WEEKLY SURVEY
This week's question:
"What
person from the Bible do you most connect with and why?"
This
week!! Everyone
who answers the weekly survey will be entered in a drawing for the
book The Last Operative by Jerry B. Jenkins.
Peter
because he always messed up.
--Amber Gifford (Valley, WA)
Barnabas---he was called the son of encouragement, and I have had others
call me that at least a half a dozen times---which encourages me as
I apparently do them!
--Zanese Duncan (Norcross, GA)
I relate most to Elijah because he had a great victory and then immediately
ran for his life and became discouraged. He got so low he didn't feel
like his life was worth living. But God wasn't finished with him. He
brought him out of it.But I also feel like Job as this year and previous
I have walked one problem after another medically and there is never
a let up.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, MO)
Thomas
because I sometimes have to see to believe.
--Frank Polgar (Midlothian, TX)
David, because I have helped my family overcome amazing challenges
and we are all healthy and happy :D
--Stephanie Frieze (Overland Park, KS)
Peter, I think I can walk on water.
--Marilyn Littlejohn (TX)
I connect with Rebekah in the Bible in Genesis 24, as my first name
is Rebecca. Abraham sent his servant, Eliezer to find a wife for his
beloved son, Isaac. Eliezer stopped his travels by the well outside
of the town of Nahor. He prayed that God would show kindness to Abraham
and give him success. Eliezer asked God that the woman who would readily
give him a drink and would also water his camels would be the chosen
one. God gave him the confirmation that he asked for. Even before Eliezer
had finished praying, Rebekah came to the well with her water jar on
her shoulder. She was beautiful and she was a virgin - the perfect
choice for his master’s son. When he asked, she didn’t
hesitate to give him a drink and just as quickly ran to draw water
for his camels. (This girl possessed a servant’s heart.) He
told of his quest for a bride for Abraham’s son, Isaac and of
God’s guidance. Laban and his father, Bethuel, had nothing to
say. They recognized that God had already consented to the marriage.Her
family sent her off with this blessing; “Our sister, may you
increase to thousands upon thousands; may your offspring possess the
gates of their enemies.” (This blessing was to be fulfilled,
for she would be an ancestor of the nation of Israel.) Rebecca set
out with her maids and nurse, Eliezer and his men,. As they approached
her new home, and she saw her future husband in the distance, she got
off her camel and covered herself with a veil. (She was showing respect
and wearing the veil of a bride.)The Bible says that he married her
and he loved her. I could stop there, in the warm glow of this God
ordained marriage. That would be a lovely “Happily ever after” tale
but there is more to Rebekah’s story in the Bible.
--Rebecca Booth (Oxford, NC)
Peter. Foot in mouth disease BC.
--Linda (St. Paul, MN)
King David. Although not a king, God has given me, as He has us all,
the ability to do great good and great evil. In the end, I wish Him
to say of me, "He was a man after my heart."
--Mark Sylvester (Auburn, CA)
Moses because I believe, do not mind doing the work, but like him do
not feel comfortable to speak in public, he had his brother do all
the speaking. (smile).
--Cynthia Plaza-Harney (Fairmount, GA)
Peter, because he always seemed to be "putting his foot in his
mouth", which is something I do a lot!
--Judylynn (Maryville, TN)
Today and this weekend the Bible character that I most relate to would
have to be Job. My "GO TO"person, my nephew, was moving on
Friday and took a spill, knots on this head, black eye, cuts on his
face, abrasions on his back and shoulder, still maybe fractured nose,
loss of memory, still a bit woozy and exhausted. Took a trip to the
emergency for catscan and got checked out. Watching him for the last
couple days and it looks like he is going to be okay. It sure was quite
the scare. As for me, a chronic illness and this summer heat, humidity
and heat index over 100 daily has taken a great toll on me. I could
go on but I've made my point as to why currently it would have to be
Job.
