I know that I’ve been MIA most of the past month, but I was so busy with all that comes with preparing for Christmas that blogging just never really made it to the top of the priority list! It’s a new year, though, and I’m ready to get back to it!
I’m joining Hallie and others at Moxie Wife this week for a Five Favorites post of my top reads for the past year!
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The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic
by Matthew Kelly
I love Matthew Kelly and this book is so practical and filled with so much truth. I love the prayer process that he outlines. Click here to check out some of my favorite quotes from the book!
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Running For My Life
by Lopez Lomong
This book is definitely one that alters your world-view. US Olympic Athlete Lopez Lomong’s journey from a refugee camp in Sudan to a life in America is so inspiring. God’s hand in his life is evident throughout the book and speaks to the truth that God has a purpose for each of us.
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One Thousand Gifts
by Ann Voskamp
This is such a beautifully written book! Voskamp definitely inspired me to be thankful for every tiny blessing that may typically be taken for granted or go unnoticed. It’s also a great reflection on the gift of grace.
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33 Days to Morning Glory
by Fr. Michael Gaitley
Along with many others who have gone through this retreat, I highly recommend this book to consecrate, or re-consecrate, yourself to Mary! Who better to shape and mold our hearts for Jesus than his mother?! (Thanks, mom, for giving it to me this past Mother’s Day!)
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My Life With the Saints
by Fr. James Martin
I really enjoyed reading how various saints impacted Fr. Martin. It really inspired me to want to grab a few biographies of saints and dig a little deeper! I already have a few on my “to-read” list, some of which he recommended in the book!
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I can’t wait to read so many more books in the coming months! Some of which include finishing Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s The Cost of Discipleship, Finding God’s Will For You by St. Francis de Sales, and Our Lady of Kibeho by Immaclee Ilibagiza.
What books impacted you this past year? What do you want to read in 2014?
A Dreamer's Wife 
# 2 and 4 sound awesome…adding them to my list!! I loved Ann Voskamp’s new book, have you seen it yet either?
I did see it, but haven’t read it yet. I’ll have to check it out!