Breast Milk and Good Books

This is an entire post . . wait for it . . that is not about Henry.  It is going to be legendary.  Yes, Jason and I have been catching up on "How I Met Your Mother" on DVD.  How did we miss this show?  This only deepens my crush on Neil Patrick Harris.  Although, he had me with Dr. Horrible's Sing-a-Long Web Blog and Doogie Howser. But I digress, the purpose of this post is not to express my unfailing love of a gay man but to discuss some of the books I have been reading.  When does a new mommy find time to read?  During all those feedings.  Henry eats a lot.

The Road by Cormac McCarthy - Beautiful. Moving. Heartbreaking.  I started this before Henry was born and I finished it during late night feeding sessions.  The book explores the relationship between a father and son as they survive in a post apocalyptic world.  My favorite aspect of the book is how McCarthy doesn't focus on the world at large but instead just on the story of a man and his son.  The writing is minimal and yet descriptive. After finishing the book (at 5 am) I gave Henry extra kisses and said a prayer of thanks that we don't live in a world covered in ash.  Oh, there is a movie adaptation but in my opinion it looks crappie.  The trailer makes it look like another "end of the world" action movie.  Hollywood is great at ruining good books. 

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith - Okay, I actually read this book a couple months ago but I enjoyed it so much I thought it was worth mentioning.  I picked it up on a whim in McKay's (aka the happiest place on earth) because it was one of those books that I hadn't read but felt like I should have.  I am very happy with my impulsive purchase.  I found it very appropriate given the current economic climate.  The Nolan family is so poor in the book that they make anyone feel rich. Please read this book it is lovely. 

When You are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris - David Sedaris never disappoints.  This collection of essays is hilarious as always.  This book has been a nice change of pace after "The Road." Not familiar with Sedaris?  You can read about him on the Stuff White People Like Blog.  In fact, you can skim the blog to get a good idea of things Jason and I like.  I am embarrassed to admit how many of the post accurately describe us. 

If you have read any of the above titles I would love to hear your thoughts on them.  Any breast feeding book recommendations?  Please post in the comments.  I have a lot of long nights ahead of me.