This is such a powerful book and yet the message is simple. Watch out for others, be kind, time is treasure. Golf is a common thread in this book Wow!
This is such a powerful book and yet the message is simple. Watch out for others, be kind, time is treasure. Golf is a common thread in this book but not for the reasons you might expect. Certainly not necessary to be a golfer to benefit from the experience and knowledge imparted. Most of all, this book celebrates relationships and the way they influence us to do good for others. ...more
Impressive story of William and Ellen Craft. The title of this book could not be more appropriate. They were determined, focused and committed to findImpressive story of William and Ellen Craft. The title of this book could not be more appropriate. They were determined, focused and committed to finding their freedom and supporting the freedom of others. They were plain people, turned activists and educators. Their journey is inspiring and one that has been brought to light through this book....more
Outstanding—heartbreaking and yet there was always hope. Meg’s memoir brings alive the facts and misconceptions about living with and advocating for, Outstanding—heartbreaking and yet there was always hope. Meg’s memoir brings alive the facts and misconceptions about living with and advocating for, individuals and families struggling to care for their loved ones. Years of research matched with her personal experiences bring insight into the advances in medical care, the systematic shortfalls in housing and the need for different support from law enforcement. The stress on caregivers and patients is immeasurable but commitment to making things better goes so far to improving outcomes.
Meg’s labor of love will take you across the emotional spectrum. I loved how she opened and closed with Mary Oliver’s poem that reflects pillars of light....more
These women were brave, but brave does not begin to describe their service and experience during the war. They were stronger than imagined, resilient These women were brave, but brave does not begin to describe their service and experience during the war. They were stronger than imagined, resilient to a fault, sensitive beyond words and demonstrated grace to humanity over and over again. I listened to the audiobook and found the multiple narrators to add depth and interest to the memories of these incredible women. I will read the companion book, Last Witnesses: An Oral History of the Children of World War II. This book deserves every bit of the 4.57 rating it has on Goodreads....more
This book was beautifully written and very informative about the inner workings of the Obama administration. Insight into personalities, roles and a sThis book was beautifully written and very informative about the inner workings of the Obama administration. Insight into personalities, roles and a shared goal to be prepared and effective in communicating with the people. Nothing is taken for granted in message management....more
I continue to be so impressed with the impact that women had on the war efforts through the military. This book has a focused view on the Navy and MarI continue to be so impressed with the impact that women had on the war efforts through the military. This book has a focused view on the Navy and Marines in the Pacific. Mary Sears is a true hero....more
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