Top Five No. 5
In between reading Curious George and Fancy Nancy, I've been reading some really good books myself.
Becoming
by Michelle Obama
This book resonated with me so much. I think its because Barrack and Michelle's relationship has a lot of similarities to Chad and I's. Barrack was a dreamer and nothing seemed impossible to him. Michelle loved their quiet life in Chicago and hated politics. Even though they had their differences, her respect and support of him left me thinking about how I relate to Chad. Also, I completely loved the inside look it gave of raising two young girls in the White House. Things like play dates, prom, or simply going outside were complicated at best.
Ask Again, Yes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
by Mary Beth Keane
This brand new novel spans four decades and shows the far reaching affects that mental illness and alcoholism have on generations. Even though the subject was difficult, the ending was beautiful and hopeful. The mistakes of our past don't have to define the future.
The Ministry of Ordinary Places: Waking Up to God's Goodness Around You ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
by Shannan Martin
This book is about showing up where God placed you and loving the people right in front of you. That could be the children in your own house, the neighbor who just lost his wife, or the inmate who's scared to enter the real world again. Shannan said, "Don't invite someone to church before you have invited them for a meal." That quote stuck with me and has inspired me to open my doors wider.
Four Seasons in Rome: On Twins, Insomnia, and the Biggest Funeral in the History of the World
by Anthony Doerr
Anthony Doerr wrote one of my all time favorite books, All The Light We Cannot See. After reading a really good book, I often want to know more about the author. This memoir of the time he spent writing in Rome did not disappoint. It made me love him and his work even more. Anyone who can
travel to a foreign country with six month old twins and manage to produce even a few good paragraphs during that time has my ultimate respect.
Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love
by Dani Shapiro
Both of Dani's parents had passed away when she found out that the man who raised her was not her biological father. How does one go on when the foundation you built your life on is destroyed? What does family even mean? If she is not her father's daughter, then who is she? These are the questions Dani wrestled with. While reading it, I found myself asking the same questions too. This book is sure to give you much to ponder and is a great discussion starter.
That’s all for now, friends.
Becoming
by Michelle Obama
This book resonated with me so much. I think its because Barrack and Michelle's relationship has a lot of similarities to Chad and I's. Barrack was a dreamer and nothing seemed impossible to him. Michelle loved their quiet life in Chicago and hated politics. Even though they had their differences, her respect and support of him left me thinking about how I relate to Chad. Also, I completely loved the inside look it gave of raising two young girls in the White House. Things like play dates, prom, or simply going outside were complicated at best.
Ask Again, Yes ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
by Mary Beth Keane
This brand new novel spans four decades and shows the far reaching affects that mental illness and alcoholism have on generations. Even though the subject was difficult, the ending was beautiful and hopeful. The mistakes of our past don't have to define the future.
The Ministry of Ordinary Places: Waking Up to God's Goodness Around You ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
by Shannan Martin
This book is about showing up where God placed you and loving the people right in front of you. That could be the children in your own house, the neighbor who just lost his wife, or the inmate who's scared to enter the real world again. Shannan said, "Don't invite someone to church before you have invited them for a meal." That quote stuck with me and has inspired me to open my doors wider.
Four Seasons in Rome: On Twins, Insomnia, and the Biggest Funeral in the History of the World
by Anthony Doerr
Anthony Doerr wrote one of my all time favorite books, All The Light We Cannot See. After reading a really good book, I often want to know more about the author. This memoir of the time he spent writing in Rome did not disappoint. It made me love him and his work even more. Anyone who can
travel to a foreign country with six month old twins and manage to produce even a few good paragraphs during that time has my ultimate respect.
Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love
by Dani Shapiro
Both of Dani's parents had passed away when she found out that the man who raised her was not her biological father. How does one go on when the foundation you built your life on is destroyed? What does family even mean? If she is not her father's daughter, then who is she? These are the questions Dani wrestled with. While reading it, I found myself asking the same questions too. This book is sure to give you much to ponder and is a great discussion starter.
That’s all for now, friends.
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