Rite of Fancy

  A short summary of Boundaries: Deciding where you are and what you will allow. My favorite Henry Cloud quote from the book: "To forgive means acknowledging we will never get from that person what was owed to us." Questions to ponder while reading: Do you take on too much? Are you doing what you want to do? My review of the book: A good book on setting limits. Uses real-life examples. Realistic tips for change. *I love Henry Cloud's definition of forgiveness.* **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , o...

  A short summary of Unmissing: A missing and presumed dead x-wife returns to her husband's life to haunt him and his new wife. My favorite Minka Kent quote from the book: "Monsters aren't supposed to get happy endings." Questions to ponder while reading: How well do you know your spouse? Why not just go to the police? My review of the book: A fun little thriller with an interesting twist. Engaging story. The materialism bothered me. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coff...

  A short summary of The Seven Storey Mountain: The story of Thomas Merton's call. My favorite Thomas Merton quote from the book: "You cannot live for your own pleasure and your own convenience without inevitably hurting and injuring the feelings and interests of practically everyone you meet." Question to ponder while reading the book: What leads you? Have you ever truly been alone? My review of the book: I am very inspired by his calling. It's a poignant life story. I really see the beauty behind the Trappist austerity. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider su...

  A short summary of Be Water, My Friend: The philosophy of the late Bruce Lee. My favorite Bruce Lee quote from the book: "Never assert yourself against nature." Questions to ponder while reading: What do you battle against? How disciplined are you? My review of the book: A lovely book about the life of Bruce Lee. A close look at Mr. Lee's discipline and determination. A must-read for any martial art aficionado.  **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coffee!

  A short summary of The Tales of Beedle the Bard: Fairy tales for the wizards among us. My favorite J.K. Rowling quote from the book: "To hurt is as human as to breathe." Questions to ponder while reading: Do you help others? Could you provide proof of your pain? My review of the book: I love J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter Universe. It is such a fun place. A must-read for all Harry Potter Fans. The tales are pretty deep. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coffee!

  A short summary of Pope John Paul II- A Life of Love: A short, quick biography of Saint Pope John Paul II.  My favorite Saint Pope John Paul II quote from the book: "War is a defeat for humanity." Questions to ponder while reading: Have you ever been truly alone? Have you ever really suffered? My review of the book: I am really inspired by the life of Saint Pope John Paul II. A very good overview. Quick and easy to read. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  shop.takethebackroads.com #TaketheBackRoads Like my page? Please consider supporting my work by visiting my sponsors, my  webshop , or by buying me a cup of coffee!