Candles and Mirrors is a book of 52 short stories that illuminate and reflect our best selves. The author blends the growing-up-on-the farm memories of her siblings with her own to create heartfelt, often humorous tales. Older readers are inspired to share their own memories, compare them to present times, and reflect upon the differences. Young readers will love reading about the past, revealing the world in which their parents or grandparents grew up. Read with youngsters to teach them how different life was "in the old days." Keep the book on hand for a quick read to start the day with a smile and the inspiration to "be the candle" and to reflect the light.