by ingrid
15. April 2011 08:41
I heard this remarkable woman speak yesterday evening at my church. I've read her non-fiction only; the event was publicity for her new book of fiction, Imperfect Birds. It's easy to inspire me - just put me together with someone who lights up the room with her smile, or warms up the day with his presence and I... find my way to joy. Anne Lamott however, in her forthright, no-nonsense manner turned my head and made me ponder. She made me feel OK when I don't get "it" right the first time. She created in me space to breath when the anxiety-demons circle. One of the titles I read was Grace, Eventually; one was Traveling Mercies. They're good. No, they deserve reading.