And the Stars Flew with Us
Book description
Ride “shotgun” on a celebration of the open road that will resonate with all who remember fondly the poignant, tragic, poetic, wondrous, and often ridiculous elements that comprise the “Great American Family Road Trip.”
Only months after his father’s death, Randy Young is hitting the open road with nothing but…
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1 author picked And the Stars Flew with Us as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
How do you grieve the loss of a parent? Or a friend? In this book, Randy Young shares his story of hitting the open road with nothing but his father’s urn and ashes months after his death.
Equal parts funny, poignant, tragic, and magical, Randy uses the backdrop of the “Great American Family Road Trip” to recall cherished memories as he seeks to reclaim the image of his dad before dementia.
We all grapple with sadness, death, loss, and how to honor the people we miss. I love this book because Randy provides us with a roadmap for celebration and…
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