February's book

I can't believe February is almost here!

I was thinking about a lot of books and mentioned a couple to you all, but fake out - I'm not choosing any of those. One of my favorite books I read at BYU was Leadership And Self Deception, published by the Arbinger Institute. Terry Warner is part of The Arbinger Institute and he wrote another book - the book for February - Bonds That Make Us Free

I'm not one for "self help" books or anything like them. I LOVED reading Leadership And Self Deception. I thought it articulated the responsibility we have in our relationships perfectly, and applied in a professional paradigm. Bonds That Make Us Free is supposed to be the same principles applied in a gospel paradigm - I think :) I've never read it.

Anyway, I've wanted to read it for a long time. I think February would be a great month for it. Okay, ready, set, go!

Has anyone already read this?

Trying to get ready for February

I'm supposed to have made an announcement already, right? For February's book? Was it last February that we read Gone With The Wind? I really loved that book.

I have a lot of books in mind, but I wanted to ask you if anyone has read Reviving Ophelia or In Defense of Food, An Eater's Manifesto?

I still have other books to choose from too. I can't decide what kind of mood I'm in!

WWII

I LOVED this book. Kim gave it to me to read on Friday night and I finished it Sunday night. It was and incredible story. I cannot believe the kind of horrific cruelty the Japanese people inflicted on those POW's. I mean, honestly, those camps seemed worse than concentration camps. It really made me think about the human spirit. As human beings, we are capable of the most awful cruelty, if we let Satan control who we are and what we become. We are also capable of amazing survival, optimism, love, and compassion. Louie went through things that are seriously unimaginable, but he lived forever and influenced countless people for good. Also, I just kept thinking that has really good luck. But, was it luck? Or was he being prepared for his life later on? Amazing book. Amazing.

Moving On...

Well, I guess we failed at getting together in Merced. I know my six days there were pretty crazy running back and forth between two families and I'm sure you were all busy with your families too. And what is it about vacation that makes you incapable of being productive? I kind of love it. I hope you all had a great Christmas and New Years!
It is time to move on to the next book and I have made the decision. Our January 2011 book will be..


From Laura Hillenbrand, the bestselling author of Seabiscuit, comes Unbroken, the inspiring true story of a man who lived through a series of catastrophes almost too incredible to be believed. In evocative, immediate descriptions, Hillenbrand unfurls the story of Louie Zamperini--a juvenile delinquent-turned-Olympic runner-turned-Army hero. During a routine search mission over the Pacific, Louie’s plane crashed into the ocean, and what happened to him over the next three years of his life is a story that will keep you glued to the pages, eagerly awaiting the next turn in the story and fearing it at the same time. You’ll cheer for the man who somehow maintained his selfhood and humanity despite the monumental degradations he suffered, and you’ll want to share this book with everyone you know. --Juliet Disparte

I have already started reading it and I'm loving it so far. Tim also read it and loved it. Why can't I figure out how to get rid of the italicized type? Lame.
Also, Brooke Callister Ward wants to join us. Randi, can you invite her and give her access? I will send you her email address.