If forced to choose, I would say that Barbara Kingsolver is my favorite writer. I’ve read all her books, most more than once, and am always inspired, elevated, and educated by the experience. However, although I’ve been reading her for three decades, I’ve never written her a letter. Until now.
Insightful, helpful and beautiful essay. I hope I can remember to put its teachings into practice. Reminded me of something my husband learned and shared with me almost 50 years ago about the inherent joy of giving Xmas presents without signing our names, and the sweet feeling we had leaving anonymous wrapped gifts on the steps of homes of children he taught in Head Start.
Insightful, helpful and beautiful essay. I hope I can remember to put its teachings into practice. Reminded me of something my husband learned and shared with me almost 50 years ago about the inherent joy of giving Xmas presents without signing our names, and the sweet feeling we had leaving anonymous wrapped gifts on the steps of homes of children he taught in Head Start.
Thanks for sharing that memory, Linda. How fortunate you were to have shared your life with such a wise man as Tim.