Grateful American: A Journey from Self to Service by Gary Sinise

 

5 out of 5 stars  *****

A great autobiography by a simple man doing significant work to help those in need. Gary Sinise is an accomplished actor, director, film and stage pioneer, activist for servicemen and women and the Fraternal Order of Police. This is besides being a philanthropist, husband, and father. His story tells of his rise from barely passing student to the engaged, thoughtful human being he is today. He impacts so many people around the world. This book reveals how hard Gary works and how successful his endeavors are because of it. 

Calypso by David Sedaris

 

3 out of 5 stars  ***

The Audiobook narration/performance is great and there are some humorous moments but I am not captured by the stories enough to maintain interest.

The Design of Everyday Things by Donald A. Norman, Don Norman, Neil Hellegers (Goodreads Author) (Narrator)

 5 out of 5 stars  *****

The standard for design around the world, Norman writes how the total experience of a product must be considered in its engineering. The "customer first" perspective, Human-Centered Design, drives the goal of making the best, most practical device for public use. The author does an incredible job at explaining the complexities involved in the Design Challenge. What makes his approach so valuable is the psychology and logic applied to everyday objects. Norman teaches future designers how to start the process in a world where technology creates a need for new and improved whatever.

In Touch devotional February 2021 by Charles Stanley

 5 out of 5 stars  *****

Developing and maintaining a relationship with God on a daily basis is easy with Dr. Stanley's devotionals. The wisdom of scripture and the astute knowledge of the author makes February's In Touch a stabilizing force in a world of corruption and chaos. February's issue considers freedom and its obstacles, angst in the face of everyday frustrations, and how to cope by trusting Him when challenged.