Yes folks, it's time for another Blogging for Books give-away! I just couldn't resist the title: A Perfect Mess, I mean come on, it's the story of my life! Here's a quick summary:
Caught up in the self-imposed pressure to do and be all the things they think a Christian woman ought to do and be, countless women are working desperately to convince everyone, including God, that they have it all together. Few have any idea that the Creator of the universe looks at them with delight even when they yell at the dog, drive a minivan littered with French fries, or think bad words about that rude clerk at the store.
Can you relate? I certainly could and Lisa Harper has to be one of the most down to earth, tell it like it is authors I have come across in a while. By journeying through selected Psalms, she has the ability to bring you from belly laughing to deep thoughts all within a few lines. This book also has an 'Enough about me. What about you?' section that has several questions at the end of each chapter. This would also make it a good book for a bible study or small group. To be honest when I'm reading these kinds of things by myself, I usually just skim or skip sections like this, but I think I felt obligated to give this one my all because, well, you really should read the whole thing in order to give a true blue review. But, I'm glad I did because these were really good questions! It's like I would read one and the world would stop because I really had to get quiet and think about it, which is hard for me to do! Lisa Harper really has a way with words, and I don't want to say it is an 'easy' read because it certainly got under the surface for me, but maybe that it reads very easily because it is just filled humorous illustrations and hilarious stories from her own life experiences, and I just love that! I also just love the idea of a perfect mess, and the reminder that it's in those moments that we can rest assured that God is still behind us (or maybe even alongside us, aiding in the clean up efforts).
And now for the good stuff, I have one brand new copy of A Perfect Mess by Lisa Harper to give away! To enter the give-away, all you have to do is stand on your head and type 'the quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog' ten times. Alright, kidding. In the comment section, tell me about the biggest mess you made, or helped make, or had ringside seats to witness someone else make (come on moms, I know you've got some stories ;) The winner will be chosen at random on Tuesday, July 28th, but don't delay, comment today!
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Good luck and check back next week to see who the lucky winner is. I know people, it's not the lottery, but it is a free book (well free for you, I pay the shipping). But last time we had all of five entries, so odds are in your favor :)
So far our biggest mess with Abbie was when Mark was changing her on the bathroom counter and she shot poop 4 feet across it while he was in the process. The look on his face was priceless.
ReplyDeleteOk so Im totally drawing a blank here...I have been thinking all day about a mess Ella has made but either 1. she's just that neat or 2. I subconsciously do not allow her to have the chance to make a huge mess. Either way both are sad.. :-P
ReplyDeleteHey I'm always up for a good read, count me in! Thanks for emailing.
ReplyDeleteDid I mention that's a good summary of my life right now?!??!!!! If I'm not actively moving through the house cleaning up, the house disentigrates in just a few seconds....
ReplyDeleteI've also invited some people to enter through email (who are blog challenged) so per request I am entering Judy and Lisa.
ReplyDeleteOne just doesn't realize how sticky a gallon pitcher of sweet tea is until it is spilt on your kitchen floor and splattered on the walls, cabinets, table, you, and your precious little one, who looks at you like...I have no idea how that just happened. What a mess. I have more messes that come to mind if you have about a hour or so to listen. Ha Ha
ReplyDeleteoooh! I hope I'm not to late to enter! OK, a mess...Well, the other day when both of my kids were outside with Jason I walked out to notice that BOTH of them were standing right in the middle of a mud puddle that was more mud than puddle. I gave them both a bath right away, but the bathtub ended up being as dirty as they were...I know, not too exciting. I hope I win though!
ReplyDeleteone of my children's many messes...um... when jack was one and joe was a new baby we had many sleepless nights that left me barely conscious in the morning. well on one of these mornings jack woke up bright and early. i brought him downstairs to play with toys so i could just lie down on the couch for awhile...well the next time i openned my eyes jack had taken off his diaper...which of course was poopy and the poop was smeared on the floor, his bottom & legs, a few toys and the t.v. i guess that's what i get for trying to steal a few more zzz's.
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