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Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer and her Parable of the Tomato Plant
Marsha Roberts was never afraid to be bold because she knew if she stumbled, angels would catch her. She had a secret formula for happiness: a connection to God that seemed almost magical. For decades, angels and miracles had worked for her better than a credit card with no limit.
All of that changed seemingly without warning. They called it The Recession of 2008, but like millions of other people, it was in-your-face personal to Marsha. She was on the verge of losing everything. But worst of all, in the frantic pursuit to keep her head above water, she felt her sense of self, her own personal magic, slip away. And one thing she knew for sure, if she was going to get her family through this crisis, she had to become a sassy, mutinous gal again. The big question: how?
There were clues in the oddest places: in a tomato plant and a Barbie doll, in an ICU and a frozen windshield, in the Alaskan sun and a Mediterranean piazza. Even in her dog Smokey. She had to discover the key to what it all meant so she could find her way back. Back to that magical and powerful connection to herself and to God. Everything she had fought for and believed in was at stake.
Marsha has a way of capturing the essence of spirituality in her deeply personal stories that is honest and thought provoking. Her style of writing makes you feel as if you're with a trusted friend, sharing coffee and life lessons.
All of that changed seemingly without warning. They called it The Recession of 2008, but like millions of other people, it was in-your-face personal to Marsha. She was on the verge of losing everything. But worst of all, in the frantic pursuit to keep her head above water, she felt her sense of self, her own personal magic, slip away. And one thing she knew for sure, if she was going to get her family through this crisis, she had to become a sassy, mutinous gal again. The big question: how?
There were clues in the oddest places: in a tomato plant and a Barbie doll, in an ICU and a frozen windshield, in the Alaskan sun and a Mediterranean piazza. Even in her dog Smokey. She had to discover the key to what it all meant so she could find her way back. Back to that magical and powerful connection to herself and to God. Everything she had fought for and believed in was at stake.
Marsha has a way of capturing the essence of spirituality in her deeply personal stories that is honest and thought provoking. Her style of writing makes you feel as if you're with a trusted friend, sharing coffee and life lessons.
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Marsha's book is available in print, as an ebook and audiobook. The paperback and ebook can be found on most online bookstores. The audiobook is available through Amazon and iTunes.
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An unflinching look at the life of a Baby Boomer woman told with heart, humor and charm. Roberts grapples with the question: how do you keep the twinkle in your eye and the sass in your walk as you get older? The unique way she finds the answer has been described as "Funny, touching and inspirational" ~ "Heart tugging and heart warming" ~ "Delightful!"
Roberts takes the reader on a captivating journey where real life collides with real miracles. With stories ranging from candidly intimate to wonderfully adventurous, each chapter or parable uncovers a piece of the puzzle. And as it comes together, the picture that emerges reflects Roberts' life-affirming belief in God, the essential ingredient in her secret formula for happiness.
A charming and uplifting read, Marsha's style of writing makes you feel as if you're with a trusted friend, sharing life lessons over a cup of coffee.
Marsha's book is available in print, as an ebook and audiobook. The paperback and ebook can be found on most online bookstores. The audiobook is available through Amazon and iTunes.
Kindle, Paperback and Audible audiobook: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007H0RS60
Other links are on her website.
FACEBOOK:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Marsha-...
An unflinching look at the life of a Baby Boomer woman told with heart, humor and charm. Roberts grapples with the question: how do you keep the twinkle in your eye and the sass in your walk as you get older? The unique way she finds the answer has been described as "Funny, touching and inspirational" ~ "Heart tugging and heart warming" ~ "Delightful!"
Roberts takes the reader on a captivating journey where real life collides with real miracles. With stories ranging from candidly intimate to wonderfully adventurous, each chapter or parable uncovers a piece of the puzzle. And as it comes together, the picture that emerges reflects Roberts' life-affirming belief in God, the essential ingredient in her secret formula for happiness.
A charming and uplifting read, Marsha's style of writing makes you feel as if you're with a trusted friend, sharing life lessons over a cup of coffee.
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May 2, 2013
Can a professed atheist enjoy reading an inspirational memoir? If the book is Marsha Roberts’ "Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer and her Parable of the Tomato Plant", the answer is a resounding “yes.”
