{Australia Challenge Day 2}
While traveling in Australia I read the Salinger classic, Franny and Zooey. The words pulled playfully at the corners of my mouth and moved me to put pen to paper. I saw Australia through an altered lens because this paperback was my traveling companion.
Last week my lovely book club ladies and I met to discuss Salinger's words. I was able to share and express all that I had kept to myself while seeking adventure. The evening was joyous. The flow of discussion moved seamlessly as the group showed academic engagement with the text. We chuckled at the characterization of the mother, dissected the obsession with the ego, and disagreed with SparkNotes concerning the interpretation of the ending. We also came to believe that the stories were relevant to the contemplative words of Howard Thurman:
"Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive."
What makes you come alive? I would love to hear your thoughts, so leave
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What makes me come alive: knowing people who are as excited about life as you are!
ReplyDeleteOne more: Reading a book that transports me, stirs my soul.
You are so sweet Andrea. And yes, a good book def. makes me come alive. =)
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