Lulu: Brief Update

Hi, beloved ladies! I'm (re)reading one of my favorite authors (from when I was 15 or so), John Bellairs. I can't remember what I was reading before that, oddly enough--or not oddly; I'm a little overwhelmed with all I have to do to prepare to move. I'm reading The Doll People to the kids; jury's still out on that one. I'll probably read The Birth House next and hopefully really start reading my doula books in earnest if I hope to be certified in the allotted time. :)

Liz: What I've been reading

Hi everyone! You ladies are so smart! I'm always so impressed with what everyone's reading, especially nonfiction. For some reason, I have always leaned more toward fiction. I read The Thirteenth Tale recently, and I just noticed that the quote atop our blog is from the book. A friend shared that quote with me a few years ago, and although it resonated with me, I only read the book some months ago. I adored it so that I purchased my own copy to read anytime I like. I will be reading and rereading that one. I love the way she writes. So fluid and inspiring. Just makes me want to write!

I just finished Being the Mom by Emily Watts. Uplifting, funny, brief and positive-very enjoyable and worthwhile. I heard her speak recently at a Time Out for Women, and she is a cool person! I feel like I might have several things in common with her, too, including a love of words.

I am currently reading the Mitford series books-on #2, Mom! Remember I bought #1 in Boston? Guess that means it's your turn! Should I send it to Payson? I really like how I can count on these books to be squeaky clean, humorous, and uplifting and inspiring. They are comforting.

Listing these out makes me realize: "Wow, I do make time to read! Even if I'm not sure exactly how . . " Also, I am reading Dave Ramsey's Total Money Makeover. Excellent book. Pat & I are both reading it, in fact, and excited as we apply it.

I love you all! Gotta go tackle the rest of those dishes. :)

Raehink: Coincidental Commonalities

Not only are many of us serving in Relief Society, but I have/am also been reading much of what Lynness has been reading. I love it when that happens. Nothing wrong with being a nerd at all!

I discovered Connie Willis a few years ago and just checked out Blackout from the Provo Library. I absolutely LOVED the Henrietta Lacks book. I think EVERYONE should read it. Great stuff! I've also dipped into The Disappearing Spoon (got distracted with other things and left it by my bed) and have read Napoleon's Buttons too.

I recently finished The Warmth of Other Suns and In The Garden of Beasts -- both historical nonfiction worth anyone's time.

Lynness, do you know about Goodreads? Most of us have signed up for it and it seems to be a great way to keep track of reading as well as a way to get ideas for new books. I love knowing what everyone is reading.

My summer will be busy. Relief Society. Working at Santaquin Library. Finishing the last 3 classes for my Bachelor's. New grandson. Walking to lose ten pounds. Finding a job for Ivan and Bill. And whatever else life throws my way!