Because there is no such thing as too many books...

So head over here if you feel that your bookshelves could do with a little re-stocking. This lovely blog has 20 books available to be won, from poetry (there is classic Keat's that I'm eyeing up), to westerns, to classics, and to even blank journals. It's open internationally, and you are able to enter without needing to have a blog - it just helps if do, if you want further entries. :)

Pop over and indulge!

November Favourites

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What have I enjoyed the most about last month?

First things first - the most important article of last month was Things You Should Know About Introverts. Yes. Someone finally understands me!!!! I am an introvert, but am good at switching on an extroverted personality when the occasion or social settings around me demand it. Then of course you have to make people understand that, no, I'm not unhappy just because I'm being completely quiet and not interacting - I'm re-charging so I can be around you!!!
Of course, not all aspects of this article apply to me, but points 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, and 11 really make perfect sense.


And we have to have a new favourite blog - the Freckled Fox. I've half-heartedly skimmed through a few pages every now and then whilst 'blog-jumping' but after having a good read I really enjoy it. And her sense of style (though not always what I would wear) is impeccable.


How to Create a Blog Button (the simple way) Hopefully this still works. It helped me heaps, as I willingly admit that I really don't have much of a clue when it comes to blog design.


15 Things All Dads of Daughters Should Know Very important. My father's had six daughters to practice on but if more men could choose to be with and try to understand their daughters, then the domineering attitudes that so many women hold toward men could be quite different.


The Dinner Guest This is a short film/skit that I was part of with a couple of friends. We had an absolute blast writing a script, creating characters etc, and I'd love it if you hopped and gave us your views...


I'm Just Not Attracted to Him...  Read this!!!!! What if you admire a young man's heart but can't find it in you to admire the flesh that holds his heart? I highly recommend this article, and in fact this whole blog. I'm constantly on it. :)


Quaintrelle Another little gem of a blog that's worth following.


This soundtrack I LOVE IT!!! Way before I'd seen the movie, I used to cuddle up on our old couch with a good book and listen to this on tape. So many good memories! I have unashamedly declared to my whole family that I want to walk down the aisle to some of these pieces. :)


And to finish with, something timeless that seems to have escaped from my long-restrained romantic side - 9 Chivalrous Habits of a True Gentleman That Make Women Melt My personal favourites? Numbers 1, 3, and 5. Take note, single men.

Enjoy reading, and let me know if you found anything personally challenging...

October Favourites

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A collection of the articles, blog posts, blogs themselves, giveaways, online items/wish-list fodder and other random things that I really enjoyed this October. (And maybe a couple in November too!)

Ten Things You Shouldn't Say to Singles  This one speaks for itself. And the fact that it's first on my list says enough already.

This girl's style   It's so beautiful and vintage, not to mention she has an awesome photographer!

Consulting Fangeeks  This etsy store is the best yet that I have seen, far too many fantastic items and tons of Sherlock deliciousness!


Are You Fighting the New Greed?  Interesting article about how as women we can become dependant on technology for affirmation and purpose.

Out of My League  Yes, guys, this can be a great compliment, but quite often it's just an excuse not to be a man and fight your heart out for what you love. And that in itself is a far greater compliment then any sentiment you could express.

This amazing giveaway!   Have you heard of the P&P95 Forever club? If not, make sure you head over and indulge in some Janite rantings about how Colin Firth is the only Mr. Darcy. Their giveaway has only one prize available for aussie readers - there are more for those from the US, but it's still worth entering, and maybe even joining the club. ;)

This song  It's not generally something that I would enjoy or find entertaining, but, hey, let's keep surprising ourselves.


15 Honest Questions the Person You Marry Should Be Able to Answer  I don't agree 100% with every detail of this article - just because you can answer these questions doesn't mean you will be able to keep your answers when life gets hard. But I do believe every couple should be able to say why they love one another. "I love you because I love you" is a weak hope for a stable future.

Enjoy reading!