Different, but the Same

Everyone has their daily rituals that iron out life's wrinkles. For me, my iron is reading. I love to immerse myself in a story; often, it's like a short vacation.

I recently discovered a trend in the books I most enjoy. I love books that are set in the South. Now, I am not from the South, nor have I been or desire to live there, but there is something about it that truly fascinates me.

Two of my favorite books that take place in the South are:

My most recent find, is a book my Book Club is reading called "Same Kind of Different as Me." This story intertwines two lives through the Christian faith. Now, I know you might be turned off by the sound of a Christian book, but this book is not about religion; it's about people. 

"Same Kind of Different as Me" tells the (true) story of Denver Moore, a former sharecropper turned homeless man; and Ron Hall, a Texas frat-boy turned art dealer. You might wonder what a homeless man and million-dollar art dealer have in common. Well, you'll have to read the story yourself to find out.

Ron Hall and Denver Moore

Their writing union paints picturesque memories that unfold before you. They make you realize that no matter what walk of life you are from; we are all truly homeless, as our place here is only temporary.

 Through southern plantations to the affluent life in Texas, they tell a beautiful story. Their story is sad, yet inspirational and if you haven't read it, I highly recommend it. A great reminder that we are all different, but the same.

Life isn't always how you plan it, but it's always what you make of it.