I’m glad you loved Hidden Figures too! We saw it at the theater and after it was over, everyone in the theater clapped. I love when that happens. So moving.

I so agree with you, Elizabeth. The truth of God’s love for each of us is amazing and should never be kept secret!

Thanks, Jean. This particular book kind of just came to me, but the past couple of years I have begun to actively look for books like these. When I read them to Jenna’s students, occasionally one of them will make a remark about the child’s skin, so I want to stay attentive to the same details that they are.

I cried throughout Hidden Figures too, Debbie. It’s just hard to imagine how people could be so cruel to other human beings. It makes me remember I need to assess my own heart and actions to make sure I don’t have my own hidden prejudices that I’m not even aware of myself.

I’m 100% with you, Lux. Michelle Obama was and continues to be a wonderful role model. She and President Obama set such a excellent example of how to be a loving family under the scrutiny of the public eye. I’m so grateful for how faithful they were to each other and I look forward to watching them lead through various ways in the years to come. I know they’ll stay active in doing good things for America.

I think it’d be a great addition to anybody’s library. Hope your niece enjoys it, Ruth!

I agree with you, Dawn; I think it is changing a little. I am grateful for that. We still have a long way to go, but at least we’re heading in the right direction, I hope.

I agree, June; too often we don’t mix things up enough. We watched an episode last night of Black-ish (it came on earlier this week I think) about this very thing. The mom (who is black) wanted a black role model doll for her child instead of always a white one but the store predominantly sold white ones. I’ve really enjoyed learning a lot about race issues from this sitcom. And laughing a lot through it, too.

Yes, you likely did see this book sitting on my coffee table, Ashley. 🙂 It is a beautiful book that would draw you in.

I can’t remember if I’ve seen Under the Tuscan Sun or not…I’ve either seen it or a movie similar to it. Regardless, I love the theme you pull out of it, that God can answer our prayers in the most unexpected yet delightful ways!

I saw this children’s book featured at Ann Voskamp’s blog. Will have to check this out to give as gifts.