I love to read! I am very fond of cracking open a book and reading words that I feel were written just for me. Emily P. Freeman’s new book, Simply Tuesday Small – Moment Living in a Fast – Moving World, is that kind of book. She takes a long look at the hustle and bustle of our world today and asks you to think about becoming a bench dweller in the middle of the chaos. By sitting down and allowing life to be what it is in that moment, we are in essence slowing down to see God in our ordinary.
Two weeks ago, I wrote my reflections about Simply Tuesday in more depth here. I connected Emily’s words to my heart and what it feels like to live in this world that strives for bigger and better at every turn. I also shared her words recently at a retreat in a house by a lake and spoke of the deep connections I felt while reading her words. I cannot say enough good things about this book except – buy it!!! 🙂
As a member of Emily’s launch team for Simply Tuesday, we were able to participate in a phone call with Emily. Imagine over a 100 ladies all on the line at the same time holding the phone close so as not to miss one word that she would share. The one thing I will leave you with is Emily’s Simply Tuesday wish – what she hopes you will know after reading her book…
She hopes that you know Jesus is with you and you don’t have to do it all. She wants you to remember that you don’t have to be big to chase something. Finally, Emily hopes that you see Jesus as a gentle friend as you are reading Simply Tuesday.
I am blessed to be able to give away one copy of Simply Tuesday to one lucky person. You can enter the contest below.
Since I only have one copy, I know there are many of you who would still love this book and its message of slowing down to discover real life in the small moments. Please head on over to simplytuesday.com to learn more and to order a copy for yourself.
Simply Tuesday Book Launch Giveaway
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Thank you for joining me today!
Mary
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I tend to get overwhelmed by everything that “needs” to get done, and by that, I mean everything that I think needs to be done. I tend to add unneeded things to my plate all by myself. Slowing down for the little things has been something I have been trying to focus on for awhile now, and still I don’t do very well at it some days. I can’t wait to read this book and discover all of Emily’s tips on slowing down!
I imagine most of feel exactly like you do. We see a to do list that looks overwhelming and sometimes we just step away from that lost and do nothing because it is easier. I am always thankful for taking the time to slow down because it makes a difference in my day and usually in my week too. I know you will love Emily’s book and I wish I had more than one to give away after the conversation last night at #fmfparty!!! Love and hugs friend!
This book sounds wonderful! Oh how I need to stop buying books though until I make my way through the 100 or so I have that still need to be read. 🙂 And the giveaway thingy said I already logged in with my email address but don’t think I did. Strange. But that’s okay. I will eventually get around to getting a copy for myself. Love you, friend. Love your beautiful heart!!! xoxo
The book is wonderful and one that I know you would truly love. I understand about not buying anymore books because I also have a big stack of books to read. I feel like I have made a dent in my pile but then I stopped to read Simply Tuesday and I have another book I am reviewing next week. I’m sorry of you were not able to enter the giveaway. That’s a bummer. Maybe it worked and we don’t know it!!! 🙂 Love you friend!!
I’ve always been so focused on meeting goals (which isn’t necessarily bad), but when it prevents me from stopping and enjoying the small things, that’s a problem. I don’t want to be so focused on a couple things that I miss all the lovely little moments. This would be such an encouragement to me!
Your words right here describe perfectly what Simply Tuesday is about. Not missing the lovely little moments and asking God to be part of our smallness is what Emily Freeman describes in her book. Thank you so much for being here.
I need to read this! So often I let anything and everything get in the way of what really matters — time with Jesus and my own spiritual growth.
This book will allow you to slow down and find God right where you are. It is so easy to let the world pull you away but understanding the ordinary that is found by sitting on a bench on Tuesday will bring you back to time with God. Thank you for being here.
Sounds like a great read. I’ve been hearing wonderful things about it. In the past few years, I’ve really simplified my life and given up things I once chased in order to pursue peace. How exciting to be in on the ground floor of this!
It was so much fun being part of the launch team for Emily’s book. Not only did I get to read an amazing book, I also got to hang out with her on the phone with 100 of my closest friends! 😉 It has been a blessing and one that I hope provides the chance for many to get their own copy of Simply Tuesday.
this book looks like a breath of fresh air. I would love to learn some new ways to stop and still myself in beauty and simplicity. Visiting from #tellhisstory. Thanks for stopping by my blog too!
So glad you stopped by. Simply Tuesday will speak into your heart and provide much needed words to become comfortable with slowing down to let God do HIs kingdom work right in your ordinary. Hope you win!
Very excited about Emily Freeman’s new book! I know I need to slow down, and I look forward to reading her book!
Emily’s book, Simply Tuesday, is simply a must read. I know it would bless you.
