Sarah Holman's Blog, page 126

We are Chosen

Chosen.  We all desire to be chosen, to be picked for the team to make the top list, to be thought to be the best for the job opening.  We long for the day when Mr. Right slips that ring onto our finger as a symbol to the world that we are his chosen one... To read the rest of my devotional on being chosen... click here


There is still time to join the His Word in our Heart Challenge!

Happy New Year

My Resolution

1. To spend more time with God.

2. To memorize 1 Peter

3. To stay active

4.  To read 20 or more books I already own.

Do you have any resolutions?

My 10 Favorite Books of 2011

10. This was my first time to read Emma.  It was a Jane Austen book, and of course it was wonderful!



9. After reading another series by the same author (see further up the list)  I read this one.  Wow.  It was so different, yet had the same, wonderful morals and godly characters that I loved about the other series.  I think Linda Chaikin is my #1 favorite author for the year.



8. I usually don't like romance unless it is in an adventurous setting, However, Martha Rogers did such a wonderful story of love, redemption, and godly character that this book made my top 10 of 2011.



7. A Novel Idea is a wonderful book for christian writers.  Even though I haven't read all the way through the book yet, I am enjoying having it around.



6. For my birthday my siblings gave me Decision Points.  It was so fun to read.  I never agreed with all his decisions (many/most but not all), however, I came away from this book admiring him even more.



5. My fifth favorite book of the year is a book my dear friend Jessica wrote, but is still working on.  I know my readers will love Thomas and Erik and the rest when their story becomes available

4. For my birthday my mom bought me Lady Carliss.  I love all the Chuck Black books, but this one has to be one of my favorites!  Lady Carliss and I are so much alike.



3. I read this series early this year and I knew that I had found a new author.  Her characters were wonderful, godly, and I love her style of writing. The Heart of India series is a wonderful read!




2. My second favorite book this year is a book that is not available to the public yet.  Thank you Rachelle for sharing your story with me..  I can't wait for the rest of the world to meet Elizabeth.

1. My favorite book/series of 2012 was, hands down the Charity's Diary series (read my reviews here)

Next year

I have taken on some challenges next year that I would like to share with you.

The first on is a reading challenge!!!





I am reading 20 or more books I already own as part of the Contentment Reading Challenge  I will be posting reviews of everything I read so check back for lots of reviews.

But the challenge I am most exited about is...

I memorizing the book of 1 Peter as part of Meditations of His Love challenge and the 52 verses challenge!!






Would you like to join me for one of more of these challenges?  I would love you too!!

Merry Christmas!!

Remember the reason for the season as you have fun.

Writing Day

My dear friend Rachelle and I are trying to see who can write the most words today.  Right now I'm about 300 words ahead.  I am having so much fun with my new characters and stories, which I will be sharing with you soon.

Have you done any writing lately?

Christmas Lights in San Antonio

A couple of weeks ago, Mom and Dad took us to San Antonio.  It was a very fun day trip.  In the morning/early afternoon we visited the San Jose Mission, and that was amazing.  It was so cool to think that monks would leave the comfort of the European monasteries to come to Texas, and build a safe haven for the Indians to live, work, and learn about Christ.






We spent the evening on the Riverwalk.  Wow!  The Christmas lights were great!

Have a Merry Christmas!!

Multitudes on Mondays; Family Movie Fun

When my siblings and I were younger, we didn't watch a lot of movies with magic.  However, every once in a while, Mom would let us watch the old BBC Narnia movies or a Disney movie as a treat.  A few years ago, since we were all older, my parents introduced us to a film series that has become a family holiday tradition; the Santa Clause movies.

These movies are so funny (although due to the magic and the little boy's bad attitude I do not recommend them for young children), the acting is great, and they just leave you with a wonderful feeling.  I am so thankful for…


#70 Fun movies to share with the family#71 Movies#72 Warm blankets#73 Friends that live with me#74 Homemade Pizza#75 Soda#76 Christmas#77 Holiday characters#78 Parents that look out for me#79 A faith that makes Disney magic look hollow#80 Laughter

A Christmas Giveaway

Click here to enter to win the Charity's Diary series from the Meditations of His Love team.
Marry Christmas!! 

Multitudes on Mondays; Christmas Time

Christmas is a wonderful time of year.  For my family, it means many family centered events and activities, decorations  sneaking around buying/making gifts, and celebrating the birthday of Jesus. How fun is that? I am thankful for…

#61. The release of The Destiny of a Few
#62. Hot tea
#63. An amazing family
#64. Decorations that remind me a of the reason for the season
#65. A wonderful Christmas Party
#66.  Rain that will allow us to have a green Christmas after all#67. A fire place
#68. For time off from work and editing
#69. For the joy of the season
#70. For The child born in Bethlehem who is my savior and LORD