--Laura McLendon (Pelham, AL)
Hi, in response to your survey question the biblical "character" i
most relate to is the woman at the well. Jesus told me all about myself
then saved me anyway. He still knows all about me and has never given
up on me. He gave me rivers of living water.
--Beth Egana (Louisville, KY)
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Previous Polls:
What is your favorite movie adaptation of a book and why?
Congratulations
to Cynthia Plaza-Harney! She won a
copy of A Shore Thing by Julie Carobini for answering the survey
this week.I like The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and the Narnia movies. I think the books are better but the movies and the effects bring the stories to life!
--Sheri (Ranger, GA)
JAWS--Because seeing it makes it seem so much more real.
--Ronda Noel (Wichita, KS)
"The Magic of Ordinary Days" by Ann Howard Creel is a lovely book which deals with a number of difficult subjects in a gentle, yet compelling manner. Hallmark did a wonderful film adaptation.
--Virginia Campbell (Clifton Forge, VA)
Harry Potter. They just did a good job not making it "corny" like most books turned into movies.
--Jere Noel (Manhattan, KS)
I love the Love Comes Softly Series from Janette Oke's books. I never get tired of watching the first one.
--Linda (Sumrall, MS)
I think BBC's version of Jane Austin's Pride & Prejudice!!!
--Stella Joosten (Durben, South Africa)
The Sound of Music. It's such a classic. I really do prefer reading the book. Most times the movies are just a shadow of the book.
--Marie Messa (Cranston, RI)
Gone with the Wind - It was and will always be one of the greats. The story can't help but touch everyone, the movie was casted well that made it what it is today, timeless
--Edna Willadsen (Port Angeles, WA)
I know it's not fair, but the trilogy of movies for Lord of the Rings. The movies were wonderful.
--Nancy Reynolds (Norfolk, VA)
I will always prefer the books to a movie. I try to read the book and then I treat myself to the movie. Two really good ones were My Sister's Keeper and The Green Mile.
--Angie (Goldston, NC)
I love to read books and sometimes I hope that it does become a movie. I have lots of movies I liked and the books I did read. But the one that stand out at this time is Eragon because I did this with my son. We should introduce our children the love of books at all age, not just at the young age. Thank you for the chance to win.
--Cynthia Plaza-Harney (Fairmount, GA)
I watch very few movies, but I have always been disappointed if reading the book first.
--Sheila True
Most film adaptations of books focus on one part of the book, mostly because most books have more in them than can be put in a 2 hour movie. Of all of the book-based movies I've seen, the best one was Stephen King's Stand. It was the closest to the feel of the book. But then, the real version is 6 hours (8 with commercials.)
--Susan Beamon (Thornton, CO)
"The Great Gatsby" is my favorite movie adaptation of a book because the filmmakers really captured the essence of the novel. That rarely happens.
--Stacey Dale (Las Vegas, NV)
Lord of the Rings. The movies helped me understand the books.
--Andrea Sanborn (Idyllwild, CA)
LOTR - I rarely like movies from books but other than having to leave some things out, what was portrayed seemed perfect to me. The movie characters were even better than my imagination.
--Jeanne Sheats (Pittsburgh, PA)
Lord of the Rings (By far, it has to be Lord of the Rings!)
--Verlina Adame (Clinton, UT)
My favorite movie adaptation of a book is "The Secret Garden". I think is is self explanatory but just suffice it to say that I can identify and wish I had my own Secret Garden!
--Laura McLendon (Pelham, AL)
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
--Ed (Lancaster, PA)
The Outsiders by SE Hinton because the book and the movie tell about Ponyboy Curtis and his brothers, Sodapop and Darry, belong to a group of poor teenage boys called greasers. Many of them have led hard lives already, and they are tough, angry and unforgiving.After many misfortunes Ponyboy also recognizes, finally, that Darry loves him. He sees that Darry was just being overprotective when he yelled at him. He feels that, for the first time, he and his two brothers form a family.
