The Autumn Book by Susan Branch

A much anticipated parcel arrived in the mail the other day. All the way from Susan Branch's Studio in California, USA. It was my pre-ordered copy of Susan's 10th anniversary edition of her AUTUMN book.

I must admit, I have wondered if I would love this book as much as I did A Fine Romance, Susan's wonderful story about the trip she and her husband, Joe, took to England. Yes, although a different kind of book -- it being filled with wonderful recipes for appetizers, side dishes, Thanksgiving, and more, as well as seasonal art-craft ideas -- Autumn has the same beautiful artwork and lovely quotes -- not to mention her heart and spirit stamped on every page.

With her lovely autograph on the inside, no less!

This book, a longtime favourite of many Susan Branch fans, is now a treasure in my own library. I feel a little sad that it took 10 years for me to realize this book existed. But we shall make up for lost time and I'm eager to share it with friends I know will love it. Extra copies are already waiting in my study for giving away.

Family. Home. Love. Food around a table.
Creating Story. Memories. Life.

 

Susan's book makes me feel wrapped up in hope and love when I read, as it reminds me of a simpler, more innocent life. Susan reminds us that it is still possible to live in beauty and kindness from the hearts of our own homes, no matter what strange things go on out where the dragons breathe fire. Yes, we can carry on because, in truth, that is what God intended in the first place.

Me with my new book ... woohoo!

Since getting the book, I've been trying to stretch out the treat of reading it, much the way one savors a favorite ice cream cone. Ever. So. Slowly. One page at a time. To make it last longer. Every evening, I nestle up against the squishy pillows on my bed, turn on the lamp that now casts its own autumnal golden circle of light, and reach for my new book.

Susan often reminds us on her blog one of the secrets of a happy life is continuous small treats. Yes, I am happy with these little reading treats. I feel comforted. Nourished. Encouraged. By the time I lay my head down a smile lurks on my face. A blissful sigh as sleep weighs in around my shoulders and eyelids. Ah, and so to bed, says she... and turns out the light.

Wishing you a*´¨)
> ¸.·´¸.·*´¨) ¸.·*¨)
> (¸.·´ (¸.·´ * beautiful autumn evening! *

Hugs,
Brenda
xox

Brenda! Thank you for lovely blog and lovely review for AUTUMN ♥ http://t.co/YR1ticdEcE — SUSAN BRANCH (@dearsusanbranch) September 17, 2014