Charlene

“God had been faithful. Through the silent, lonely years when it seemed he wasn’t listening. Through the pain and sadness, wondering why things had to happen the way they did. He was there, all along, preparing this day. Reminding each of them he was a good, good Father, adopting everyone who believes in Christ into his family where all would be loved and cherished for eternity.”
― Michelle Shocklee, Appalachian Song

“Tea would arrive, the cakes squatting on cushions of cream, toast in a melting shawl of butter, cups agleam and a faint wisp of steam rising from the teapot spout.”
― Gerald Durrell, My Family and Other Animals”
― Gerald Durrell

“When was the last time she had trusted God, really trusted Him, without reservations, without a backup plan or a safety net?”
― Kara Isaac, Then There Was You

“I’m so glad there are books in the world. I hope that’s one thing that never changes!”
― Carsten Henn, The Door-to-Door Bookstore