--Rebecca Booth (Oxford, NC)
I really prefer books.
--Heather Fox (Rumford, RI)
Love Comes Softly and all the Janette Oke's books. Because they lift you up and encourage you and let you know you aren't the only ones with troubles.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, MO)
What book has changed your outlook on life and how has it done that?
Congratulations
to Abi Buening! She won a
copy of Guardian of the Flame by T.L. Higley for answering the
survey this week. Wow, every book I read changes my life. I learn something from each and every one. They are little lessons and big lessons too!!
--Laura McLendon (Pelham, AL)
"The Innocent Man" by John Grisham is a non-fiction account of a man who was unjustly convicted of murder and later set free after The Innocence Project became involved. A thought-provoking look at the use of capital punishment.
--James Keith (Columbus, OH)
I think the Noticer by Andy AndrewsHelp me to notice those that do things for me.
--Abi Buening (Grand Forks, ND)
The book that has changed my outlook on life is THE BIBLE. If you read one chapter a night you will find out the answers you need not necessarily the answers you might want.
--Rebecca Booth (Oxford, NC)
"Stranger in a Strange Land", which is a science fiction classic now. I read it back in 1969 or so. There was a group of characters call "witnesses", who professionally testified about what the saw and heard. Their training included not making assumptions from what they saw about anything. Making assumptions is something we do as easily as beathing, so the idea of not doing that really took me. I try, every now and then, to do that. Just see what is there without trying to determine what it means.
--Susan Beamon (Thornton, CO)
Many Grace Livingston Hill books have changed my outlook. Many of her characters are struggling just to get food to eat, and yet they remain grateful and trusting the Lord. It puts everything in perspective for me.
--Ed (Lancaster, PA)
" The Practice of the Presence of God" by Brother Lawrence. As a new Christian in the 70's, it taught me how to walk with God. More recently, "Crazy Love" by Francis Chan is refreshing my spirit by reminding me of who I want to be.
--Andrea (Idyllwild, CA)
It seems that every book I read has an influence on my life because you learn every time you read.
--Heather Fox
I read 20-25 books a month so it would be hard to name one book. I guess I would have to go back to my childhood when I first learned to read. My parents were avid readers and saw that I had a libary card early in life. I read every time I get the chance and have my whole life. I am 68 years old and can't name that first book but reading early led to me having that inquiring mind. I read a varied range of books, find early the type to exclude, Sci. Fiction, Dirty books, Straight western, straight romance. I do like western and romance if they are combinded with a mystery or supense. My very favorite are the legal thrillers. Love historial novels. I just can't abide the ones that cuss or use dirty words every sentence. Thats why I love the Christian supense/romance novels. The only book I remember well from my childhood is Velveteen Rabbit.
--Yvonne Butler (Opp, AL)
The Purpose-Driven Life made an impact on my life and caused some changes in my attitudes.
--Jacqueline Robertson (Georgetown, IL)
Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers and The Great Romance by Eugene Edwards
--Sally Smale (Gilbert, AZ)
Get Out of that Pit by Beth Moore. The title should explain that. It helped me stop burying myself in one pit after another.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, MO)
I know it sounds corny but the lord of the rings trilogy when I was (eh'hmm) younger had a big impact on me. It was during a hard timein my life and they didn't give up...neither did I.
--Trin (Jack, AL)
Leota's Garden by Francine Rivers. One is never to old for reconciliation. Prayer can bring it about. The older generation has a lot to teach us younger ones!
--Linda (St. Paul, MN)
The book that made a lasting influence on my life is the Cherry Ames RN Series. I liked the way as a nurse there wasn't just one job you could pick and choose from a variety of rolls as an RN. I did become an RN, taught and worked in Long Term care for 30 years.
