A Happy Story of Adoption
Paul Jansen has written a joyous story of adoption, and he has written it as a read-aloud story. The Child in Our Hearts is a sweet story of parenting. Paul has created a story of love, and the illustrations of Kevin Scott Gierman,with their soft colors and gentle strokes, fit the bill perfectly.A beginning sight reader would be thrilled to read this book back to his or her parents, and in time, a non-reader would use the context of the illustrations to begin reading along. This book definitely offers a positive family activity together. Five Stars for this poignant book.
A Sad Story of Life Interrupted
Chris Tatevosian has written a sensitive memoir, true to his life and to his discoveries, and to his determination to share his mistakes with the purpose of helping others to avoid the same. Life Interrupted: It's Not All About Me is a book that looks like a quick read, but in fact leads readers to stop and ponder the story behind the story.This is the story of a young man's diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis, his friendships, his loves, his challenges, mistakes and regrets. Chris shares openly his love and loss, and he credits that loss to the effects MS has had on his life. He refers to the "Poor Me Attitude" and its domination of his emotions and behaviors during the time of greatest MS fatigue; afternoons and evenings are most difficult for people with MS, and they are hours usually reserved for important family time. Chris found his strengths gone during those hours, and his weaknesses limiting his ability to be loving towards those he loved most, his wife and step-son. The resulting divorce: devastating.
Chris recognizes that MS is not the only chronic condition that can cause life-changing events. Any condition that causes physical pain and emotional loss has a depressing power over an individual's choices. Chris wrote this book after realizing how his own choices may have been better controlled and could have resulted in very different outcomes in his life. His choice to share this story with others is purposeful. He wants to help others maintain control of their choices and happier outcomes. Five Stars for this honest, worthwhile tale.
Terry, thank you for taking the time to pen this wonderful review.
ReplyDeleteJust a quick update, I am doing fantastically and much improved due to the use of LDN. Low dose naltrexone has worked miracles reversing many symptoms of MS improving my life greatly.
I was remarried in March, 2018. God never ceases to amaze and provide for me. I just celebrated my first year anniversary on the 17th and am beside myself with happiness. My wife, Paola, is my most beautiful and precious gift from God.
I hope you are well Terry and thanks again,
Chris
Congratulations, Chris.
DeleteSadly, I lost the love of my life, Rick, when he passed away of an unexpected heart attack on Christmas morning, 2016. His memory and legacy will always be a part of my life, and one day I will be able to write again. Treasure every happy moment you share with those you love.
Hello Terry, thanks again for the marvelous review of my book. I need help advertising and directing those who may benefit by reading my book to contact me on Facebook or by email: duketate@aol.com or just Google Chris Tatevosian.
ReplyDeleteThanks again for the awesome review.