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Good reads especially meaningful to elderly folks
As an octogenarian, I can honestly say I have found many reasons to be happy with this stage of my life. I know I am not going to live forever, but really try to make the most of whatever time I have remaining. Some days that is harder than others, but as an avid reader, I can usually lose myself in a good book, and regain my positive attitude.
As an Amazon kindle unlimited member, a membership that I highly recommend, I sometimes get recommendations for books of many genres. Recently, I discovered a little book, by a new auithor, named DB Stryker. It is a poignantly written poem about loss, which we experience at all stages of life. It touched me deeply, and I want to share it with you.
The book is called "The Leaf That Was Afraid to Fall", and it is available to read for free in kindle unlimited, or to purchase on Amazon. It is a beautiful little book.
Please share your own recommendations for books that are meaningful to you, and why they have moved you.
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@tatiana987 thank you for considering me.
Of course, everything you said about geoengineering, as you described it is messing with God’s creation.
Some believe we are a product of evolution. I am not one of those people. Evolution, to me can be described as “self-help” and not relying on a Creator for anything.
That is a sin. We are not our own.
Why was Lucifer cast out of Heaven? The same reason Adam and Eve were cast out of the Garden. They thought that they could become like God. That’s a mistake. So now we humans think we can play God. That’s a mistake!
Proverb 10:29 The way of the Lord is strength for the upright, But destruction will come to the workers of iniquity.
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1 Reaction@binw I almost described The Beatitudes as being “delicious”…
@SusanEllen66 Thank-you.
@cmdw2600 I must add that this is a novel with a senior female protagonist-not a book that is self help in any way.
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2 ReactionsI think "The swedish Art of death cleaning" should be on everyone's reading lists. It helped me realize that that the treasures I keep will be thrown away by my kids after I die, should be given away to friends or neighbors or organizations who can use them. Linens and towels you used when you lived in a4 bedroom house can be repurposed by homeless shelters or Good Will when you move into a one bedroom apartment. When my husband and I downsized and moved to another state, I gave my kids the China and glassware. I enjoy seeing them on holidays when my son sets his table.
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3 Reactions@blm1007blm1007
Yes. Great topic.
This book changed my life, but a warning: it is likely most useful if you are already a practicing Christian. By Missy Buchanan, “From Dry Bones to Living Hope.” It’s a workbook to help yourself get out of the “I’ve lived too long and my life has no purpose anymore” doldrums.
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2 ReactionsMatthew chapter 5 and Luke 6
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1 Reaction@maggieb892 Yes, I recommend The Swedish Art of Death Cleaning, and try to borrow a copy from your library, don't buy one unless you must, and then give it away!
Recently a friend offered to return three paintings I'd given her 25 years ago. After a moment's thought I said "No, thank you. Please give them to someone else or donate them to a benefit auction." Whew!!
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3 Reactions@maggieb892 What I really appreciate is the pragmatic approach to death that the Swedes seem to display. My Dad was Swedish, and a very straightforward, and realistic thinking man. It is how I am trying to look at death. It's just another fact of life with which to deal, and getting rid of "things" is just a part of the preparation.
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2 Reactions@breewhi thank you
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