--LeeAnn Knott (State Center, IA)
Randy Alcorn's book, "Safely Home," was an eye-opener for me. It gave me a glimpse into the lives of Christians in countries where persecution is prevalent. How to pray for them, what they may go through, the heartbreak of even their families turning against them when they follow Christ, etc. Living in America, we have so little persecution, I don't think we truly know what it means to take up the cross and follow Christ.
--Barbara Brink (Rosemount, MN)
My favorite book of all time is To Kill a Mockingbird. At an early age Scout and Jem learn that life isn't fair. Between their reclusive neighbor; Boo Radley and their dad, this brother and sister about prejudice in life! Dill and Jem are always trying to make the reclusive boo Radley come outside! They never succeed. Then the children's father decided to take on a case for Tom Robinson who is an African American who is wrongly accused by a white man. This cause Atticus to be the talk of the town and not in a good way. Mr. Ewell vows revenge against Atticus and does so in the form of attacking Scout and Jem. Boo Radley comes to their aid...Scout learns that all people are people, no matter what!
--Cindi Hoppes (Edwardsville, IL)
Before I Wake by Dee Henderson had an unexpected impact on my life. Her books are suspenseful mystery romance books. In the 42nd chapter they tackle why God allows bad things to happen. My husband & I have permanent injuries from car accidents & now both have job losses & depleted our savings. The book's answer is that God loves all of us that He gives us all good or evil free will to hopefully do what is right. Because we are human we do not always succeed & stop people from doing evil things to us. God does not intervene because He loves everyone enough to give us free will. He instead gives us grace & strength to get through things. In the end Christians will be rewarded with the eternal end of all evil. Until then, we need patience.
--Carol (Grand Rapids, MI)
This is quite a simple question because the only book that I read again and again is the Bible. It is writen in a way that it helps all and for over 200 years. Yes, it is written with more then one author but we have to admit it is put togher quite will. Thank you for the chance to win.
--Cynthia (Fairmount, GA)
Hmmm, this is hard to decide. The first book that affected me would be The Three Musketeers. I realized there were some pretty neat books out there.
--Debra Guyette (Wolcott, CT)
What Christian group/artist gives the best concert experience?
Congratulations
to Jane Squires! She won a
copy of the Newsboys CD Born Again for answering
the survey this week. We saw Matthew West and loved the personal stories he shared and how he interacted with the audience. It made us enjoy his songs even more!
--Kristi (Oklahoma City, OK)
I love Third Day in concert. They are interactive, entertaining, and very filled with the Holy Spirit.
--Melissa Parcel (Kelso, WA)
Since I've never been one for concerts, a free one is the best. Why? Because it's free!
--Wolfe Moffat (Franklinville, NY)
Thay all were very very good.
Ronald Holst (San Antonio, TX)
Third Day. They have the most amazing show that evolves into the most amazing worship!
--Jodie
The band that gives the best concert experience, to me, would be Barlow Girl. Besides having awesome lyrics and extremely catchy music, each Barlow Girl band member gives her testimony on what her life was like before they surrendered to God. They tell about what they were each going to do with their life, but then God changed it all around. I've been to a couple of their concerts! They are awesome!!
--Ashely Rose (Bartlesville, OK)
Chris Tomlin provides a great concert/worship experience. I love the way he combines great music with incredible Bible teaching from Louie Giglio.
--Marti Pieper (Mount Dora, FL)
I don't attend very many concerts, but Christian artist have a positive message.
--Sheila True (Antioch, TN)
Kutless. I like the way they incorporate worship in the concert experience.
--Brenda ( Epsom, NH)
I think Skillet does because they always have cool fire displays.
--Amy Anderson (Genoa, WI)
I am old fashioned and still love the Gaither Family.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, MO)
I really like Skillet's concerts. There is so much energy and it's loud. Their songs really relate to what a lot of young people go through, like self injury with their song "The Last Night". And most importantly their music has a message even though they do not come out say God in every song I feel such encouragement from their songs, like "Forgiven", that Jesus has truly forgiven me for everything I've done in my life, and I am free.
