The author, who lives in Alaska, shares observations about life in a series of essays. Her beliefs about God and life are mingled with stories about her life in the aftermath of a horrific biking accident that sent her into months of recovery. It was interesting to see how people in Alaska live, especially her Inuit neighbors who welcomed her to some of their traditional ceremonies. The author is very open minded in her views and I didn't always agree with her viewpoint on things, nor did i get much inspiration from this book. It just seemed like a series of nice stories to me. ( )

An intimate look at a small community in Alaska told by the town's obituary writer. ( )

Heather Lende is the author of the best selling Memoir “If You Lived Here I’d Know Your Name” which was about her life in the small town of Haines, Alaska. Right before her first book release, she was riding her bicycle and got hit by a truck. Very scary, and she came close to dying. Interestingly, death is something she is familiar with because she is the town’s obituary writer. The essays in this memoir are about her long recovery, and how it has had an effect on her faith, and her observations of life in her home town.

I like her writing style, its like talking to a friend; swapping stories, acknowledging those little “ah ha” moments, and it touches something deep inside—the human experience—the passing of knowledge from one generation to the next. Reading her words can slow down the rush of our busy lives and connect us to something bigger. Very enjoyable, with one icky story about hunting I could have done without, other than that I liked this book. For TV’s Gold Rush fans, her friend John Schnabel and Porcupine Creek are mentioned. 4 stars for this kindle version. ( )

author of If You Lived Here I'd Know Your Name

I won this at Goodreads, and I gotta say I loved this book!! Even if I had bought it I would have enjoyed it. You get a feeling of being transported to the books locations. I'm not a religious person, but I wasn't put off by the religious aspects of the book. It was more spiritual than preachy. I even googled the town she lives in to get a sense of it's location, and what the scenery is like. I was eager to keep reading, but was sad the book ended. Now I have her other book ordered from Amazon, and look forward to reading that one! Thank you Heather, for a wonderful reading experience!! ( )