Nat. Childbirth the Bradley Way

So I read back through this again as the birth became more impending. My primary thought is: DO YOUR HOMEWORK. The medical establishment is not trained in what a normal, natural childbirth even looks like. They are trained on the interventions, which they will default to because that is what they know. Childbirth is not a medical emergency. Even if you are convinced you want a "normal" hospital birth, you would show great wisdom in understanding some other perspectives. Every parent's plan is to take care of their child to the best of their ability. Proverbs 15:22 says, "Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed." Relying only on the medical professionals is like having one adviser. It takes work but that is our job as parents. Proverbs 18:15, "The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ears of the wise seek it out."

Book review at previous Post

East of Eden - John Steinbeck

So I started this around the Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival (Aug21-23, 2009). I got about a third the way through that weekend. If you know me, that should speak volumes about how good the book was. Unfortunately, it took me another couple months to finish because of projects and travel.

I thought this was one of the best fiction stories I have read. Steinbeck does an incredible job of capturing and painting humanity, personality, and interpersonal dynamics in a clear and engrossing way that draws the reader into the narrative. The diversity of characters guarantees that you will identify with one of them.

I won't go into any real detail about the storyline, but if you are looking for a fiction read that might give you new perspective on yourself and others then this is a great option.

Back from Oblivion

Hello to the few people that followed this blog at one point in time. I am finally taking a little bit of free time to bring this thing more up to date. I have been reading, just not getting in documented. This is my summary of things I need to add.

East of Eden
Natural Childbirth the Bradlely Way & Related
Master Your Money