--Aimee Irvin (Clearfield, PA)
Newsboys.
--Ed
The group Abandon.
--Debbie Coyle (Simpsonville, SC)
I love Newsboys in concert, not just because they were the first big band I ever saw in concert, but they have a way with the crowd that draws you in. Their music is inspiring, and the way they go about performing that music is just as inspiring.They are amazing!
--Bec Bjorksten (Heath Hill, Victoria, Australia)
Kathy Troccoli.
--Tom Caves (Kittanning, PA)
downhereI saw U2 back in 1987 at the Hoosier Dome, in Indianapolis, with the other 45,000 concertgoers and even though U2 was playing for 45,000 they had a way of connecting with the audience to make you feel like they were performing for just you. Well, Downhere has that same gift. It's difficult to explain and that's why I highly recommend seeing them live! If concerts aren't your thing, it least go get a couple, or all, of their CDs.
--Derk Gates (Lebanon, IN)
My favorite is Sanctus Real because all their music has a great story behind it!
--Matt Schmunk (Lima, OH)
What upcoming book are you most looking forward to reading and why?
Congratulations
to Gloria Walshver! She won a
signed copy of Irene Hannon's In Harm's Way for
answering the survey this week.Anything by Francis Chan. Crazy Love has re-energized my walk with God and I'm just starting Forgotten God. His books bring real change to my life and I hope he continues to write.
--Andrea Sanborn (Idyllwild, CA)
I'm looking forward to Never Let You Go by Erin Healy. I just finished a book (Kiss) that she co-authored with Ted Dekker and I'm looking forward to seeing what type of book she has written on her own.
--Linda (Sumrall, MS)
I'm anxiously awaiting MAYBE THIS TIME by Jennifer Crusie. It's been quite a while since her last solo book, though I have liked her collaborations. She makes me laugh which is great (but embarassing if in a public place while reading).
--Flora Presley (Madison, AL)
Blaze of Glory by Jeff Struecker and Alton Gansky. I read the first book they wrote together and it was super!! Can't wait to read this next one.
--Sharon March (Madisonville, TN)
Bonhoeffer by Eric Metaxas.
--Zanese Duncan (Norcross, GA)
The newest book in the "pretty little liars" series. I just love the series and want to keep reading!
--Jere Noel (Wichita, KS)
I am most looking forward to reading Julie Lessman's novel 'A Hope Undaunted'. I love Julie's books and I know this one will be just as good as all the others!
--Carolynn (Manitoba, Canada)
I am actually looking forward to two upcoming releases both are different genres . . .The Bridge of Peace by Cindy WoodsmallI loved Hope of Refuge and can't wait to read more about the characters we met in that book and what is happening in their lives.Fatal Convictions by Randy Singer.Randy writes great legal/suspense and I always look forward to his reading his novels.
--Sheryl Barnes (Lawrenceville, GA)
Deffnitley the next book in the series ''Daughters of Boston'' by Julie Lessman and im looking forward to it so much because Julie Lessman is my favorite auther...and I've read all the books in that series already so I can't wait to read the next one!!
--Melissa
Ted Dekker Pens New Series with Tosca Lee: First episode in The Forbidden series to release September 2011...I love Tosca Lee's books. She always has a totally new take on things.
--Mimi Pearson (Morganton, NC)
Post Card Killers by James PattersonAnd Lisa Marklund.I am looking forward to reading this book because I am fascinated by Mr. Patterson's incredible writing.
--Gloria Walshver (Brooklyn, NY)
Looking forward to reading Blackout by Jason Elam. It is the 3rd installment of Riley Covington, football player and soldier. Great exciting book!
--Dennis Malik (Davenport, IA)
An Echo in the Bone by Diana Galbaldon - because it's the next book in the Outlander series.
--Jeanne Sheats (Pittsburgh, PA)
Gotta stick with hard-core on this one. Ted DeKker's IMMANUEL'S VEINS is what I'm looking forward to reading!! Don't let me down, Ted.