Marsha believes in angels, miracles, and a divine master plan. I believe in random chance. Ordinarily I might not have picked up a book with “Parable” in the title, but I have come to know and like Marsha through our Boomer Lit group on Goodreads, and her book was chosen as our monthly read. I’m glad it was. Marsha has had such an interesting life, and she tells her story so well, that I found myself delighting in her memoir, even while I remained skeptical of her conclusions. (And she describes some occurrences that I can’t possibly explain in scientific terms!)
"Mutinous Boomer" held my interest through Marsha’s rebellious childhood and her various careers as nurse, film editor, salesperson, and producer of "Letters from the Front," “The World’s Most Decorated Play.” Marsha battles major health and financial issues but comes out on top due to her faith and her philosophy, “Choose to be happy.”
The tone is conversational, never preachy. Marsha’s vibrant personality and sense of humor are ever present, making "Mutinous Boomer" fun to read. Marsha looks back on her experiences with the wisdom of a present-day Boomer. Her quest for self-understanding is therapeutic for her and exemplary for the reader.
This particular reader may not believe in God, but I believe in Marsha Roberts and her entertaining book.
Marsha believes in angels, miracles, and a divine master plan. I believe in random chance. Ordinarily I might not have picked up a book with “Parable” in the title, but I have come to know and like Marsha through our Boomer Lit group on Goodreads, and her book was chosen as our monthly read. I’m glad it was. Marsha has had such an interesting life, and she tells her story so well, that I found myself delighting in her memoir, even while I remained skeptical of her conclusions. (And she describes some occurrences that I can’t possibly explain in scientific terms!)
"Mutinous Boomer" held my interest through Marsha’s rebellious childhood and her various careers as nurse, film editor, salesperson, and producer of "Letters from the Front," “The World’s Most Decorated Play.” Marsha battles major health and financial issues but comes out on top due to her faith and her philosophy, “Choose to be happy.”
The tone is conversational, never preachy. Marsha’s vibrant personality and sense of humor are ever present, making "Mutinous Boomer" fun to read. Marsha looks back on her experiences with the wisdom of a present-day Boomer. Her quest for self-understanding is therapeutic for her and exemplary for the reader.
This particular reader may not believe in God, but I believe in Marsha Roberts and her entertaining book.
March 23, 2013
The use of the word "parable" in the title, is very apt. It's what I took away from this collection of stories about the author's life, that the stories were parables, in that they are inspirational and there is much use of symbolism to represent a concrete narrative. I always believed that God is less hands-on than Ms. Roberts, but who am I to say what is the truth and what is not? It works for her. These stories teach that miracles really do happen.
The book is beautifully written, very personal, and once I got used to the nature of the parables, I found myself thinking, could this really work? Could this work for me too? It is uplifting, even though some of the stories are not about uplifting subjects, like family and financial problems, serious illness and death. No matter what the nature of the story, there is always a message, and it is concisely represented and easily understood.
Each story holds a meaning, or reinforces the author's belief in miracles. We all would like to believe such things happen, and reading this book written by a woman who so firmly does believe, is encouraging and enlightening. Ms. Roberts stresses that happiness is a decision, not something that merely happens to us. I won't forget that part. These are words I would be wise to listen to.
The author's voice comes through, in a consistent, forthright manner, as fragments of her life are depicted and the message she took from them. Two of my favorites were The Parable of Smokey in the Storm and The Parable of the Hummingbird. They each have a special message, delivered through the dog and the bird, that I found delightful.
If you believe in miracles, or if you don't and you would like to, read this book.
The book is beautifully written, very personal, and once I got used to the nature of the parables, I found myself thinking, could this really work? Could this work for me too? It is uplifting, even though some of the stories are not about uplifting subjects, like family and financial problems, serious illness and death. No matter what the nature of the story, there is always a message, and it is concisely represented and easily understood.
Each story holds a meaning, or reinforces the author's belief in miracles. We all would like to believe such things happen, and reading this book written by a woman who so firmly does believe, is encouraging and enlightening. Ms. Roberts stresses that happiness is a decision, not something that merely happens to us. I won't forget that part. These are words I would be wise to listen to.
