I love discovering another person shares some of my favorite books. It’s sort of a shortcut to friendship for me. Like loving the same real life people, I guess. And I have favorite movies I like to rewatch according to mood. Sick days especially. Thanks for mentioning that option for a “story fix.”

I’ve only read Kristin Lavransdatter once, a few years ago. This makes me want to revisit that story. Thanks for sharing, Devon!

Yes (and also for Mrs. Lind – did I spell that right?)

Can’t remember that part about KB. 4th grade? Hip hip hooray to Mrs. Lombard!

My elementary school memory is not as sharp as yours, Rich. I only remember my “non reader” friend was a boy, so it very well could have been KB if I’m thinking of the same KB as you are. Do you remember him not being one to pick up a book for fun?

And James and the Giant Peach is a book I’ve read multiple times as well. I think maybe my 4th grade teacher read that one aloud to the class. Yay for teachers!

I have been writing my own memoirs – semi fiction – which is providing me a family connection as well! My sister Shelly gave me about 6 handwritten pages and a lot of love for a story of our childhood life on the hill (Idyllwild). We went back and forth to figure out who remembers way back to elementary school better and a lot of laughs from those days. I think I have a great memory – and in that vein, does your mysterious “non reader” have the initials KB? Favioriest? James and the Giant Peach.

I love that, Shyrle. What are some books that have had that kind of impact on you? And how do you go about finding your next read? Do you read specific authors? I didn’t mention the Jan Karon books, but I enjoy the comfort of visiting Mitford and those familiar characters.

High praise, indeed, Humble guy!