--Wolfe Moffat (Franklinville, NY)
Leah's Choice by Marta Perry. Why? Because I have never read a book by Marta Perry that has not encouraged and uplifted me. But to ask me to chose one book out of many is hard. I have so many authors I love to read and waiting to read a lot of their books.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, MO)
Who's the Most Underrated artist or band in Christian Music?
Congratulations
to Cassandra Hyppolite! She won a
signed copy of Marilynn Griffith's Songs of Deliverance for
answering the survey this week.Belle and Sebastian. I can't really adequately put the reason into words. The music rocks,maybe a bit religious, maybe a biot classical, maybe because it even appeals to children. It's caught my attention and kept it for quite awhile.
--Benita (Bronx, NY)
I think the most under rated Christian music artist would have to be Amy Grant. Alot of us Christians stood in judgement of her when she divorced, though she helped so many of us come to Christ as Savior and grow in closeness to the Lord.
--M.J. (Black Duck, MN)
Definitely Britt Nicole! She sounds just like the big pop stars of today, and her message is great. It's really fun, upbeat music that I wish everyone could hear.
--Ed (Lancaster, PA)
Point of Grace is a great group singing Christian Music.Their new CD "NO CHANGIN US" is outstanding.
--Rebecca Booth (Oxford, NC)
I really don't know who is the most under rated anymore. I don't even know who is the current Christian Artists. Most of the ones I listened to are in Heaven now. I said in January that my Mom got to go to heaven and shake hands with those in the Gaither's that have gone on before. She can sing with them.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, MO)
Sandy Patty--because of her infidelity, most stations no longer play her music.
--Linda (St. Paul, MN)
I think Kent Bottenfield has been amazing. Wish I heard more of his stuff on the radio. Too many people try and resurrect the likes of Amy Grant, Ray Boltz and King's X as if these guys should be still be considered cornerstones in the industry, and it's not the case. We know who these guys are, and who they aren't, and we still attempt to give them credit? All the while, Kent Bottenfield writes independent music, and people hardly notice. People need to wake up!
--Wolfe Moffat (Franklinville, NY)
I think the most under-appreciated artist or band in Christian music is currently Reilly.
--Cassandra Hyppolite (Valley Stream, NY)
This is hard to choose because the fact is most Christian artists that we know have at least been given enough airtime to qualify for not being underrated. I would say Bethany Dillon. She is seriously a powerhouse. The woman has an amazing voice and has been writing and recording songs that just blow me away and really speak right to the heart. Truly I think she deserves more kudos than she gets.
--Kelly Blackwell (Prescott, AZ)
Sixpence None the Richer really opens my eyes to what is around me.
--Pamela White (Marysville, VA)
What was your favorite book as a kid and why?
Congratulations
to Marie Messa! She won a
signed copy of Renee Riva's new book Farley's
Five and Dime for answering the survey this week.
Find out more about the book at Renee's
website.My favorite book was the Song of the Lioness books. I loved the Alanna stories.
--Stephanie Bruce (Abilene, KS)
Alice's Adventure in Wonderland was my favorite book. I won it as a little girl as part of a radio show contest. It was the only book I had that was really mine and not one borrowed from the library or passed down from older siblings.
--Betty (Hillsboro, OR)
My favorite childhood book was the Little Engine That Could. It was one of the first books I learned to read and was very special to me!
--lknott (State Center, IA)
Dad says I knew THE LORAX by Dr. Seuss from cover to cover, yet I always wanted to read it!
--Wolfe Moffat (Franklinville, NY)
Any and all of the Bobsey Twins. I always thought it would be great to have a twin. Of course it didn't happen to me, but my brother has twins, whom we all enjoy being with.
--Penny Hull (Orlando, FL)
It's still one of my favorites: Tom Sawyer. He's definitely a real boy, and his adventures are exciting. The writing is wonderfully funny and sharp. The people are characters. I guess it rang true for me as a kid. I especially loved the storm description when the boys are hiding out on the island in the middle of the mighty Mississippi.
