EmpowerMoms

This was my first book that I’ve read by this author. The book description sounded very intriguing! It was a longer story (384 pages) than I typically read, so it took me a couple days, but I didn’t feel it was too lengthy and drawn out. Just be prepared that you probably can’t read this book in one sitting.

Macy Wynn is an ER nurse so she’s seen alot of drama, but when people keep getting shot down by a sniper in her town, she wonders if they’re targeting her?

The other main character Deputy Fletcher Holt becomes involved as he and Macy try to find the killer and protect the ones they love. I love that they worked so well together professionally and personally.

This story is dramatic and traumatic, and very well written. I really enjoyed this past faced christian fiction.

I received a copy of this book complimentary from Tyndale Blog Network in exchange for an honest review on my blog and social media. All opinions are my own.

Book Description:
ER nurse Macy Wynn learned essential, gritty lessons in the California foster care system: land on your feet and trust no one. She’s finally located the fellow foster child she loves like a sister, but the girl’s in deep trouble. Macy’s determined to help, no matter what it takes. Her motto is to “make it happen” in any situation life throws at her―even when she butts heads with an idealistic cop.

Deputy Fletcher Holt believes in a higher plan, the fair outcome―and his ability to handle that by himself if necessary. Now he’s been yanked from Houston, his mother is battling cancer, and he’s attracted to a strong-willed nurse who could be the target of a brutal sniper.

When everything goes wrong, where do they put their trust?

About the author:
Often called the author of “medical hope opera,” Candace Calvert is an ER nurse who landed on the other side of the stethoscope after the equestrian accident that broke her neck and convinced her love, laughter–and faith–are the very best medicines of all.

Her popular medical drama series (Mercy Hospital and Grace Medical) offer readers a chance to “scrub in” on the exciting world of emergency medicine, along with charismatic characters, pulse-pounding action, tender romance, humor, suspense–and an encouraging prescription for hope. Think “Grey’s Anatomy finds its soul”!

A native northern Californian, mother of two and proud grandmother to seven, Candace is a passionate “foodie,” equally at home with a whisk in her hand as she is penning stories. Folks who follow her on Twitter and Facebook will find photo-embellished recipes,funny insights into the writing life, snippets of upcoming work, and a chance at book giveaways. Please visit her website at: www.candacecalvert.com.

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Just finished a conference call with my regional @noexcusemoms group and I am so excited to get started with my local #noexcusemom fitness group! I get to do all three things that I love to do at the same time!

1. Exercise.
2. Spend time with my boys.
3. Help others stay active and make new friends.

My local group will meet once a week alternating Saturday mornings and Tuesday nights. I’ve picked some great areas so the kids can play on the playground while we workout, or they can workout with us!

I know my 4 year old is super excited to meet some new play friends.

I still plan to become a certified personal trainer; but for now I’m going to concentrate on my family, church, work, and exercising with others.
I believe it’s so important to keep our bodies strong and fit so we can take care of our families and our kids every day.

I can’t tell you how much joy I feel when I am able to try new things, like the zip line and rock wall, because my body is physically in shape because I have been able to lose most of the baby weight (100 pounds I gained)!

It is so fun to be able to be physically active with my boys with playing sports and running around in the backyard with them. I was not able to do that very much when I was heavier. I was miserable and I knew that I wanted to change and lose weight but didn’t know where to start.

My goal is to be able to encourage and support other moms to become or remain physically active with their kids and family.
It does not mean that I am obsessed with exercise or nutrition every minute of every day. But I do intentionally make efforts every day to become a better and more fit mother.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/noexcusemomroanoke.va/

The purpose of this group is to serve as an inspiration and motivational hub for women who want to be healthy in Roanoke, VA.

We are based off of Maria Kang and her No Excuse Program. For more info please visit her website: www.mariakang.com

We encourage a healthy lifestyle approach to fitness. There is no quick fix, no one-size-fits-all approach. We do not endorse any specific products, only clean eating in moderation, enough workouts to challenge your body and finding a balance in your personal life that is sustainable over the long haul.

Please visit us at www.noexcusemom.com/locations for information on local No Excuse Mom groups.

“No Place to Hide” by Lynette Eason is book 3 of her Hidden Identity series.

“No One To Trust” is book 1 and “Nowhere To Turn” is book 2 published previously. I have read all three books but I feel like this book can be read as a stand alone book. From the first chapter it jumped right into the action with the characters and story line.

I love Lynette Eason’s writing! These series of books are fast paced and intriguing, that are clean (free of sex and language) with some christian elements. I liked the main characters Jackie and Ian, and I loved how they worked together to stay alive and had to depend on each other and God for help. I kept holding my breath wondering what would happen next.

