David Given Schwarm

From the Catholic Catechism’s “Divination and magic” section: 2115 God can reveal the future to his prophets or to other saints. Still, a sound Christian attitude consists in putting oneself confidently into the hands of Providence for whatever concerns the future, and giving up all unhealthy curiosity about it. Improvidence, however, can constitute a lack…

Notes to John by Joan Didion My rating: 5 of 5 stars Absolutely devastating. The fact that she wrote notes to her husband with the same precision as her published work is shocking. The content is heartbreaking. The insights are unparalleled. An amazing book — a real give from the universe. View all my reviews

I觀 CONTEMPLATION By concentrating on the higher laws,you acquire the power that underlies them. This hexagram teaches us to set an example for others through our own contemplation of proper principles. A fundamental fact of consciousness is that we take on the attributes and energy of that upon which we focus our attention. In studying…

A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende My rating: 5 of 5 stars Absolutely amazing! Exactly the book every book club needs to read in 2026. The focus on LOVE in this one is just amazing. Allende is a gift, I feel luck to be alive during the time in which she creates…

Piercing by Ryū Murakami My rating: 4 of 5 stars Fun dark read with a rather unfortunate ending. Recommended for fans of dark lit. View all my reviews