Monday, April 15, 2019

Wandering Along the Path: Right Speech

Like the rest of the world, I'm reading Michelle Obama's autobiography.  I've just gotten to where she has met Barack and they've kissed.  Maybe other First Lady autobiographies have been this revealing, but I kind of doubt it.  Her narration is like one girlfriend talking to another.  And she admits mistakes and misdirections.  So, yes, I'm captivated so far.  But here's the thing.  I don't like the cover photo with the Flashdance one shoulder bare look.  It makes her look like a celebrity, in an uncomfortable way.  Does she have to glam up so obviously?  With the false eyelashes and all?  Taking your advice from Beyonce has some drawbacks, I believe.  Is Michelle a brand?  And if so, what is the message?  I hope she inspires people in the way that encourages them to work hard and achieve their best.  But is this book a bit Danielle Steele?  I'll have to wait and see.  I admire things about her and her husband, but must we be convinced he's a heart throb?  I guess I'm the wrong age group for this book.

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