The author's voice comes through, in a consistent, forthright manner, as fragments of her life are depicted and the message she took from them. Two of my favorites were The Parable of Smokey in the Storm and The Parable of the Hummingbird. They each have a special message, delivered through the dog and the bird, that I found delightful.
If you believe in miracles, or if you don't and you would like to, read this book.
April 22, 2013
In a series of stories she calls parables, Marsha Roberts reports what happens as she consistently refuses to take "no" for an answer. Even disappointments morph into satisfaction as she doggedly navigates life with a self generated "twinkle in her eye" and says "yes" to opportunities she learns to recognize. The narrative is compelling as Roberts argues for emancipation from ordinary expectations. It is from the ordinary that she launches "mutinous" plans which take her around the world and even to a seat in the Pentagon. Want to shore up you own optimism for rewarding outcomes? This "Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer" is worthy of your attention; plus: it's a every entertaining read.
January 25, 2013
Well told story - or a series of stories. I found this book spiritual in an unusual way, but also really entertaining. The writer's voice is very personal - like you are sitting in a comfortable den with a fireplace, listening to her tell her tales. But they are obviously real, sometimes moving, sometimes whimsical. Frankly, I've never read anything quite like it. I would recommend it to anyone who would like to read an uplifting book with a solid message of faith in the real world. Even if you aren't a Boomer.
August 1, 2014
I was fortunate enough to receive a copy of this audiobook in return for an honest review. I think I got the best end of the deal! Yes, I'm a boomer myself and so I certainly identified with Marsha in many ways. I've read many biographies and autobiographies of famous folks in my time, and of course, they're impressive.
What I appreciated about this story was that in many ways I felt I could BE Marsha, and so what she did and how she accomplished what she did impressed me all the more!
First of all, listening to this book is so much fun. It's narrated by a dear friend of hers who was on this journey with Marsha. Her enthusiasm and zest for grabbing hold of opportunity even when a crazy amount of faith is required comes shining through in her voice in a way that I don't think my inner reader voice would have done.
I found myself laughing out loud, saying "Oh, yes, I've been there", and looking forward to every minute I could spare to listen to this book, for both the fun and the more challenging times of Marsha's life.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever had to step out in faith and do difficult things; to those who value good friends and family; to those who are inspired by ordinary people doing extraordinary things; to those who have ever enjoyed a show at a military base anywhere in the world; to everyone, really!
There really is a tomato plant and a parable, too!
What I appreciated about this story was that in many ways I felt I could BE Marsha, and so what she did and how she accomplished what she did impressed me all the more!
First of all, listening to this book is so much fun. It's narrated by a dear friend of hers who was on this journey with Marsha. Her enthusiasm and zest for grabbing hold of opportunity even when a crazy amount of faith is required comes shining through in her voice in a way that I don't think my inner reader voice would have done.
I found myself laughing out loud, saying "Oh, yes, I've been there", and looking forward to every minute I could spare to listen to this book, for both the fun and the more challenging times of Marsha's life.
I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever had to step out in faith and do difficult things; to those who value good friends and family; to those who are inspired by ordinary people doing extraordinary things; to those who have ever enjoyed a show at a military base anywhere in the world; to everyone, really!
There really is a tomato plant and a parable, too!
November 18, 2013
Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer: And Her Parable of the Tomato Plant
by Marsha Roberts is an astounding work of literary genius. I freely admit to being a baby boomer and have had my mega ups and downs, but what separates me from Marsha is her life-affirming belief in God and that God is there for her every step of the way, even when someone has removed the last few steps and is waiting for her to fall. Marsha uses her unique voice and sense of humor, which I may add is wonderfully spread throughout the book, to send us on a fantastic journey, her private journey that we call life, full of heartfelt sorrow, uplifting joy and miracles that helped her overcome the dark moments in her tumultuous life.
Each chapter or parable is so entertaining and full of faith, brimming with Marsha's soul to the point I had tears streaming down my face on more than one occasion, only to find myself laughing a few pages further. What might have been a mundane story of every day life has been transformed into a documentary worthy of an Oscar.
I highly recommend this FIVE STAR family drama to everyone who might find there is more to life than just living it. A must read.
