Susan Larson's Blog - Posts Tagged "paradise"

The Farm in 'Sam' is Paradise for the young dreamer Ruthie and also for her father, who yearns to break free of his deadening job in the city and live in the natural world. Eden is a gift that is given to us. Eden can be lost. Once lost, Eden becomes a place we must fight for, and pay for at great cost. Ruthie is given her Eden, with its blooming orchard, clear streams, shining heavens, and friendly animals that she names and loves. She also loses Eden, and is lost to herself. In the 'Sam' story I wanted to give each character a chance at re-gaining their dream of Eden. Will they pay the price? Read 'Sam' and you'll find out.