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The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content)
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
This eBook includes the full text of the book plus an exclusive additional chapter from Chip and Joanna that is not found in the hardcover! Are you ready to see your fixer upper? These famous words are now synonymous with the dynamic husband-and-wife team Chip and Joanna Gaines, stars of HGTVs Fixer Upper. As this question fills the airwaves with anticipation, their legions of fans continue to multiply and ask a different series of questions, likeWho are these people?Whats the secret to their success? And is Chip actually that funny in real life? By renovating homes in Waco, Texas, and changing lives in such a winsome and engaging way, Chip and Joanna have become more than just the stars of Fixer Upper, they have become Americas new best friends. The Magnolia Story is the first book from Chip and Joanna, offering their fans a detailed look at their life together. From the very first renovation project they ever tackled together, to the project that nearly cost them everything; from the childhood memories that shaped them, to the twists and turns that led them to the life they share on the farm today. They both attended Baylor University in Waco. However, their paths did not cross until Chip checked his car into the local Firestone tire shop where Joanna worked behind the counter. Even back then Chip was a serial entrepreneur who, among other things, ran a lawn care company, sold fireworks, and flipped houses. Soon they were married and living in their first fixer upper. Four children and countless renovations later, Joanna garners the attention of a television producer who notices her work on a blog one day. In The Magnolia Story fans will finally get to join the Gaines behind the scenes and discover: The time Chip ran to the grocery store and forgot to take their new, sleeping baby Joannas agonizing decision to close her dream business to focus on raising their children When Chip buys a houseboat, sight-unseen, and it turns out to be a leaky wreck Joannas breakthrough moment of discovering the secret to creating a beautiful home Harrowing stories of the financial ups and downs as an entrepreneurial couple Memories and photos from Chip and Jos wedding The significance of the word magnolia and why it permeates everything they do The way the couple pays the popularity of Fixer Upper forward, sharing the success with others, and bolstering the city of Waco along the way And yet there is still one lingering question for fans of the show: Is Chip really that funny? Oh yeah, says Joanna. He was, and still is, my first fixer upper.
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Bookishlie
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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A good book and grandbaby sleeping make for a good night:)

marleed What a beautiful pic! 3y
Bookishlie Aww thanks. She stayed downstairs with me cause she‘ll keep the hubby up with her flipping and talking in her sleep. Lol. 3y
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SarahBookInterrupted
Magnolia Story | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I loved this show and I‘m not a big TV person. I also loved her decorating book and even bought her magazine last Winter. I made notes from both when designing my own home recently. I loved knowing more about them and their lives. This is a sincere book and I enjoyed every minute of it.

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Sassy_Steph
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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What cute people! So supportive of each other‘s dreams!

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LisaLovesToRead
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I listened to the audio book of this. It was cute, uplifting, and a fun story.

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Rissa1
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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This was light, just the type of read I needed. I have been having trouble concentrating, this book was perfect for this time of struggle

Texreader 😻❤️ 5y
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Rissa1
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines

If you can't find happiness in the ugliness, you're not going to find it in the beauty, either.

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AprilMae
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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1) from my nieces last Dance competition I went to- jazz took 2nd place! (Red arrow to my niece ❤)
2) tagged book, unless I buy another today lol
3) Laundry, work and maybe brunch

#friyayintro @howjessreads @4thhouseontheleft

TheBookHippie My daughter was in dance I miss it ! 5y
Megabooks I got your card today. Thanks! 5y
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marleed
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This family is just so darn adorable. I hadn‘t read this book because I feel like I know their story. However, it really was fun to read about in a longer sequence rather than little bits from show to show.

#ReadTheUSA2020 Texas

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Shannon_McKinney
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I finally mustered up enough strength to listen to an audiobook. Lately after my 3rd and 4th craniotomy that left me with cranial nerve palsy that effects my eye sight - looking at all my books just brings an overwhelming sadness to me. My husband took me to Chip & Jo‘s silos last week & we had an amazing time. (My first time in Texas) On our flight home I decided to download their audiobook & I really enjoyed it. It brought me joy. 💚

Smrloomis Glad you had a good trip 👍🏽♥️🌈 5y
Sace Glad you had fun and you enjoyed the audiobook 5y
Jas16 I am so glad you liked the audiobook! 5y
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Mitch
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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Saw this today at Magnolia world. Thought at first it was cool, then started to have heart palpitations about real books being set in concrete and never being able to be read again! #texasroadtrip

