Just Give Me a Little Piece of Quiet: Daily Getaways for a Mom's Soul [Paperback]

Lorilee Craker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2005

Most moms with young children struggle to find a little peace and quiet for themselves in the midst of their hectic days, and setting aside time to spend with God can be even harder. They need devotions that fit their busy schedules and meet them where they are. Lorilee Craker's short readings are just right for these moms. She lends her engaging writing style to personal stories that moms will find encouraging, often funny, and oh-so-familiar. Each reflection is related to a biblical truth and bookended by a verse at the beginning and at the end. Just Give Me a Little Piece of Quiet invites moms to retreat from the day's pressures and be refreshed for tomorrow's possibilities.

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Retreat from the day's pressures and be refreshed for tomorrow's possibilities

Do you struggle to find a little peace for yourself in the midst of your hectic days? You'd like to step off the mommy treadmill for a little while, and set aside some time for yourself and for God.

Just Give Me a Little Piece of Quiet is your daily getaway. Bookended by Scripture, Lorilee's stories and tips for moms in the trenches are a great way to revitalize the spiritual person inside--you know, the beautiful person hidden behind the fight-refereeing, sleep-deprived woman your kids refer to as "Hey, Mom."

These short devotions help you laugh at life's most embarrassing moments, remember treasured memories, and put things back into perspective. And when patience is running thin, Lorilee reminds you why you were so excited to have those little ankle-biters in the first place. It's just what you need to survive those crazy days!

Lorilee Craker is the author of eleven books, including the New York Times bestseller Through the Storm with Lynne Spears and Money Secrets of the Amish. When she's not shuttling her three children to hockey, gymnastics, and everywhere in between, Lorilee moonlights as an entertainment and features writer for the Grand Rapids Press, and has been published in magazines such as Parents and Parent and Child.

About the Author

Lorilee Craker speaks for MOPS groups and at other events for mothers. She writes on entertainment for a major daily newspaper and is the author of several books including Loving Life with Your Preschooler. She lives in Michigan with her husband, Doyle, and their two sons.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Revell (April 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800759966
• ISBN-13: 978-0800759964
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #934,813 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lorilee Craker is a native of Winnipeg, Manitoba, the Coldest City in the World (with the warmest heart). She now lives in balmy Grand Rapids, MI, where she rocks out in her minivan as she shuttles her three children to hockey, gymnastics, soccer, lacrosse, and everywhere in between. She is the author of 11 books, including "Money Secrets of the Amish" and the New York Times bestseller "Through the Storm" with Lynne Spears. She is also a longtime contributor to the entertainment pages of "The Grand Rapids Press" and has been published in magazines ranging from "Sports Spectrum" to "Parents."

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Moms don't need another parenting book - they NEED this!, July 25, 2006

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Lori Smoll (Washington, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Just Give Me a Little Piece of Quiet: Daily Getaways for a Mom's Soul (Paperback)

Every mom with little ones can benefit from and appreciate the amusing, thoughtful and profound "mini-retreats" from Lorilee Craker. She draws from her experience as a busy mom, understanding that women don't have time or energy to read preachy meditative volumes. The chapters are short and sweet, yet they leave the reader with words of wisdom and encouragement to chew on all day.

One of my favorite chapters relates the story of the little pregnant stray cat that Lorilee's family adopted. I laughed as I read her concerns about her willingness to act as doula for the little feline.

You will laugh and you will cry as you read Just Give Me A Little Piece of Quiet. It's a PERFECT baby gift - especially for a second-time mom. I highly recommend it.

Check out all of her books! You'll be so glad you did - and you'll be a better mom and wife because of it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SO I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE LIFE HAPPENS TO, September 19, 2006

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K. Lucas (Bentonville, AR USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Just Give Me a Little Piece of Quiet: Daily Getaways for a Mom's Soul (Paperback)

THIS IS A WONDERFUL, EASY, LIGHT HEARTED, AND GUILTFREE BOOK. EVERY MOM REALLY NEED TO TAKE THE TIME TO GET THIS ONE....IT IS PERFECT, VERY SHORT STORIES! THANK YOU MRS CRAKER FOR YOUR HONESTY IN YOUR EVERYDAY LIFE!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Piece of Quiet, June 25, 2006

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Elizabeth (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Just Give Me a Little Piece of Quiet: Daily Getaways for a Mom's Soul (Paperback)

Lorilee Craker has got to be the funniest writer I have read on motherhood. This book is set up for short reads. I read a little two or three page blurb before bed and it has validated me as a momma and remind me that "I am not the only one". Craker has a definite gift at conveying her humor, I can't wait to read another book by her!