pickWas fascinating how differently I felt about Shoiji Morimoto at different parts of this. I went from genuinely curious to is this guy for real? 1st time reading a memoir where it‘s the concept that‘s the hook rather than being someone that I already admire. He‘s at no point trying to paint himself in the best light (he goes out of his way to let you know that he‘s not driven by altruism but at the same time, only charges train fare for his time)
pickI loved this memoir from a supermodel and #metoo activist. Cameron charts her career from her discovery onward delving into physical and sexual boundaries both big and small crossed by photographers, stylists, and agents. They frequently treated her and other models as objects rather than teens and young adults. Her deep intelligence was rarely acknowledged either. One of my favorite #metoo memoirs so far!
pickI had never heard of the do nothing rental person on Twitter/iInstagram, so I was intrigued. He doesn‘t charge anything, but his transportation costs(if a meal is involved, they pay) He then writes about experience on line. Most of the requests are quite calm. One person requested to have him bid her goodbye at a train station as she left Tokyo for good but didn‘t want a friend there bc it would be too emotional. She just wanted someone there.
pickIf you have a veggie patch, or dream of one. If you are looking for inspiration, ideas, or encouragement then this book will suit you perfectly!
I sit in the Australian heat of autumn, wondering dearly when it will be cool enough to plant up our autumn/winter crops, and now have so much inspiration I‘m not sure where to store it.
Hurry up cooler days.
so-soThis was an incredibly raw and insightful book, but at times it got a little heady and rabbit hole-ish and I did not follow at times
Also to start reading today
so-soSuch an interesting concept: a rental person who will walk with you, text you to remind you to go to the gym, or comment on a photo of your dog, but no real “services” are rendered. Morimoto‘s twitter account took off and part of the thrill was to be featured in his tweets, which are described in this audio.
I think a younger me would have appreciated this more. The memoir itself doesn‘t dig deep enough, tells without showing.
pickThere‘s no one quite like Kwame! This is a loving memoir of his life from childhood through writing success to his world travels, filled with recipes, love letters, and other remembrances. His miracle was getting reluctant readers all over the world to love reading bc of his unconventional poetry and writing style.
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pick⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I haven‘t been on the Peloton in a bit (SO happy to be back in the in person gym!), but Cody was always my go-to when I wasn‘t in the mood. He always made it fun, affirming, and entertaining, and the book is like several hours of that, but without the sweat. He also goes more into his story, which was way more difficult than I realized. Loved it—recommend for anyone in need of a “fix your wig” fix!
