The price of the MagicJack is relatively affordable, making it an attractive option for those in need of a cheap and reliable phone service. The device itself typically costs around $39.99, and it includes one year of free calling to the United States and Canada. After the first year, users have to pay an annual fee of $39.99 to continue using the service. While some may argue that this annual fee adds to the overall cost of the MagicJack, it is still significantly cheaper compared to traditional phone plans offered by major providers.

The Magic of Ordinary Days

During the latter years of WWII, circumstances in Olivia Dunne’s life suddenly change. The death of her mother followed by a failed love affair leaves her unable to realize her dream of studying archaeology in far-off places. Her father hastily arranges her marriage to a farmer in southeastern Colorado. Seeing no other choice, she leaves her home in Denver and takes the train to meet her husband-to-be.

The world and work of Ray Singleton couldn’t be more foreign. With no close neighbors or work of her own to do, Olivia reaches the point that she fears for her own sanity. Then she meets two young women, Japanese-American sisters interned at a nearby camp. They offer her companionship and take her mind off of her own despair. But the way in which they ultimately change her life is quite different from what she could ever suspect.

Ann Howard Creel captures the quiet vastness of the landscape and the secret, hidden spaces in the heart with eloquence. She shows how life’s disappointments can sometimes lead to surprisingly fulfilling opportunities. This novel is based on actual events.

The Magic of Ordinary Days

During the latter years of WWII, circumstances in Olivia Dunne’s life suddenly change. The death of her mother followed by a failed love affair leaves her unable to realize her dream of studying archaeology in far-off places. Her father hastily arranges her marriage to a farmer in southeastern Colorado. Seeing no other choice, she leaves her home in Denver and takes the train to meet her husband-to-be.

The world and work of Ray Singleton couldn’t be more foreign. With no close neighbors or work of her own to do, Olivia reaches the point that she fears for her own sanity. Then she meets two young women, Japanese-American sisters interned at a nearby camp. They offer her companionship and take her mind off of her own despair. But the way in which they ultimately change her life is quite different from what she could ever suspect.

Ann Howard Creel captures the quiet vastness of the landscape and the secret, hidden spaces in the heart with eloquence. She shows how life’s disappointments can sometimes lead to surprisingly fulfilling opportunities. This novel is based on actual events.

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amibunk's review against another edition

Trust, true love, knowing one's self; these are all issues discussed in The Magic of Ordinary Days. The main character, Olivia, must decide where she belongs and whom she should love. Well-written, thought provoking, and with decidedly descriptive language, this novel stays with the one who reads it,

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lizaroo71's review against another edition

A glimpse into Livvy's life: single and pregnant. The daughter of a reverend, her father makes arrangements for Livvy to marry so the child knows a father. The real father of the hold is a solider sent off to the battlefields of WWII.

Livvy makes her way to Colorado to marry a man she has never met. It is here, on his farm, that Livvy learns about friendship and love.

She meets two young Japanese sisters that are in an internment camp nearby. Livvy begins to understand that it is important to make the most of what you have and not to dwell on what isn't around.

A quick read with a rich setting.

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kortirion's review against another edition

I liked this book well enough but was disappointed that the story ended as soon as the main character realized she was in love. Life isn't a fairy tale, people. I would have liked to have seen the story continue--how did the community react when she had her baby? Truthfully, I guess romances just don't normally cut it for me.

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mairennarteaga's review against another edition

Eh

It was a cute story but it was so slow and relatively boring when it had a lot of potential sadly.

amalies's review against another edition

I really enjoyed this book. I am drawn to information about WWII that doesn't involve the European front, but rather the Japanese front, the internment camps here in America and how the war was affecting people who weren't directly involved with the actual battles and troops living in their homes and cities. This story is about a woman growing to know herself, receive forgiveness and move on from death and pain and everything in between. I liked that a story about a persons life was written directly alongside a current event like the war. This is how our own lives happen everyday and her inner dialog really shows how the world around us really changes how we perceive things and decide who we are. The conclusion of the book was very good. The voice that lead me to understand that this book was Olivia talking abut her past really kept me on the edge needing to know the ending the entire time.

momma2thegs's review against another edition

This isn't my normal type of book. I picked it because I am on a waitlist for others and it sounded interesting. I am so glad I came across it. I thought it was a great book.

The Magic of Ordinary

One of my go-to movies is, The Magic of Ordinary Days, based off the book by Ann Howard Creel and made into a Hallmark movie. I believe, we all have that movie we like to watch when we just want to be mopey, have a good cry or just want to have a feel-good moment. The plot of the story is not overly important to this blog post. What is important is the title: Magic of Ordinary Days. It is one that I have been thinking about for some time as I reflect and write about our everyday life for Indianapolis Moms Blog. Magic should be a part of every day, but does it have to be extravagant and planned out?

While some may argue that this annual fee adds to the overall cost of the MagicJack, it is still significantly cheaper compared to traditional phone plans offered by major providers. These providers often charge much higher monthly fees and come with additional costs such as activation fees and long-term contracts. In contrast, the MagicJack comes with no hidden fees and no long-term commitment.

Surrounded by Magic Makers

My college years were surrounded by artistic greatness. I went to a top art school, Ringling College of Art and Design and had the pleasure of witnessing young artists turn into amazing people. These are people creating the books I read to my son, the toys I buy, the movies we watch, acting in commercials for favorite products, teaching others the passion of creating and countless other creative outlets (festival poster artist, tattoo artist, painter, children’s programming creator, video game creators and even a monk). I am forever grateful to have known these people and be inspired by them. I try to take teachings I learned and continue to learn from them to apply to my everyday life.

Moreover, the MagicJack offers a range of features that are typically found in more expensive phone services. These features include voicemail, call waiting, caller ID, call forwarding, and conference calling. The device also allows users to make international calls at lower rates compared to traditional phone services. Furthermore, the MagicJack provides the convenience of being portable, as it can be easily connected to any computer or phone through a USB port. This means that users can make and receive calls anywhere as long as they have an internet connection. Overall, the price of the MagicJack makes it an affordable option for those in need of a reliable phone service. Despite the additional annual fee after the first year, it still offers significant savings compared to traditional phone plans. The range of features and portability of the device further add to its appeal, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious consumers..

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