Book Review: Between the Mountain and the Sky

Now that I have read Between the Mountain and the Sky, I would love to see the documentary. Maggie Doyne's story of her gap year and mission to meet the needs of young Nepali children is inspiring. Would that every young woman identified and chased their dreams with abandon! Maggie is an extraordinary example of love's driving force for good. The number of lives she touched is probably immeasurable.

Maggie Doyne was drawn to the plight of a child banging a rock in the river in Nepal. Her dream of helping that child go to school grew into a vision for a children's home and school. With the help of Nepali friends and guides, Maggie spent her life's savings and began to tackle the dream bit by bit. When funds ran dry, she held a garage sale, sparking the attention of the media. Who knew she would end up adopting over 50 children. Over the years, her dream has been embraced by several philanthropic organizations eager to highlight her cause.

This is a deeply human story. It is not just about money thrown at a problem. Maggie invested her all into this dream. She loved, even when love cost much pain. Her story is heart-rending and motivating at the same time. Full of ups and downs, her journey is fascinating to read. If you've read the book or seen the documentary, I'd love to hear your thoughts.