Friday, November 7, 2008

my update

Well, I'm a slow reader. I always want to read more than I can!!

I'm just finishing Obama's book, Dreams From my Father, and I feel more connected with PRESIDENT ELECT OBAMA than I have about any President of my lifetime.

I am also in the midst of reading Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline, on the recommendation of my mom. It has helped me through a really tough time of parenting with Sofia. It appeals very much to my AP parenting style, but also allows us, as parents, to forgive ourselves, saying that when a conflict occurs, you did your best in that situation, and so did your child. That thought has been very comforting to me lately!

One book that has been sitting on my shelf, wanting me to read it, is Dave Eggers' What is the What. I don't know when I'll get to it...

I am excited to begin reading Grapes of Wrath for our next meeting!

2 comments:

Kjirsten said...

What a great title that is, Kristen. Easy to Love, Difficult to Discipline. Isn't that true of most kids? And it's what they need. Maybe you can share a few of your favorite lessons learned on here or at our next meeting.

Theresa said...

Kristen, bring your book suggestions on Sunday. Even though we have G of W picked out as our next choice, I think we're ready to pick the next book and line it up for January.