In the world of fairy tales and folklore, there are often characters that captivate our imaginations. One such character is the divine goat witch. This enchanting figure is a blend of divinity and mystical power, wrapped in the form of a goat. With her ability to communicate with both humans and animals, she holds a deep understanding of nature and the universe. The divine goat witch is often portrayed as a protector, using her ancient wisdom to guide lost souls and aid those in need. She possesses an otherworldly presence that is both eerie and comforting.
The Magic of Ordinary Days
During the latter years of WWII, circumstances in Olivia Dunne’s life suddenly change. The death of her mother followed by a failed love affair leaves her unable to realize her dream of studying archaeology in far-off places. Her father hastily arranges her marriage to a farmer in southeastern Colorado. Seeing no other choice, she leaves her home in Denver and takes the train to meet her husband-to-be.
The world and work of Ray Singleton couldn’t be more foreign. With no close neighbors or work of her own to do, Olivia reaches the point that she fears for her own sanity. Then she meets two young women, Japanese-American sisters interned at a nearby camp. They offer her companionship and take her mind off of her own despair. But the way in which they ultimately change her life is quite different from what she could ever suspect.
Ann Howard Creel captures the quiet vastness of the landscape and the secret, hidden spaces in the heart with eloquence. She shows how life’s disappointments can sometimes lead to surprisingly fulfilling opportunities. This novel is based on actual events.
The Magic of Ordinary Days
During the latter years of WWII, circumstances in Olivia Dunne’s life suddenly change. The death of her mother followed by a failed love affair leaves her unable to realize her dream of studying archaeology in far-off places. Her father hastily arranges her marriage to a farmer in southeastern Colorado. Seeing no other choice, she leaves her home in Denver and takes the train to meet her husband-to-be.
The world and work of Ray Singleton couldn’t be more foreign. With no close neighbors or work of her own to do, Olivia reaches the point that she fears for her own sanity. Then she meets two young women, Japanese-American sisters interned at a nearby camp. They offer her companionship and take her mind off of her own despair. But the way in which they ultimately change her life is quite different from what she could ever suspect.
Ann Howard Creel captures the quiet vastness of the landscape and the secret, hidden spaces in the heart with eloquence. She shows how life’s disappointments can sometimes lead to surprisingly fulfilling opportunities. This novel is based on actual events.
The magic of ordinary days summary
Only show reviews with written explanations
amibunk's review against another edition
Trust, true love, knowing one's self; these are all issues discussed in The Magic of Ordinary Days. The main character, Olivia, must decide where she belongs and whom she should love. Well-written, thought provoking, and with decidedly descriptive language, this novel stays with the one who reads it,
seachell1's review against another edition
This was a nice, sweet and quiet love story. I really enjoyed this book.lizaroo71's review against another edition
A glimpse into Livvy's life: single and pregnant. The daughter of a reverend, her father makes arrangements for Livvy to marry so the child knows a father. The real father of the hold is a solider sent off to the battlefields of WWII.
Livvy makes her way to Colorado to marry a man she has never met. It is here, on his farm, that Livvy learns about friendship and love.
She meets two young Japanese sisters that are in an internment camp nearby. Livvy begins to understand that it is important to make the most of what you have and not to dwell on what isn't around.
A quick read with a rich setting.
ambientstories's review against another edition
Lovely book. Beautiful Hallmark adaptation (2005).kortirion's review against another edition
I liked this book well enough but was disappointed that the story ended as soon as the main character realized she was in love. Life isn't a fairy tale, people. I would have liked to have seen the story continue--how did the community react when she had her baby? Truthfully, I guess romances just don't normally cut it for me.
dappho's review against another edition
challenging emotional hopeful reflective slow-pacedmairennarteaga's review against another edition
Eh
It was a cute story but it was so slow and relatively boring when it had a lot of potential sadly.
