Review: A book which you could return to often.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 24, 2014
I received this book from the author for an honest review.The title is the perfect name for this book: Remarkable ordinary: 20 reflections on living intentionally right where you are.I love the ease with which Ms. Harris wrote this book. Comfortable and with great care she had taken us into her world; describing some ordinary, every day events and showed us how to live effectively, appreciating each moment in our lives. Insightful, she gave us glimpses into her own experiences with a lesson learned within the pages. Subtle advice and instructions as she explain that at the end the choice is ours; how we look at things, what we take from them, and apply the lessons into the rest of our lives.Some stories were filled with humor as she write about her experiences with her cats, her child and people she interacted with over the years.Some were written with a deeper understanding of people that crossed her path, and the impact they had made in her life.I simply loved the pictures she had added, coloring the pages with their images effectively. Although she is a devoted Christian she doesn't necessarily quote scripture to bring her point across, but gives you an inspirational lessen that you can tuck away for later reference, reflecting back on a particular event as it pertains to your life at that moment.A book you can return to on several occasions; relevant for every day life.Things she highlighted were:To see the beauty surrounding you, even if it is small and insignificant.How do I feel about myself?Open your eyes to see greatness.Use your time productively, even when you commuting for long hours.Listen and obey.Shared memories from common ground.The meaning of your name. I whole-heartedly agreed with her on this subject. When we understand this powerful connection we will be the better for it.Many more topics were touched in this book; that really lifts you higher and shows you who you can be if your focus shifts and you live intentionally. It reveals to us that ordinary times in our lives can turn into insightful times that can even change our destiny; equipping us for reaching our goals and plans. Really a must have book; lying next to your bed to read again and again.Thanks for affording me the opportunity to read this book.