Yesterday, I was listening to NPR and heard about a new and fascinating book written by an 
Muslim-American author and his experiences growing up in Minnesota.
The book is entitled "American Dervish" and profiles a young, Pakistani born boy who lives as the extreme minority in suburban Minnesota prior to 9/11.
Adding it to my "list of books to read in 2012". Have you heard of any other new books that I should add?
Yesterday afternoon, the little beagle and I spent some quality time on the back deck. Him sniffing, me reading a book (aka the best afternoon ever!) and I began thinking of the little life lessons that he has taught me in our 3 year relationship thus far. 1. Enjoy the small, less noticeable moments
2. Take it all in and take a deep breath (or in his case, lots of small sniffing breaths)
3. Sit outside and turn off the laptop / cell phone / tv (he never needs them to be happy!)
4. The joy of food (you should see this boy eat dinner, its quite a show!!)
Thanks Frank, for being great.
Love,
Your non-beagle Mom