This is a busy time of transition for us… summer to school year, Georgia to Virginia, hubby unemployed to new pastorate. I’d like to honor the Lord in savoring His small blessings along the way (and encourage those around me, as well)!
You do have a lot going on in your life right now. I know this book would bless you in your transitions. Thank you for being here and joining in the conversation.
Hi Mary,
So kind and gracious of you to help launch Emily’s new book! Since I am on the “disabled list” I have more time on my hands to read…may just have to pick up a copy 🙂 Thanks for sharing your thoughts and insights!!
Blessings to you girl,
Bev
Oh Bev, this is a must read. Emily’s words are beautiful and speak deeply into those parts of who we are that it is okay to celebrate where we are right now in our life. I’m so glad you stopped by to join in the fun!
Sounds like a great read. Thanks for sharing.
It is a wonderful book that has really spoken to me right where I am in my life now. There is something so refreshing about reading about slowing down in a world that says go faster. Thank you for stopping by.
Sounds like a good book Mary.
I have never read anything ‘Emily’.
Hope to win one!
God Bless
It is a wonderful book! I hope you will consider putting it on your wish list even if you don’t win it. Blessings to you too!
Mary….thank you for the chance to win this book. If I don’t win, I will be adding this book to my reading list anyways. Have a great week.
So glad you stopped by today. You will love this book and I am thrilled that you will buy it anyway even if you don’t win. Good luck!
Would love a chance to win this book!
So glad you joined us today. Hope you stop by again.
I pre-ordered the book but if I win, I’ll either gift it to someone OR donate to our church’s library!
I would love for everyone to win and read the book but I love how you would share your extra copy with a friend. It is a book that will bless many!
What a great giveaway! I’ve seen others post about this book. On my list.
I think, off the top of my head, just allowing myself to just sit and read this book would be a huge inroad to letting go of the hustle and bustle my life.
You are right. The words in Emily’s book are one deep soul breath that fills you with God and His truths in the middle of your busy and messy. So glad you stopped by today. Blessings!
Emily is one of my favorite authors – her books are always on my wish list! Reading her words would help me slow down because it always feels like a conversation with a real heart friend when I dive into one of her books. Thank you for your review and this opportunity!
Emily is a gifted writer and her words always touch me deeply. I will be coming back to Simply Tuesday over and over because of the truth in her words. So glad you stopped by Rebekah!
Thanks for hosting this giveaway, Mary! Simply Tuesday is definitely on my wish list! I’m always in need of the reminder to slow down and take in the small, quiet blessings of stillness. Thanks for sharing!
You would love this book Kate! Just reading the words were like a deep exhale of all the chaos that I carry with me. There is something about being giving permission to celebrate your smallness and allow God to be on your ordinary because He doesn’t expect more than that. Thanks for joining me today.
Sounds like a great book Mary. Thanks for the review.
You are welcome, Debbie! Thank you for stopping by.
I will certainly go and check out Emily’s book. We need to find a way to live well in the hustle and bustle. I love the term “bench dweller,” especially if we are sitting with Jesus and letting him show us the extraordinary in the ordinary. Thanks.
Amen! I love how you described Jesus sitting with us to make our ordinary into extraordinary. This book is so pertinent to today and how we let the world dictate our schedules and who we are instead of being led by God. Thank you for stopping by.
Sitting on that bench. Oh yes, I’m there!
A big fan of Emily’s I am ….
I know you are a big fan. I hope you will consider buying this book. You will love how perfect it is for the time of life you are in right now. Love you girl!!!
I must get this book! What a wonderful phone call that must have been to listen in on, Mary. I’m so glad you had this opportunity, my friend. I’ll wait to see if I’ve won your generous giveaway before I order the book :). Much love to you! I hope all is well.
The phone call was such a highlight because she also gave us some writing tips. You definitely want this book. You will love it. Much love to you too!
Also, hearing her words in the midst of your wonderful devotion was SUCH a blessing! Your words are still speaking to me (as are Emily’s)!
Thank you for telling me this. I am blessed that Emily’s words as well as mine have been speaking to you. Have a wonderful week, friend!
This book is definitely high on my reading list, after you shared with us at #FMFRetreat. I’ve seen such wonderful things about it, and just can’t wait!! 🙂 I’m just sure it’s like reading a message from a friend, because Emily seems so sweet and open!
You are exactly right that Simply Tuesday is like reading a message from a friend. Emily is the kind of person you would love to hang out with on the bench. Hope you win!!! 🙂
Mary! It’s so great to visit here and to have a chance to win this book I’ve been wanting. Love your heart and your words. Thanks for using both to encourage me and so many others. 🙂 Write on, friend.
So glad to have you as always, Karen. Simply Tuesday is definitely a book you are going to want to read. It has made such a difference with me in how I look at this chaotic life we live in. Have a beautiful week, friend!