Apparently I’m not quite finished talking about Little Women. Yesterday, I wrote about the ending I’d change. Today, I’m realizing the book changed me in ways that have nothing to do with who Jo ended up with. When I first read Little Women, I expected a story about four sisters growing up. What I didn’t…
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If I could change the ending of any book…
If I could change the ending of any book, it would definitely be Little Women. I know this might be an unpopular opinion, but I never liked how Laurie ended up marrying Amy. From the very beginning, I loved the chemistry between Laurie and Jo. Even though Jo kept insisting she only saw him as…
The Masks Never Stay On Forever
For a long time, I believed the best in people. If someone smiled at me, I smiled back. If someone needed help, I helped. If someone called me a friend, I treated them like one. Maybe that is just the way my heart works. I have never been very good at keeping score. I did…
Anne of Green Gables
If there is one book series and television adaptation I wish I could experience again for the very first time, it would be Anne of Green Gables. Written by L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables introduced readers to Anne Shirley, a spirited orphan with a vivid imagination, a kind heart, and a knack for finding…
Happiness Isn’t What Most People Think It Is
One of the biggest misconceptions people have about happiness is that it means having a perfect life. Many people believe that happiness comes after reaching a certain goal. Maybe it’s finding the perfect job, making more money, buying a house, getting married, losing weight, or finally solving all of life’s problems. We tell ourselves that…
Seven Seconds of Confusion
Did I Just Dream an Earthquake? Something strange happened to me at 4:44 this morning. I was asleep and dreaming that there was an earthquake. In my dream, I was lying in bed when everything started shaking. Then I woke up… except I don’t think my brain realized I was awake yet. For about seven…
Rediscovering Ocean Girl
As a child, I loved watching Ocean Girl on The Disney Channel. Back then, Disney aired shows from all over the world, and one of the most memorable was this Australian science fiction series. Recently, I sat down and watched all four seasons on DVD, and I was surprised by how well the show held…
If I could talk to animals, life would be even more magical.
If I could instantly master any skill, I would want the ability to talk to animals and with any and every creature on earth. Not only would I love to understand what they are thinking, but I would also love for animals to trust me the way they trusted Snow White. Imagine walking through a…
We laid my dad to rest.
Today was a beautiful day. As difficult as this day was, I know Dad would have been happy. One of his final wishes was granted. He wanted a Christian burial and funeral service, and today we were able to give that to him. When Dad was gravely ill, we had many deep and difficult conversations…
Words to live by
IF SOMEONE IS falling behind in life, you don’t have to remind them. Believe me, they already know. If someone is unhealthy, they know. If someone is struggling in their relationships, with money, with self-image, they know. It’s what consumes their thoughts each day. What you need to do for those who are struggling is…
Crowned Brunette 