April 1, 2014
Marsha Robert's book with a very long title combines two things I cannot resist: personal stories and inspiration. Stories distilled from an amazing life ever rising to breathtaking new challenges, shedding the cloud of a childhood mired in parental criticism, becoming a nurse first and then a nurser of souls, with an intermezzo in show business. The inspiration is hands-on, greasy nuts and bolts, Faith-in-Action 101. The take-home is waking up to my dream, a bigger dream than I could have dreamed. It's scary and wonderful. Roberts constantly shows how providence always has something up it's sleeve, something mind-blowingly better for us than what we imagine and mutinously cling too. Another take-home was the notion that darkness exists by default; it's up to you and me to kindle light via our words and deeds. Guaranteed you will find in this boisterously written, humor-laced Guide to Living Better just what you're seeking and need to hear most.
July 2, 2014
"An Auditory Treat!"
What made the experience of listening to Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer the most enjoyable?
This is a charming book which is even more touching when you hear the story. I loved it!
What was one of the most memorable moments of Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer?
For me, the story of the author's dog, Smokey, who trusted her as she led him through a storm. This complete faith and devotion parallels the author's journey and trust through the storms experienced during her own lifetime.
What does Della Cole bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Giving the book a voice gives it an extra texture. Her narrative involves you in the story. You feel as if you are involved in a conversation, not listening to a story.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
“The fact is, I was born an incurable dreamer, which is in and of itself fundamentally rebellious. No status quo for me. Waiting just around the next corner was something better, I was certain of it.” I was immersed in the story from this point at the beginning of the book.
What made the experience of listening to Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer the most enjoyable?
This is a charming book which is even more touching when you hear the story. I loved it!
What was one of the most memorable moments of Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer?
For me, the story of the author's dog, Smokey, who trusted her as she led him through a storm. This complete faith and devotion parallels the author's journey and trust through the storms experienced during her own lifetime.
What does Della Cole bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Giving the book a voice gives it an extra texture. Her narrative involves you in the story. You feel as if you are involved in a conversation, not listening to a story.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
“The fact is, I was born an incurable dreamer, which is in and of itself fundamentally rebellious. No status quo for me. Waiting just around the next corner was something better, I was certain of it.” I was immersed in the story from this point at the beginning of the book.
March 26, 2013
This book is a more than a collection of memories; it is almost a how-to book on positive thinking. Like most of us, the author had experienced the good and bad in life and learned lessons, but she has a unique ability to make the connections, see the parables, and recognize the miracles when they happen. Some are big miracles, like a defrosting windshield just in time to avoid disaster, and some are small, like a word of encouragement at just the right time or the visit of a hummingbird, but these miracles have shaped her life and allowed her to touch the lives of countless others. The writing style feels as though she were sitting on the porch with the reader, sharing her stories. I recommend this inspirational book.
April 22, 2013
Of course, since I wrote it, I'm a little biased! But I would like to take this opportunity to quote the review I received on April 9, 2013 by Kirkus Reviews:
"Roberts strings together a series of autobiographical vignettes in her debut inspirational memoir.
The belief that anything is possible is something many people lose as they grow older. For Roberts, however, this belief always finds a way to resurface, even in bleak circumstances. Each short chapter of her memoir focuses on a single experience or lesson. Some of her experiences are quite extraordinary—such as the life-changing vision she claims to have received from God, detailed in “The September 13th Parable”—but others are fairly commonplace, like the story of her dog, Smokey, who trusted Roberts completely as she led him through a storm. The extraordinary stories highlight what Roberts sees as the miraculous nature of life, while the ordinary ones ground the overall narrative and make it believable. The author’s life hasn’t always been easy; she had a difficult relationship with her mother, a divorce and numerous financial struggles. Instead of dwelling on these negatives, however, Roberts uses them to illustrate how each circumstance opened the door for something magical: healing the rift between her and her mother, meeting the love of her life and finding unexpected solutions to her financial problems. Her voice is conversational, not stilted or academic, with a clear, uncluttered style that makes her memoir an easy, casual read. Moreover, she portrays many moments with a light touch, particularly when she speaks about faith-related matters, such as the power of prayer. At one point, she writes, “I know God always hears me when I pray. And I know I’m the happiest, the most peaceful with myself when it’s a two-way conversation, when I’m listening.”
An optimistic look at the magic of life."
Thank you Kirkus Reviews! I love the last sentence! Grand!
"Roberts strings together a series of autobiographical vignettes in her debut inspirational memoir.