--Stephanie Reed (Dublin, OH)
My favorite was "The Little Princess". I believe it taught me to be strong in adversity.
--Marisa Messa (Cranston, RI)
My favorite book was "Christmas at Plum Creek" a Little House on the Prairie book. I grew up poor and this book made me feel it did not matter.
--Jane Squires (Wasola, Mo)
The Cat in the Hat because it was fun.
--Lisa (Winslow, AR)
Goldylocks... It was so much fun to read.
--Sabine White (Petersburg, VA)
I just loved the Bobsey twin books. Many of the stories were so like my own family.
--Marie Messa (Cranston, RI)
"Dr. Dolittle" by Hugh Lofting. I love animals, and this was a terrific imaginary world. I love the movie with Rex Harrison as Dr. Dolittle. Great songs by Anthony Newley (who also costarred).
--Virginia Campbell (Clifton Forge, VA)
My favorite book was "The Secret Garden" because my mama told me she had read it as a child. That just made it special for me...like we were enjoying it together.
--Linda (Sumrall, MS)
My favorite book as a child was Grimm's Fairy Tales because there were so many different stories.
--Patricia Zashcoff (Yonkers)
My favorite book as a child was the Little Golden book The Pokey Little Puppy. It was the first book I was able to read all by myself and I was so proud. Plus the fact that the puppy is so adorable.
--Judy Brittle (Royal Oak, MI)
I had a book about plains Indians. I don't remember the title but it told stories of the lives and customs of various tribes of American Indians.
--Linda S. Pinto (San Jose, CA)
" Paul Bunyan's Tall Tales" was my favorite book as a child. I loved that Paul and Babe were always available to help and protect others. My house was too violent and confining, so I wanted to feel protected by Paul Bunyan, someone bigger than life and living in nature--free to go anywhere!
--Laurie M. (Fargo, ND)
I loved all the Jack London books and "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn".
--Mary Henderson (Chillicothe, IL)
I lovd Little Pear. I believe I read every Nancy Drew and Honey Bunch book that came out.
--Louise Spring (Harrison, NY)
"Just Go to Bed" (a book in the Little Critters Series). My mom would always read it to me before i fell asleep.
--Jere Noel (Wichita, KS)
I loved all of the Little House on the Prairie Books. The books made everyday life sound like such an adventure.
--Becky Larson
I loved "These Happy Golden Years" by Laura Ingalls Wilder. I absolutely adored reading about her experiences teaching school and being courted by Almanzo.
--Ashley Mott (East Dubuque, IL)
My favorite book was "Charlottes Web". I was completely drawn into it and I loved it.
--Catherine Lindley (Mission, BC)
My favorite book as a child was defnitley ''Coat of many colors'' by Dolly Parton, Judith Sutton.. it made it so special to me because it reminded me about the story of Joseph in the Bible.. and it taught me friendship because it shows caring.
--Melissa Walder
The Little Engine That Could. My mother read this to me when I was little and she always said that if I set my mind to something I could do it.
--Rebecca Booth (Oxford, NC)
My favorite book as a kid was The Pokey Little Puppy. I had no idea why until I was posed that question a couple weeks ago. I think it's because I could relate to that puppy. Someone was writing about ADD long before it was being diagnosed like it is now. =)
--Mimi (Annandale, MN)
My favourite book as a child was The Blue Castle by LM Montgomery. I loved the humor in it and the heroine and the happy ending...well, actually, I loved everything about the book...and still do!
--Dorothy (Calgary, Alberta Canada)
That would be really difficult to answer. I devoured books as a child and read so many it's hard to remember. That was many, many moons ago. I did love Swiss Family Robinson and of course read all the Nancy Drew and Hardy Boy books I could get my hands on.
--Pam (Mason, TN)
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