OK once upon a time I used to read a novel a week. Then we had our toddler and I would read a novel a month. Then we had baby #2 and I started blogging and now I read a novel a year. So I was excited to get Once In Blue Moon by Eileen Goudge to review.
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I was glad to have a reason to actually sit down a read a book again! I hadn’t heard of Eileen Goudge before but she gets great reviews from the critics and I can see why many people love her novels. Once Upon a Blue Moon is the story of two sisters separated when they are little and placed in foster homes. One gets placed in a loving home and the other sister is bounced around to awful foster families.
They lead two very different lives and then reconnect years later. The story is all about whether or not they can become a family again. So if you want something that will draw you in quickly, with a very compelling storyline than I have the book for you!
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One to One Network is generously offering one reader a copy of Once in a Blue Moon as well as another Eileen Goudge bestselling book, Lady in Red.
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This is just a quick 24 hour giveaway. If you’d like to enter just leave me a comment and tell me how/when you fit reading into your busy schedule? The contest will end Wednesday 21st at 9pm PST. Please leave your email address so I can contact the winner!
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Disclosure: I was not compensated in anyway for this review. The opinions expressed are my own. I was provided a copy of the book by One to One Networks.
Hi there! I am a mom and a full time reading specialist! I fit my reading in during class when I am modeling "good reading habits" to my students.
– Kelly
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I used to devour books before kids…Now I find late evenings or business trips are the best! I can read a book while waiting on flights, on the plane, and it is a great way to pass time in the hotels!
I read after everyone has gone to bed and usually stay up WAY too late!
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I miss reading, but when I can I prefer to sneak in a few mins right after putting the kids to bed. Great way to unwind after a long day.
I never thought it would happen to me, but I'm a total bath tub reader! Haha
I leave books around the house and when I see both kids are playing and are content in what they are doing I sit near them and read a chapter or two.
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I used to read a book in and i kid you not an hour or two and now it seems like it will take me months to finish one…this kinda saddens me but with everyday activities and life in general it just hard to find the time…But when I do find time it tends to be late at night in bed when everyone is fast asleep.
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I too miss reading whenever I want but I like to cozy up and read a chapter or two (it's soo hard to stop sometimes!) in bed to whine down.
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I don't read as much as I did before I had my son, but it's still important to me. If I'm idle, I'm usually reading a book or a magazine. My son has picked up on it and has really gotting into books over the last few months. He's in second grade and is currently reading a book fom the fifth grade section of his school library!
I loveto read and try to fit it in late at night after the kids are in bed. Of course, I usually flip through all the free magazines first, because I get engrossed in a book and stay up too late and drag myself around for the next couple of days!
I used to read oodles & oodles but my eyes are getting weaker and my reading started slowing down.. I just couldnt understand it.. lol.
Eventually I got reader cheaters and I can read again. 😉
I grab a book when Im on my way to my nightly soak in the tub.. and then for a few minutes after I get in bed while I wind down..
Occationally, I'll spend an entire day in bed reading on the weekend.. course that just happened once or twice in the last year.. 😀
I don't get to read nearly as much as I used to- I've got a 2 year old and a 9 month old. I am an Engllish teacher, so most of my reading takes place in class. Romeo and Juliet, anyone? 🙂
Bridget
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I used to read 3 books a week but now that I have found the underworld of couponing I am lucky to get a book a month. I would love to try these books for a author I don't already read! Love finding new favorite authors!
Brittany
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I used to read 2-3 books a night… but with a 5 month old its a little difficult. I readon the weekends when he is down for his morning nap, and my husband is still in bed.
Kassidy
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Like you, and others here, I find it hard to have or make time for reading especially books, since I started couponing a month ago! I do read when I can although sometimes I read standing up. I'm especially interested in the book because I take care of foster children. In fact, that's why I read standing up when cooking or doing misc. things. When I sit there's a little one wanting to climb in my lap! 🙂
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The only time for redaing is when everyone is in bed!
Maria T O
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The only time I read these days is on my break at work – just too busy!
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I "have" to read at least a little everyday!I am a Grandma raisng 2 grandkids and and reading gets me "away" for a few minutes each day! I ususally read in the while they watch theri tv show.evenings
I read at lunch time. With my new job it is too far out to really go any where for lunch so I pack a lunch and bring a book…
I'm like you I used to read constantly. I have 3 kids ages 11, 7, and 2 so I am constantly on the run. I try to read before I go to sleep at night, but most times I am just too exhausted. I would love a new book.
