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This is a discussion topic for the June 2024 Book of the Month, "Quest: Finding Freddie: Reflections from the Other Side" by Thomas Richard Spradlin

What was your favorite quote in the book?

Absolutely has to be what Ruth said at the end of the book. It was ironic and humorous. "Oy very ist mir. You should have left him."

My favorite quote form this book: "This is the actual picture of sexual slavery, and may God damn to hell the son-of-a-bitch who is exploiting this child!" It is really quite moving to me.

My favorite quote is: "Dey call me 'Snake.' You cross de 'Snake' you be gettin bit. I cut your blokkus off and use it for juju."

My favorite quote: "They call me 'Snake.'" You're getting a bit when you cross the 'Snake'. I chop off your blokkus and use it as juju."

It has to be "Oy very ist mir. You should have left him."

My favorite quote is: "They call me 'Snake.' You're in trouble when you cross the 'Snake.' I’ll chop off your blokkus and use it as juju." It’s really hilarious.

"They call me 'Snake.'" You're getting a bit when you cross the 'Snake'. I chop off your blokkus and use it as juju."

It was so funny.

One of my favorite quotes from the book is: “In the shadows of loss, we find the light of understanding.” It beautifully captures the essence of the journey through grief and discovery.

One of my favorite quotes from Quest: Finding Freddie: Reflections from the Other Side is, "Sometimes the most profound journeys are not those that traverse the world, but those that travel inward." This line resonated deeply because it encapsulates the essence of the book’s exploration of inner growth and self-discovery. Spradlin's narrative doesn’t just recount events but delves into the transformative power of introspection. This quote reminded me that the real adventure often lies in understanding ourselves better and navigating our own emotions, a theme that makes the book a compelling read for anyone seeking more than just a surface-level story.

My favorite quote from Quest: Finding Freddie: Reflections from the Other Side is, We often search for others, only to find pieces of ourselves scattered in their stories. This line beautifully encapsulates the core of Spradlin’s journey—a quest that begins with seeking another but evolves into a profound exploration of the self. It resonated deeply with me because it captures the paradox of discovery: sometimes, in looking outward, we are actually looking inward. The simplicity and truth in these words struck a chord, reflecting the book’s overarching theme of interconnectedness and the hidden mirrors in our relationships.

“‘Life’s truest quest is not in finding answers, but in embracing the unknown.’ This quote resonated deeply, capturing the book’s essence of exploration beyond the physical world.”

"In the silence of loss, we often hear the loudest echoes of love."

"Memories are the bridges that connect us to those we've lost; they are the footprints left in our hearts."

Here are two of my first-choice statements about love, grief, and the strong bonds we have with those who have passed away and are far away from us. They moved me deeply and are a powerful reflection of the difficult things we've been through.

My favorite quote was "Life is a journey, not a destination."

The quote that resonated with me the most from this book is: "This is the stark reality of sexual slavery, and may God condemn to hell the vile individual who is exploiting this innocent child!" This powerful statement evokes strong emotions in me and is truly heart-wrenching.