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Anne Lamott claims the two best prayers she knows are: "Help me, help me, help me" and "Thank you, thank you, thank you." She has a friend whose morning prayer each day is "Whatever," and whose evening prayer is "Oh, well." Anne thinks of Jesus as "Casper the friendly savior" and describes God as "one crafty mother."
Despite--or because of--her irreverence, faith is a natural subject for Anne Lamott. Since Operating Instructions and Bird by Bird, her fans have been waiting for her to write the book that explained how she came to the big-hearted, grateful, generous faith that she so often alluded to in her two earlier nonfiction books. The people in Anne Lamott's real life are like beloved characters in a favorite series for her readers--her friend Pammy, her son, Sam, and the many funny and wise folks who attend her church are all familiar. And Traveling Mercies is a welcome return to those lives, as well as an introduction to new companions Lamott treats with the same candor, insight, and tenderness.
Lamott's faith isn't about easy answers, which is part of what endears her to believers as well as nonbelievers. Against all odds, she came to believe in God and then, even more miraculously, in herself. As she puts it, "My coming to faith did not start with a leap but rather a series of staggers." At once tough, personal, affectionate, wise, and very funny, Traveling Mercies tells in exuberant detail how Anne Lamott learned to shine the light of faith on the darkest part of ordinary life, exposing surprising pockets of meaning and hope.
Despite--or because of--her irreverence, faith is a natural subject for Anne Lamott. Since Operating Instructions and Bird by Bird, her fans have been waiting for her to write the book that explained how she came to the big-hearted, grateful, generous faith that she so often alluded to in her two earlier nonfiction books. The people in Anne Lamott's real life are like beloved characters in a favorite series for her readers--her friend Pammy, her son, Sam, and the many funny and wise folks who attend her church are all familiar. And Traveling Mercies is a welcome return to those lives, as well as an introduction to new companions Lamott treats with the same candor, insight, and tenderness.
Lamott's faith isn't about easy answers, which is part of what endears her to believers as well as nonbelievers. Against all odds, she came to believe in God and then, even more miraculously, in herself. As she puts it, "My coming to faith did not start with a leap but rather a series of staggers." At once tough, personal, affectionate, wise, and very funny, Traveling Mercies tells in exuberant detail how Anne Lamott learned to shine the light of faith on the darkest part of ordinary life, exposing surprising pockets of meaning and hope.
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I am writing beacuse I fear that the recent negative comments will dissuade others from reaping the joy that is possible from reading this book. Her chapter on forgiveness had me laughing and crying; it alone is worth the price of the book - were it legal, I would copy that chapter for my family and friends. Instead, I am ordering them all copies of this treasure. This is my first book by Lamott and I look forward to reading more. For all who are taking part in their spiritual journey...
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Well, I'm a huge fan of Lamott, having read almost all she's written, but this one really got me.And as odd as it may sound to some of you, several times since I have finished this work I've needed some extra help from the wo/man upstairs. Take today for instance, I got involved with my 9-year-old's relationship with someone else, messed things up, and said a little prayer, asking for some help or inspiration. I got it........Not that dreams always come true by a long shot, but I thank Anne for reminding me of that awesome higher power who's willing to help out a mom in 100 degree heat, in the car, with 2 whiny kids, and provide her with a helpful answer. I loved this book, I love this author, and I only hope and pray that I can sustain the strong belief that she has in God above. God bless you and your child, Ms. Lamott
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If only Anne Lamott could be bottled and sprayed onto the pulse points every day, then one could walk around and know for certain what Truth smells like. Traveling Mercies: Some Thoughts on Faith is simply stunning. It's laugh-out-loud funny, profound in a down-to-earth-BLT-with-mayo sort of way and it's required reading for anyone who has a hunch there might be some sort of "glue' that holds everything in the universe together. The opposite of pastel, sun-drenched "religious" text, Traveling Mercies is an invigorating, refreshing chronicle of Ms. Lamott's own spiritual journey; and what a wonderful thing it is to be in the passenger seat beside her for the ride.
Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Mormon, atheist, etc., it doesn't matter. This book is as universal as water and just pure, assuming you don't live in New York.
Thinking about buying it? Stop thinking about buying it and just order. The sooner you do, the sooner you'll be glad you did. Lamott's Traveling Mercies is quite the trip.
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Sadlly hyped...so dissappointed
Read a really good quote....saw reviews...heard others rave about it....but so NOT interesting....self-absorbed...shallow wishy washy spirituality presented... Read more
Published on 11 July 2003 by PC Murgu
poster child for fine writing
I DO care about your dreadlocks, annie. well, ok, not your hair exactly -- but your wonderfully adroit and compassionate way of writing about hair, thighs, love, death, disease,... Read more
Published on 22 Aug 1999
Lots of Detail:
This was more autobiographical than I expected; Anne has had an awful lot of trauma / challenges in her life - whew! Read more
Published on 19 Aug 1999
Poster Child for the ME ME ME Generation
Easily, the WORST book I have ever read. Annie Lamott is the most self-absorbed person in print. Even Gore Vidal, a great writer but one of the world's most arrogant people,... Read more
Published on 13 Aug 1999
Faith: Our Common Denominator
The one thing I enjoyed about reading Traveling Mercies is that the style of language to communicate to the reader is down to Earth and witty. Read more
Published on 9 Aug 1999
I'm enjoying this book immensely.
Traveling Mercies is uplifting. Anne Lamott's reflections are honest, funny, sad and uplifting all at the same time.
Published on 9 Aug 1999
The "everyman" story for the end of the first millenium
Finally, a connection to others through stories which speak of pain and joy and humanhood. When I finished reading , I mailed this book to my best friend. Read more
Published on 7 Aug 1999
Never written a review or letter to author before....
Have been an avid reader for 30 years, but never before felt compelled to write a review or letter to an author before... Read more
Published on 4 Aug 1999
Thank you for "writing what you know."
After reading Operating Instructions, I was hooked. Not many people are as honest as Anne, especially when it is painful or embarrassing. Read more
Published on 26 July 1999
A Breath of Fresh Air
I'm on my third reading of Traveling Mercies. Anne's refreshing honesty and authenticity have felt to me like someone finally opened the window of the stagnant and suffocating... Read more
Published on 25 July 1999
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