I would highly recommend this book! You will not be able to put it down-it’s that good! This is a book that I will keep on my bookshelf so I can read it again.

I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Books, a division of of Baker Publishing Group, in exchange for an honest review on my blog and social media-all opinions are my own.

Amazon Book Description:
It’s not every day you see your childhood friend and one-time crush on national news. Jackie Sellers just wishes it were under different circumstances. She can’t believe that Ian Lockwood is wanted in connection with a terrorist plot, and she’s determined to find him and help him clear his name. But she’s not the only one looking. The FBI wants him captured. The bad guys want him dead. Ian just wants to stay alive long enough to save thousands of innocent lives.

Lynette Eason throws readers right into the action from page one, propelling them along a dangerous road and asking the provocative question of how far we’d be willing to go if we were up against a wall.

About the Author:
Lynette Eason is the bestselling author of the Women of Justice series and the Deadly Reunions series, as well as No One to Trust and Nowhere to Turn. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America. She lives in South Carolina. Learn more at www.lynetteeason.com.

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I haven’t posted my weekly fitness recap in a couple of weeks, so I wanted to update you with what program I’ve been doing.

I decided to sign up for a 6 week online summer slim down program with trainer Amanda and nutritionist Christy and I just ended week 3 of 6.

http://fitpregnancyandparenting.com/2015/04/10/6-week-summer-slim-down-register-today/
and
http://tinylittlechef.com/

Every week Amanda and Christy email me a new weekly menu for days Monday thru Friday and exercise schedule for days Monday thru Saturday. I wanted to share a couple pictures and thoughts about both aspects of the program since I’m halfway thru the program.

FITNESS:
Every week I have 2 rest days, leg circuit, abs, arm circuit and cardio. She rotates what I’m doing every week so its been different all three weeks.

On the first week I could tell she ment business because the schedule called for 10 sets of 10 burpees= 100!! ummm what??!! seriously though, it’s been hard but every day I’ve stretched myself and made it happen. I’ve done HUNDREDS of pushups, tricep dips, burpees, calf raises on the stairs, etc. I’ve used 15 and 20 pound hand weights-I never thought would be possible for me! For my cardio I’ve been doing alot of my indoor elliptical and some walk/jogging intervals at the park in the evenings.

Here’s some pictures from the last couple of weeks:

NUTRITION:
The weekly food plans and cookbooks provided are awesome! On week 1 I had to buy alot of spices because we don’t cook with many; but other than that, all the food is “normal” healthy, food. We buy alot of meat, fruits and veggies every week. There’s only been 1 or two things that I didn’t care for which isn’t bad after 3 weeks! All the recipes are easy to follow and my kids love the food too. Christy is also a chef so she uses spices and seasonings that compliment the food and make them taste yummy, but are still kid approved.

One of my favorite breakfast dishes now is the overnight oats. I’ll share more about that in another blog post.

Here are some pictures of some of my food I’ve eaten:

I have really enjoyed the program so far! I paid more for this bootcamp than I typically would, but I feel like it’s worth it because you are getting the fitness AND nutrition part of it-and both are professionals!

I will be doing the fit test at the end of the 6 weeks as well as measuring, so I’m excited to see my results. I post daily on Instagram if you want to check out more pictures. #6weekSummerSlimdown

http://www.walkathome.com/

Click on SHOP on the top right corner.

Don’t delay if you want to order something! Code expires TOMORROW May 10th to save 50% off everything in her store! Use code momdiscount

I must admit, although I have alot of her products, I couldn’t turn down an awesome 50% off sale. That’s unheard of!

I got 2 “kits” because it was just as cheap to get the dvd/walking belt and dvd/fit cuff than it was to just get the dvd or the accessory.

I also got replacement tubes and her soft hand weights. I LOVE her soft hand weights!! I got another pair of 2 pound ones because they are my favorite and a pair of 1 pound weights. She recommends that you don’t use more than 3 pounds when doing her dvds.

I’ve also been wanting a tshirt for years. I got a size Large and I think its unisex so its going to be big-I should have gotten a medium.

The last thing I’m really excited about was JUST released this week.
Walk to the Beat MP4 Player $39.00
Looking for a new walk option? Take our pre-loaded MP4 Player outside and walk to the beat! We have 21 songs engineered at the perfect pace for fitness walking…that’s 7 miles of walking! Mix and match your favorite songs to motivate your outdoor walk!

http://store.walkathome.com/product/walk-to-the-beat-mp4-player?product_id=WA229B-01
and
http://www.walkathome.com/mp4/

I got it for 50% off using the mothers day code. I will be trying it out this month and will do a separate blog post about it.

Comment below and let me know what Leslie Sansone dvds you enjoy.