I figure it's high time to write a post about the good books that I have so far found to be worth missing
a meal for...
(PS: not all of these are novels)
"The Help" a novel by Kathryn Stockett
What I love about Miss Stockett's book, which I've not yet finished, is her brilliant dialogue, and character development. I wouldn't post this if I didn't think that it was an inspirational read, and 100% page turner. (well, so far, at least!)
"Day of War" a novel by cliff Graham
I have a friend who once told me that he stays away from books about "sipping tea." Cliff Graham's novel, which depicts the inglorious life of King David (before actually becoming king) indirectly explained to me the difference. Not for the timid of heart, but great to read aloud to little brothers, and so eye opening to what things really looked like for these famous characters from the Scripture books of Samuel and 1-2Kings.
"Streams of Civilization Vol.s 1 & 2" by Mary Stanton
I couldn't wish for a better history course! Not just for homeschooling, but for understanding different civilizations from the the Great Flood, to King Tutt, to the French Revolution, to 9/ll. Great for quick referencing!
"The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg"
a novel by Rodman Phillbrick
The amazing thing about books is that not all of them have to be designated to a certain age group. Homer P. Figg's adventures may have been written mostly for boys between the ages of 6 and 12, but this 17-year-old girl found as much delight in having read it aloud with the family, as any boy would. On a scale of 1-10, for funny, well written, historically accurate children's novels, this one gets an 11, from me. :)
"Preparing to be a Help Meet" by Debi Pearl
Hey! Why does this look familiar? Check out my post, where I have already given the in's and out's 'bout how much this book suits me, here.
"Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married
by Gary Chapman
Did you know "that being in love is not an adequate foundation for getting married?" (quote from book.)... I didn't...really...know that... very well. :) Gary Chapman, author of "The 5 Love Language's" has begun to take me on a journey towards truly understanding marriage beyond what mom's and dad's show me through examples, beyond what Hollywood eludes to as "happily ever after" and beyond what my friends tell me.
"Nourishing Traditions" by Sally Fallon
So very much of my diet, growing up, has revolved around the healthy techniques written of by dear Miss Sally. My mother and close sister, Betz, have always used easy recipes from "Nourishing Traditions" such as kefir, chicken broth, ghee (butter), dutch babies etc. I recently was given this book by a close friend, and already feel as though I can cook any healthy meal for a large crowd with no problem. Bon appetite! (not one you'd need to miss a meal for! heehee)
"Hattie Big Sky" a novel by Kirby Larson
Back in 2008, my younger siblings and I spent the summer in a rather boring, country town in Idaho. Our main source of entertainment? The library! Of the many books I read that summer, "Hattie Big Sky" was the bright, pink, bold highlight, and still lies among my favorite books... Especially as I have visited the Big Sky state, for the third time, now.
"Five years from now you will be the same person you are now except for the people that you meet and the books that you read..."
~unknown.
be blessed!
and let us not forget Jerusalem
Rahel
