The three books I read on my summer vacation were all classic “beach reads.” thread of the story.” Additionally, I like books that take place in modern day, with characters with cell phones and iPads. I don’t mind a romance, but I want it to be a side part of the story, not the main story. Family dramas with strong female characters are good, and a little mystery works for me. Considering my age, I like books with mature characters (which Maddie Please specializes in), and books that make me stop and think, and even highlight sections. Though these books are fiction, the authors work hard at crafting the exact word choices that make the life-truth relatable and memorable.
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My Personal Memory of President Ronald Reagan
One of the scenes in the movie features Reagan and Nancy dining at Chasen’s Restaurant—a Hollywood classic that closed in 1995. Seeing them in the restaurant reminded me of this special experience my husband and I had at Chasen’s in 1989.
Blessed to be Content
At its core, this is really what the Best-Life Project is about. Realizing what you want and being happy with it. When we know what we want our future to be, it helps us make decisions today that move us toward that end goal. Ten years from now, even two years from now, my vision for my future may change. I may be tired of dealing with workers and customers. I may want to travel more. But for today, I’m good.
Don’t Have a Facelift, Have a Life Lift Instead
When I’m eighty-five I want to look back at the way I was when I was sixty-five and think, hey I wasn’t bad, I did my best. I didn’t give up.’
Get Ready for a Trip with Your Girlfriends
While being thought provoking for your own life, the Wildwater Walking Club books are an easy and entertaining read. I tend to read in bed, next to my husband—with my Kindle in dark mode. Many times, I had to stifle my chuckle to keep from waking him up. You will love the friendship and camaraderie between the women as well as their travels—you will feel like you are on the trip with them. The health coaching and life lessons are an added bonus.
Make it a Girl’s Night Out
80 for Brady reminds us of the value of friendships and subtly encourages us to be grateful for the beautiful friends we’ve had and still have.