The Silver Linings Playbook
Author: Matthew Quick
Imagine your life is a film directed by God–a rom-com, obviously, complete with happily-ever-after ending. Before the credits roll, there will, of course, be tears, tantrums, and misunderstandings, but you know you’ll get there in the end.Welcome to Pat’s world. It’s a world of silver linings and true love but also a world where God makes movies and Kenny G. lurks in your….Read More
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