Love Comes Calling by Siri Mitchell

Do you ever feel like you don't fit in? That if you run away changed your life and situation life will go so much better? Well as Ellis Eton finds out life is not that simple. She is failing college, trying to avoid being "pinned"( an old tradition where boys in Fraternities would give their house pins to a girl they wanted as their girlfriend, and trying to earn enough money to go to Hollywood and become an actress. A friend asks her to take over her job as a "Hello Girl" for a few weeks so she can bury her mother. As Ellis pretends to be Jainie she overhears a conversation while transferring a call that leads her into a world of speakeasies, and police and political corruption all in an effort to save her friend Griff from being murdered. Along the way she ponders the question of prohibition and the law and why people break the law. I enjoyed this book and it made me laugh out loud several times as my family can testify to.

                                                          Have a good read, Nina

The Merciful Scar

The Merciful Scar, by Rebecca St. James and Nancy Rue, tells the story of girl name Kirsten who cuts herself to deal with anxiety, and depression. She leaves scars on her body especially where people can not see them it is her way of letting out the feelings she feels beneath her skin. This is a common psychological condition that many are fighting. The story allows one to see the journey through Kirsten's eyes, as you see what goes through her mind and what draws her to cut and then her feelings through the healing process. I found their treatment of the subject well done it reminded me of my own experience with depression and anxiety.  I would recommend this book for women who would like to get a peek at some of the emotions and feelings people who suffer from mental conditions.  If you are someone you know is dealing with cutting, depression, anxiety, or any of the varied mental connections seek help now. I have only been able to deal with my own illness with lots or medical and professional help.
                                                         My prayers are with you,
                                                                               Nina