listening To: Here's A Clue ~ The Post Prompted It      

Rowan's Reader Review

Book Review ~ The Wicked Baron by Sarah Mallory

Just finished The Wicked Baron by Sarah Mallory. It was a great read. I loved the mysterious subplot. Have to admit that the more I read the more I fell in love with the Baron. I don't regret the hours I spent immersed in this book. I would have to say I recommend it, but then I recommend all the Sarah Mallory books I have read. She seems to be a very talented author. 

Happy Reading!

What I'm Listening To: The Keeper of the Stars ~ Tracy Byrd

Beaumont Brides

Get Liz Fielding's Beaumont Brides Collection for Free on Amazon! Only a couple hours left so hurry. The collection includes 3 of her books, Wild Justice, Wild Lady, & Wild Fire. I have read them all and they are amazing reads. Just follow the link below.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007N6LQKC/ref=as_li_tf_til?tag=lizfiel-20&camp=14573&creative=327641&linkCode=as1&creativeASIN=B007N6LQKC&adid=1EJW57EJV14A44PH137G&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Flizfielding.blogspot.co.uk%2F2012%2F03%2Fapril-fools-day-freebie.html%3Fspref%3Dfb

What I'm Listening To: I Cross My Heart ~ George Strait

Amish Fiction

I love Amish fiction! There is just something so captivating about the simplicity and wholesomeness of the Amish people and their beliefs and culture. It makes me yearn for a simpler life. Okay, not that much simpler, I do enjoy electricity and technology, but a somewhat simpler life. For example, these books put a big emphasis on food, so I bought a bread machine to make homemade bread. I know that's cheating, but it still gave me the desired effect of fresh homemade bread that I technically made. So yummy when it's hot with butter on it. I even briefly entertained the idea of purchasing some chickens for fresh eggs, but decided that might be a bit more work than I truly have time for. After all, I do have to work to pay my bills and my one acre lot surely isn't big enough to be converted to a farm; though, I did plant a small garden and some fruit trees. Anyway, back to my fascination with the Amish. Aside from food, I enjoy reading about the courting rituals and community closeness, the minuscule things that I take for granted daily, and the obscure outlook of the Amish on those of us who are "fancy".
And I have to admit that I became enchanted by these people by pure accident. I just happened to pick up a cheap novel from the bargain bin at my local book store. The cover caught my eye and since it was a deal I added it to my purchases. I read it and realized it was book one of a trilogy. I was so ensnared that I had to have book two. I went back to my usual book store and they didn't have it. I checked the other book stores in town. No one had it. I did find book three so I went ahead and bought it. I decided to order book two online and then changed my mind. I couldn't wait days for this book to be delivered, so I ended up scouring the local libraries and finally found book two. And so, this is how my interest in Amish fiction began. Oh, in case you were wondering what book one was, it was The Shunning, Heritage of Lancaster County Series #1 by Beverly Lewis. Apparently, I'm not the only person who was obsessed with the novel, because the Hallmark channel recently made a movie based off of the book.

So, I encourage you. If you have never sampled Amish fiction give it a try. A couple of authors I recommend are Beverly Lewis (who is the Queen of Amish fiction in my opinion), Wanda Brunstetter, and Marta Perry.

Veel leesplezier!

What I'm Listening To: I've Always Loved You ~ Third Day

Pinterest Find

What I'm Listening To: I'm Yours ~ Jason Marz

This example of bad texting made me laugh! I also can totally see why the boyfriend cheated!

SomeECards.Com

What I'm Listening To: Uptown Girl ~ Billy Joel

I discovered SomeECards.Com through several post made to Pinterest.com. I am going to post a few of my favorites cards here on the blog. At the website, you can create your own card or browse through the huge selection of pre-made cards. I especially enjoy the witty and sarcastic humor found on many of the cards.

Rowan's Reader Review

What I'm Listening To: Holding Out For A Hero ~ Bonnie Tyler

Book Review ~ A Week To Be Wicked by Tessa Dar

I just finished the most delightful romance novel. I laughed so much throughout this book that my husband's interest was spiked as to what I was reading. He quickly lost interest when he saw it was another romance book, but he still thought it was humorous that I was in a fit of giggles and near tears over a book. I just need to state that Tessa Dare is an amazing author. I was so wrapped up in this book that when I took a nap today (I work the nightshift 7pm-7am) all I dreamed about was ways for this book to end. So needless to say I will be exhausted tonight, and because my sleep was restless over the book I went ahead and finished it instead of trying to coax myself back to sleep. It was worth the sleep deprivation.

Oh, one more note, the dedication in the book spoke to me. It reads, "For all the girls who walk and read at the same time." Yep, that's me! I knew I was going to love this book simply from the dedication. I so can't recommend this book enough, get a copy ASAP!

