As in his first book, we find the author’s theme centered around memories of growing up in the rural North Woods of Minnesota. Many of these memories involved stories sitting around campfires. This book goes beyond the effect of a warming campfire. It immerses us in memories and stories that will warm our hearts. We are allowed to visit the author’s childhood through a celebration of a life full of God, creation and the happiness found in the love of family and friends.
There are memorable pictures and letters written of and from family throughout the book. We are even given a recipe for a delicious Swedish rye bread. But after reading the stories and memories of the author’s life in the North Woods, we find that we have been given another recipe – a recipe for a great life – one filled with the ingredients of a love of God, love of family and friends and sprinkled with a bit of humor. Thank you for another heart-warming experience!
Rick ZumBrunnen
Architect, Retired
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Campfire in the Basement: Reflections from a Northwoods Lake is a captivating memoir of childhood stories supported by previous generations’ values, hard work, and life’s