Tag Archives: Angie Abdou

The Beautiful Lie

Posted on September 25, 2014 by clubfredbaja

“What do you mean you don’t want to have children? Aren’t I a good mother? Haven’t you had a good life?” When my mom asked sixteen-year-old me this question, through tears no less, I wish I’d had Angie Abdou’s book, … Continue reading →

Posted in Family & Children, Women's Issues | Tagged Angie Abdou, Between, lies about parenting, motherhood, novel, parenting, Stumbling on happiness and parenting | 8 Comments

Stop Giving Me What I want! A review of Blackbirds and some swirly thoughts

Posted on July 28, 2013 by clubfredbaja

When I finished my latest read, Blackbirds by Chuck Wendig, a swirly mass of thoughts that had been, well, swirling around in my brain suddenly solidified. The novel’s protagonist, Miriam Black is not your average hero. One Goodreads reviewer described … Continue reading →