Updates Once More...

[the pictures in this post have nothing to do with what the text says] Okay so...I wasn't allowed to take pictures with my iPod at camp. But, camp was amazing! It was so much fun. Now you all know the lends is broken, right? Well I cannot access my email on this computer currently and that's the only way I can get other iPod photos on here. I can get some though. Anyways, I'm not going to be a lump on a log and tell you how sad I am. We are getting a new lens but not for a while. Okay...Updates...


I just finished watching Lord of the Rings and that was really good. I suggest you see it, the second one does have a lot of war but I don't mind.

I went to the mall  twice in the last week which is surprising. I spent all my money, which is not surprising. I got a vintagey Forever21 Star Wars shirt, a black polka dotted shirt, also Forever21, and a pair of red shoes that look much like vans (Forever21 of course). Basically I spent all my money in Forever21 and the food court. Wow. I'm awesome.

Have you switched to the new blogger? I like it, but I still have to get used to it because I'm not quite adjusted yet. What are your thoughts on it?

We know every tweens favorite thing to talk about is school. Ha. I'm getting A's in everything and doing the best in Math. In case I didn't mention anytime before, I despise math. It was already hard enough and now their adding letters! Just kidding. I'm not quite in algebra and that's the least of my problems.

I literally just got 14 books from the library. I know it's not that amazing, but all of them are at least an inch thick or wider. My bag ripped from carrying them in it. Yeah.

If you get bored of me, I suggest Cluttered Thoughts. She hasn't posted in a while but if you look through her old posts you'll get quite a treat. (I just used the word "quite" two times in one post--win!)

If any of you have an Instagram I would love to add you! My username is barefoot_dreamer and I post there almost daily. If you do decide to check it out, comment and tell me you're from my blog.

Last thing, I am in love with this song.

*all photos belong to me*

Thank you all!

Born To Be A Dragon

She's alive? Yes I'm alive. My computer got a little virus, hope I dont catch it! *cricket cricket* Right. Anyways, it came up with a virus and posting may be scarce. I have been pretty busy, Summer Camp, Family, Fun, Family again, and my mom's book release. *record scratches* What in the world are you talking about Iona?

Many of you may or may not know that my mom has been working on her Middle Grade novel. I am  excited to announce that on July 20th, her book is being published. It is a book for the ages 8-12. If you are older or even younger It will work amazing as a gift. The book is titled Born To Be A Dragon. Before I tell you anything more, you must know what it's about.

Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup...


This is what Lord Edric wants you to believe. He will do anything in his power to see that humans never come in contact with dragons again. However, he doesn't plan for Meia, the foster child who dreams of dragons, believing they are real. Or Deglan, the ten-year-old dragon who bears the ancient mark that threatens everything Lord Edric has worked for.


Join these two unlikely friends as they discover the truth behind a legend so extraordinary it will alter each of their lives... forever.


Although it's awesome that this book is being published in only a few weeks, there is also plenty of prizes you can win! Each day, starting tomorrow (July 6th) over at my mom's blog is a scavenger hunt with things that you can win!

Here is just a sneak peek of the prizes you can win.

Those are just a few, and the grand prize is the most exciting, a Nook! It will come with a free certificate to buy Born To Be A Dragon to read on your new Nook. We are so excited to be holding a giveaway each day in honor of Born To Be A Dragon. Read about the rules and more info by clicking here. 

Along with the excitement of this Scavenger Hunt Book Launch, you can also pre-order a signed copy for $6.99 right now! Click here for details on how to buy. We need your help to get your family, friends, and your friend's families to buy. 

We are also looking for one blogger who will post about this Scavenger Hunt Launch and help us. If you are interested please let my mom know on her blog. Also, whoever is willing to help will get a free entry for the grand prize!

The book is coming on fast and we are scrambling around with last minute changes. We can't wait for the next few weeks of prizes and fun.

Thanks for taking the time to read this long post, my mom and I certainly appreciate it.

Spread the news! Born to be a Dragon is coming your way.

CONTEST TIME!!!! (please look down for all new posts)

I'm gonna have a WRITING CONTEST!!!
Here are the rules: Please read all of them...If you want to enter I'm sorry it is long...
1. Give me the story through a comment...I will put on comment moderation for this contest. All Entries will be displayed together when the contest ends. Deadline is, April 30th. The winners will be announced on May 1st.
2. The story should be 1000 words or less. And it should about Spring.
3. The prize is...............The Lanie Book! By: Jane Kurtz.
4. GET YOUR PARENTS PERMISSION and If needed, your mom can talk to my mom so you know it's safe. You'll need to include your email because If you win, I'll need your shipping address, but don't worry AGAIN, I have comment moderation so no one will see your email.
5.These are all the things I need in the comment:
Name, Story, and Email Address (or parents email).
HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!
~Iona

Partay! Parade! Whatever you'd like to call it!

This is a FUN blog party! You have to answer some questions!

YAY!