The belief that anything is possible is something many people lose as they grow older. For Roberts, however, this belief always finds a way to resurface, even in bleak circumstances. Each short chapter of her memoir focuses on a single experience or lesson. Some of her experiences are quite extraordinary—such as the life-changing vision she claims to have received from God, detailed in “The September 13th Parable”—but others are fairly commonplace, like the story of her dog, Smokey, who trusted Roberts completely as she led him through a storm. The extraordinary stories highlight what Roberts sees as the miraculous nature of life, while the ordinary ones ground the overall narrative and make it believable. The author’s life hasn’t always been easy; she had a difficult relationship with her mother, a divorce and numerous financial struggles. Instead of dwelling on these negatives, however, Roberts uses them to illustrate how each circumstance opened the door for something magical: healing the rift between her and her mother, meeting the love of her life and finding unexpected solutions to her financial problems. Her voice is conversational, not stilted or academic, with a clear, uncluttered style that makes her memoir an easy, casual read. Moreover, she portrays many moments with a light touch, particularly when she speaks about faith-related matters, such as the power of prayer. At one point, she writes, “I know God always hears me when I pray. And I know I’m the happiest, the most peaceful with myself when it’s a two-way conversation, when I’m listening.”
An optimistic look at the magic of life."
Thank you Kirkus Reviews! I love the last sentence! Grand!
January 24, 2014
"Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer: And Her Parable of the Tomato Plant" by Marsha Roberts is a very moving and entertaining read.
In over 30 short stories Roberts takes us through her life: The good times and the bad; challenges to her family, such an accident to her sister, family issues that need to be resolved, her own physical, personal and professional set backs.
What makes these stories special is the author's spirit throughout them. Never the whiner, moaner or victim the book is full of motivation, determination and faith in herself and in the God she believes in.
The stories are written in a voice I loved listening to, not just because I can relate to so many references to the times and situations mentioned.
Roberts memoirs to me are an encouragement to believe in yourself, to have faith and to make the most of your potential. Her God is helpful and kind and should not offend the sensitivities of agnostic readers. The inspirational message that shines through her life story is above religion, the tone is warm, loving and pleasantly understated and most of all, it is a very enjoyable and pleasant read.
In over 30 short stories Roberts takes us through her life: The good times and the bad; challenges to her family, such an accident to her sister, family issues that need to be resolved, her own physical, personal and professional set backs.
What makes these stories special is the author's spirit throughout them. Never the whiner, moaner or victim the book is full of motivation, determination and faith in herself and in the God she believes in.
The stories are written in a voice I loved listening to, not just because I can relate to so many references to the times and situations mentioned.
Roberts memoirs to me are an encouragement to believe in yourself, to have faith and to make the most of your potential. Her God is helpful and kind and should not offend the sensitivities of agnostic readers. The inspirational message that shines through her life story is above religion, the tone is warm, loving and pleasantly understated and most of all, it is a very enjoyable and pleasant read.
April 26, 2013
Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer by Marsha Roberts is a remarkable book of a person’s spiritual and personal growth. Each chapter unveils a portion of Marsha’s struggles through life and her affirmation of spirituality.
A skilled story teller, Marsha deals with faith and God, and the reader never feels that they’re being preached to. Instead, the author lets us inside her most personal thoughts and feelings about her mother, husband, children and the struggles that life provides. She does so in such an accomplished manner that I couldn’t wait to read about the next chapter in Marsha’s life.
I highly recommend Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer. Whether you’re struggling with faith yourself, or not, you’ll enjoy how Marsha dealt with hers.
A skilled story teller, Marsha deals with faith and God, and the reader never feels that they’re being preached to. Instead, the author lets us inside her most personal thoughts and feelings about her mother, husband, children and the struggles that life provides. She does so in such an accomplished manner that I couldn’t wait to read about the next chapter in Marsha’s life.
I highly recommend Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer. Whether you’re struggling with faith yourself, or not, you’ll enjoy how Marsha dealt with hers.
December 22, 2013
A Charming and Uplifting Read
I loved this book. I bought it because I was sucked in by the determined expression on the face of the little girl on the cover. Even though it was clear the stories had a Christian message and I am not a Christian, I liked the idea of a memoir in bite sized chunks that I could read in my coffee breaks between tasks.
