Philippians 4:4-9
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. and the peace of God which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things. The things you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.

Monday, July 20, 2009

The House at Sugar Beach

Finished The House at Sugar Beach by Helene Cooper this weekend. Good read for anyone interested in a look at life in Liberia and Liberian history. The story is based on the life of an Americo-Liberian (a descendant of freed American slaves-only 1% of Liberian population, but the ruling class till the coup), pre civil war to just at the end of the war.

I enjoyed reading a first hand account of what life was like in Liberia, their speech, the foods, and the class differences. I had heard and read many things, but she puts things together in an enjoyable read.

Reading of the class differences, helped me to understand what lead to the coups, the civil war and the hate between groups.

Should be a required read for anyone who has or is considering an adoption from Liberia. I would recommend it to anyone interested in history, cultures or just likes to read.

Happy reading!!
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