The Goodness of Ordinary People: True Stories from Real Americans by Faith Middleton
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A fascinating display of patriotism. I wasn't aware of Faith Middleton or her radio program until reading this book which had lingered in my bookcase for more than three years. Middleton hosts a public radio show in Connecticut, which pulls the beauty from humanity. A serene empath, she manifests compassion for the caller and the audience. It's an assurance that her listeners adore. My aunt would love to hear this lady. But we live on the West Coast. Maybe in the next life.


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Rabbit: The Autobiography of Ms. Pat by Patricia Williams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So grateful that this woman climbed from dismalness to prosperity. I couldn't believe what a trifling mother she had. Ms. Pat knows she's had guardian angels and I believe her. I refuse to spoil the story but for those who feel their life is in a state of impossible circumstances, you need to read this book.


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Day #2 of 20-Day Water Challenge

So far, I have drunk 66 ounces of water today. Hopefully, I can exceed 100 ounces. On Instagram, there's a description of the water challenge: 20 days of drinking a minimum of 64 ounces of water to the exclusion of other drinks. Try to eat as healthily as possible. 

I am capable of 20 days with only water.

Daytripper by Fábio Moon
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The drawing style seems surreal. Yet, the stories feel truthful. I mourned and celebrated the tales. Is that how life is? This book arrived in my life at a sound time. The fact that Fabio and Gabriel come from Sao Paulo entices me evermore.


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Life Notes: Personal Writings by Contemporary Black Women by Patricia Bell-Scott
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It's not apt to describe this book as draining but the emotional depth can render it laborious. I usually finish books in less than a week. But this one, I purposefully didn't rush through it. I often learn myself through the offerings of others. That's what took so long. It is not wise to rush knowledge of self.

I encourage black women who seek to learn of themselves to read this book.


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