As promised, I’m following up with the final great book on my summer reading list.
Ever wondered what goes on in the right side of your brain? If so, you must read Imagine by Rhodes Scholar Jonah Lehrer. If you’ve ever thought that creativity was held hostage by the gods, this book is for you. By breaking down the long-held mystery of creativity, Lehrer shows us that this power is within the reach of everyone.
He also shows that cultivating creativity takes work (and frequently, collaboration), but the examples he provides (from the invention of the Swiffer Wetjet to the songs of Bob Dylan) are compelling and inspirational.
Stumped? Take a warm shower or take your dog for a walk. Lehrer convincingly argues that taking a break from the issues that are puzzling you gives you the opportunity to let your right hemisphere do the heavy lifting, and presto, you may just hit upon a solution.
This book was a gift from Tonya, my childhood friend-muse-fellow artist. It was so good that she didn’t just pass along her own book; she saved her own copy for herself and bought me my own (bless her.) Although this book is filled with literary examples, this book isn’t just for writers. It’s for anyone who needs a fresh look at life. And the great news is that the secrets to life and the dilemmas that puzzle us all might just be in our heads!
Ashley Memory 
Hi Ashley: About two years ago, I sent you an e-mail. It was rambling and crazy…I was working at a call center then…and was crazy.
Now I am retired and just beginning to enjoy it. Did you hear about the sale in Cary at McGregor? Google http://www.carysale.com. I am going on Amazon today to order your book.
Aimee is fine, married with two children. She married Daniel Kuchta who she met in the Czech Republic.
Peggy
Hi Peggy! So good to hear from you! I just sent a longer message to your email account so that we can catch up. Look forward to hearing from you!