Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Books, Books and More Books!


Oh my goodness! I have been on a book frenzy lately! We found a new-to-us used bookstore and OF COURSE I had to buy a few. Picked up a couple of more from the thrift store. I read the "Natural Baby Care" book and it is a wonderful primer on using aromatherapy/essential oils which was exactly what I have been wanting to learn about for the past month!

Last night I had my Mom Monday Night out and spent part of my time at the library. Without having the children with me I was able to take my time and leisurely browse...which then led to an absolutely excessive amount of books borrowed!

Here are this week's library finds by topic!

GREEN LIVING/GARDENING:
  • A Greener Faith: Religious Environmentalism and Our Planet's Future by Roger S. Gottlieb
  • The Organic Suburbanite: An Environmentally Friendly Way to Live the American Dream by Warren Schultz (I started reading this last night and it's a wonderful book if you are on the beginning of your green journey. Easy to read, fun, great recipes, and cover topics including your kitchen, laundry, bed/bath, shopping, composting, lawn care, gardening, etc)
  • Forest Gardening : Cultivating an Edible Landscape by Robert Hart
  • If You Like My Apples by Clue Tyler Davis (How to Grow Fruits and Vegetables Organically In Step With Nature)
  • Eat More Dirt: Diverting and Instructive Tips for Growing and Tending an Organic Garden by Ellen Sandbeck
  • A Child's Garden: Enchanting Outdoor Spaces for Children and Parents by Molly Dannenmaier
PARENTING:
  • Simplify Your Life With Kids by Elaine St. James
  • Vaccinations: A Thoughtful Parent's Guide by Aviva Jill Romm
DECORATING:
  • Comfortable Country: Peaceful Homes Inspired by the Country by Enrica Stabile
  • Embroidery and Cross-Stitch
  • New Country Style by Country Home Magazine
CHRISTIAN
  • The Suburban Christian by Albert Hsu
  • Sidewalks in the Kingdom: New Urbanism and the Christian Faith by Eric Jacobsen
  • The Jesus of Suburbia by Mike Erre
  • Girl Meets God by Lauren Winner (I had read her book "Mudhouse Sabbath" and loved it!)
Am I going to be busy or what?!?!??! Too many books, too little time!
What are you reading this week?

6 comments:

Michelle said...

I just stumbled upon your blog last week and really love it! I find it really speaks to how I like to live & keeps me inspired that others are chosing the same path. Thanks for putting out a positive message & example for us all.

Trina said...

I followed you here from comments on Andrea's blog. I'm enjoying reading through your thoughtful posts. I enjoyed reading Vaccinations: A thoughtful parents guide. I found that it was a fairly balanced and informative book. I probably need to read again. Might I reccomend taking notes. All the great info from the book is mixed up in my brain now. Have a blessed day

Trina

Denn said...

I was delighted to find the book "Radio Plays for Young People" published in 1950 for 2 bucks at my library the other day. I thought the kids would have a lot of fun with it.

Andrea said...

hi Aimee!
Just like me, a sucker for books, esp. used and library ones. I can't say no.

Look like great titles.

Thanks again for all your encouragment on taking a solitude trip....
blessings
andrea

Al Hsu said...

Thanks for borrowing and mentioning my suburbs book - I hope you find it helpful! And Girl Meets God is a great read. I always appreciate anything Lauren writes.

Pieces said...

Great books! I put a few on hold with my library.