Summary Christmas of 1868 finds the six Eunson children orphans. The eldest, Robbie, must fulfill the promise he made to his dying mother and find homes for his five siblings. Review A touching account of the struggles of a 19th century Wisconsin family. On December 23rd, Mamie Eunson summons young Robbie to her bedside and charges him with finding good homes for his five younger siblings. Early Christmas morning Robbie sets out and, with the help of his brothers, fulfills his promise. The ... continue reading...
Book Review: The Lilies of the Field by William Barrett
Summary Homer Smith, a black ex-GI who is "two parts amiable and one part plain devil," has set out to see the west. He travels - and sleeps - in second-hand wagon until he meets a group of nuns in a valley just west of the Rocky Mountain range. The German nuns need a church and Homer needs work. The town, it needs hope. Review Lilies of the Field is a straightforward tale of faith and beauty that comes from hearts responding to God. It is a story about the kind of freedom that comes only ... continue reading...
Book Review: Olivia and the Little Way by Nancy Carabio Belanger
Summary Fifth grader Olivia Thomas has moved to a new school in a new state. To help ease the transition, Olivia's grandmother gives her a chaplet and introduces her to St. Therese of Lisieux. With her heavenly friend at her side, Olivia learns what it means to follow "The Little Way". Following the Little Way isn't always easy, though, and Olivia makes a bad decision. With her grandmothers help, Olivia re-finds the Little Way and discovers how sacrifice and love can change ... continue reading...
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Olivia and the Little Way - Such a sweet book. A bit predictable and a little preachy, but sweet. I pre-read the book, then handed it over to C who devoured over the course of two days. I can't speak to whether or not she shares my criticisms. I can speak to the Cinnamon Chip Scone recipe at the end of the book: delicious. The Lilies of the Field - Short, easy read. Beautiful book. A black man finds himself parked near a struggling, non-existent abbey. His internal struggles, the town's ... continue reading...
books, books, and more books
Because I can't remember to post for Ginny's yarn along. I'm just keeping track of these things here. Also, I have pictures (and a small case of Poison Ivy) to remind me of Wednesday's Metro Park visit. Audio Books: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane read by Judith Ivey. I've only read one other books by Kate DiCamillo - Because of Winn-Dixie - and I wasn't too impressed by it. But this book. Beautiful storyline, wonderful reading. My 9 year old had no problems understanding the ... continue reading...
