When I saw the package from Amazon, I tore into the thing thinking for sure it was one of the photography books I just ordered.
Instead, it was this book.
A book I didn't even remember ordering.
For a moment, I got a sick feeling thinking I just ripped open the neighbor's mail. And then just as quickly hoping it wasn't the same neighbor...you know, the one whose package I accidentally opened at Christmastime.
Looking at the order sheet it definitely had my name on it. Whew. In fact, I preordered this book back on November 13th. No wonder.
Oh my.
Go get this book.
"A book destined to become a classic; the sort of book you dog-ear and re-read for the sheer joy of cherishing the words and experiencing the depth of the heart that wrote it." ----Mary DeMuth, author of Thin Places: A Memoir
I'm only a few chapters in and I wholeheartedly agree with Mary. And I don't even know Mary...never heard of her. But she's right. I have underlined so many passages...
...here's one I put to some photos I snapped yesterday.
It begins: "...I wonder too...if the rent in the canvas of our life backdrop, the losses that puncture our world, our own emptiness, might actually become places to see. To see through to God."
This looks so wonderful. I've seen it different places, and the picture alone on the front called to me! I'm going to go take a look. Your pictures are gorgeous . . . as usual : )!!
Posted by: Shelley in SC | Sunday, January 23, 2011 at 09:04 PM
This sounds like something I would love, Sue! Thanks for the recommendation, and yoru photography should be included in the book. It's perfection!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Posted by: Mrs. Magpie | Monday, January 24, 2011 at 06:07 AM
WOW Sue ... I am speechless!
Thank you for starting my week so thoughtully and beautifully...it is always a delight to "visit" with you Dear One!
oxo
Posted by: ~*~Patty | Monday, January 24, 2011 at 11:10 AM
Oh Sue....you absolutely outdid yourself. Very, very, beautiful!!
(on a side note, and not to take away from my comment above...did you ever make a Remains of the Day Journal?)
Posted by: Jill | Monday, January 24, 2011 at 11:13 AM
It sounds perfect. Thanks for the recommendation.
How about those Devils?!♥
Posted by: | Monday, January 24, 2011 at 12:04 PM
Thankyou for the reminder of this book Sue! If you say it is good then it is good, dear girlie. I do love this gal Ann Voscamp and her posts and her soulful words of beauty. So glad you shared this.
Posted by: Cherie Wilson | Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at 11:10 PM
Well, that sounds wonderful. I hadn't heard of this book....adding to my list. Thank you!
Posted by: Linda Richter | Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 03:09 PM
Sue, this book looks and sounds lovely.
I will be looking for it.
Right now I also could go for a bunch of roses.
The snow keeps coming and Spring seems far away.
Flowers always cheer me up.
I am glad Atlanta is doing better with the weather now.
Warm greetings,
Evi
Posted by: Eva-Maria Araujo | Saturday, January 29, 2011 at 05:46 PM
Just stopping by to let you know I miss you.
Shake out something pink, and come play with us tomorrow.♥
Posted by: | Friday, February 04, 2011 at 11:02 AM
Beautiful. You are making me want to go back out in the rain, drive 30 mins. to the nearest bookstore and cuddle up all evening to this one. So glad it spoke to you. xx
Posted by: Autumn Clark | Friday, February 04, 2011 at 04:27 PM
sue, i'm dropping by to say h-ppy v-lentine's d-y. no, this isn't code. well, it sort of is. my 'puter is sticking keys. do you know how difficult it is to type without the letter '-' rhymes with 'hey'. lol.
i will be off the blogs when this goes in so will see you when i return. check my blog for info or not. your choice. ;-p
hope your v d-y is full of love plus wonderful surprises.
love you...
xo,
mrs. m.
Posted by: Mrs. Magpie | Monday, February 07, 2011 at 10:28 PM
oh my gosh Sue so happy to know someone else who loves the book. I have been listening to the audio versions. i have the hard copy as well. so pretty... so amazing... 'sigh'
and this post is extraordinary...as are you.
xxo, Kim
p.s. i'm in for italy. :)
Posted by: Kim Klassen | Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 07:38 PM
This reminds me of something that Twaya Tharp wrote that spoke to me. She is a choreographer and she reflected that when she was in the studio awaiting the arrival of the dancers there was a quiet time. She creates a picture of a large open space with white walls and large windows with natural light pouring in and here she sits waiting and as time approaches the dancers being to roll in with high energy and readiness. Her job is to harness the energy and fill the quiet space with beauty.....Cool huh?
Posted by: Millie | Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 02:42 PM