https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Wears-Socks-Sandals-Ridiculously/dp/1627855580/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1932MY849CYUX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.X96ujshliJEg_wSJUhxIPYraz7aQULxY5GWzLDqhC5lh0afGACzoX8vWtl8tIxp_Vc190hNCGv9-TWYqLWZkSJsJBTOvxzj1Ie72CPuwDFGSZgFaW2NYaf1MZ3UpJf_uMgnAAEJ6azO_Ju7Y_-rgW_leETWQRNAZTs1zUZli-veIup8cGFntDj3-mK5zVyW8HwhGabgQe6dV4oqjBrqN2RWh4swLHQ0PizsUizH4P0V--Rfdm8cehpqZqi9uekLlASm-gtd0j71ROOHVQo-v2-eHbGOwl5B3AMSYG7MQprQ.QO9owihKDWp3zogA1hbCYKj7y47uCz0a7NqkZqHoxeo&dib_tag=se&keywords=Jesus+Wears+Socks+with+Sandals+by+S.+James+Meyer&qid=1745103233&sprefix=jesus+wears+socks+with+sandals+by+s.+james+meyer%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-1

An easy, fast read, chocked full of stories of people living the gospel message in everyday life. They're all so down to earth, humorous and relatable, but most inspiring.

                                                        

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1668061856/?bestFormat=true&k=cherished%20belonging%20greg%20boyle&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_di_k1_1_9&crid=12PZKVVHKDGFV&sprefix=cherished

My review for Goodreads:  Sooo inspirational! I've heard many describe Greg Boyle as a saint and I couldn't agree more.

Since high school I've had a fascination with meaningful quotes and it's almost as if his whole book is a meaningful quote! So blessed to have met him and heard him speak (one time at my 50th high school reunion)!

 

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=hope+pope+francis&crid=3M3DBYJRMWTQV&sprefix=hope%2Caps%2C176&ref=nb_sb_ss_mvt-t1-ranker_1_4

The smile of Pope Francis on the cover of his autobiography 

was enough to make me want to spend time reading this book.

What Joy!

He's 10 years older than me, 89, and I'm astounded at the things he remembers.

Many family and childhood memories for one.

People he's met in his 'job', countries he's traveled to, events that have occurred.

Scattered throughout the book are descriptions of horror, from wars to persecutions, but always followed by ways of encouragement and of hope.

https://www.amazon.com/New-Happy-Getting-Happiness-Right/dp/0593541383/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O01VOKRLJEN6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-M3tXbRtyMcvgqa4phf0ZMdK2AXLd7c73HDVffI9aFpL22-U_mnjCg5UuTQYcm2Qs_Mi48YrxyLSSwtGUNLoe47UErT5MV8czdJkNkAZZMBTmtN3k7ys_DPdu2ZnlaYyIsR0ka_PQpgIWAnAn2pKRwJUrHFwxAeBje6jwFWs62qDn0mWjy660q03BvMyE2j98QbBdbxYxbdXac7VNDcDQeeBhTFeEYG3jW_eFEdON98.oeJpY9jzcoIVU_OaHl0bD5db-0u71R7_sQiIXBXdb4o&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+new+happy&qid=1738864605&sprefix=The+new+happy%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-1

Very simple wisdom presented in a manner that can be understood and practiced by all.

The illustrations add to the enjoyment of the book.   You can also get a taste of what the author is extolling at the website, TheNewHappy.com...Well worth a visit!
 

https://www.amazon.com/Plays-Purple-Banjo-Stories-Inspiration/dp/1627854428/ref=sr_1_1?crid=N1BJX7VOCMUU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fAOwTEA6FKnif6ILTsxrJw.aqEgRaplgYlMKRkt3a4RdDEh9CF6mHALVL2Qe4vhvo4&dib_tag=se&keywords=god+plays+a+purple+banjo&qid=1735520078&sprefix=%2Caps%2C231&sr=8-1

What a treasure of a book! Each story is so relatable, and down to earth, yet full of wisdom and warmth.

 

I was incredibly touched by this beautiful book.
Her stories, so varied, but so heartfelt.
Her art and poetry equally inspiring!
Certainly brought me closer to our Blessed Mother and gave me such an appreciation for her love for all of us..

 

https://www.amazon.com/Days-Eucharistic-Glory-Matthew-Kelly/dp/1635825326/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2ULNVDX0KFQK7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nKhYP335sPyOGP2v2RldMTerTjWSHFB3bbG4fPyMqgjaz7sgz7Brg4AXYCZpi-yYoo7Dm-JbFK1a7IcTarKkPpZpxMeWjpbDNYC4-8jCHgYlVAbe9yJv3a8kKtPZlziQyEVzKIC_mTL5ofes8cKP84eCqyJ5gs6LuZm_p0-lo3XFVHqgn9yqErBHUqJ0CNn_Ra-ZXQcketUCgXhnNG3WsSl1aT1yUZamEAW9u6P9nwo.m0bX5yOoAYql51m8q0A1OZrd7gX2Svz4Ozt_g1DAbTU&dib_tag=se&keywords=33+days+to+eucharistic+glory+matthew+kelly&qid=1714091912&sprefix=33%2Caps%2C147&sr=8-1

Matthew Kelly never disappoints! A different facet of the blessings and beauty of the Eucharist for 33 days.