Ah, February. The shortest month. The month for all things chocolate and heart-y. And for my family, a big month of birthdays. On the blog today, I’m looking back at some fun that happened this month!
on the bookshelf
Only a few new books on the shelf this month….. which is probably a good thing. I need to catch up! The Sea Before Us by Sarah Sundin, As Easy As Riding a Bike by Bell Renshaw, Embers by Ronie Kendig, Out of the Ordinary by Jen Turano.
on the blog
Most popular posts:
- Top Ten Tuesday: 10 Best On-Screen Rom-Com Couples
- First Line Fridays ❤ Valentine’s Day Edition: The Breath of Dawn
- Favorite Quotes from “Persuasion” by Jane Austen
Most popular reviews:
- Love in Three Quarter Time by Rachel McMillan
- The Cupcake Dilemma by Jennifer Rodewald (+ Author Interview)
- Music Review: “Whole Heart” by Passion Music
on the screen
Gifted (2017) I finally watched this family drama starring Chris Evans. It was as delightful as a movie concerning a custody battle could be — and I mean that in the best way. Tiny moments of humor added levity to an otherwise thought-provoking story line dealing with questions of purpose, normalcy, and the importance of childhood.
I’m also working my way through the 2008 biographical miniseries John Adams. By next month’s recap, I’m sure I’ll have several thoughts on it!
What have YOU been watching?
around the web
With Valentine’s came some super fun romance-related posts! Like Carrie’s themed KissingBooks 101 “lesson” and Andi’s “guess that author” list!
The INSPYs are in full swing, as the advisory board members have been saying on social media. (FYI, INSPYs are the “bloggers’ award for excellence in faith-driven literature”). On March 1, potential judges can apply to participate in choosing the 2018 winners!
YOUR TURN! What exciting things happened for you in February?
The Green Mockingbird 
I loved that movie! I watched it some time last year and it was so good!
Thanks so much for the INSPYs shout-out, Courtney.
Also, YAY for seeing “Gifted.” So enjoyed that one. The humor was always timed so perfectly, and I thought the young actress who played Mary was superb (as was Chris Evans).