Rite of Fancy

A short summary of Introduction to the Devout Life: How to live for God, even if you aren't a dedicated Religious. My favorite Saint Francis de Sales quote from the book: "Be who you are and be that well." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Can you keep your meditations with you? Do you pray with your whole heart? My review of Introduction to the Devout Life: A classic in the practice of Christianity. Practical advice and down-to-earth. A great read for anyone trying to develop their spiritual life. **************************************** 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...

  A short summary of Breakfast at Tiffany's The life and times of Holly Golightly. My favorite Truman Capote quote from the book: "I want to still be me when I wake up one fine morning and have breakfast at Tiffany's." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Are you a mystery? Where do you feel at home? My review of Breakfast at Tiffany's LOVED! LOVED! LOVED! Cynical wisdom at its finest. I saw Audrey Hepburn on every page. Don't forget to check out Truman Capote's other great read: In Cold Blood . **************************************** 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 ...

  A short summary of The Cooking Gene: A chef explores his history and heritage through soul food. My favorite Michael W. Twitty quote from the book: "Food is often a necessary vehicle between one's ancestors or the spiritual forces that guide their destiny." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Do you know the history of your people? Do you explore cuisine outside your standard fare? My review of The Cooking Gene: A great look into the evolution of soul food. A great look into the evolution of ethnic relations. A great look into the history of a person. **************************************** 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 #TaketheBa...

  A short summary of The Overstory: The story of our trees and how some people fought to save a few of them. My favorite Richard Powers quote from the book: "Life has a way of talking to the future. It's called memory." Questions to ponder while reading the book: Can you admit your mistakes? How do you repay kindness? My review of The Overstory: A touching story about an overlooked ecosystem. Eye-opening and difficult to put down. I cried for the trees. **************************************** 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 buy...