Amanda Lindhout : (4) " The book is called ‘A House in the Sky’ because during the very, very darkest times, that was how I survived. I had to find a safe place to go in my mind where there was no violence being done to my body and where I could reflect on the life I had lived and the life that I still wanted to live. " - Amanda Lindhout " Contemplating Christmas when you are isolated and far from home brings its own unique pain. " - Amanda Lindhout " My faith in human decency was sorely tested at times during my captivity; however, after my release, I am humbly reminded that mankind is inherently good by the tremendous efforts and support of fellow Canadians. " - Amanda Lindhout " Friendships that don’t fit my life anymore have faded away, and new ones have come in. " - Amanda Lindhout