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I have been very, very stressed recently. There are a lot of things going on right now and I’m not dealing with it very well. I feel stressed, overwhelmed and completely stretched to my limit. Have you ever felt like just running away? Well, that is exactly how I feel. Not really because of anything my family has done – they are absolutely wonderful. I just feel like I can’t handle all the different things that are going on right now.
Obviously, I’m not going to run away. I love my husband and daughter with all my heart. They mean the world to me. I have a good life. I’m blessed and would never turn my back on everything that God has given me. Realistically running away is not an option.
But, what if I run away in my imagination? What if I could temporarily transport myself to another place in time, or another situation, or with different people? That would be great and would probably help me relax some. Reading is the perfect solution to my problems. If I can find a really good book to sink my teeth into it will enable me to “run away” without really leaving everyone I love.
So, do any of you have any suggestions for a good book to read? I like “gentle fiction”, I suppose that is the best way to describe it. Christian fiction or Chick Lit type books. Although it might be nice to stretch my reading muscles and try something new instead. Maybe a mystery or even a historical fiction book. Hmmm…..ideas?
Bye,
Lisa
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I loved Short Straw Bride! http://hobbiesonabudget.com/2012/06/14/short-straw-bride-book-review/ Really nice gentle read but really enjoyable book!
I have a good one that I’m giving away…ending tonight. Annie’s Truth
http://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com/2012/07/lazy-days-of-summer-giveaway-hop-july.html
I have so many on my blog that I love…on that comes to mind is Love Finds You In Macinac Island….my review http://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com/2012/07/a-story-filled-with-beauty-and-wonder.html
I have been getting lost in books for awhile…I was a caretaker for my husband who recently passed away.
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I love historical fiction. You should check out author Phillipa Gregory. She writes about the royal family.
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I really love J.A. Jance (author) series about Sheriff Joanna Brady there are about 10 books or so and it’s a great story line about a small town newly appointed Sheriff her cases as she tries to solve them along with her personal life.
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I love the Mark of the Lion series by Francine Rivers
The Benedict Books by Trenton Lee Stewart (YA fiction, but fun, sweet, clean and hopeful- incredibly well written)
Summer of Light by Dale Cramer
For a great christian allegory I like the Arena by Karen Hancock and Edge of Eternity by Randy Alcorn
I hope you feel more peaceful soon. My I recommend white chocolate truffles and Earl Gray tea? Always helps me! Praying for you♥
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I do not have much time to read so I have no suggestions for you as far as names of books. Though having read this, it is a great idea to be able to get away, I think I am going to follow your lead and do the same. Thanks for the great idea.
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If you haven’t read them yet, Janet Evanovich’s books are my favorite chick lit mysteries. They definitely allow you to get away from whatever is going on and dive into some hilarity with mystery and romance. I suggest all of them whether they are a part of her series or the romance group.
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