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July 07
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Kaydence
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A Foreign Policy of Freedom (Paperback)
by Ron Paul
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Kaydence said:
"This book is eerie in its prophecies and predictions. Ron Paul repeatedly warns against the U.S. providing arms and financial backing to governments around the world and is ignored. Now we see so many conflicts that have emerged from ignoring those w...more
This book is eerie in its prophecies and predictions. Ron Paul repeatedly warns against the U.S. providing arms and financial backing to governments around the world and is ignored. Now we see so many conflicts that have emerged from ignoring those warnings.
This is an eye-opener. I didn't realize so many corrupt things were going on in the Government in broad daylight. I mean, of course there is conspiracy or agenda pushing, but it's usually subtle. All you have to do is look at the congressional records to know that we've armed Lebonon, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Communist China, Poland... We've propped up governments, entangled alliances... everything we're not supposed to do....less
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April 16
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Kaydence
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On Writing (Mass Market Paperback)
by Stephen King
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read in April, 2008
Kaydence said:
"I've not yet finished this book, but so far so good. Really interesting and funny. I'm genuinely interested enough to keep reading.
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March 26
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Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia
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Kaydence
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Whatever Happened to Penny Candy? A Fast, Clear, and Fun Explanation of the Economics You Need For Success in Your Career, Business, and Investments (Uncle Eric Book)
by Richard J. Maybury
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read in March, 2008
Kaydence said:
"Now, it may seem odd that i'm giving five stars to what is essentially a children's book about economics. I didn't choose this book on my own, I mentor someone and it was their choice, but I'm glad I read it. It's especially important at this parti...more
Now, it may seem odd that i'm giving five stars to what is essentially a children's book about economics. I didn't choose this book on my own, I mentor someone and it was their choice, but I'm glad I read it. It's especially important at this particular time because of the signs of recession we are currently seeing. It's economics on a basic level. It makes me want to hand it out on the streets so that people can really understand what's happening to the economy and make educated decisions about it....less
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March 17
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Kaydence
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To Hell with All That: Loving and Loathing Our Inner Housewife (Hardcover)
by Caitlin Flanagan
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read in January, 2008
Kaydence said:
"I loved this book. The reviews I read from other people on this site who are not on my friends list are pretty negative. I think they are quick to be offended without understanding the real purpose of this book. I think this book does a wonderful jo...more
I loved this book. The reviews I read from other people on this site who are not on my friends list are pretty negative. I think they are quick to be offended without understanding the real purpose of this book. I think this book does a wonderful job of being completely non-partisan. She explains the consequences of working and the consequences of not working. She in no way takes a side, she only states realistically that there are sacrifices to made made on either side.
As women we are fed the idea that we can have it all. But we can't. That's the cold hard truth. We will either be at home missing a life without kids or we will be at work missing our kids. That's a brave thing to say considering that all we are fed is that we are only worth something if we work. We are only of value if we work, etc... We CAN'T have it all. It's not humanly possible.
I also REALLY liked how she talked about her civic responsibility in paying her nanny and getting her Social Security -- essentially how OUR women's movement has only oppressed OTHER women. It's an argument no one wants to hear because of course, no one wants to feel guilty about it. But it's valid.
I didn't feel at all like she was trying to brainwash me. Only getting me to question what the consequences for my decisions are and how they can affect other people. I know, I know, heaven forbid we actually take OTHER people into consideration, it's so oppressive and all...but guess what? It will help in your relationships with other people....less
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Kaydence
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Discourses of Brigham Young: Second President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Hardcover)
by John Widtsoe
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read in January, 2008
Kaydence said:
"This book is amazing. When Brigham Young describes the gospel as truth, in any form, it's the wake up call the church needs. We get so into our tunnel vision and we only look for truth within the scriptures but truth is everywhere. And as Brigham sa...more
This book is amazing. When Brigham Young describes the gospel as truth, in any form, it's the wake up call the church needs. We get so into our tunnel vision and we only look for truth within the scriptures but truth is everywhere. And as Brigham says, the people who bring us that truth are Latter-Day Saints, whether they know it or not. We need to realize without seeking out truth from other sources we will never have a full and complete knowledge of the gospel....less
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Kaydence
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In Cold Blood (Paperback)
by Truman Capote
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read in September, 2007
Kaydence said:
"While it seems disturbing that I highly recommend this book, I recognize that it's not for everyone. It taught me that we are all human, and we all make mistakes. It helped me to be more compassionate.
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Kaydence
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Eat, Pray, Love: One Woman's Search for Everything Across Italy, India and Indonesia (Paperback)
by Elizabeth Gilbert
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read in March, 2008
Kaydence said:
"This book is way overrated. Elizabeth Gilbert is trying too hard to be funny and witty and it just comes off as totally false. She seems like a grown child. I mean, she is self-involved and immature. The one valuable thing I got out of this book w...more
This book is way overrated. Elizabeth Gilbert is trying too hard to be funny and witty and it just comes off as totally false. She seems like a grown child. I mean, she is self-involved and immature. The one valuable thing I got out of this book was deciding to work meditation into my life. ...less
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