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Book Review.....by Shabnam Hashemi
"Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
This is a book about a girl named Sara, in search of the legacy of her mother who was killed in a tragic accident when Sara was four. She lives with an emotionally detached father, and feels totally unloved. She finds her way to a place, where she was sure her mother had been, and it is there where she finds love and connection. The place where she ends up is owned by three sisters who are beekeepers. The book masterfully makes inferences to the lives of people from the way the bees live. The beehive operates on an extremely disciplined and organized system, with every bee having a purpose, and yet contributing to a greater scheme.
As I was reading the book, it occurred to me that we can follow their leads in our own communities, and oh what a bliss that would be. In a way, I think we are on the right path in our little community with our neighborhood organization, and we just need to persevere!! I, for one, am glad to be a part of it.
Shabnam Hashemi
Posted at July 6, 2005 11:37 AM
I always love book suggestions! That sounds like a great summer read, now that I have some time off from school and am able to read for pleasure. I am a big fan of Barbara Kingsolver and would highly recommend her collection of essays "Small Wonder" as well as "Prodigal Summer". She successfully mixes science, nature, and fantastic prose to create wonderful, thoughtful stories. I am going to pick up "Poisonwood Bible" right after I finish Johnny Damon's book. A girl has to diversify! ;>)
Posted by: Jen at July 8, 2005 07:53 PM
I love the way you use the blog, Shab. Very creative. I wish more people would follow your example. It is a pleasure to have people like you in our organization. I think we sometimes forget that this web site was originally intended for sharing. We all have something to offer and the web site makes it easy to contribute. Let us share positive images and ideas about exciting things in our lives. The book sounds interesting and what a lovely title. I would not mind borrowing it or checking it out from the library.
Posted by: Irene at July 6, 2005 01:57 PM