This book reminds me of what our parents instilled in us as we were growing up: sometimes by deep wisdom, sometimes by silly stories-underlying all is the belief in self and your circle. Home being a state of mind (we moved very often growing up-so importance was placed on experiences and being present versus things). Love, family and friendships, joy, nature, reflection, coping, vulnerability, hope, and kindness do not go untouched. All of this is a lot to pack in a book, but the discoveries of this seemingly random quartet feel like reliving our childhood-which so lovingly prepared us with life lessons for all the stages of life. xo