Well once I started, it was such an easy read and I felt such a connection with Ms. Roberts and her unshakable belief that she would endure because her God was watching over her, I kept going to the end in one sitting.
The stories that resonated most with me were the ones about her struggle to get her theatre production, “Letters From The Front” financed and on the road to perform for the American troops at home and abroad. And the letters and messages she received telling how much they appreciated it.
I thought it was a charming and uplifting read and would recommend it to anyone who does not actively dislike hearing a religious message.
I loved this book. I bought it because I was sucked in by the determined expression on the face of the little girl on the cover. Even though it was clear the stories had a Christian message and I am not a Christian, I liked the idea of a memoir in bite sized chunks that I could read in my coffee breaks between tasks.
Well once I started, it was such an easy read and I felt such a connection with Ms. Roberts and her unshakable belief that she would endure because her God was watching over her, I kept going to the end in one sitting.
The stories that resonated most with me were the ones about her struggle to get her theatre production, “Letters From The Front” financed and on the road to perform for the American troops at home and abroad. And the letters and messages she received telling how much they appreciated it.
I thought it was a charming and uplifting read and would recommend it to anyone who does not actively dislike hearing a religious message.
December 19, 2012
I downloaded this to Kindle on my Smartphone - a word of advice...don't read this in a public place unless you're comfortable with public displays of emotion. More than once I had to choke back tears (and I'm a guy!) while reading this excellent book. Marsha Roberts takes you on a roller coaster ride through her amazing life that will inspire you with its deep insights and raw emotions. Her experiences presenting the play "Letters From The Front" to military audiences worldwide will make you swell with pride for our country and the men and women who defend our freedoms. Bravo! Everyone should read this book.
September 1, 2013
This is a highly inspirational read, told in a warm voice full of life and optimism. Indeed, the optimistic note is struck right from the start and keeps ringing throughout the book and through the recounting of the sadder and more tragic events, like the loss of the author's mother or the sudden death of her best friend. These are less "confessions" (in that sense the title is a little misleading) than a string of well-chosen parables (and here the sub-title is spot on). Those parables are really high points or events in the author's life that have held a particular meaning, more like allegories. In fact, she sees in the major events marking her life as a "baby boomer" allegories of a higher power, of God. This is a deeply religious book, one that will uplift you: recommended reading if you are going through difficult times of your own|
Out of each event, the author draws comfort and re-affirmation of the power of Almighty God. And manages to do so in a chatty voice, overflowing with love. You find yourself led into another world of strong faith and unshakable trust that in the end, no matter what happens, things will turn all right. The closing paragraphs tell it all, when the author writes: "I know that faith and love and joy are the keys to unlock the miracles God has already put in place for us. So I'm determined to be full of all three of them. It's my job." Indeed, Marsha Roberts has made it her job to be full of faith, love and joy and we, her readers (at least I am speaking for myself) are thankful to her for doing so and being the person she is. She concludes: "I can't see through the fog, but God can and that's good enough for me". That's a very powerful image...
On another level, I was fascinated by the so very American "can do" approach displayed in this book: nothing ever seems to get Ms. Roberts down and if she does go down on her knees, it's to pray, not to bend over. That's not part of her vocabulary nor even a possibility! She even managed to overcome the pain of getting her home foreclosed, losing it and having to relocate in record time - a devastating drama for most people. Remarkable dynamism and optimism, so very American and no doubt one of the reasons why the US is now slowly coming out of the 2008 Big Recession while Europe is still deep in it.
Out of each event, the author draws comfort and re-affirmation of the power of Almighty God. And manages to do so in a chatty voice, overflowing with love. You find yourself led into another world of strong faith and unshakable trust that in the end, no matter what happens, things will turn all right. The closing paragraphs tell it all, when the author writes: "I know that faith and love and joy are the keys to unlock the miracles God has already put in place for us. So I'm determined to be full of all three of them. It's my job." Indeed, Marsha Roberts has made it her job to be full of faith, love and joy and we, her readers (at least I am speaking for myself) are thankful to her for doing so and being the person she is. She concludes: "I can't see through the fog, but God can and that's good enough for me". That's a very powerful image...
