Synopsis (from Amazon): Bestselling author Dr. Barbara Ann Kipfer pours her creativity into an irresistible book of bite-size inspiration for leading an adventurous, happy, and fulfilling life. Filled with light-hearted quick hits of encouragement for anyone looking for a jolt of "get out there and live." Short entries—musings, things to do, and inspirational quotes—are paired with stunning artwork, creating a beautiful keepsake to give as a gift or to keep on your bedside table. Presented as one continuous list accompanied by whimsical sidebars and thought-provoking quotes, the text touches on many and varied themes such as: following your passions, staying curious, appreciating nature, traveling, trying new things, and living life with courage.
One (or more) Sentence Summary: Looking for a gift....graduation, birthday, special occasion? Look no further, 1,001 Ways to Live Wild would make a perfect gift. 1,001 Ways to Live Wild is great book full of little tidbits that you can implement into your life. Some are very easy and can be done daily. Others are a little extreme and would take some planning. Those would be more of a one time experience (or more if you choose!!). There are also Wild Lists through the book that give you wonderful ideas. For example, Wild List Fears to Face, Wild List Children's Activities to Do as an Adult. Here are a few of my favorites
To do daily:
75. Don't listen to a bully
139. Notice everything. Everything is interesting.
155. Care less about what other people think.
631. Make eye contact with everyone you meet.
Will talke planning:
238. Collect Sand from each beach you visit.
271. Ride an elephant.
460. Ride a bike across England in an week.
203. Your wishbone will never replace your backbone.
399. You'll never know what you can do until you try.
795. Try to go a whole day without saying anything negative.
911. Help someone today.
My favorite Wild Lists:
Wild Rules to Live By (really wowed me)
Ways to Be Brave
National Park Landmarks to See
Even my kids incorporated ways to live wild....
83. Drink milk straight from the carton!
297. Let a dog walk you.
771. Always find something to laugh at.
Pick up 1,001 Ways to Live Wild today, you won't be sorry.
Fast read/slow read: Fast
Cover: Very eye catching and colorful.
What Others Are Saying: Make sure you check out what others are saying on the tour.
Would I Read Other Books by the Author: I would to read her other books.
Tuesday, April 12th: A Bookish Way of Life
Wednesday, April 13th: Create With Joy
Thursday, April 14th: Ms. Nose in a Book
Monday, April 25th: Breezes at Dawn
Tuesday, April 26th: Happy Simple Living
Thursday, April 28th: Book Hooked Blog
Sunday, May 1st: Hiking for Her
Monday, May 2nd: Everyone Needs Therapy
Monday, May 9th: midlifemommusings
Tuesday, May 10th: Midwife For Your Life
Wednesday, May 11th: Seaside Book Nook
Would I Read Other Books by the Author: I would to read her other books.
Barbara Ann Kipfer has written more than 60 books of wit and inspiration, including 14,000 Things to Be Happy About, The Wish List, Instant Karma as well as numerous others. Kipfer holds Ph.D.s in linguistics, archaeology, and Buddhist studies.
I can see this being the perfect college graduation gift!
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