The Big Bang Theory 10.3

Working under the intense pressure of a two month deadline,the guys put in late hours and lots of coffee. At least, Howard and Leonard do. Sheldon refuses to touch the stuff until the Flash convinces him to try an energy drink. Once it wears off, the guys are even more annoyed by a very distracted Sheldon.

Amy and Penny attend a geologist;s party and are the only ones to show up while Raj helps a worried Bernadette try to set up her nursery while battling hormonal mood swings and concerns over whether she'll be a good mom or not.

I Wish He Had Come With Instructions Book Review

Title: I Wish He Had Come With Instructions

Author: Mike Bechtle

Genre: Nonfiction, Christian, Relationships, Marriage, Men, Humor,

Plot: The differences between men and women has fueled many books and movies, some to make fun of those differences and some to try to solve them. In that regard, this boo isn't any different than another relationship book, but it is unique in that it's by a man for women to learn how to appreciate those differences and live with them rather than a manual on ho to change the men in their lives.

With humor, Mr. Bechtle lays down a map to the man's brain and points out the unique differences and the areas that women can influence {habits} and the areas they can't change {genetics and how God wired the man}. If more women understand the differences, accept and appreciate them, more men will find themselves willing to change for their woman. And together, every couple can write their own instruction manual.

Likes/Dislikes: This book really is unique and fell in line with a lot of what my husband says about men, which was nice. And being reminded of the different ways I can appreciate my husband was a timely blessing. It never hurts to run little martial check-ups and remind your husband that he's the number one person in your life, no matter how rough or smooth things are going. But beyond that, this book wasn't anything new and it was excruciatingly repetitive. Copy and paste must've written half this book. Some of the stories were funny but the mind map wasn't a map at all and the chapter on red flags in relationships was completely useless.

Rating: PG-15 and up, mainly for content {its a marriage book}

Date Review Written: September 27th, 2016

I received a free copy of this book courtesy of the publishers in exchange for an honest review. I wasn't required to write a positive review and the opinions expressed in the above review are my own.

The Big Bang Theory 10.2

The guys meet with the scary military Colonel who, an engineer himself, is impressed with Howard being the brains behind the project. Sheldon was told not to speak but at this insult to his chosen career, he can't take it and promises to deliver the prototype in two months and smaller than they currently have it. This annoys Leonard and Howard till they see their new work space.

Meanwhile Bernadette is angry that word slipped out at work concerning her pregnancy and is worried that she'll lose her big promotion. Penny and Amy do their best to cheer her up.

The Big Bang Theory 10:1

The Big Bang Theory season 10 picks up whee season 9 left off - more precisely, the day after the gang gets together at dinner with Leonard's estranged parents. Leonard's father and Sheldon's mother left the restaurant together and turned off their phones, causing stress and drama for their sons and amusement for Penny. The next morning there is an awkward breakfast gathering wherein Sheldon asks some pointed questions, as is fitting his character. Meanwhile, Penny goes off to the airport and picks up her parents and brother. This lets us meet her mother and brother for the first time and they are quite entertaining.

And while all that family wedding drama is going on, Howard {still freaked out about the Air Force emailing him} gets a mysterious visitor.

All in all, a very fun start to the tenth season. I'm kinda surprised they did it this way, giving Penny and Leonard two weddings and not fast-forwarding through Bernadette's pregnancy to when she has the baby but we'll see how this all plays out.

A Super Upsetting Cookbook About Sandwiches Book Review

Title: A Super Upsetting Cookbook About Sandwiches

Author: Tyler Kord

Genre: Nonfiction, Cookbook, Sandwiches, Food, Humor,

Plot: Kord is the chef and owner of No. 7 Sub sandwich shop in New York and has his own unique cooking style, coupled with amusing ramblings on life, politics and food {just to name a few}. Teaming up with a very patient editor {we can assume anyways}, Kord presents to us his first cookbook entirely on unique sandwiches and boy, what sandwiches these are!

Divided into the following categories of Beef, Chicken, Sausage, Broccoli/Cauliflower/Asparagus, Muchin, Fried Things with Gooey Sauces, Seafood Explosions, Vegetable Purees, Meatloaf, and Veggie Burgers along with three additional categories for things to put into the sandwiches, this is a very well laid out book with lots of wonderful pictures to accompany the tasty recipes. So fry up some broccoli, put on some music and make an amazing sandwich.

Likes/Dislikes: While homeschooling moms will and should take a marker to the foul language scattered about before letting their junior chefs delve in, this book was overall very good and hilarious. Many of the recipes looked delicious, especially Chutzpah Express and Bacon Von Braunhut. I haven't yet made one of these recipes but when I next go grocery shopping, I'll hunt down the ingredients and hopefully try something new and delicious.

Rating: PG-15 and up, mainly for reading level and language.

Date Review Written: August 31st, 2016

I received a free copy of this book courtesy of the publishers in exchange for an honest review. I wasn't required to write a positive review and the opinions expressed in the above review are my own.

The Happiness Dare Book Review

Title: The Happiness Dare

Author: Jennifer Dukes Lee

Genre: Christian, Nonfiction, Self-Help, Happiness
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Plot: In a harsh world of cynicism, the hard and surprising truth is that God wants you to be happy. With bills piling up, medical issues and children screaming at you all day, this can be a very tricky idea to wrap your mind around but with a dose of humor, Lee helps you unlock the secret to happiness and gives you the tools to control your own personal happiness level.

In the book, you'll discover that genetics play a role in your happiness along with life circumstances {but not as much as you think} and your own thoughts. By changing the way you look at life and think about your circumstances and your day to day existence, you can reprogram your brain to be happier. And you'll get to learn a little something about yourself too by taking the quiz to learn what your happiness type is. So jump in today and let's be happy together!

Likes/Dislikes: I really liked the cover and was intrigued to learn how I could be happier. I don't usually read these kinds of books, especially when I'm working through unhappy issues. The first part of the book I just skimmed because it came across as a self-pep talk and was completely boring {of course, that could also have been sleep deprivation thanks to the new baby}, it was also very repetitive but the second and third parts were really intriguing, I liked reading about the happiness types and how to reprogram my brain with just five minutes a day. A lot of it sounded easy to do, especially since I try to do it anyways. I told my husband and mom they should read this book, and shared about it on Facebook so it must be a hit.

Rating: PG-15 and up, mainly for reading level and content {teens don't usually have problems being happy but ya never know. There's nothing graphic or bad in it so anyone can read this book}. Highly recommended.

Rating: Date Review Written: August 3rd, 2016

I received this book free from the publishers in exchange for my honest opinion. The opinions expressed in the above review are my own and I wasn't required to write a positive review.