Anyway, the name has changed, but Anne of Modern Mrs. Darcy is still hosting a link-up for short, snappy book reviews. Here's what I've been reading...
The Nesting Place :: Myquillyn Smith
Beautiful throughout--and not just the pictures, though they're reason enough for paging through this design tome. Mid-read I took the plunge with a thrift store run and a bit of sewing to create some throw pillows that we already love. A good kick in the pants to prioritize loving the space you have.
The People of Sparks :: Jeanne DuPrau
Follow-up title to The City of Ember was very good. What happens when a city of people who have dwelt underground for 200 years emerge and descend, mostly helpless and clueless, on a people group who have built a community after an apocalyptic sort of disaster? This book is what happens.
Compact Living :: Michael Guerra
I grabbed this self-published-looking title from a library display rack. It wasn't stellar, and it wasn't tremendously applicable to my situation, but I swoon over the thought of small spaces and tiny houses enough that I skimmed it pretty hard. Definitely got Professor and I talking about convertible furniture and using space well, so it was worth the time reading.
Smart Money, Smart Kids :: Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze
Seasoned advice (and heartwarming stories from their own lives together) for all ages and stages of raising money-smart kids. A lot of stuff I already knew, but there was enough new and motivating material that this book will eventually have to find its way onto my bookshelf for future reference. Recommended for anybody with kids!
Food: A Love Story :: Jim Gaffigan
I laughed. I cried. I laughed until I cried. And then I ate Hot Pockets. Amen. (Seriously, if you need a laugh and prefer your comedy be pretty clean, this is the guy for you, and his latest doesn't disappoint.)
The Nesting Place will probably be my #1 read of the year. I read it twice. I loved it. Thanks for the review on the Dave Ramsey book; I was curious about it. And I love Jim Gaffigan. I read Dad is Fat but not this one yet! (Also, his recent appearance on the Tonight Show was a crack up!)
ReplyDeleteI've been reading Dave Ramsey too. I don't think I've incorporated everything of his into my life, but i find it motivational anyways. Good stuff.
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