On another level, I was fascinated by the so very American "can do" approach displayed in this book: nothing ever seems to get Ms. Roberts down and if she does go down on her knees, it's to pray, not to bend over. That's not part of her vocabulary nor even a possibility! She even managed to overcome the pain of getting her home foreclosed, losing it and having to relocate in record time - a devastating drama for most people. Remarkable dynamism and optimism, so very American and no doubt one of the reasons why the US is now slowly coming out of the 2008 Big Recession while Europe is still deep in it.
June 7, 2014
Yes, you're going to like this book even if you're a guy and even if you're not a boomer. A great book is a great book and it doesn't matter if you're a mongoose or a duck-billed platypus. So if you're neither of these, but are a guy, even if you haven't attained boomer status yet, or even if you have, you're going to find this book a terrific read.
Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer (if this title isn't long enough for you, it actually continues on) is a book of universal truths told from the heart of a woman who has faced down many adversities through her faith in God and her belief in herself. Ms. Roberts has taken the lessons she learned in the process and woven them into a compelling narrative that keeps you flipping pages as if you were reading a best selling thriller.
Actually it IS a bit of a thriller and the fact that it's all true gives it a powerful punch. The ring of truth is very loud, especially the chapters recounting her time spent with the men and women in America's Armed Services across the globe while producing the long-running play “Letters From the Front.” Before that she was an award winning film editor and an operating room nurse. She's a wife and mother too. She knows of which she speaks.
Now she's a writer and clearly a damn good one too. As a guy who doesn't like to be lectured or preached to, much less condescended to, I appreciated that Ms. Roberts never does any of these things. Each chapter, sometimes referred to as parables, are related in a friendly and very personal tone that makes you feel like she's sitting in the room with you. She's good company.
Don't be surprised if you see yourself in many of these stories. You will be moved, inspired and always entertained. I know I was. Highly recommended.
Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer (if this title isn't long enough for you, it actually continues on) is a book of universal truths told from the heart of a woman who has faced down many adversities through her faith in God and her belief in herself. Ms. Roberts has taken the lessons she learned in the process and woven them into a compelling narrative that keeps you flipping pages as if you were reading a best selling thriller.
Actually it IS a bit of a thriller and the fact that it's all true gives it a powerful punch. The ring of truth is very loud, especially the chapters recounting her time spent with the men and women in America's Armed Services across the globe while producing the long-running play “Letters From the Front.” Before that she was an award winning film editor and an operating room nurse. She's a wife and mother too. She knows of which she speaks.
Now she's a writer and clearly a damn good one too. As a guy who doesn't like to be lectured or preached to, much less condescended to, I appreciated that Ms. Roberts never does any of these things. Each chapter, sometimes referred to as parables, are related in a friendly and very personal tone that makes you feel like she's sitting in the room with you. She's good company.
Don't be surprised if you see yourself in many of these stories. You will be moved, inspired and always entertained. I know I was. Highly recommended.
April 12, 2013
Confessions of an Instinctively Mutinous Baby Boomer is an inspirational memoir, taking us through the life and trials of the author starting with her being put out of Kindergarten, through marriage, divorce and remarriage, and years of working in media production.
The book is written in parables, short tales with a message. There were times I thought I could be reading Norman Vincent Peale's "The Power of Positive Thinking," but on a very personal level. One of the passages I underlined in my Kindle version touched me deeply:
"Without a sun generating light, space is darkness. And in our lives, if we don't make the effort to produce light within ourselves, darkness will prevail. That's why sometimes it's easy to slip into depression. We have to work to stay positive and full of joy."
There were times in her life when she had to deal with illness, her mother's, her son's, and her own. And it was that positive force, blocking out all negative thoughts, that helped her to survive.
The book is written in parables, short tales with a message. There were times I thought I could be reading Norman Vincent Peale's "The Power of Positive Thinking," but on a very personal level. One of the passages I underlined in my Kindle version touched me deeply:
"Without a sun generating light, space is darkness. And in our lives, if we don't make the effort to produce light within ourselves, darkness will prevail. That's why sometimes it's easy to slip into depression. We have to work to stay positive and full of joy."
There were times in her life when she had to deal with illness, her mother's, her son's, and her own. And it was that positive force, blocking out all negative thoughts, that helped her to survive.
