It was brought to my attention that I overlooked getting all your email addresses! EEP. The form is now updated, but I don’t want you to have to fill it out again if you already have. So please PLEASE do me a favor and send me an email to roses7184@gmail.com with your name attached so I can file it with your form! Otherwise I may not be able to send you your swap partner info. Thanks all, and sorry for the mistake!

Rest In Peace Martin Osuna Torres 1928 – 2011 A loving grandfather, a sharp dresser, and one of those people who just filled the world with light and love wherever he went. I’m back. This week has been full of friends, food and family. My grandpa’s life was celebrated to the fullest, and now we’re ready to remember the good times and move forward again.  Thanks for waiting on me.

I had to share this because it made me giggle like mad. It isn’t important, it may not even be funny to you, but it made me crack up! If you like Jersey Shore….. well, I apologize. New post going up tomorrow! I’m working on getting things scheduled now so there won’t be anymore random bouts of radio silence. Hello to my new followers! Welcome and you rock in advance! Also, don’t forget about the Spooky Swap my friends. It’s gonna be a blast. Until tomorrow, love, hugs and books.

YUP IT’S BACK! We had a great turnout last year, and I’m looking forward to an even better one this year. Spread the word, it’s time to do some swapping! Give a package, get a package. That’s the way it works! Think early holiday gifts, or better yet a pick me up for a dreary time of year. No matter what, it’s sure to put a smile on your face! To start, if this is your first swap please make sure to read the General Guidelines for answers to any and all questions you might have. If you get to the…

Hi all! I know you haven’t seen me around here a lot lately. Blogging has become a bit lower on my priority list, as I finally (FINALLY) picked up an extra job to help with bills. Bright side? More money! Downside? Lots more time spent going back and forth and actually working. I can’t complain, I’m just being honest. Things are finally settling down now that I’m on day 5 of doing both. I’m finding a happy medium between working, chores (include napping here), work related paperwork, and blogging. I think I’m going to go to the old standby of…

For all you “Beach Reads” Summer Reading Challenge participants. The giveaways and the linky for August are extended (so they will still be open) until September 5th. I won’t have time to close them and tally them until then anyway, so enjoy. There is one more giveaway that goes up tomorrow. All giveaway winners will be chosen on the 6th. Don’t forget that you can enter the giveaways even if you aren’t participating. Thanks guys! Click the banner for the homepage

I know I haven’t been around a lot lately, and so you all deserve a hug for sticking with me. Let me tell you that this has been a pretty difficult set of weeks, and yet I feel like I’m stronger because of them. My determination to stay happy in spite of circumstances is really driving me to be productive and have a good outlook. Of course it does help that I have great friends! *smiles at all of you* My grandfather is really ill. He’s home now, but chances are he won’t be around much longer. If I’m not…

Wow. How long has it been since I’ve actually written something on here that wasn’t a guest post, a Summer Reading Challenge post, or a review? I can’t even remember. Things have been flying by and I’m just holding on to the kite string for dear life. Loving every minute of it too. Let’s see. What’s new in my life? Well, we got FIOS! My awesome, old, built in the 1960’s apartment finally got rewired to host this awesome service. Now my Internet is lightning fast, our TV is awesome, and I’m a happy girl. Have I mentioned I’m addicted…

We all love books, and we all love to win things. Why not do both at the same time? Looking for a specific page? You’ll find it here! Updated weekly with everything that is challenge related. Looking to sign up?  Who is participating in this crazy thing? I can’t find the August link page, help! EVENTS Note: All giveaways have been switched over to entry forms. Please make sure to fill out your information correctly. All giveaways end at the conclusion of the event. Entries must be in no later than August 31, 2011.** ** (with the exception of monthly giveaways…