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THE BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUE! May I introduce another wonderful memoir to…
THE BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS CONTINUE!
May I introduce another wonderful memoir to everyone?
My friend Michael Hainey, who used to be an colleague of mine at GQ, has written an extraordinary and heartbreaking memoir about trying to uncover the secret of his father's long ago mysterious death. It reads like a detective story (for it is one) but it is also an incredible emotional journey, told in a simple and spare style of writing that belies the intensity of what's at stake here. The book is just out, and I can't recommend it highly enough.
Much love from your friendly neighborhood (sexy) librarian,
Liz
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“Is there any more powerful story in the world than a boy looking for his father?…. Parts of this story will stay with me forever." – Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love and Committed "Michael Hainey makes his quest for answers about his father read like a thriller." – J.R. Moehringer, a…
A lovely new take on HAPPINESS JARS!
A lovely new take on HAPPINESS JARS!
Hi Liz. Am writing to you from beautiful South Africa. I loved the idea of the Happiness Jar so much that I gave one to all my loved ones for Christmas – but put my own spin on them. Firstly I got my neice and nephew to help me decorate some of the jars. Then I got the two of them, and my sister's family in Oz to write messages to each person telling them what about that person makes them happy. I also spent hours collecting happiness quotes (which in itself was like taking a happiness drug). I then put all these messages in to the jars, gave them to my loved ones and explained how they should continue filling the jars up (both their own and each others!). I have also carried this one step further – at work when it is a member of my staff's birthday – they get a Happiness Jar, filled with the quotes and messages from all the staff! It has been amazing to see the effect of these jars on everyone! And of course – I have one of my very own! This also resulted in me discovering my very favourite quote of all time (just like you have a favourite word) – it is a line from Winnie the Pooh – and it just describes the most quint essential thing about happiness! Candice
A wonderful cause in Bali…definitely go visit them if you are there!
A wonderful cause in Bali…definitely go visit them if you are there!
Bali Dog Adoption Rehabilitation Centre
Bali Adoption Rehabilitation Centre houses 120 rescued dogs and puppies aims to relieve suffering, starvation, abuse and neglect of the street dogs in Bali. We endeavour to provide medical care, food, rehabilitation, bedding and love to all dogs and puppies. BARC is a no-kill shelter providing v…
The Girl Effect: The Clock is Ticking
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