Dan and I were flying back from somewhere, when we discovered a book recommendation list in the US Airways Magazine. One caught our eye immediately as the “funniest unknown book in the world,” and we decided that we had to read it (which we’ve both just done). The postscript by Anthony Burgess says it best, […]
The Glory of True Love
When I was a girl, the life I wanted could only be found in fairy tales. The knight in shining armor on his white majestic horse was going to whisk me away to some ethereal splendid castle somewhere. There we’d dine on grapes and pastries and succulent meats and stuff ourselves until we could eat […]
Pre-Thanksgiving Thoughts
Have you heard of the four books out by Skylight Paths Publishing called, in order, Spring: A Spiritual Biography of the Season, Summer: A Spiritual Biography of the Season, Autumn: A Spiritual Biography of the Season, Winter: A Spiritual Biography of the Season? They’re wonderful books that include short snippets of poetry or prose or […]
The Luckiest by Ben Folds
Marriage is hard enough, because you have to learn to communicate properly and work at accommodating someone else–his or her opinions and wishes and quirks. Dan and I have been through many difficult times together, just like any couple. We’ve had our knock-out-drag-out fights. We’ve given each other the silent treatment. You name it, we’ve […]
Day of Soul-Searching
Still, today we have no idea what awaits us on Monday. We discuss the healthy vs. unhealthy child issue, the baby boy vs. girl issue, the possibility of having to return home to begin the adoption process all over again (if there are no healthy babies available). We’re tired, confused, and feel very much like […]