I must admit that it’s been one of those weeks where I’ve woken up not knowing what day it is. Life has gotten busy with my kids back in school and me trying to invest as much of my brain energy into meeting deadlines before the year ends. Add to this the other dozen things I need to squeeze in throughout the day (aka. cooking and laundry), and it’s no wonder my days all end up feeling the same. But today, my friends, is Friday! The end of a work/school week and the start of the weekend.
I thought I’d do something different, and hopefully fun, for my post today. (I happened to stumble upon this idea when I was searching for “author blog post ideas”.) I’ll be describing myself, my favorite character of mine, and my favorite one of my books, each in 5 words.
So, welcome to my Friday Five post. :)
1. Myself: Introvert, creative, supportive, intense, funny
2. My favorite character (Mama Koo from Taking a Chance on Mr. Wrong): Hilarious, well-meaning, uncouth, dramatic, old-fashioned
3. My favorite book (I can’t play favorites, but I do love the couple from Taking a Chance on the Enemy since they remind me of me and my hubby): Sparks, dynamic, redemption, sweet, fun
And since it wouldn’t truly be a Friday Five post without five topics, here are 2 bonus ones.
4. Life: Strange, wonderful, sad, hard, precious
5. God’s love: Amazing, redeeming, rich, sacrificial, safe
What’s your Friday Five? If you could pick one of the topics above, how would you describe it in 5 words?
And just an FYI, the two books I mentioned above, along with Taking a Chance on the Heartbreaker, are part of my Taking Chances on Love series. I recently revamped these books by giving them a thorough edit, new titles, and new covers.
Giveaway: I’d like to give away a $5 Amazon gift card (since we’re all about the number 5 today). One winner will be randomly chosen from the comments below. The giveaway will remain open until midnight on Wednesday, September 26th.
Kathy Danheim says
Gods love: forgiveness, merciful, warm, blessings, salvation ?
Paula Marie says
Beautiful, Kathy!!
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Kathy! What beautiful words you chose. Thanks for reading and commenting!
Paula Marie says
This is a great way to start a Friday, Liwen, thank you! I have just barely opened my eyes, lol, but I will choose five words that fit my life: blessed, full, loving, happy and difficult….
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Paula! Good morning. :) Thanks for reading and commenting with your barely opened eyes!
Katie Andersen says
What a fun post! I will add to the 5 list with a fall one! Fall: beautiful, crisp, delicious, endings, cozy! Happy Friday!
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Katie! Oh yes, those are perfect words for fall. Thanks for reading and commenting!
Renate says
Hi Liwen! What a clever interactive Friday blog idea. Definitely understand the feeling of loosing track of time in the business of life. Been a hectic 2 weeks at our house with additional Oma Care responsibilities due to the beginning of school and our oldest son being out the country for 10 days. Now I hope to catch up on my reading.
Friday Five: Life – delightful, inspiring, intense, unpredictable, and funny.
Had a chuckle that you used “funny.” 20 month old granddaughter’s newest phrase is “That’s funny.” Then she giggles. So you had me chuckling on this rainy Michigan morning.
Best wishes and enjoy your weekend. High Five!
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Renate! So glad you had a good chuckle from this. Your granddaughter reminds me of my almost 2 year old niece. These little ones say the cutest things. Happy weekend and hope you get some reading done! Thanks for reading and commenting!
Wemble says
Hi Liwen, great idea for a post:)
God’s love: sacrifice, forgiving, strength, blessings, mercy
Today was our last day of term three, now for two weeks “off”, so: sleep, family, outdoors, reading, cleaning:)
Blessings:)
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Wemble! Sounds like a great 2 weeks off you have to look forward to. Enjoy! Thanks for reading and commenting!
Irma J says
I agree – this is such a great post! Fun :)
Our Friday 5: grocery shopping, reading, running, reading with daughter and a drink!
Bless you all.
Have a great weekend.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Irma! Love how you fit reading in 2x in one day. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Kelley Blair says
God`s love: amazing, forever, merciful, omnipotent, colorful!!! Thanks
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Kelley! Ooh, colorful—that’s a good one. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Tracey Hagwood says
God’s Love: Unfathomable, Unchangeable, Undeserved, Unfailing, Unlimited
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Tracey! Wow, bonus points for using all U’s. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Diana says
God’s morning sunrise. Inspiring, breathtaking, light filled, ever changing colors, floating clouds. God’s mercies are new every morning!
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Diana! You painted such a beautiful picture. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Jackie Smith says
God’s love: Faithful, Strengthens, Upholds, Helps, Forever
love your post!
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Jackie! Love the words you chose. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Paula Shreckhise says
Great post! My 5 things would be Thankful for: Life, Salvation, my husband, my kids and grandkids, my friends.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Paula! Today happens to be World Gratitude Day, so you picked a great topic. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Priscila says
What a fun post. Thanks.
