This was the topic of our book group discussion last night. It was fresh on my mind from a marathon read on Monday-I haven't read a book in one day since well before the baby was born-and boy did we have a lot to talk about! I thought this book was fascinating and thought provoking (one of the many things it provokes). I, unlike many of the online critics, found it exceptionally motivating. Don't get me wrong I don't think she's 100% correct in many of the things she champions, but who is? I loved her honesty and engaging writing and I most loved that she held the bar higher. She expected absolutely the best performance out of her children (at all costs) and herself. She made being great something that is an every day expectation. Maybe we should all do this a little bit more. So please read and tell me what you think, good or bad.
Now, this lovely book was gifted to us from my good friend Emily, whom I will highlight in a post tomorrow. This is such a wonderfully charming children's book, with beautiful illustrations. Did any of you enjoy this in your childhood? I was so pleased when she gave it to us. It reminded me how many wonderful things my mother introduced us to that I had forgotten about.
And did you know, this duck and her ducklings are immortalized on their journey, by little statues in Boston? I can't wait to visit!
2 comments:
Hey Anna, it's Holly. I totally lurk on your blog but have never commented before! Anyway, I wanted to mention that my mom has a signed copy of Make Way for Ducklings. I'm not sure whether or not Robbie ever knew that. But it's pretty neat.
And I didn't know about that statue! So cute!
i LOVE make way for ducklings! we've had that book forever. didn't know about the statue! i'll have to tell my sister, who lives in boston.
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