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Comment on Jumbo ~ Book Review by arielaonthego

arielaonthego — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:58:17 +0000

In reply to C.A. Post. I think I've heard something like that before too! It's interesting to read all of the biographies, books, see the movies, and then try to figure out such an interesting person. I feel like the previous book, Swan really tapped into his compassionate side.

Comment on Jumbo ~ Book Review by C.A. Post

C.A. Post — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 21:03:30 +0000

Interestingly, in a biography of P.T. Barnum I read many years ago, I recall that he was anti-slavery and that may have contributed to his losing his museum. He apparently was somewhat sympathetic to “different” abnormal people and helped many of them.

Comment on Swan ~ Book Review by arielaonthego

arielaonthego — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:25:15 +0000

In reply to robprobert12. Thank you so much for reading! I'm glad you enjoyed my review!

Comment on Swan ~ Book Review by arielaonthego

arielaonthego — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 10:24:49 +0000

In reply to Robin. Thank you so much! I really hope a lot of other youth ambassadors can read Swan too! I think the title is Swan because Anna is seen as anything but graceful. She is often compared to an elephant by her classmates, the townspeople call her a giant, as do the people at the fair. Towards the end of the book, we can see her breaking free from that mold when one of the kids at the fair calls her "The Giant Angel" and by the end of the book she's pretty much come to terms with herself and the way that God made her! Hehe, I hope that explains some things!

Comment on Swan ~ Book Review by robprobert12

robprobert12 — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:10:11 +0000

An excellent review. A great subject with lots of interesting details. I like the movie comparison.
It could not have been an easy life for Anna. thank you for telling her story this way.

Comment on Swan ~ Book Review by Robin

Robin — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 14:06:37 +0000

SOLID review. LOVE this. I expect to see a swarm of youth ambassadors following suit. I’d love to know why the title SWAN meanwhile?

Comment on Chocolate Cherry Chai ~ Book Review by arielaonthego

arielaonthego — Sat, 21 Sep 2024 17:15:05 +0000

In reply to C.A. Post. rahahahaha, you can find the recipe in the book, lol! I'm glad you enjoyed the book review and thank you for reading!

Comment on Chocolate Cherry Chai ~ Book Review by C.A. Post

C.A. Post — Fri, 30 Aug 2024 21:18:21 +0000

Well, phooey. I saw the title of the blog and thought you'd give us a delicious recipe! Just teasin', Ariela. I always enjoy your book reviews. &, c.a.

Comment on Rattled ~ Book Review by arielaonthego

arielaonthego — Tue, 27 Aug 2024 18:41:48 +0000

In reply to robin. Thank you so much! This means a lot, as I find that my own growth through my own eyes isn't always visible to me... I'm so grateful for the opportunities that I've been given to present myself in this way <3

Comment on Rattled ~ Book Review by robin

robin — Sun, 28 Jul 2024 13:03:33 +0000

I think all books can develop one’s spiritual side— provided the reader approaches the book with an open mind and reads through this lens :). A well integrated Spirit matures and deepens with every read… and with every experience. In fact, I see this reflected more and more in your writing, Ariela. A maturing Spiritual side. Specifically per this review, I absolutely love how constructively critical and well thought-out your writing is becoming. This demonstrates your respect for both the book’s author and your followers. It also demonstrates a deepening self respect: one born of experience, rather than a sense of self entitlement. Many young people lean towards the latter, and quite simply because they’re young. Proud of how much you’re growing.