Home Sweeter Home: Creating a Haven of Simplicity and Spirit (Sweet Simplicity, Book 1) [Paperback]

Jann Mitchell (Author), Jack Canfield (Foreword), Connie Lightner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1996

We search the world for spirituality and peace - only to discover that happiness and satisfaction are not found "out there" in the world but right here, in our houses and in our hearts. "There's no place like home" holds true whether we live in a castle or a condo, a mansion or a studio apartment. HOME SWEETER HOME offers creative insights and suggestions for making our home life more nurturing, spiritual, and rewarding for ourselves, our families, and our friends.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I found this book quite insightful and helpful. It is a welcome addition to our understanding of healthy family life." -- John Bradshaw, author of Family Secrets

About the Author

Jann Mitchell is an award-winning feature writer and columnist for The Oregonian in Portland, Oregon. Her work has also been featured in national magazines and appears in A Second Helping of Chicken Soup for the Soul and Chocolate for a Woman's Soul in addition to authoring four books of her own.

Chicken Soup for the Soul is a favorite publisher of books about family with many bestselling books about family and personal dynamics.

Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are co-founders of Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Amy Newmark is publisher and editor-in-chief of Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Product Details

• Paperback: 175 pages
• Publisher: Atria Books/Beyond Words; Original edition (April 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885223331
• ISBN-13: 978-1885223333
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,628,419 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

How does an American journalist become a Love Refugee in Sweden and "Bibi (Grandma) Jann" to hundreds of AIDS orphans and poor children in Tanzania, East Africa?

It began in mid-life when I re-connected after 20 years with my long-lost Swedish sweetheart... a love spanning five decades, two centuries and three continents! And to think I had nearly given up on love... Experience the adventure with my up-coming WHERE LOVE LEADS trilogy.

In the meantime, learn more at www.bibijann.org and bibijannhelps.blogspot.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly What I Was Looking For!!!, August 27, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Home Sweeter Home: Creating a Haven of Simplicity and Spirit (Sweet Simplicity, Book 1) (Paperback)

As a stay-at-home mom I lead a pretty busy life in my house. Everyday I deal with the clutter and the stress of raising my child and helping my husband get out the door each morning for work. This book helped me get a real perspective on life. It comforted me and inspired me to get a hold on the activities in my household. I actually began to look at our lifestyle and clutter-filled house in a whole new light. It is a wonderful book that will put a smile on your face, give you a feeling of peace, and also give you practical helpful advice. I enjoyed it very, very much!!! :-)

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Practical and simple ideas., December 22, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Home Sweeter Home: Creating a Haven of Simplicity and Spirit (Sweet Simplicity, Book 1) (Paperback)

I thought the book was enjoyable to read and has some good suggestions on ways we can treat ourselves better and slow down our lives. A wide variety of topics is covered and references to further reading are noted if there is one area that is of interest (journaling, altars...). The book has good ideas for creating special places within our homes for us and everyone else to feel comfortable and relaxed.

6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT HOUSEWARMING GIFT!, August 1, 2002

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"medschoolgirl" (Mobile, AL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Home Sweeter Home: Creating a Haven of Simplicity and Spirit (Sweet Simplicity, Book 1) (Paperback)

I'm actually the author's neice, so I read the book when it first came out in 1996. However, I got married a year ago and reached for the book again to get inspiration for turning my new 'house' into a 'home'. This book is fun and easy to read and it is full of good ideas for decorating, living, and developing family traditions. I would recommend it as a wedding gift, a housewarming gift, or just a 'feel good' read. The cover is attractive and looks great on a guest room nightstand!

Be sure to check out her other works as well as her contributions in the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series!