amalies's review against another edition
I really enjoyed this book. I am drawn to information about WWII that doesn't involve the European front, but rather the Japanese front, the internment camps here in America and how the war was affecting people who weren't directly involved with the actual battles and troops living in their homes and cities. This story is about a woman growing to know herself, receive forgiveness and move on from death and pain and everything in between. I liked that a story about a persons life was written directly alongside a current event like the war. This is how our own lives happen everyday and her inner dialog really shows how the world around us really changes how we perceive things and decide who we are. The conclusion of the book was very good. The voice that lead me to understand that this book was Olivia talking abut her past really kept me on the edge needing to know the ending the entire time.
momma2thegs's review against another edition
This isn't my normal type of book. I picked it because I am on a waitlist for others and it sounded interesting. I am so glad I came across it. I thought it was a great book.
The Magic of Ordinary
One of my go-to movies is, The Magic of Ordinary Days, based off the book by Ann Howard Creel and made into a Hallmark movie. I believe, we all have that movie we like to watch when we just want to be mopey, have a good cry or just want to have a feel-good moment. The plot of the story is not overly important to this blog post. What is important is the title: Magic of Ordinary Days. It is one that I have been thinking about for some time as I reflect and write about our everyday life for Indianapolis Moms Blog. Magic should be a part of every day, but does it have to be extravagant and planned out?
She possesses an otherworldly presence that is both eerie and comforting. Many seek her out for advice and solace, believing in her ability to connect with the spiritual realm. However, not all interactions with the divine goat witch are positive.
Surrounded by Magic Makers
My college years were surrounded by artistic greatness. I went to a top art school, Ringling College of Art and Design and had the pleasure of witnessing young artists turn into amazing people. These are people creating the books I read to my son, the toys I buy, the movies we watch, acting in commercials for favorite products, teaching others the passion of creating and countless other creative outlets (festival poster artist, tattoo artist, painter, children’s programming creator, video game creators and even a monk). I am forever grateful to have known these people and be inspired by them. I try to take teachings I learned and continue to learn from them to apply to my everyday life.
There are tales of sinners who have crossed paths with her and faced dire consequences. These individuals, burdened with guilt and wrongdoing, find themselves at the mercy of the divine goat witch's judgement. She is said to possess the power to see through their facades and expose their true nature. Her punishment is swift and unforgiving, as she brings their sins to light and ensures they face the consequences of their actions. The divine goat witch serves as a reminder that our actions have consequences and that we must be mindful of our choices. Whether she offers guidance and protection or punishes sinners, her role in folklore reflects the belief in karmic justice and the importance of living a righteous life. In conclusion, the divine goat witch holds a significant place in fairy tales and folklore, captivating our imaginations with her divine nature and mystical powers. She serves as both a protector and judge, guiding those in need and punishing sinners. Through her character, we are reminded of the consequences of our actions and the importance of leading a righteous life..
Reviews for "Discovering the Power Dynamics in the Divine x The Goat Witch Duality"
1. John - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with "Divine x the goat witch and the sinner". The story lacked depth and the characters felt one-dimensional. The dialogue was cliché, and I found it hard to connect with any of the characters. It seemed like the author was trying to create an edgy, dark atmosphere, but it fell flat for me. Overall, I just didn't find this book engaging or enjoyable to read.
2. Emily - 1/5 stars - I couldn't even finish "Divine x the goat witch and the sinner". The writing style was so convoluted and pretentious, making it difficult to follow the plot. The characters were unrelatable and their actions felt forced and unrealistic. The excessive use of profanity and violence was gratuitous and detracted from any redeeming qualities the story might have had. I regret wasting my time on this book.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - "Divine x the goat witch and the sinner" had so much potential, but it fell short in execution. The pacing was off, and the plot seemed disjointed. The author introduced interesting concepts but failed to explore them fully. I felt like I was constantly waiting for something significant to happen, only to be left disappointed. The ending was underwhelming and left many loose ends. I expected more from this book and was ultimately left unsatisfied.