Wow I am so with you! I use to read all the time now I fit it in when I am waiting in the car or after they go to bed, sometimes when they play really good together I can do it while they are running around outside, lol. Looks like a great story!
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I guess I am not the only one, who with 2 young kids finds it hard to read. But when I do get the chance, it is my escape.
katie
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I would love to win the books. I read while I walk my dog. He is a Yorkie and always goes the same way, so I just follow and read, holding on to the leash!
I used to read several novels a month. Sometimes many a week. Now I am the mom to six awesome kids. Although I still love to read as an escape from the craziness of life, I too, find it hard to squeeze in time. Sometimes I find time right before I go to sleep. I also try to have one with me when running errands so that if I am waiting at the doctors, or football practice, etc. I can read then. I have looked at this book at the store and have wanted to read it!! Thanks for the chance!!!
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I read while breastfeeding my son.
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Reading a book? That is not in my vocabulary with two kids. I mostly read magazines these days. I really want to make more time for myself and reading novels is something I enjoy. I think if I win this novel I will schedule a much needed pedicure and start reading again!!
Heidi S
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I was a voracious reader pre-children, but I still find that if I turn the tv off, there's plenty of time for me to sneak in an hour in the evening.
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I put kids to bed and read… then am tired the next day! 🙂
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In my classroom, the whole school does silent reading for a half hour a week (it would be more for me, but I teach math!), and I also read a lot at home while the tv is on…multitasking!
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I always try and read a little before a bed.
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Every now and then I get an afternoon off or a long lunch break. I use that time to either read or organize my coupons since my hubs is at work and the baby is already at daycare. 🙂 I used to not like reading either, now I think of it as relaxing, lol.
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I have been trying to fit "pleasure" reads into my schedule once a month, but it's difficult to read more when I already read so much for my grad classes. I never have time to pick out books or find something I think would be a good read!
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I love to read and have not read this book or author. When I had my kids the only place I could read for a few minutes was the bathroom. I would tell them that mom needed privacy and spend as much time as I could in the bathroom with my book. I could use a new read for my bathroom.
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I love to read, it makes me feel like I am in a different world!
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Melissa
I try to read whenever my daughter goes down for a nap and my house is clean… not very often. I wish I could more.
Kerry C.
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I used to read a book in two days ( before kids)). Now I read when I'm waiting to pick up my son from school, and right before bed. Becky [email protected]
I sneak away late at night to cuddle up and read.
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Oh, I so feel your pain about not having the time to read anymore. Now all it seems that I read are books for work. Please enter me – raerae177 at hotmail dot com
It's funny – most answers are like mine – late at night too. I have read this author – she's great.
I usually read when my girls are napping or after they've gone to bed at night. It's a great way to connect with the adult world again!
Aimee
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On those nights that I don't fall into bed after midnight and pass out immediately, I read with a booklight in bed. It really relaxes me and helps me think about something other than my to-do list. Plus, by using the booklight, I don't have to get up to turn the light off!
My girls are school age, so when they have to read for their homework we all sit down with our own good book and silent read for while.
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I love to read and find it hard to fit it into my busy day but this book sounds like one I need to read.abbiegalsm at hotmail dot com
I need to read more. I used to read all the time but now, since the time is short with the 2 girls and another one on the way, I read romance novels before bed to relax. I would LOVE something like this!
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I think I'm like most moms of really young kids and usually only get to read while they're sleeping. I do love a good book though!
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I get to read for about 30 minutes a day while I'm in the sauna at the gym. It's great! I get to detox my body and relax with a good book at the same time. I LOVE my sauna time and actually wish I could stay in there longer then 30 minutes without passing out so that I could keep reading! 🙂 Having two new books to read while I sauna would be awesome!
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hi! I'm a new mom and i also hold down a full-time job while my husband cares for our son. i've always LOVED reading, and right after we put our little one down for the night, my hubby and i snuggle up on the couch and read for an hour before we go to bed. it's our favorite nighttime ritual to help us both unwind, and we'd love some new material! [email protected]
I try to read for a while before I go to sleep each night.
I fit reading in when my kids are all at school and it's so nice and quiet. Ahhh… Please enter me for the giveaway. I'm at [email protected] Thank you