Thank you for letting the divine shine through you so brightly! How did Sophie become so brave and independent? Thank you for your transparency of love, your generous sharing of what you are pondering and doing. When Martin threatens pregnant Belinda with a letter opener, Kat pushes him down the stairs. And Irma, a 44-year-old nurse, is desperate to build a new life for herself after personal devastation. Not easy to do! Saoirse raises Kat in San Rafaela and later marries a man named Sam. 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Thank you for bringing such beauty into my every day. Thank you for this exercise in balance, Polly. Sophie, Belinda, and Kats lives are all intertwined by the upheaving and soon they create their own family. You share so freely, with so so so much love and joy and an open-open-heart, Thank you for using this platform to share these references for listening & learning. Your blog is like a conversation with a dear friend. I listened to the audiobook version of this novel and the narrator, Alana Kerr, was so very good. This tale is fascinating, heartfelt, and deeply rooted in the history of the 1906 earthquake. Oh yum, Polly These gorgeous photos made my mouth water and my eyes pop! Its encouraging me to find ways to express what God reveals in me. You are a shining light and you are definitely using all your wonderful talents. I see a few, but not many, seem to have labeled this book "Christian fiction." They don't sleep together until they are married, she notices that he doesn't say grace before meals, she says bedtime prayers with the little girl and at some point he says that if she wants to got to church there are plenty of Catholic ones around. Yes!! Oh my gosh how did you know I needed this today? The authors descriptive writings captured the time-period and events. You show great courage, humility, and such support for everyone around you. Polly, I just love your spirit, innovativeness, receptivity to beauty and to Gods goodness expressed. Reader Q&A, Original, demonstrating individuality and confidence! Protagonist Sophie, an Irish immigrant, is living in the slums of New York in 1905 when she answers an ad for a mail order bride, which requires moving to California. Deeply nourishing. How blest you are to be a poet, photographer, artist, metaphysician, all wrapped up into One. From the acclaimed author of THE LAST YEAR OF THE WAR and AS BRIGHT AS HEAVEN comes a gripping novel about the bonds of friendship and mother love, and the Trigger Warnings/Content Consideration: brief reference to spousal abuse and miscarriage. Thank you Polly for this article on supply! Pandemic read. This is absolutely beautiful and so incredibly helpful and inspiring! Thank you, Polly. Beautiful photos. Desperate to leave a deplorable situation in New York City, Sophie Whalen, a young Irish immigrant, agrees to become a mail-order bride. to take charge of the post earthquake calamity, the discovery of Martin's duplicity, and to try to make right Martin's wrongs. Todays post was a Gift from God. It makes for a good escape and I loved the focus on female relationships and friendships rather than romance. I work to amplify good wherever I find it. I printed it out and will try it. The book tells the story of Sophie Whalen, a turn-of I could visualize the scenes and what our characters were experiencing. Thank you so much for the recommendation. Thanks for going deep on this. WANT A NOOK? The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner 4.8 (52) eBook (Digital original) $11.99 Hardcover $26.00 Paperback $17.00 eBook $11.99 Audiobook $0.00 Large Print $35.99 View All Available Formats & Editions Instant Purchase Available on Compatible NOOK Devices and the free NOOK Apps. This novel was neither profound nor consequential, but it was evocatively written, full of suspenseful twists. What lovely Soul-inspired insights! Thank you Pollyyou are always such a clear thinker and always willing to share your God-given gifts. Your blog has inspired me to get back into painting, cooking, prayer and meditation. Cradles of the Reich by Jennifer Coburn: Summary and reviews I am a silent regular reader of your daily blog, and Im finally in touch to tell you how much I like it. aka founders who became delta's. Thank you for your efforts. Susan Meissner. Thank you for sharing such a personal, and at the same time, universal, love of beauty. I think this is the best story of this disaster I have read because there is so much more than just going through it and surviving. Copyright LibraryThing and/or members of LibraryThing, authors, publishers, libraries, cover designers, Amazon, Bol, Bruna, etc. The Nature of Fragile Things revolves around Sophie Whale a young Irish mail-order bride, a 1906 seismic event, mysteries, friendship and love. It is set during the time of the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake which I liked because I was unaware of this true event prior to reading the book. She is a remarkable woman who rises from a life of despair and poverty, calling upon her inner strength to make things better, not only for herself, but for the women all around her as well. TikTok video from Sophia (@sophiazamir): "Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things, but just look what they can do when they stick together. You amuse-inspire-edify-entertain-inform-uplift-enhance-educate-color!