When She Woke, a fable about a stigmatized woman struggling to navigate an America of a not-too-distant future by Hillary Jordan. Hannah, the protagonist, embarks on a path of self-discovery that forces her to question the values she once held and the righteousness of a country that politicizes faith. It is the one hundred books I have read since the beginning of 2019 and the forty-fifth this year.

Sleeping in a New Direction
When I moved to Apartment 3B, I knew my bed would be on a lower floor than in 3D.
My bed now faces in another direction. In addition, I am ten feet closer to the ground, which is an imperceptible difference.
- In 3D, I was facing 314 degrees northwest when I woke up.
- In 3B, I am facing 229 degrees southwest.
The new bedroom is also darker, and that might help me sleep.
I do believe I am sleeping better, but not perfect.
I still dream of waking up fully rested from a good night’s sleep.
That may not be possible since Jan died, but it is a dream worth having.
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