The magic of ordinary days synopsis: The magic of ordinary days is a novel written by Ann Howard Creel. The story is set during World War II and revolves around a young woman named Livy Campbell. Livy's life takes a dramatic turn when she discovers she is unexpectedly pregnant by a young pilot who is off fighting in the war. Forced to marry a shy and practical farmer named Ray Singleton, Livy is taken to a remote town in Colorado to start a new life. At first, Livy is discontented and struggles to adapt to her new surroundings. However, as time goes on, Livy begins to appreciate the simple pleasures of rural life and find solace in the beauty of the ordinary days.
If you rent a bounce house, you’re looking at spending $60-$100 per rental – that can add up FAST. The Magic Castle is less than $300 on Amazon, so you get MUCH more value for your money. In the two weeks we’ve owned the bounce house, we’ve used it on 6 different days, and multiple times on some of those days! We know we’ll get a lot of use out of it year-round (just think about snow days, parents! No more wondering how to keep your kids from going stir-crazy… you can just blow up the Magic Castle and let them get all of their energy 0ut!).
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However, as time goes on, Livy begins to appreciate the simple pleasures of rural life and find solace in the beauty of the ordinary days. She forms a bond with Ray's sister Martha, who helps her adjust to her new life, and takes comfort in the close-knit community that surrounds her. Livy also discovers a passion for botany and begins studying and collecting wildflowers in her spare time.
Blast Zone – Magic Castle XL 10 – Holiday Gift Guide Review
Bounce castles!! One of the things I loved as a kiddo, and my kids love, but we don’t really have access to very often. I mean, our weather sucks about half the year, and even then, there are some places where you can pay to play in bounce houses. Still, they have an age limit of 12, and that pretty much rules out Sisi and Kat. So I was excited when I got accepted to review the Magic Castle XL inflatable bouncer! Plus, since we have monthly parties are my parents place anyway, this would give all the kiddos more to do during them!
This bounce house has a 10 x 10 bounce area, can have up to 5 kiddos at a time (less if you have bigger kiddos, so I had Kat and Sis bounce when there were no little ones..) and sets up super easy! It inflated in less than two minutes. Really, I’d say that the hardest part of having a bounce house is getting the thing to fold up nicely once you’re done with it. >.> We’re… still trying to work on that.
The bounce and slide surfaces of our Blast Zone Magic Castle XL bouncy castle are commercial grade. So no cheap stuff here! We did take it to the October birthday’s party at my parents house and it held up fantastically to all the kids. Who even used it as a base every now and again during their nerf gun fight! You can go to http://www.blastzone.com to look at all they have to offer, both commercial and home use inflatables can be found on their site.
As you can see by the pictures, I set it up before the party, so Risi could experience the castle without other kids there just in case she got nervous with a bunch of bigger kiddos bouncing around her. She had a blast for a bit, and then I decided that she’d probably do better with a sibling. So I had Risi come over from her dads since she was gone for the weekend! I am so glad that I found out about the Magic Castle XL and that Blast Zone has a fantastic selection of home inflatables, which you can find at http://www.blastzone.com/shop/pc/Home-Inflatables-c37.htm
Lisi had a lot of fun, but bouncing is very hard work! Had the weather been better (aka not fall!) when I was approved to review one, I would have picked one of their inflatable water slides to buy! They offer some super awesome ones there! My particular favorites are the Pirates Bay play park, Princess Palace and the Rainforst Run Commercial 360 inflatable Obstacle. It’s… amazing, huge, but amazing! It’s the type of thing you’d see at a carnival or something for sure. You can check all of those out at http://www.blastzone.com/shop/pc/Inflatable-Water-Parks-c3.htm!
Our family parties and in general our warm good weather days are going to be so much more awesome now with our Magic Castle XL giving another reason I can throw the kids outside to do something other than maybe play in the pool, ride their bikes, or whine that they’re stuck outside. 😉 I’m so happy we have one, and… if I was smaller I would totally play in one too! I’m still a kid at heart (okay okay, more than at heart I’ll admit!) maybe if I lose enough weight I can go in for a short time?
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Livy's life takes another unexpected turn when a German prisoner of war named Friedrich arrives in town to work on Ray's farm. Livy finds herself drawn to Friedrich's intelligence, kindness, and love for music. As Livy and Friedrich spend more time together, their friendship deepens and Livy begins to question her feelings for both Friedrich and Ray. Meanwhile, Livy's secret pregnancy starts to become visible, leading to rumors and judgment from the townspeople. Livy's relationship with Ray becomes strained as he begins to suspect the truth. Livy must navigate these complicated emotions and choices as she tries to find happiness and purpose in her new life. The magic of ordinary days explores themes of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, and the power of finding beauty in the simplicity of everyday life. Livy's journey of self-discovery and growth is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of embracing the ordinary..
Reviews for "Embracing the Magic in the Everyday: Celebrating the Beauty of Ordinary Life"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I found "The Magic of Ordinary Days" to be quite boring and slow-paced. The story did not captivate me as I had hoped it would. The characters felt flat and lacked depth, making it hard for me to connect with them on any level. The plot, too, felt predictable and lacked any real surprises. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and would not recommend it to others.
2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I found "The Magic of Ordinary Days" to be a mediocre read. The writing seemed average, and the story was not particularly engaging. The romance felt forced and unrealistic, making it hard for me to root for the characters. Additionally, the pacing was off, with some parts dragging on while others felt rushed. Overall, I was underwhelmed by this book and would not read it again.
3. Michael - 1/5 stars - I really did not enjoy "The Magic of Ordinary Days." The writing style was dull and lacked any real flair. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any depth or development. The plot felt contrived and predictable, leaving me uninterested in the outcome. I was disappointed by this book and would not recommend it to anyone looking for an exciting and engaging read.
4. Elizabeth - 2/5 stars - "The Magic of Ordinary Days" did not live up to my expectations. The story held promise but fell short in execution. The writing felt disjointed and lacked a clear flow, making it hard to stay engaged. The characters were forgettable and their actions often felt forced. Ultimately, this book left me unsatisfied and unable to fully appreciate its supposed magic.
5. Robert - 3/5 stars - While "The Magic of Ordinary Days" had some redeeming qualities, it ultimately failed to fully capture my attention. The plot had potential, but the execution felt lackluster. The pacing was uneven, with some parts dragging on while others felt rushed. Additionally, the characters lacked depth and their actions often felt illogical. Overall, I found this book to be an average read that failed to leave a lasting impression.