-my days! I love everything you share with us such a joy to have your daily input in my inbox! She really captured the Thank you for these words of strength, hope, and faith. I liked this compelling story with its slow unveiling of secrets, and satisfying ending. This blog is upbeat, progressive, sincere, colorful, metaphoric, and exploratory. Although Sophie fears losing Kat, she determines that she must return the girl to her mother. This book reminded me why I return to historical fiction time and time again. Newspaper Article by me: Understanding God Helps Alleviate Suffering, So Big (Book Review of 1924 Pulitzer Prize Winner). Thank you for your honesty, integrity and willingness to speak out for Truth and Justice!!! Our fave film in 2019 was The Green Book which we watched following your recommendation. Wow, you outdid yourself this month with your Bits and Clips. The mix of genres makes for a particularly interesting read. Thank you so much for your fantastic, soulful images your photos really capture the love, joy, camaraderie, power, and intensity of the present moment. It is always refreshing to see the loves, joys, challenges, and triumphs that you share on your blog. In many outstanding ways. Your reading challenge has inspired me and given me permission to read again, as previously I had just fitted reading round everything else. Whether its food or art or nature . Fragile Things Thank for including a link to my review! Thats what you really do! I agree with you on all points, Polly. Polly your blog is simply a marvelously enriching, thought provoking part of the daily wonders of life! Instagram Amy Lynn Green has always loved history and reading, and she enjoys speaking with book clubs, writing groups, and libraries all around the country, in person and virtually. In addition to writing fiction, Meissner is a workshop leader and has a background in community journalism. Pinterest. Its one of Meissners best, in my opinion. The Nature of Fragile Things (2021) - LibraryThing.com I appreciate you!! How will you care for those in your care? X, Your email address will not be published. This is one of the BEST explanations of ones understanding of God I have seen in a long time. Thankfully there is no graphic violence, explicit sex or any profanity. For now I have to finish reading the Outlander books, which will take awhile. I love your swirling universes, the spirals that draw one in and introduce us to ourselves. . I just love your photos, Polly. Sophie is compassionate, caring, loyal, brave, and determined. Thanks for blessing my life and being such a shining light in the world! Thanks, Polly! This was a good, entertaining novel with plenty of drama, feel good moments, tenacity of spirit, the promise of love, and the heart-saving reality of friendship. Click the Shop Now button and a percentage goes to support this blog. I love the infinite range of ideas, expression, and media in this BIG blog of yours. Prior explicit permission is required, however, for any portion of Polly Castors photographs, art works or writings to be otherwise copied, reproduced in any way, re-blogged or downloaded (Contact Me Here). The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner Things I hope you get a copy! What an incredible blessing and inspiration you are. I love this poem! While Martin is handsome and respects her wish to sleep in separate bedrooms until they get to know each other, he is also aloof and travels for long periods of time. Such a complete radiance of Soul you are demonstrating. or ask your favorite author a question with Belinda stays the night, and all three of them are awoken by Martins return. You have such a gift for photographyand for pastelsand for cookingand for finding interesting booksand, and, and. I salute you! I love these particular colors together and the different styles and techniques really give it a lot of depth and texture. Your blog is inspiring in its magnification of Soulful goodness! Actually, I dont think any book is just one genre, and lots of books have more than one era as well. The Nature of Fragile Things is a well-written and crafted historical novel. Im still waiting to see if I might receive an ARC. Todays was dynamite, and very helpful for understanding our role as individuals at this time. I think youll enjoy it! It brings joy every day. At this time in history, women didnt have a great deal of resources when they found themselves victims of an earthquake or when mistreated or betrayed by a man. Its so fun to read books set where you live! Thank you. Your art, your poetry, your philosophy, your religion, your book reviews, your photography, your husband! Im off on a refreshing direction. This is a beautiful summary and reminder of how we can both individually and collectively dissolve the powerless, baseless lies with Truth. The authors descriptive writings captured the time-period and events. Where does it end? Both Belinda and Sophie remarried and were happy and safe. Thanks for exploring this SuperSummary Study Guide of The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner. Feel free to use the "Print" button provided to utilize Polly's recipes for personal use. She added an element of suspense which I think is new for her. Your zest for the good things in life makes me feel happy too! Related: Meissner is an auto-buy author for me, and you can depend on her for a solid read! We are going to check on each other, and progress. This is a riveting story, and as an historical thriller, moves along nicely, But I felt I didn't learn enough about the lead characters - Sophie and Martin. It is uplifting and energizing to see such bright, cheerful, healthy and fresh images. Every share helps us grow. . Thank you. Id be honored and thrilled if you choose to enjoy and follow along (see subscribe or follow option), promote, and/or share my blog. Your tart was just perfect! I love your blog! Thank you. Thanks for bringing so much beauty into our lives. I love this poem! She blends specific historical detail with narratives that reflect the timeless factors of the female experience, such as making ones way in the world, falling in love, and mothering. Its a page turner! Love these colours and the strong contrasts Polly! Beautiful and profoundly perfect for pandemic season, your poem empowers hope for whats next. Outstanding message! I find it very