Reading about Enneagram Sixes this week was difficult. In the past, I have typed myself as a Six. However, when I’m feeling good and at my best I gravitate more toward a One. This week, personal struggles have brought out some of my most unhealthy traits. In the midst of conflict I tend to exhbitContinue reading “Enneagram Six”
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Enneagram Five
As I continue on my journey of understanding each of the nine Enneagram types, I cross the threshold of half-way this week . I am using Ian Morgan Cron’s book, The Road Back to You, as I explore the attributes of an Enneagram Five, also known as the Investigator. My father is an Enneagram Five.Continue reading “Enneagram Five”
Stephanie Mund: 10 Questions with the Author
On March 8, Stephanie Mund is releasing her debut children’s book, The Love Light. I am so inspired by her journey toward publication and growth as a writer. Stephanie and I both work for the same school district and at one point were neighbors as well. The Love Light was inspired by the uncertainty ofContinue reading “Stephanie Mund: 10 Questions with the Author”
Enneagram Three
The three weeks I have invested in studying the Enneagram have already been such a blessing in my relationships. Diving into the thinking behind each of these personality types has helped me empathize and understand the people around me. Reading each chapter of Ian Morgan Cron’s book The Road Back to You has helped meContinue reading “Enneagram Three”
Far From You: A Book Review
Title: Far From You Author: Tess Sharpe Publisher: Hyperion Copyright: 2014 Sophie lost the trust of those closest to her when she became addicted to oxy. The accident that permanently injured her leg drove her to extreme measures–numbing the pain with the pills that helped her forget it. All of the lies piled up until Sophie isolated herselfContinue reading “Far From You: A Book Review”
The Midnight Library: A Book Review
Title: The Midnight Library Author: Matt Haig Publisher: Viking Copyright: 2020 This book sat on my shelf for far too long and my anticipation was strong. Luckily, Matt Haig did not disappoint! Nora Seed has decided that she no longer wants to live. In the last twenty-four hours she lost her job and her belovedContinue reading “The Midnight Library: A Book Review”
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe: A Book Review
Title: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe Author: Benjamin Alire Saenz Publisher: Simon and Shuster Books for Young Readers Copyright Date: 2012 “High school was just a prologue to the real novel. Everybody got to write you — but when you graduated, you got to write yourself.” This book was so compelling,Continue reading “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe: A Book Review”
Hot British Boyfriend: A Book Review
Title: Hot British Boyfriend Author: Kristy Boyce Publisher: HarperTeen Copyright Date: 2021 After the most embarrassing event of her life becomes a viral video and the death of her reputation, Ellie Nichols puts an ocean between herself and her school in DC by enrolling in a prestigious study abroad program in ENGLAND. Throwing herself into her studies at EmbertonContinue reading “Hot British Boyfriend: A Book Review”
The Cousins: A Book Review
Title: The Cousins Author: Karen M. McManus Publisher: Delacorte Press Copyright Date: 2020 Milly, Aubrey, and Jonah, young cousins and heirs to the infamous Story estate, are surprised at their estranged Grandmother’s invitation to spend the summer on her private island together. For their entire lives they have accepted the fact that something happened between their parents that causedContinue reading “The Cousins: A Book Review”
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter: A Book Review
Title: I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter Author: Erika L. Sanchez Publisher: Ember Copyright Date: 2017 Julia is growing up as the daughter of Mexican immigrants in Chicago. Until recently, she flew under the radar of her overprotective parents, because her older sister, Olga, held a monopoly on their attention. Olga never lied. Olga worked hard to bringContinue reading “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter: A Book Review”
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