Book Quote

I finally talked Miss M into reading Jane Eyre.  I love that book.  I love the classic orphan tale mixed with some gothic mystery with themes of home and redemption and rebirth.  But after her great sadness over Beth's death in Little Women Miss M is still not quite sure she trusts me (it has only been 2 years!).

It turns out she is really enjoying it.  Miss M has also enjoyed finding the quotes throughout the book from my 3x5s.  What?  You don't keep 3x5 note cards tucked into books scribbled all over with quotes and page numbers from the book?  Well you should.  Not every book gets one.  Some books, like Jane Eyre, get more than one.  My very favorite quote and now also Miss M's motto:

"She soon forgot her little freaks and became obedient and teachable."

...or at least willing to read her mother's book selections!

How have I never read this book?

Dr. Fancypants gave me a copy of Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt.  I know it was a movie several years ago.  I did not see it either.

I love children's literature.  I love a simple story told truthfully and beautifully.  I like characters who get into trouble.  I melt into the pages of a skilled writer.  Just listen to this:

"Closing the gate on her oldest fears as she had closed the gate on her own fenced yard, she discovered the wings she'd always wished she had.  And all at once she was elated.  Where were the terrors she'd been told she should expect?   She could not recognize them anywhere.  The sweet earth opened out its wide four corners to her like the petals of a flower ready to be picked, and it shimmered with light and possibility till she was dizzy with it."

Thank you, Dr. Fancypants.