For my Friday Five I’ve picked one of you books (A spoonful of spices) that’s a favorite : funny, tasty, coffee lover, geeks, overcoming prejudice
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Priscila! Aww, thanks for choosing that one! This is the perfect time of year for spices. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Priscila says
I should also tell you that I’ve never been one to like spices in my coffee, but decided to try cinnamon after re-reading it earlier this year.
Now I probably have it once a week or every two weeks.. (as opposed to my usual “coffee, black” with no cream, no sugar, which is a reminder of another book I’ve re-read lately from Lacy Williams)
Liwen Y. Ho says
Wow, no way! :) So glad you tried it and liked it.
Pat Moore says
God: love, mercy, best friend (I know 2 words), Creator, Forgiving and my Savior. Too many words but I love to write as a hobby and don’t have it in me to write only 5 words.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Pat! Yes, words are so fun and meaningful, it’s hard to limit them. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Natalya Lakhno says
Good morning Liwen! This week is very hectic indeed! I thought you were spying on my life lol
God’s Love (I cannot do it all without Him): Glory, Grace, Gratitude, Greatest, Good <3
I got 5 Gs :)
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Natalya! Haha, I tell my kids I know everything, but not really. ;) Love how you got 5 Gs in there. Thanks for reading and commenting!
Shannon Taylor Vannatter says
What a fun post, Liwen. Me: Introvert, Unorganized, Loyal, Fun-loving, Creative
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Shannon! Yay for another fellow introvert. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Margaret Nelson says
Your books: enjoyable, funny, thought-provoking, romantic, Asian-influenced
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Margaret! Aww, thank you so much. :) Your words make my day (and encourage me to keep writing). Thanks for reading and commenting!
Catherine Ojalvo says
Grateful,thankful,compassionate,forgiveness and acceptance!
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Catherine! What wonderful words. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Catherine Ojalvo says
Thankful,compassion,forgiveness,acceptance and faith!
Linda R Orr says
At the moment, life is confusing, unpredictable, sad and hard, but hopeful.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Linda! Big hugs to you. I’m glad you still have hope. May God give you His peace and grace during this difficult time. Thanks for reading and commenting.
MJSH says
I can’t pick a favorite book of yours (I’ve enjoyed every one I’ve read), but I’ll pick the last one I read which was A Sudden Spark: romantic, heart-warming, tender, sweet, sigh.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi MJSH! Aww, those are perfect descriptions of Brandon and Bria’s story. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Lori Smanski says
Happy Friday
What a fun post.
Myself: Introvert, Creative, Happy, Thankful, Giver
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Lori! Love your five words. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Jessica B. says
How fun! Here are 5 ways I would describe myself: introvert, sarcastic, reserved, planner, animal lover.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Jessica! I find that many introverts have a good sense of humor. I bet yours is fun since you included sarcastic. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Teri DiVincenzo says
Loving the Friday Five! Things I’m Extra-grateful for: unrelenting friendship, Grace, Peaceful moments, a hot cuppa tea, our new car with a sunroof :-D
trdivincenzo (at) gmail (dot) com
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Teri! Those are some awesome blessings you listed! Thanks for reading and commenting!
Janet Estridge says
My “Favorite Five” books are :
Mystery
Amish
Historical
Contemporary
Romance
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Janet! You’ve covered a lot of great genres. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Michelle says
My favorite book: `Halo Found Hope` (Helo Matzelle)
Inspirational, Spiritual, Christian, Women’s Issues, Clinical
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Michelle! That sounds like a wonderful book. Thanks for reading and commenting!
Sabrina Templin says
Hi Liwen!
I choose LIFE: bumpy, complicated, rich,choices, LOVE
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Sabrina! Aw, I love that you included bumpy and choices and of course, love. :) Thanks for reading and commenting!
Lisa Stillman says
God’s Love: Steadfast, Everlasting, Unfathomable, Astonishing, Unfailing
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Lisa! Such beautiful words! Thanks for reading and commenting. :)
Priscila Perales says
God’s love: undeserved, awe-inspiring, merciful, redeeming, indescribable ❤️?
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Priscila! Aww, so beautiful! Thanks for reading and commenting!
Gina Johnson says
God’s love
Redeeming
Graceful
Everlasting
Undying
Perfect
I am really enjoying the Spark series.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Gina! What great choices of words. :) And I’m so glad you’re enjoying the Spark brothers. I can’t wait to write the next book in the series. Thanks for reading and commenting!
Glenda Hislop says
I loved reading your five! The books sound great.
Liwen Y. Ho says
Hi Glenda! Thanks so much for reading and commenting!