Tag Archives: Julie Arduini

Are You a Speed Reader? by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 27, 2012 by juliearduini

Thanks to a right broken wrist, I’m behind on writing goals. Although my fall could have been worse, I’m thankful I can still Kindle read with ease. I recently found a fun link through Facebook that sent me to Staples. … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged broken wrist, Julie Arduini, Kindle, reading, speed reading, writing | 5 Comments

Ever Have to Break Up?

Posted on June 13, 2012 by juliearduini

My love for reading is so deep I would get in trouble in school for reading ahead. Books were loyal friends that kept me guessing. I was able to travel around the world without leaving my room. The characters weren’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged authors, breaking up, fiction, Julie Arduini, obsessed with books, stand alone titles | 1 Comment

CHRISTIANS READ MEGA CONTEST AT THE BOOK CLUB NETWORK

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Vicki Hinze

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Christians Read has teamed up with The Book Club Network for a special contest. Details follow! June 19-21 Enter the contest atThe Book Club Network HERE. Contest runs for the month of June. Be sure to enter–otherwise, you … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged BCN Contest, books, Camy Tang, Christian fiction, Christian nonfiction, Christians, Christians Read Contest, Elizabeth Goddard, Hannah Alexander, James L. Rubart, Julie Arduini, Kathi Macias, Lynette Sowell, Maureen Lang, novels, reading, Sarah Goebel, The Book Club Netowrk, Vicki Hinze, Yvonne Lehman | 2 Comments

The Fifty Shades of Gray Comments Over The Fifty Shades of Grey by Julie Arduini

Posted on May 30, 2012 by juliearduini

I know, the blog title is a bit complex by design. I don’t have time to do this often, but when there is a blog post in cyberspace that garners a lot of comments, I’m as intrigued by the comments … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged blog comments, Christians and the marriage bed, Dannah Gresh, Fifty Shades of Grey, Julie Arduini, Pure Freedom | 13 Comments

Summer Reading

Posted on May 16, 2012 by juliearduini

With eighteen days of school left, everyone in the household has summer in mind. Lemonade packets face front in our cupboards and the hot chocolate hibernates in the back. My husband plans to drain the pool cover and ready things … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged books, e-readers, Empowering Christian Women, fiction, Julie Arduini, non fiction, outside reading, summer reading, Vessel Project | 4 Comments

Matthew 27: Wondering What Happened on Saturday by Julie Arduini

Posted on April 4, 2012 by juliearduini

Matthew 27 (verse from BibleGateway.com) The Guard at the Tomb 62 The next day, the one after Preparation Day, the chief priests and the Pharisees went to Pilate. 63 “Sir,” they said, “we remember that while he was still alive … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged Barabbas, crucifixtion, Easter, Good Friday, Jesus, Julie Arduini, Matthew 27, Resurrection | 1 Comment

Titanic Reads

Posted on March 21, 2012 by juliearduini

I’m a history fan, one who has missed more than one writing opportunity because I was watching too much History channel. I’m also a reader that often goes through books by author or topic. With the 100th anniversary of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, Yvonne Lehman | Tagged A Bridge Across the Sea, A Night to Remember, Antique Dreams, April 14, By the Light of the Silvery Moon, Cathy Gohlke, Echoes of the Titanic, Explore Titanic, Hearts that Survive, Janice Thompson, Jonathan B. Martin, Julie Arduini, Kathleen Kovach, Mindy Starns Clark, Pamela Griffin, Paula Moldenhauer, Peter Chrisp, Promise me This, Queen of the Waves, Rhonda Gibson, The Surrendered Scribe, The Titanic for Young Readers, Tiffany Amber Stockton, Titanic, Titanic: Legacy of Betrayal, Tricia Goyer, Water Lord, What's in your closet?, Yvonne Lehman | 4 Comments

The Discount Store Lesson

Posted on March 7, 2012 by juliearduini

Whether it’s normal or not, I’m the kind of person God uses the daily things of life to teach me more about Him and myself. Years ago I blogged about how my fear of the biscuit tube exploding reminded me … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged cosmetic change, freedom in Christ, Julie Arduini, remodeling, restoration, scaffolding, The Surrendered Scribe, toxic environment, Trusting God, wounds | Leave a comment

Being a Bridesmaid

Posted on February 22, 2012 by juliearduini

Last week my schedule slowed down compliments of bronchitis, a sinus and ear infection. The day I felt the worst I laid low with the television remote by my side. First I watched The Proposal back-to-back, even though I’ve seen … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged author, bride, bridesmaid, Julie Arduini, leadership, ministry, published, The Surrendered Scribe, waiting for the call, writing | 3 Comments

Hotter than Legwarmers and Sixteen Candles in the 80’s: Pinterest

Posted on February 8, 2012 by juliearduini

I’m a Gen X’er who grew up with preppy collars and leg warmers. If you remember Sixteen Candles, the movie where all girls my age wanted Molly Ringwald’s pouty lips and the character Jake, you also recall how fast trends … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged authors, buzz words, Facebook, Julie Arduini, marketing, pins, Pinterest, social media, Steve Laube, The Surrendered Scribe, trends, Twitter, virtual cork board, writing | 4 Comments

It Really Is a Small World

Posted on January 25, 2012 by juliearduini

This real life experience is so surreal that I thought I’d share it with you. I think what intrigues me the most, given how expansive our world is because of social media, God still gives those small world moments, too. … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged Aaron Paul Lazar, Adirondacks, Chas Johns, contemporary romance, Elaine Miller, Geneseo, God at work, happy coincidence, Julie Arduini, mystery, small world, Speculator, Splashes of Serenity, Tall Pines mysteries, The Surrendered Scribe, Upstate NY | Leave a comment

How to Create a Prayer Covering

Posted on January 11, 2012 by juliearduini

In my last post about how to avoid great expectations that lead to disappointment in the new year, I promised to post today on what a prayer covering is and why I’m so passionate about it. I’m not the first … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged intercession, Julie Arduini, ministry, prayer, prayer team, Robin Lee Hatcher, serving God, The Surrendered Scribe | 2 Comments

How to Avoid Great Expectations in 2012 by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 28, 2011 by juliearduini

With Christmas behind us, the conversation of the week seems to be about resolutions. People are reflecting on their year and making goals for the new one. I giggled watching Live with Kelly as Kelly Ripa mentioned resolutions and how … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged all or nothing, eating the elephant one bite at a time, goals, God, great expectations, job, Julie Arduini, ministry, New Year, New Year's Resolutions, prayer, tasks, The Surrendered Scribe, weight loss, writing | 1 Comment

Beyond Rudolph by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 14, 2011 by juliearduini

I grew up with the Rankin/Bass produced TV Christmas specials and with as many advances as I’ve seen in technology, nothing new in the Christmas special offerings can hold a candle to those first programs. One of my favorites was … Continue reading →

Posted in Julie Arduini, Uncategorized | Tagged A Doll for Sue, airplane, allegory, being unique, bird fish, Charlie in the Box, Christ, Christmas specials, cowboy, Gospel, Heaven, Julie Arduini, King Moonracer, Misfit Island, ostrich, Rankin/Bass, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, special needs children, spotted elephant, squirt gun, The Surrendered Scribe, toy boat, trainer | 8 Comments

A Pleasant Surprise: Rejection

Posted on November 30, 2011 by juliearduini

I enjoyed a lot of nice surprises this month. My sister delivered a beautiful baby boy the day before Thanksgiving, erasing the memory our family held for years where that day was always the day our baby nearly died. Talk … Continue reading →