I caught my usual late fall cold just before our trip to Disneyland! Being the big wimp I am, I didn't do much while I was sick...but it gave me the chance to read two books. I loved them both so much I had to share...
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, Betty Smith...I picked this up a few months ago and when I finally had the chance to submerge myself in it, I fell in love with it! It's the story of a young girl (Francie) growing up in Brooklyn at the turn of the century. She is very poor, but fortunate to have a mother who values education and realizes it will be the thing that will give her children a chance at a better life... Highly recommended!
I also read (after stealing it from Gary) Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell...the book is a tale of his journey as a Navy Seal and his courageous battle against hundreds of Taliban fighters. He lost three of his best friends and sixteen other men died trying to save his team. This book enlightened me on the war in Afghanistan and the huge sacrifices being made for our freedom. Must read! (disclaimer #1: harsh language, I'm a little numb to it...others may not be. #2: If you're a liberal this is probably not the book for you)
If you have any good suggestions for me please leave them here! I think I've got the reading bug and I'm counting on it to get me through this cold, miserable winter!
2 comments:
I am so sorry about your cold. I have been flat on my back several days this week. Missing church today because I have no voice. I am glad you got some good reading time. I love it when I have an excuse to read without being pestered by Ted and the Kids.
Your Disney Land Trip looked like so much fun. I truly love that place. I could go several times a year and still not be worn out.
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn is of my favorite books. So glad you loved it.
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