Positively (Im)perfect

Usually, when I find a book I'd like to read, I put it on my list, eventually spend money I probably shouldn't downloading it to my Kindle, and then I get to it someday when I've distracted the kids effectively enough that I can hide behind closed doors for at least five minutes until they realize I'm reading and their radar turns on and they come find me. But a few months ago I heard about a book called  The Little Oratory: A Beginner's Guide to Praying in the Home , and it immediately became a game changer before I even started reading it. Aside: I promise this isn't a review or plug because--confession time--I still haven't actually read the book. I more just kind of learned about it. *shameface.* But I will read it in full as soon as I find a new distraction tactic, cross my heart! Anyway, an "oratory" (at least in reference to faith and prayer) is defined as a small chapel or place for private worship. The basic concept of this book

Congratulations to our winner, Julie! {If you'd still like to order a journal in time for Advent, you can do so at  http://blessedisshe.net/product/advent-devotional-journal/  Mine arrived last night and it is beautiful -I wish Advent were here already!} So this is the first ever (and likely only!) giveaway that I'll be doing here at Positively (Im)Perfect. But there's something special in the works over at Blessed Is She for this Advent Season, and I really want to be able to share it. It's a journal developed specifically for the Advent season, for reflecting on the readings and role of each week during this season of preparation, and in turn helping prepare our hearts in the best way possible for Christmas. I've already ordered mine, and I'll be giving one away to one of you! I'm so excited about this Advent Journal. Foremost, it's been such a blessing for me to be part of this ministry. It's amazing not only to share wi