This is a great "reference" book--one to eventually own (or at least check out again).

I'm not going to lie this was a pretty adorable book. I initially thought that there were just recipes in here, but there is soo soo much more. There are lots of ideas on how to celebrate the little things in life and start new traditions.

This book is mainly for Christian families (i.e. mothers and grandmothers) but never fear there is something for everyone in here. Someday far in the future when I have kids I would love to implement some of the "family traditions" she outlines (scavenger hunts on Christmas, random acts of kindness, half birthday celebrations, etc).

The recipes included also sound delightful. I really want to try out the Christmas Pistachio-Cherry Muffins, Eggnog Stuffed French Toast and Creamy Gratin of Winter Root Vegetables. They all sound so good! Each section has three or four recipes (there's probably around 50 in the book, maybe more).

Like I said this isn't just a cookbook. It's a guide for bringing families closer together and closer to God through traditions, religion, and good cooking.

I received this book for free from Revell Books in return for my honest unbiased opinion.

Everyday Confetti by Karen Ehman and Glynnis Whitwer
First attracted to this book for the cover, then the story. Love baking around the holidays.
Surprised at all the ideas-easy to make them fit into your own special meals. Love what name acronym portion can be all about.
Really surprised that recipes are included and are quick and easy to make. I have done so much giving in my lifetime with my knitting and other things I was so glad to see prayer shawls got mentioned as they are so needed and treasured by those who do receive one.
Psalms and proverbs are quoted throughout the book and at the beginning of the chapters.
Love the Easter cookies that you bake with children and teach them about Jesus and the real meaning of Easter.
There are a few things to celebrate every month along with ideas of how to implement the day to make ti special and with recipes. Love the old fashioned recipes with just basic ingredients.
I received this book from The Book Club Network (www.bookfun.org) in exchange for my honest review.

As a single without kids, there was sadly not much in here for me.

I will premise this by saying I've been looking for opportunities to diversity our cultural understanding through food (cultural feasts, so to speak). For my purpose, this book fails miserably. Nowhere in the description or the title does it explain that this book is for Christians, and how it's possible to inject the Christian belief into every holiday or activity, regardless if it's secular. This might be what others are hoping for, but it was not what I was looking for.

I gave this a one star because suggestions included pushing your beliefs on others. Which is again, not what I was aiming for in trying to find ways to consider diversity through food. And again, maybe that's what others are looking for. I would suggest the title be "Everyday Confetti: A Year-Round Guide to Christianizing American Holidays and Special Occasions".

Otherwise, the book seems easy to read and well organized.

EDIT: I should also mention that the book did not claim to cover diverse holidays and occasions. It was just one of several books I picked up; I just felt really disappointed based on the promise of the title.

As a single without kids, there was sadly not much in here for me.

Everyday Confetti is a ‘year-round guide to celebrating holidays and special occasions.’ The book is divided into 2 parts, Everyday Celebrations and Holidays through the Year. The first section focuses on birthdays, spiritual milestones, and other reasons to celebrate. I had never before heard of Name Day, but it’s kind of like a birthday for each person based on their name. Holidays through the Year include all major holidays, Christian holidays, and several days I didn’t know existed. I learned several things, such as the history of St. Patrick and the fact that there are holidays for Left Hander’s (me!) and Book Lovers (also me!). This book is mainly aimed at mothers of young children and gives lots of ideas for special celebrations and traditions. Everyday Confetti also has recipes specific to holidays throughout the book. There is a strong theme of Christianity, and I think this book would be a great resource for Christian parents raising kids in the church. I would recommend that you keep it close by and use it throughout the year. [I received a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.]

As a single without kids, there was sadly not much in here for me.