BOOK REVIEWS
Stray (Shannon O’Brien)
I’m captivated by memoirs about individuals who embark on extraordinary journeys. Shannon O’Brien’s memoir, Stray: Breaking Free, Falling Hard, and Growing Stronger, chronicles her…
Making Friends with Your Mind (by Pema Chödrön)
Making Friends with Your Mind: The Key to Contentment, recorded from live retreat sessions at The Omega Institute, features Pema Chodron’s gentle, humorous, and down-to-earth teachings…
My Next Breath (Jeremy Renner)
I was introduced to Jeremy Renner through the movie, The Hurt Locker, which was fantastic. Since then, I’ve noticed his roles in other movies that I’ve also enjoyed. In 2020, I watched him…
Spare (Prince Harry)
I’ve never been a follower of the Royal family; however, I grew up loving Princess Diana and will always remember her kindness, beauty, and compassionate…
Embracing the Unknown (by Pema Chödrön)
Buddhism has always been an easy practice for me to connect with because its teachings make perfect sense in a practical and logical way. Pema Chödrön, an American Buddhist nun…
Dare I Say It (by Naomi Watts)
This year, I read a few books on menopause, but I wasn’t particularly inclined to read another when my library hold arrived for Naomi Watts’ “Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I’d Known…
The Haunting of a Bourbon Town (by Jeff Waldridge)
Lawrenceburg, a charming small town nestled in Central Kentucky, is a frequent destination for us. Its historic downtown and vibrant local businesses make it a delightful place to explore.
I’d Rather Be Reading (by Anne Bogel)
I don’t think there’s a book title that better describes my life preferences. ‘I’d Rather Be Reading: The Delights and Dilemmas of the Reading Life’ by Anne Bogel has been on my radar for a…
How to Survive Menopause (by Samantha Bee)
My Audible membership provided me with the opportunity to listen to Samantha Bee’s performance of “How to Survive Menopause” for free. I was particularly drawn to her use of…
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