When we went to the library recently, this book called to me from the shelf, as I walked by the new selections. The red barn on the cover pulled me in first. Then I saw beneath the title ‘On Farming, Food, and Love’ and thought this is my kind of book!
And it was. Each night before bed, I wanted to read just one more page. (Yes, that same book I was writing about in my Gratitude Sunday post.) There were times I laughed out loud (then quickly caught myself because I didn’t want to wake Bracken sleeping next to me) and times I cried because it was so heartwarming and the words touched me so deeply.
It’s a true story of transformation from New York chick to Farm gal and Kristin tells it so honestly and beautifully. I finished it last night, to the sound of rain outside, while drinking ginger tea with honey that was cold by the time I got to it (but tasted just as good.) Yesterday had been a long and somewhat frustrating day- stretching my patience. I felt the weight of the day lift, page by page, as I plunged into the story.
As I sat with the last page open, I let the pleasant chills sweep over my body as the words sunk in. Then I shut the book quietly and sat for a moment. I looked over at Jeff and Bracken sleeping next to me. Bracken had rolled over in his sleep and sprawled his legs all over Jeff, which looked quite comical. I thought about the days I complained, when I felt exhausted and frustrated. And I realized there was nothing like a good book to finish the day and bring my life back into perspective. With love humming in my heart, I looked at those two asleep- those two souls that I completely adore and whom I get to spend my days with. I felt full. Oh yes, that book was just what I needed to read.
Hi Taryn! So today I picked up this book from the hold shelf at the library, and began it this afternoon. I LOOOOOVE IT!!! I’ve put it down just barely long enough to put some water on for tea, and to get online and tell you how much I’m enjoying it so far (even though I’m only on page 33).
Thank you so much for this recommendation. What a treat to be reading this… it’s just like playing – and that’s exactly what I needed today.
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Love to you!!! Hope your evening is nice.
Love
Lindsey
Sounds like a wonderful book, I will look for it next time I’m at the library. All the best to you.
I just put this on hold at our library; It sounds like a good one. 🙂
Glad to hear you treated your spirit to a good book!
Love to you, and hope today is better than Tuesday 🙂
Love
Lindsey
I’ve read this too, and loved it! I love the balance of the beauty of the farm alongside the harsh and sometimes ugly things she had to deal with.
I also loved the book. Like you there were times when you just had to laugh and times to cry. A very good read. Hoping for a great day for you Taryn!
I loved this book too, Taryn, and the delicious feeling that comes with reading a great story — especially with loved ones snuggling close by! I shared my thoughts on its loveliness here…in case you’re interested 🙂 http://rowangarthfarm.blogspot.com/2011/03/yarn-along.html