Kate Di Camillo

Kate Di Camillo has written some beautiful books. Fortunately, in my job, I get to read children's books and therefore I was introduced to her work.

I love "The Tale of Despereaux". Don't watch the movie. Read the book. Fall in love with the writing.
"Love is ridiculous. But love is also wonderful. And powerful. And Despereaux's love for the Princess Pea would prove, in time, to be all of these things: powerful, wonderful and ridiculous."

"The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tullane" is also beautifully written. And heartbreaking.
"You must be filled with expectancy. You must be awash in hope. You must wonder who will love you, whom you will love next."

And "The Magician's Elephant" is a joyous, whimsical fantasy. With a true and important message.
"It is important that you say what you mean to say. Time is too short. You must speak the words that matter."

Notre Dame

I loved Notre Dame. It was the first, big, inspiring church of the trip and it was very beautiful. I think it helped that the sun was shining and it was Paris. But the inside of Notre Dame was cool and peacefull and you could feel the thousand years of history surrounding you.