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks 💓💓💓 I‘m with you @Mitch 5y
TalecArashi Woah! 5y
Mitch @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks yeah - cool idea, but couldn‘t square it in my brain! 😭 5y
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marleed That‘s beautiful! I‘m down for anything that makes anyone want to own actual books. I‘ve read through library loans, or physically owned books then gave away. Then an opportunity presents itself for me to physically own the book anew or again. I may never read the newly purchased copy but I want it in my collection all the same. 5y
Soubhiville I could see doing it with books that are about to be recycled... I wonder how they kept the books so clean looking when pouring the concrete around them 🤔. I haven‘t been there yet, I‘ll have to go check it out! 5y
Mitch @Soubhiville I did give one a sneaky gentle push and they‘re in there firm! But you can still feel the pages move. Don‘t know how they‘ve done it! Lots of experimenting with concrete! 5y
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vonnie862
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This was a fun listen to! I've loved Chip and Jo from the Fixer Upper, so I especially loved listening to their story on how they met and became successful. #audiobook #magnoliastory #chipandjo

You can check out my review on my blog. http://vonniesreadingcorner.blogspot.com/2019/08/audiobook-review-magnolia-story...

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GypsyKat
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I‘ve never actually watched the show, but I enjoy memoirs so I thought I‘d give this a go. This was a sweet story about hard work, faith, and family. I loved some of the themes in this. Choose gratitude and joy now. Find contentment on the journey, not at the destination. And have faith. Overall a sweet, lovely read.

wanderinglynn I love the show! Chip & Joanna do a fabulous job. ❤️ 6y
Esmerelda1rm I‘ve watched the show but haven‘t read he memoir yet. I‘m convinced this woman is super human, doing everything that she does with five kids. Maybe she can give me some pointers, lol. 6y
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GypsyKat
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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Starting this one today. 👍

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kstadt929
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I really enjoyed this audiobook! I don‘t watch the show very often (I don‘t think I‘ve ever even seen a full episode!), but I was intrigued to learn more about Chip and Joanna from the little I‘ve seen of their personalities. I enjoyed hearing about their background, thought processes, home projects...they seem very down to Earth and I enjoyed their story ☺️

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kstadt929
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My husband and I have been working to get our house ready (painting, cleaning, misc projects) into the wee hours of the morning for the last 16 days. We agreed to RELAX and READ today (we celebrated Easter with family for dinner last night)....BUT he isn‘t awake yet, so that means I can work on sorting books (and listening to a new audiobook), right!?!? Happy Easter everyone!! 🐣

Texreader Happy Easter! 🐇🐰🐣 6y
Slajaunie What are you getting ready for? 6y
kstadt929 @Slajaunie We just moved into a house and have a little bit of overlap with when we leave our apartment. So we moved in just what we need to use and are trying to paint and clean almost every room in the house before we move all our stuff in. Then we don‘t have to move everything out of the way right away to paint! 6y
Slajaunie Excellent Plan! 6y
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dizie_lizie
Magnolia Story | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I have birthday plans today which will cause me to be out for a good chunk of the day, but I‘m still planning on keeping up with my #OWLsReadathon2019 classes later with this one for Arithmancy (more than one author)

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PerksOfBeingABookworm
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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This seems like a fitting audiobook to listen to, considering that I‘m building a bookshelf while I listen. It‘s a perfect pairing and a great book so far.

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farmhousegal19
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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Such an inspiring message to never give up

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Savedbygrace
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I don't normally read "new-age" biographies, but I really had a lot of fun with this book. ☺ It was funny, cute, and (for myself) very relatable. It showed the reality (both the many struggles and triumphs) of the lives and marriage behind our beloved "Fixer Upper" couple...definitely reccomend for an enjoyable weekend read. ?
4.5 ?
(This picture is not my own)

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Eggs
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Free on prime reading: the Gaines' success story. Went to Magnolia in Waco 2 years ago; it was 100 degrees that day but they provided lovely sun-brellas to use while there.

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mountainsandlace
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mountainsandlace
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What a great reminder!

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ripley_reads
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I‘ve been slacking on reading lately. I‘ve been a little busy with my newborn, but I plan on reading a couple of books for the holiday season! I‘ve been reading a bit of The Magnolia Journal Winter Issue here and there when I get a chance. I just love Joanna‘s style!

