Category Archives: books

My Favorite CW Books

Posted on June 27, 2012 by civilwarrose5

It’s Civil War Wednesday again!! Woo-hoo! I know that this upcoming weekend is the 149th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, but I know that everybody else will be talking about it so I don’t want to irritate you guys … Continue reading →

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Book Review – The Johnstown Flood

Posted on June 23, 2012 by civilwarrose5

I received the Kindle version of David McCullough’s book “The Johnstown Flood” for my birthday. It was on my Amazon wish list and my sister was nice enough to purchase it for me. I had seen this somewhere and thought … Continue reading →

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Beginning of a Library

Posted on March 21, 2012 by civilwarrose5

Last week I put the paint on the walls of the front bedroom, which will hopefully be transformed into my library. Monday night I painted the trim. Tonight my parents brought over my one book shelf and more boxes of … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Being George Washington

Posted on March 21, 2012 by civilwarrose5

I have finally finished reading “Being George Washington: The Indispensable Man, as You’ve Never Seen Him” by Glenn Beck. This was a very good read and I would highly recommend it to anybody who enjoys history or learning about George … Continue reading →

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Being Martha Washington…

Posted on January 30, 2012 by civilwarrose5

I have started to read the book “Being George Washington.” This is Glenn Beck’s most recent book. It’s not about politics or the stuff that he usually discusses on his radio show or GBTV. Instead, with the help of some well … Continue reading →

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Book Review – Learn Me Good

Posted on January 10, 2012 by civilwarrose5

After I finished reading the Vince Flynn novel on my Kindle I was looking for some more light reading. I have downloaded quite a few books onto my Kindle (have I mentioned that I love this device??), but a lot … Continue reading →

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Book Review – Transfer of Power

Posted on January 5, 2012 by civilwarrose5

This was the first book that I downloaded on my brand new Kindle Fire. I really enjoy Vince Flynn’s writing so I knew that I would enjoy this book. If you’ve ever read any of Tom Clancy’s books, then you … Continue reading →

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Book Review – The Friday Night Knitting Club

Posted on December 31, 2011 by civilwarrose5

Before I begin this review I should probably let you know that I didn’t finish this book. You will understand why in a moment. My sister handed this book to me and said, “This is really good. You should read … Continue reading →

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"Maid to Match"

Posted on October 25, 2011 by civilwarrose5

It has been a while since I’ve actually read a book straight through. I’ve got quite a few started, but I always get sidetracked and leave them sitting around with bookmarks waiting for me to return to them. Last weekend … Continue reading →

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More House Dreams

Posted on October 21, 2011 by civilwarrose5

Today I signed the insurance papers for the house, so apparently I have a closing date of November 1st. My lawyer has yet to tell me that, but let’s not get me started on them! In order to feel better … Continue reading →

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