I have been on a reading frenzy! Since school let out, I have read at least three books! I am loving being able to check out books from the library onto my Kindle. I will review the other books I read too.
I kept seeing the book Wild on the website, but honestly, I wasn't sure I wanted to read it. Finally though, I gave in and consumed it in a few days. The story is of Cheryl Strayed's journey along the Pacific Crest Trail, and the catharsis the journey brings her in her life.
I enjoyed reading the journey that she went on. It made me want to go hiking, but maybe not as long as her journey. Cheryl's journey is really a journey of acceptance of her past and her future, something I think we all can relate to.
I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it as a great summer read!
I heard there is a movie coming out and I am excited to see it!
Happy Reading!
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Monday, July 7, 2014
Sunday, January 12, 2014
The Happiness Project
Over Christmas break, I made it a goal to read more. One of my favorite things is my Kindle.
The library has so many digital books that are instantly delivered to the Kindle. I was browsing and found the book The Happiness Project. I was intrigued to say the least.
I devoured the book, following the author, Gretchen Rubin, through on year of resolutions to make herself happier. I found myself agreeing with so much of what she said. In the book, Gretchen picks a different resolution for each month. One month she focuses on organization, her husband, her children, trying new things, etc.. All in the hopes of finding if these actions made her happy.
As I read, many resonated with me. Specifically, attacking nagging tasks, exercising, being a "treasure house of memories." These are things that make me happy too. I was inspired to begin a happiness journal. Each day I record short phrases or words about what made me happy that day or blessings I am thankful for. I am really enjoying the process of looking at the big things, but also the little things too. Yesterday it was, burritos, clean sheets, and Yark. I feel happier when I think of all the things I have and not the things I don't.
I really recommend this book, even if you are happy! Its great food for thought.
Today, choose happiness!
I devoured the book, following the author, Gretchen Rubin, through on year of resolutions to make herself happier. I found myself agreeing with so much of what she said. In the book, Gretchen picks a different resolution for each month. One month she focuses on organization, her husband, her children, trying new things, etc.. All in the hopes of finding if these actions made her happy.
As I read, many resonated with me. Specifically, attacking nagging tasks, exercising, being a "treasure house of memories." These are things that make me happy too. I was inspired to begin a happiness journal. Each day I record short phrases or words about what made me happy that day or blessings I am thankful for. I am really enjoying the process of looking at the big things, but also the little things too. Yesterday it was, burritos, clean sheets, and Yark. I feel happier when I think of all the things I have and not the things I don't.
I really recommend this book, even if you are happy! Its great food for thought.
Today, choose happiness!
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