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Review: “The Simple Life”
Sky High Broadcasting
KNEO Radio “Author’s Corner” Program
May 2006

Have you ever stressed over things, feeling the pressure to keep up with the Joneses, or perhaps wanting instead to downsize and get rid of the clutter? Have you ever imagined a simpler life, full of the blessings of family, friends, and faith? Who hasn’t? It’s for everyone who has longed for a less stressful, more peaceful existence that The Simple Life was written. Based on stories of our Amish friends, these 60 devotionals provide practical and thought-provoking ideas on living a more satisfying life.

The Amish are a group of people who, due to religious persecution they suffered in Europe, relocated to American in the early 1700’s. There are now more than 130,000 Amish living in various communities throughout the United States and Canada. Their interpretation of scripture leads the Amish to live simply, without many of the modern conveniences the English take for granted—things like automobiles, electricity, and other helpful technologies. Dressing plainly, helping neighbors, cooking for one’s family, pulling weeds in the garden. These common experiences of the Amish are often foreign to our fast-paced, modern society.

Many English people desire a slower-paced life, which allows more time with family and friends and spends less of itself on possessions. Wanda Brunstetter writes, “As an author of Amish novels, I often hear comments from readers expressing a wish to slow down and live a more simple life.” Perhaps we can learn a few lessons from the Amish, yet one needs not to wear plain clothes and drive a horse and buggy to find a simpler life. Quietness and peacefulness are really a matter of the heart. Within the pages of this book, you’ll stfind 60 true-to-life Amish ories accompanied by inspirational thoughts. You’ll even find some delicious recipes popular with the Amish. It is my hope that each reading will give you an intriguing glimpse into the Amish culture, but more importantly, help you discover a sense of peace and joy and a desire to live life a little more simply—and a little closer to God.

Related Authors

• Wanda E. Brunstetter

Related Books

• Simple Life, The (Soft Cover)