inspiring! ***UPDATE: Yes! WebThis item: The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner Hardcover $28.56 The Four Winds: A Novel by Kristin Hannah Hardcover $30.11 The Four Winds: A Novel Kristin Hannah 110,891 Hardcover 51 offers from $10.54 The Vanishing Half: A Novel Brit Bennett 90,891 Hardcover 78 offers from $12.99 The Rose Code: A Novel Kate Quinn 29,073 Paperback It says with abundant clarity what thousands upon thousands of thoughtful men and women think and believe. Fragile Things You are a bright light! Lives are lost, lives are shattered, but some rise from the ashes forever changed. #TopTenTuesday #LetsDiscuss2021 | Reading Ladies, 12 Favorite Books: Happy #NationalBookLoversDay | Reading Ladies, Ten Favorite Book Settings #TopTenTuesday #LetsDiscuss2021 | Reading Ladies, Is a Balanced Reading Life Important? I found it quite enriching and resonate with those true answers. She reveals that Martin was waiting for her to die so that Kat would get the inheritance she received from her sooner, and he would seize it himself. The last day of the month on your blog is always a BIG treat . This book was an enjoyable combination of mystery and historical fiction. The colors are exquisite!!! The colors are so vibrant and I like that you notice WebThe Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner The Nature of Fragile Things book. Ooh sounds like me and wilbur Smith for historical fiction haha. The Nature of Fragile Things. Todays is dynamite and very helpful to viewing our role as individuals at this time. What a stunning collection of gorgeous images and though-provoking quotes. You are a blessing to many! Thanks for recommending it. Your talent is incredible!!! I must find the higher spiritual path that nature often helps me see. Love the pictures of your elegant flowers. Beautifully written, Polly captures my sentiments exactly.. Highly Recommended for fans of Susan Meissners, for readers who love a histfic genre mash up; for those who might be interested in reading about imagined lives experiencing the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, and for book clubs. Yes!! You are a woman deeply filled to the brim. I look forward to reading your posts! Hi Polly, loved this poem. amaze me, Polly. Recent widower Martin Hocking tells her he wants a wife to take care of his five-year-old daughter and to keep up his image for work. Thanks, Polly! I love a good solid histfic. Your blog captures a life well lived, constantly imparting good truth, health and happiness including beauty, harmony, art, science to the world. ~Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, I read because books are a form of transportation, of teaching, and of connection! This is so well thought out and written. You do a great job taking pictures. But then, would she maybe feel guilty for this new life that Martin took? You are proving and sharing truth in a precious, creative, encouraging, and heartfelt way. original sound - Sophia. Letting our true, authentic self come forth! Thank you for expanding my ways to see, Polly. Where can two women and a young girl sleep safely? Visit Susan at her website: http://susanmeissner.com and on Twitter at @SusanMeissner or at http://www.facebook.com/susan.meissner. Or maybe younger? I hope you get a copy! Thank you for this beautiful poem. Find me at: Thank you for your burst of sunshine reflected in your positivity this morning I look forward to your blogs. Love the black and white contrasts enhanced by the light. You inspire goodness, wholeness, contentedness and joy. They bring me such joy. Love you! The rest is up to us to imagine. What great seeds to sow in world thought! The title pulled me in, but the story itself seems absolutely captivating. Polly, what amazing and timely insight in these wise words! Welcome back. Wonderful review Carol! Two of my favorite adjectives! I am such a fan of Susan Meissner and her books. I think its appropriate for young adult girls. The outstanding photos and the amazing narratives made me feel I was on vacation for a few minutes each day. [], [] The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner [], [] The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner (mystery+thriller+earthquake) [], [] thats not my preferred sub genrebut you may love it. I look forward to reading this. This blog is simultaneously simple and profound a perfect, balanced combination of seriousness and light. You inspire me! Deep and encompassing. nature of fragile things spoilers You are doing so wonderfully at praising God with your talents. Thank you, thank you! So beautiful, Polly. Sophie and Kat take Belinda to the pavilion tent, where she gives birth to a healthy girl named Sarah. I always appreciate your reviews. Love it. I give thanks for you and the blog! Thank you Polly for sharing those wise words! You encourage me to grow with your everyday wisdom and your lovely contributions. WebAn Aryan beauty, she's secretly a member of a resistance group. Thank you so much for your beautiful heart! There is lots that I relate to in your comments! Nature of Fragile Things I can tell when an angel has tapped me on the shoulderit feels light and right and fun. Okay, this may sound a bit like a soap opera, but it transcends the genre through Susan Meissners beautifully woven tapestry of historical events. When the devastating earthquake of April 18, 1906, strikes, THE NATURE OF FRAGILE THINGS turns into a nail-biting thriller with all the earmarks of a whopper of a Netflix series. Book Club Questions For This poem is what I needed to further focus on moving out of the fear of COVID.. Thank you for writing this opinion so eloquently, Polly. Thank you very much, Polly. Thanks #NetGalley @BerkleyPub #BerkleyBuddyReads for my complementary e arc of #TheNatureOfFragileThings upon my request.
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