1. What's your favorite time of the day, and why?Probably...Afternoon because I am waaay too tired in the morning and nighttime!
2. If health wasn't an issue, what food could you live off of? ICE CREAM!!!
3. If you could have one wish granted (besides wishing for more wishes), what would it be?Hmm...That i could meet a few of my online friends...
4. What's one thing that you get teased about a lot?My Height, I am soooo short, my friends call me shortie sometimes...
5. If you could choose one movie, book, or TV show to spend your life in, which would you pick? What type of character would you be?I have a few...Movies:Aquamarine, I would be the mermaid.American Girl Movie: Felicity, I wanna be Elizabeth.Books:11 Birthdays, I wanna be Amanda (The main character)Dragon Spear, I wanna be Creel (the main character)Narnia, I wanna be LUCY!!!!!!TV Shows:Wizards Of Waverly Place, I wanna be AlexHannah Montana, I wanna be Miley/HannahSuite Life On Deck, I wanna be Bailey (dont ask why)
6. If you could have one talent that you don't already have, what would it be?Sewing and Drawing!
7.If money were no object, where would you go on vacation?PARIS!!!!!!!!!
8. If you were an awesome singer, which genre would you sing?Umm...I AM an awesome singer! LOL JKChristian pop/rock!
9. If you could have a $10,000 shopping spree to one store, what would it be?American Girl Store! =)
10. If you could live in any point in time, when would it be?Weird enough...The Great Depression, I just wanna help everyone, AND I wanna be the one who survived! ;)
11. If every outfit in your wardrobe had to be one color, what would it be?Purple and Green! I know I know, that's 2
12. If you were one of the seven dwarves, which one would you be?(Doc, Grumpy, Sneezy, Sleepy, Bashful, Happy, or Dopey)DOPEY!!!!!!!!
13. What's the last album you listened to?The Phantom Of The Opera soundtrack
14. What's something we'd be surprised to know about you?Um...I will answer that when SOMEBODY actually GOES to the page (above this post) that says, What do you want to know about me?

THANKS!
~Iona

Tween Girls Daybook Week #3

I am so sorry! I have been VERY busy and I forgot about this!

Date: Sunday, February 28th 2010
Starting time: 1:50 PM
Mood: Bored, Excited, Sad, Weird huh?
Outside my window: Well, if you look at our front yard, SNOW SNOW SNOW! If you look across the street, Just Yellow grass, NO Snow at all. Crazy World.

I was just in: Church (again)
I'm thinking: Pray. For. Chile. And. Haiti.
I'm reading: Millie book #1
I'm listening to: My mom chat on the telephone.
I'm wearing: a purple shirt with two PINK fairies holding hands and it says: "Friends" above them. And jeans with pink butterflies on them!

I am also doing: The American Girl Fan Message Board
Yesterday, I: Went to AWANA olympics practice.
I'm excited for: AWANA tonight (why you ask? Because I will be strapped to my friend the whole night! That will be interesting...), and the GRAND Opening for the AG Store!
I'm sad because: It is not a BECAUSE it is a FOR I am sad FOR: Chile and Haiti
I'm hungry for: Cupcakes
The song stuck inside my head is: Grey by: BarlowGirl
I want: An AG Doll
I love: Cameras and Friends

This week, my goal is: To do good in the AWANA Olympics!
Ending time: 1:56 PM

~Iona

Schooltime is in....

Now back to doing school.....No more having sleepovers ALL WEEK. Oh well.....at least summer is not TOO far.....I CANNOT WAIT until summer! I love summer so much! BUT my favorite season is fall because of all the pretty colors in the leaves! BTTP (Back to the point) I just am not ready to start school again!!! NOOOOO......But on the other hand......I have to learn, unless I wanna be stuck in 5th grade for the rest of my life. That will not happen...I hope....

Well, if you were wondering I am doing good!

I just finished 1 1/2 books in less than 2 days! (The half was because I was already halfway through the book and needed to finish it!) I read the books: Freaky Monday and Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls. They are both really good books!! I would recommend them!

I just wanted to update you on my life!

~Iona

(I also MAY save up for an AG Doll! I know EXACTLY which one I want!)

Moving...

so here is the update.

1.We are moving...not far away

2. My friend is here from south dakota

3.My birthday is coming soon

Here are the details

1. we are going to be moving to a different house not a different state.

2. she came with us from South Dakota and her parents are coming a couple of days to help us move.

3.my birthday is coming in a month and 18 days including today.

I will update later today...I hope.

Iona

P.S. This is random but I am reading a book called Mandy by Julie (Andrews) Edwards that is really good.

Sleepover....And other

Hi! I had a sleepover with Darly today! We did a lot of stuff I brought 3 out of 9 of my dolls there since she has chrissa. I am going to her book club today for meet Julie. I am also right next to her right now! (Hi from Darly!). Ok look at my poll and please do it I mean u do not have to I just really want you too! The poll will end mabye next month!

Iona
(& Darly)

Hello

Hi!

Sorry I have not posted in a while besides yesterdays post...That was not really a post.

Happy Groundhogs day!

We made Groundhog crafts today! like...A groundhog on a popsicle stick..a book about groundhogs and a groundhog picture that had a poem on it!

We had Fun!

It is also my friend's brother's birthday today!

I hope he had fun!

My brother made a

FIRE MONSTER

Book..Just for fun!

He had fun too!

I have not been up to much..Oh and we are going to Skate City either saturday or sunday..I do not know..But I know we are going for SURE! OH YEAH!

AND I have had a sleepover with my other friend but that was a while ago...Well that is all for today!

Iona

What are you reading?

Since there are a few new homeschooled girls checking out my blog (Hooray!) I was just wondering what everyone one is reading?

When we go to the library I get 12-20 books that I read non stop until they are done.

Some of the last books I have read are:

Hannah Montana's Series
Katie Kazoo Series
Lots of Science Books... I like Science.
And art.
(edited to add: My Bible and my AWANA book!)

My mom and I used to be in a girls book club back at Ellsworth, AFB when we lived there. I loved it! I was wondering if you all wanted to do the same type of thing. We all read the same book and comment about what we thought.

Some of the books we read before were:

Ruby Holler: Which I loved.
Gypsy from Nowhere and Gypsy and Nimble Foot
Mr Poppers Penguins: Which the boys LOVES
Lots of American girl books
and many more!

Even though I am only 8.5 years old, I read about the 6th grade level. So I like chapter books and my mommy likes to read too. And my mom and I also both write books! I am writing my first book right now. Hopefully I can share it with you soon!

So what do you think?