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It's always good to read a book that takes you back to a simpler time, when living off the land was a much easier idea to think about then it is now. Despite this couple's hardships, surviving a year on an island with next to nothing inspired me to think about more ways to make or use what I already have, rather than running to the closest department store to pick up something new.
In the midst of our technology driven lives, it was great to read a book chronicling a couple who decided to give up city life and live simply. That's not a rare theme these days, but this book was written in the 1960's when most everyone wanted the chance to leave the country and take up city life. David and Jeanne Conover rid themselves of anything not considered essential to buy themselves an island and turn it into a resort. This short read describes the self sufficiency, stubbornness, joy and ingenuity of two determined people who fell in love with an island together.
While every book I read changes me in some way, this book completely gave me a makeover! It made me really think about my priorities when choosing a place to live, vacation and spend my time in general. Silence is becoming a rarity for most of us--read this book and have it change you, too!
A great book to read to your little one who loves to play peek a boo. The illustrations are great and any child will love searching for the little girl in each picture.
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Once Upon an Island by David Conover
deanna.knoll, January 1, 2012
It's always good to read a book that takes you back to a simpler time, when living off the land was a much easier idea to think about then it is now. Despite this couple's hardships, surviving a year on an island with next to nothing inspired me to think about more ways to make or use what I already have, rather than running to the closest department store to pick up something new.Once Upon an Island by David Conover
deanna.knoll, September 27, 2011
In the midst of our technology driven lives, it was great to read a book chronicling a couple who decided to give up city life and live simply. That's not a rare theme these days, but this book was written in the 1960's when most everyone wanted the chance to leave the country and take up city life. David and Jeanne Conover rid themselves of anything not considered essential to buy themselves an island and turn it into a resort. This short read describes the self sufficiency, stubbornness, joy and ingenuity of two determined people who fell in love with an island together.One Square Inch of Silence: One Man's Search for Natural Silence in a Noisy World by Gordon Hempton
deanna.knoll, January 4, 2011
While every book I read changes me in some way, this book completely gave me a makeover! It made me really think about my priorities when choosing a place to live, vacation and spend my time in general. Silence is becoming a rarity for most of us--read this book and have it change you, too!Beeman the by Laurie Krebs
deanna.knoll, August 27, 2010
A great book that introduces the art of beekeeping to young children. It even made me want my own hive!Peek!: A Thai Hide-And-Seek by Mingfong Ho
deanna.knoll, May 20, 2010
A great book to read to your little one who loves to play peek a boo. The illustrations are great and any child will love searching for the little girl in each picture.1-5 of 14next