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Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

August 24, 2016 By Alene Geed 32 Comments

Several Years Ago I was introduced to this delightful Dr Seuss book.  [tweet_dis_img]places you'll go book[/tweet_dis_img]

Most of you are familiar with this famous author of children’s books.

Theodor Seuss Geisel was born on March 2, 1904, in Springfield, Massachusetts. He published his first children’s book, And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, under the name of Dr. Seuss in 1937. Next came a string of best sellers, including The Cat in the Hat and Green Eggs and Ham. His rhymes and characters are beloved by generations.

I knew about many of his books of course, but this particular book was new to me. I LOVED it immediately! Every so often my copy finds it’s way to my night stand. Why?? Because ‘Oh the Places You’ll Go’ is meant for children AND adults. 

It can be read in one sitting… and it packs a wallop!

Here is the opening page of the book. It sets the tone for a marvelous journey through your life. Each page offers a treatise on life… offering hope, encouraging us to dream big and reach for the stars

[tweet_box design=”default” float=”none”]Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away!”[/tweet_box]

These words of wisdom help us get the most from our journey in life.

“You won’t lag behind because you’ll have the speed. You’ll pass the whole gang and you’ll soon take the lead.”….. “Except when you don’t. Because sometime you won’t.”

[tweet_box design=”default” float=”none”]”with our head full of brains and your shoes full of feet, you’re too smart to go down any not-so-good street.”  Dr Seuss[/tweet_box]

“So… be your name Buxbaum or Bixby or Bray or Mordecai   Ali  Van  Allen O’Shea, your off to Great Places!
Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting.  So… get on your way!”cat in the hat

 If you haven’t yet had the opportunity to read and enjoy  ‘Oh, The Places You’ll Go‘   get a copy of it today and experience the wonder this book brings.

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Comments

  1. @bizcommunicator says

    February 25, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    It also makes a wonderful graduation gift! Thanks for the reminder of this inspiring book, Alene 🙂

    Reply
  2. Celea Star says

    August 25, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    Love all the Dr. Suess books of wisdom. Little more involved than say Aesop’s Fables., but memorable and funny, that hits right to the kid in me.
    Thanks for sharing this.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 25, 2016 at 6:46 pm

      Yes they offer great tidbits of wisdom, Celea

      Reply
  3. Jill Musser says

    August 25, 2016 at 6:11 pm

    One of his BEST books, always so upbeat and inspiring!

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 25, 2016 at 6:44 pm

      I totally agree Jill. This book features great lessons for our children, but also serves as a great reminder for us as adults.

      Reply
  4. Apolline Adiju says

    August 25, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    Wow! I am tempted to go grab a copy and start reading. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 10:08 am

      Give in to temptation ?

      Reply
  5. Trisha Walker says

    August 25, 2016 at 10:00 pm

    Love, love, love it! Thanks for bringing back the memories.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 10:10 am

      You are welcome Trisha. Going to re-read it tonite?

      Reply
  6. Kristen Wilson says

    August 25, 2016 at 10:59 pm

    Oh yes.. I soooo love Dr. S… such great content.. and funny… and actually very inspirational… all the while his books are helpful and fun for kids.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 10:11 am

      He was a visionary for sure. Thanks Kristen?

      Reply
  7. Carol Rundle says

    August 25, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    I remember reading this book as a child. Sounds like to need to read it again. Thanks for the recommendation!

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 10:06 am

      It is worth the purchase. Every cent. Thanks Carol

      Reply
  8. Geniece Brown says

    August 25, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    Hi Alene,

    Love me some Dr. Seuss books too! My daughter has one in her room but I have read several including the ones mentioned in your post. ‘Oh the Places You’ll Go’ – suitable for adults – I agree!!

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 10:09 am

      Thanks Geniece?

      Reply
  9. Candess M. Campbell says

    August 26, 2016 at 11:49 am

    Your jewelry is so beautiful. When I read about Dr. Seuss I can see that the energy you put into your business is playful and lively!

    “I like nonsense, it wakes up the brain cells. Fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living.”
    ― Dr. Seuss

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 9:46 pm

      Thanks for the compliment Candess. Love your Dr Seuss quote too?

      Reply
  10. Robin says

    August 26, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    What a fun post! Love being reminded of Dr. Suess! And, yes, now I also want to get the book and curl up in a cozy corner. Might have some green eggs and ham as well!

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 9:46 pm

      Yum?

      Reply
  11. Tandy Elisala says

    August 26, 2016 at 6:24 pm

    Love it! This book was a favorite of mine to read to my kids when they were little. I appreciate the walk down memory street.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 26, 2016 at 9:47 pm

      Thanks Tandy. Most WELCOME?

      Reply
  12. Cheryl Gnad says

    August 26, 2016 at 7:11 pm

    If we only knew this when we were kids and reading this for the first/second/third time! Yes, I think I need to get a copy of my own! So much wisdom here!

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 28, 2016 at 10:05 am

      Thanks Cheryl I would have done loved to start my life with this wisdom as well. Thankfully we can use it now?

      Reply
  13. Jennifer Quisenberry says

    August 26, 2016 at 11:25 pm

    Fond memories. When I graduated from high school, I received about a dozen copies of this book. It’s such a delight!

    Reply
  14. alenegeed says

    August 27, 2016 at 10:29 am

    Wow. That’s a great graduation gift. I hope you had lots of friends to give a few of the copies?

    Reply
  15. Katarina Andersson says

    August 28, 2016 at 6:34 pm

    Nice…haven’t read it…but I might do so.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 29, 2016 at 10:02 am

      Hi Katarina. It is WORTH the read believe me.

      Reply
  16. Catherine Tatum says

    August 28, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    One of my favorite books! Love your designs as well.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 29, 2016 at 10:01 am

      Thanks so much Catherine?

      Reply
  17. Lorii Abela says

    August 29, 2016 at 1:22 am

    This is indeed ideal to share to my nephews and niece. I am sure they would love it.

    Reply
    • alenegeed says

      August 29, 2016 at 10:03 am

      Thanks Lorii
      Make sure you get a copy for yourself too?

      Reply

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