Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

Here’s a little personal fact you might be surprised to hear: I didn’t read my first Dr. Seuss book until I was 18. At the time, I was in New York with my stepdad, Gene Johnson. I had just graduated high school and on my way to university, with some months in between.

While helping him reorganize the bodega (the storage room), he pulled out a worn copy of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! (1990). We sat down and read it together.

Georgia's version Oh, the Places You'll Go! was a gift from our friends, Dan, Jenn, Morgan, and little Audrey. It is a beautiful party edition with a sparkly cover. This morning, as the sun is daring not to shine, I laid down and read this joyful and honest tale of what life entails. Georgia stared at all the colours and shapes and I felt goosebumps, page after page... and here’s a beautiful video of Oh, the Places You’ll Go! being read at Burning Man 2011.

It’s full of desert dust, heart, and emotion.

m.

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Book: Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Words & Pictures by: Dr. Seuss
Published: 1990, Penguin Random House
What it’s about: A whimsical and wise celebration of life's journey—its highs, lows, and everything in between.
Themes: Change, Growth, Adventure, Resilience
Recommended Ages: 4+ (also beloved by graduates of all ages)
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