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monalyisha
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The bad news is: we came home from vacation & our bathroom looked like the photo on the left. We thought we were just having a small problem with the hot water. NOPE.😅

The good news is: we‘re getting a bathtub! I can‘t wait to use my first ever (😱) bath bomb. Also, our landlord asked us what color we want to paint the walls. I‘m thinking a shade of eucalyptus. 🤔

Looking for a last-minute #witchpleaseswap gift? Check out “Witch Baby” products!

LauraJ Enjoy your new bathroom. Glad your landlord is letting you choose the color. 6y
nelehelen Hope your bathroom renovation goes smoothly!!! 6y
Clare-Dragonfly Yikes! Is the bathroom usable while the renovations go on? 6y
Chrissyreadit That is a fun site! 6y
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BlueStockingReviews
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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A delightful couple, a delightful story!
https://www.bluestockingreviews.com/blog/the-magnolia-story

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MarticaMustRead
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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Mehso-so

Told in a conversational style, the Gaines tell stories about their early yrs. & how their major milestones & setbacks effected them not only on an individual level but also as a couple & growing family. But tbh, this fell pretty flat due to its lack of depth. Even just a wee bit of deeper introspection would've helped.
For me, the true highlights here were learning about how & why Joanna's design aesthetic came to be & changed over the years.

MarticaMustRead CONTINUED-- Not to mention that Chip comes off as very inconsiderate as a marriage partner due to the MANY times he made impulsive rash decisions that effected the whole family, without consulting his wife!😠 6y
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MarticaMustRead
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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🌜🛏📖🍨💚😋 #EveningReading #BooksInBed #NonFiction

Happy #EveningReading Littens!🤓

My current ice cream obsession: Talenti Mint Cookie Crunch Gelato❣😋

keys_on_fire I love that you‘re reading a book by Chip while eating ice cream with chips! 😂 6y
Zelma Omg, that sounds delectable! 😛 6y
MarticaMustRead LOL- I hadn't even considered that @keys_on_fire !!😆 6y
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MarticaMustRead
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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😋☕🍳🍯📖🏡 #ReverseReadathon #WrapUp #BooksOverBreakfast #CoffeeAndBooks #NonFiction #HomeSweetHome

Ahhhhhh, #SundayFunday.
The 2nd half of the readathon yesterday didn't really happen for me but that's ok since I ended up having a wonderful overdue catch-up session with a girlfriend over a hibachi dinner.

Today is all about relaxing, starting with a nice full breakfast & some lighter reading material- love Fixer Upper! 🏚🔧🖌🛠.... 🏡❣

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MarticaMustRead
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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🤓📚📖📚📖🎧 #ReverseReadathon #TBR #EveningReading

This is my current #ReadingNook for the #Readathon , at least until I get sleepy & have to move to my bed, lol.

I plan on just focusing my time between all my #CurrentReads which are pictured here plus I threw in one library check out which is no longer renewable & therefore a priority as well.

Snack- A nice bowl of cold cantaloupe pieces to snack on in between pages. 🍈😋

RavenLovelyReads That looks comfy and cozy. Good luck on the readathon! 👍🏻 6y
Bindrosbookshelf I love your reading nook! (edited) 6y
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Rachellek
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Cool to learn about Joanna‘s story! Would never have guess!

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Wife
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Mehso-so

I think this was recommended by @Copwithabook as an audiobook that I can listen to with a 4-year-old present. I like the Fixer-Upper show. Chip and Joanna seem genuine and the book provided respite breaks while in the midst of reading Wuthering Heights. 2/5🏠‘s

tracey38 Love this couple! 6y
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Bookdiva618
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines

Just started this, cute book.

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Graciouswarriorprincess
Magnolia Story | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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My library haul!

Peaceful_Reader I really want to read You go first... 7y
Graciouswarriorprincess @Peaceful_Reader Me too. It looks like a cute book. 7y
readherwriteher I loved the Magnolia Story. I adore Chip and Jo. 7y
Graciouswarriorprincess @readherwriteher I love them too and how much in love they are with each other and their kids.👍🏻💕 (edited) 7y
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rather_be_reading
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I am abt to watch the last episode of Fixer Upper 😭😭 #myfavshow #sosad

BlameJennyJane I‘ve been bingeing on the almost all day. I‘m still a few episodes behind but I‘m not sure I‘m ready to be done yet with the series! 😦 7y
litmuggle1 I feel your pain i don't want to live on reruns 7y
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Ashley_Nicoletto
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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Confession: I ❤️ HGTV.

