I finished reading the Call the Midwife Series. I enjoyed all the books but the last 2 were a bit more depressing. I mean you reading about the workhouses, which were such a terrible, terrible idea in so many ways. But it led to an interesting discussion between my husband, daughter, and I after she read a few pages of the book when I left it lying around. We talked about different people's opinions about policies for the poor and why, at the time, some people thought the work houses were a good idea. You know, that whole idea that you can't make it too comfortable or everyone will want to live there and be a free loader. Which I don't buy because I think that generally most people want to be able to support themselves if they can. But I won't get on that soap box.
I found it interesting at the end to read about what happened to all the characters after the docks closed and the midwives and nuns were no longer needed in the area. I wondered if the television series would end after three seasons, just following her 3 books but the last few episodes have been full of things that did not happen in her memoirs so I suppose the show will go on with created content. Which I am happy about because I enjoy it.
This week has been a bit stressful but a great learning experience concerning my first fleece. Come back Friday to read all about it. I'm super excited to share!
