It should not surprise us that, at the end of a journey, our destination looks different than we imagined at the beginning. It looks different up close.
I’ve missed you guys. It’s been a while. I got so engrossed reading that I was not so inclined to blog. Christmas stories, fiction or not are always the best reads during the Season. They give you that lift, something that inspire and teach the heart to appreciate simple things in life and enjoy those moments that are sometimes overlooked in this busy cosmos that we live in.
There is one author that I’ve blogged about more than I can count. He is an online friend at Facebook. Several years ago, I came across one of his books at National Bookstore but a P600 plus price tag back then was so expensive for me. I bought it just the same. The first paragraph got me hooked, it was a love affair with Richard Paul Evan’s books since then. His books are not normally carried here so most of the copies that I have are gifts from friends who know my penchant for collecting his works. Too bad, I lost some of them five years ago when we were hit by the disastrous typhoon Ondoy. A week ago, I was talking to a friend thru Viber when she said that she bought two copies of The Mistletoe Promise, the latest book of Richard Paul Evans. It’s one more lovely gift to add to my collection. A bookworm that I am, I searched the net if I could download an e-book copy. I finished it all in one day and he had me crying not because it was a sad story but it was so beautiful, uplifting and warmed my heart more than I care to admit. Richard’s books often make me cry. A story of redemption, forgiveness and love – subjects that I could wholeheartedly relate to. By the way, The Mistletoe Promise is a Christmas love story. I won’t attempt to make a review here, it’s for you to discover. Richard has just started a blog and he is asking his readers how often we want him to update it. I said I won’t mind reading a weekly post from him.
Do you keep a journal? I know some of you do. I just added a few wonderful quotes from Richard’s book. He said and I quote, “Anyone can open a book, not everyone can appreciate the beauty of the writing.” What I remember most though are these lines, “Everyone needs an emotional foxhole. A place to hide when life’s storms hit”. Even in the darkness of days, there are oases of joy.
I am very pleased that you enjoyed your new book so much. It has been a long time since I read an entire book in one sitting. It must be well-written, to capture you in that way.
Best wishes from England, Pete.
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I enjoyed the book Pete and I can’t wait to read the last installment of Evan’s The Walk series. I am always updated with all his works because we are online friends at Facebook.
Thanks a lot!
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Welcome back sweet friend, you’ve been missed. I’m so happy you’ve taken the time to read books that you love, as they do somehow refresh us — at least for me anyway. I adore Richard Paul Evans as well, and so excited each time one of his new books is released. Thank you for the heads up on The Mistletoe Promise, this sounds like a must read for me this season. Take care and Happy reading (blogging) to ya… 🙂
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You are a fan of Richard Paul Evans too? Wow, it is so nice to know that.I think The Mistletoe Promise is one of his best books.
I haven’t visited your blog yet, I am sure you have lots of posts now. Will swing by your blog soon. I hope you are doing well Laura. Warm hugs, take care too 🙂
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Hello there, sweet lady
I’m fine on this end, having to deal with lots of snow lately, but hey it’s Winter here, so I better make the best of it…Yes I love his books so much and I cry along with the chapters too. Have a wonderful weekend. Take care and happy blogging to ya… ❤
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I am so glad to hear that you’re doing well. Same here Laura, I always cry reading RPE’s books because his words touch the heart deeply and the stories always bring lessons in life that we could reflect on.
Sometimes I wish we have winter too but the months of December to January are the best months here – cold mornings, lovely days to spend just relaxing.
I could hear Christmas carols playing in every corner and it makes me happy 🙂
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As promised, Arlene…here I am. RPE’s …Promise will be finished by nightfall.
It gets real cold here and by 4:30pm it’s twilight. This is my first read for the term break. I have a pile of readings by the bedside. At least my mind gets occupied and I don’t have to mope over not being with the family in Cebu.
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Enjoy reading Ding, so happy to see you here. when are you coming home? You will surely miss Christmas celebration in Cebu.
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