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The Gift of an Ordinary Day
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Publisher's Summary
Poised on the threshold between family life as she's always known it and her older son's departure for college, Kenison is surprised to find that the times she treasures most are the ordinary, unremarkable moments of everyday life, the very moments that she once took for granted, or rushed right through without noticing at all.
The relationships, hopes, and dreams that Kenison illuminates will touch women's hearts, and her words will inspire mothers everywhere as they try to make peace with the inevitable changes in store.
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- t h.
- 02-05-17
Life's moments.
Thank you for reminding how simple ordinary events are precious to our existence! Much appreciation!
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- Sonia
- Navasota, TX, USA
- 12-20-09
slow
Neat mom, but really slow and drawn out.......not too interesting.
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- LeeAnn Bellum
- 08-10-19
read my mind
hearing her thoughts on raising teenagers and letting go; finding new meaning in our lives...it was like she was reading my mind and expressing all those feelings in my heart that i didn't yet have words to express.
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- Marilee06
- 03-20-19
Beautiful reflections and lessons
I really enjoyed this book. I feel like a dear friend, watching on the side as this family grows, moves, changes and matures.
I heartily recommend the audible version.
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- Richey81
- 05-02-17
Thought provoking book!
The book was overall great. Perfect for all moms in all stages of parenthood. The author really knows how to paint the perfect picture in your mind!!!
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- Mary
- 07-31-15
Such a peaceful soulful book
The authors warm steady voice as she reads the beautiful story of her family was like a balm. The story is not at all preachy as she fully shares the good days and the bad, her parenting failures and triumphs. I wanted it to go in and on.
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- Celeste Bartunek
- 04-17-11
Impressive insights
Beautifully written insights into motherhood. I will breathe in the ordinary days with ease after taking in this book. It is written by a mother who is telling us all to pay attention so we will not miss our children's daily lives. It is the little things that truly matter when we look back on our lives with them. Great book. I would recommend it to all mothers.