Adore it. And this story about Chip and Joanna's marriage/family/life was so good.

Made me feel like "just give me 200K and a house to restore." #girlboss

Ashley85 I love them. 😍 7y
Ashley_Nicoletto @Ashley85 I do too and their love story is so stinking cute. 7y
kylienoele This show is my fave!! My bf even loves it. HGTV in general is the best! 7y
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asiriusreader I love Chip and ‘JoJo,‘ as he calls her! Such an addictive show. Sad that there will be no more new episodes. 7y
echalpan I loved this book!! It was great on audio! 7y
jfalkens I love HGTV too! We don't have cable but whenever a HGTV show is added to Hulu or Netflix I add it to my watch list 😊 7y
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StephanieGeiser
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If you are a lover of Fixer Upper (like me) then you have to read this book! It‘s a quick read and gives you a lot of insight on how they got to where they are.

eanderson I love them! 7y
StephanieGeiser @eanderson Me too!! I even went to Waco in the fall to visit the Silos. It was like stepping into heaven. 7y
tracey38 I love them and have been wanting to read this. 7y
rather_be_reading i LOVE Fixer Upper!! 7y
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ashsbookmarks
The Magnolia Story (with Bonus Content) | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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I love Chip & Joanna Gaines! They are wholesome and just awesome! So I created this shiplap bookmark with them in mind 🤗 head over to my Etsy shop to take a look www.ashsbookmarks.etsy.com
#ashsbookmarks #bookmarks #bookmark #books #book #bookternet #bookstagram #bookworm #booktopia #allthebooks #bookish #etsy #etsyshop #shopsmall #shiplap #fixerupper #chipandjoannagaines

minkyb 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 7y
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swishandflick
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I absolutely love this show! I love Jo's style, how goofy Chip is, and their chemistry. This audiobook was a quick, interesting look at their story (and I loved Chip's interjections). That said, while I respect their views on faith (regardless of my own personal beliefs), I don't think they give themselves enough credit. At one point it was like "we didn't actually do anything, it was just God's plan" which I think oversimplifies it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Tadams4 Great review! Love the honesty! 7y
swishandflick @Tadams4 Thank you! 7y
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KKimber
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Halfway through this book, I knew it would be on my bookshelf for a long time to come. The book dances between Chip‘s and Joanna‘s perspectives, telling the story of how they met and what brought them to where they are now. It‘s an easy, delightful read, sprinkled with simple wisdom.
“I always thought that the “thriving” would come when everything was perfect, and what I learned is that it‘s actually down in the mess that things get good.”

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BkClubCare
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“If you can‘t do more, better try being more” - training advice I still remember receiving from an amazing mentor and I was reminded of this when Joanna shared that she realized she was going to have to “increase her capacity” to keep up with Chip. I really love the Gaines‘ attitudes in living every day: “Thrive now.”

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S.Web
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Mehso-so

I've read this one because I've been in a bit of a slump lately and I wanted a quick read to get me going again. I love their show but I don't think the book really added much to their story.

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OneCent76
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I really enjoyed learning how Chip and Jo met and became the power couple they are today. It wasn't always easy and it was so uplifting how they relied on prayer and had faith in God to get them through tough times.

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Equinm
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I enjoyed learning about this couple and the business they‘ve grown. They were open about mistakes made along the way and things they would do differently. I appreciated their position of gratitude and humility when sharing their successes.

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Tav
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I really enjoyed this book. I am a fan of the show & of Chip and Joanna's relationship. I liked learning more about how they met, fell in love, & built their business. I'm sure lots of details were left out or glossed over, but I appreciated how the Gainses admitted that without the big lucky breaks from investors, they never would have made it. The God stuff -- meh. But, this is a feel-good story tailor-made for fans of the show.

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heyitsMacall
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This couple truly has a great partnership. All their actions are full of love and trust. I don't know how it's possible but I love this family more now that I've heard a little bit of their story. Also, the audio is only about 5 hours; short and sweet!

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Tav
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Pedicure and the Gaineses.

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Jen_Reads
Magnolia Story | Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines
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Picked this one up tonight. It will probably sit on my night stand for a while, but it was 50% off and then another 20% on top of that so I couldn‘t pass it up.

#magnoliastory #nonfiction #books