You can find out more about the book on Tessa Dare's website at http://tessadare.com/.

Happy Reading!

Rowan's Reader Review

What I'm Listening To Now: Bama Breeze ~ Jimmy Buffett

Book Review ~ The Ordinary Princess by Liz Fielding

Just finished The Ordinary Princess by Liz Fielding. It was a fairly short read. I only started it a few hours ago.  The book is a delightful romance about a journalist attempting to expose a prince and instead they fall in love with each other. Again, I love happily ever after! And this book dishes one up, so therefore I recommend the book. You can find out more about the book and read an excerpt on Mrs. Fielding's website at
http://www.lizfielding.com/theordinaryprincess.html

Happy Reading!

Pinterest Find

What I'm Listening To: Gotta Be Somebody ~ Nickelback

So I am a Pinterest addict. And the picture below is a pretty cool pin from Pinterest. I find this pin so artistic and original! I mean really creating words with shadows and wire. This work had to have taken a long time to construct. If you don't have a Pinterest.com account comment your email address below and I will send you an invite.

What I'm Listening To

What I'm Listening To: Hey Jude ~ The Beatles

I've decided that each time I make a post to the blog that I am going to include what I happen to be listening to at that time on my MP3 player/Computer/Phone/Radio (I always have music on). I think it will help my readers relate a little easier to me. Oh, and by the way, I stole this idea from the PubRants blog. I love that PubRants always post what she's listening to. Let me know what you think.

Random Post ~ Easter Pedicure

What I'm Listening To: Whatever It Is ~ Zac Brown Band

Easter is coming! That means next week I'm going for a pedicure. I love pedicures and I make sure I always treat my self to a new dress and a pedicure for Easter. A girl had to look good for church.   ;-)

Anyways, I have the dress. It's green. I usually go with a french tip for my Easter pedicure, but this year I'm considering using this new Kermit Green from OPI for my pedi. It's pretty, but I'm worried it might look gross on my toes. Has anyone tried this yet or similar shade on their toes? I'd love to know your thoughts.

Cute Movie Scene

MP3 Currently Playing: Only Wanna Be With You ~ Hootie & The Blowfish

I really enjoyed the movie No Strings Attached. I have posted below a few cuts from my favorite scene. As a nurse I thought this was such a clever romantic scene. But, then cardiology is my specialty, so it makes sense that I would find it endearing. Did anyone else like it? Oh, and I'd like to mention that I think Natalie Portman is a phenomenal actress.

Pinterest Find

MP3 currently playing: She's My Kind of Rain ~ Tim McGraw

I have been finding the cutest stuff on Pinterest. This little comma and period cartoon is so cute. I just felt like I should share. Maybe I should have been an English teacher, because I love stuff like this.

Quote of the Week

MP3 Currently Playing: Love Me Tender ~ Elvis Presley

I am going to post a quote each week for the blog. This week, I am going to share a quote from one of my favorites ~ Audrey Hepburn. And I have to agree with Audrey. Fairy tales are the best reads, which is probably why I am really into romantic fiction. I love a happily ever after ending!

Another Pinterest Find

MP3 Currently Playing: Smoke Rings In The Dark ~  Gary Allan

This cracks me up, but at the same time is a huge pet peeve! I am loving Pinterest.com today!

Pinterest Find

MP3 Currently Playing:  Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da ~ The Beatles

Found this on Pinterest! This happens to me frequently! Love that I'm not alone!

Droid 3

MP3 Currently Playing: Remedy ~David Crowder Band

So for Christmas I got a new cell phone - a Motorola Droid 3. I am addicted to it! I have found so many apps that have changed my day to day life in 3 short months. I'd like to share a few of the apps with you.

~ Google Calendar (goodbye daily planner ~ that made some extra purse room)
~ MP3 player (I love music ~ and now I don't have to tote a MP3 player and a cell phone)
~ B&N Nook app (avid reader, enough said ~ Oh, and I don't have to buy a separate e-reader)
~ Google Translate (as a nurse this has proved handy interpreting with non-english speaking patients)
~ Ebay (I am a bit of a shopaholic)
~ Email (so nice to have it available without computer access)
~ KeyRing (takes the place of all those tags attached to your keys)
~ MyDays (tracker for menstruation, ovulation, and all other fertility matters ~ very handy)

These are just some of the awesome applications that I have downloaded from the Android Marketplace for my phone. Any suggestions out there for other apps that can help make day to day life easier? I'd love to hear about them.

Rowan's Rudimentary Ramble

Rudimentary ... first principles; primitive; undeveloped; elementary; vestigial .... all elements of my first ramble.

Ramble ... to talk or write in a discursive, aimless way.

Welcome to Rowan's Random Rambles! 

A blog about random reflections and rationalizations.

I hope you revel and relish in the ramblings.