March 30, 2013
Marsha Roberts walks us through her life by giving the reader snapshots of her vivid memories. But they are more than memories, they are events that provided life lessons for her, and now through her writing, for us. While each event, or parable as she refers to them, can be appreciated separately, it is in the aggregate of these parables that Marsha paints the entire canvass of her life, her experiences, and the lessons learned while growing up in the 50s and 60s, and then into her adult life.
Growing up during this period myself, the events she described rang true with me. It was a trip down memory lane for this baby boomer, and I am sure for many others.
This novel was recommended as the "book of the month" for an author's reading group where I'm a member. The genre and subject matter is not something I would normally seek to read, but was glad I did. It was refreshing, insightful, and a great change of pace from detective suspense novels. I recommend you check it out.
Growing up during this period myself, the events she described rang true with me. It was a trip down memory lane for this baby boomer, and I am sure for many others.
This novel was recommended as the "book of the month" for an author's reading group where I'm a member. The genre and subject matter is not something I would normally seek to read, but was glad I did. It was refreshing, insightful, and a great change of pace from detective suspense novels. I recommend you check it out.
August 31, 2013
There are only a handful of books that I have ever read that are as moving as this book. I wanted to rate it a 10. The greatest writers in this world are those people who have the courage and the insight to reach way down inside their souls to describe their lives and their spiritual journey. Gifted writers are able to use self deprecation and humor in an entertaining way to allow us into their hearts. Marsha Roberts has all of these qualities. I was astounded at the many similarities in our lives, being at the top of our game and then being at the bottom of our game. But that is the essence of our two books, as very similar mutinous baby boomers. If we think we are in control, life is indeed, just a game. Money, fame and worldly success is an illusion in the end.The real answer is in our eternal faith in God, in discovering love, bravery, joy and hope. Great Book! From Stephen B. Satterwhite, author of "True Stories from a Baby Boomer"
January 4, 2014
Instinctive and Mutinous it is indeed!
It’s a full blooded book written by a full blooded woman who has lived a full blooded life and will continue to do so until her last breath. It’s fast paced and witty and makes you smile as you read along.
The author’s philosophy can be summed up brilliantly in her own words:
“I cultivated an environment in my patio garden that would attract the hummingbird and make him want to return. The red and purple and yellow and white blossoms were my welcoming mat for him.
What an enticing invitation. Come on in, you’ll love it here! And I realize I have to create an atmosphere in my life to encourage the magic inside of me to re-emerge. I have to throw the door wide open with the bright and fragrant blossoms of laughter and enthusiasm.”
It’s peppered with wisdom, well written, well edited and worth going through. Highly recommended to one and all.
It’s a full blooded book written by a full blooded woman who has lived a full blooded life and will continue to do so until her last breath. It’s fast paced and witty and makes you smile as you read along.
The author’s philosophy can be summed up brilliantly in her own words:
“I cultivated an environment in my patio garden that would attract the hummingbird and make him want to return. The red and purple and yellow and white blossoms were my welcoming mat for him.
What an enticing invitation. Come on in, you’ll love it here! And I realize I have to create an atmosphere in my life to encourage the magic inside of me to re-emerge. I have to throw the door wide open with the bright and fragrant blossoms of laughter and enthusiasm.”
It’s peppered with wisdom, well written, well edited and worth going through. Highly recommended to one and all.
April 20, 2013
At first I was put off by the title, since Boomers are by definition a mutinous generation when viewed from the perspective of prior gens. But I enjoyed this story ... stories. A parable indeed ... parables. This is the sort of book that I like: real, inspirational, witty. Well done.
January 10, 2013
What a wonderful, way of approaching Life and Living with humor. This is a fun read. Like Marsha's style in writing .
October 20, 2014
Once you get the title, you’ll understand the lovely and lively book that Marsha Roberts has written about the ups and downs of her life. I’ve never met Marsha, but after reading her memoir of parables, I feel as if she’s one of my dear friends.
The book is uplifting—more so than any other thing I’ve read lately—and inspiring. She’s the master of the positive spin, but in a way that makes me feel, “Hey, I can do that! I can create miracles in my life. I can have a faith that is visible and tangible.”
I loved so many things about the book that I’ve bookmarked pages and will use them as my nudge to stop feeling sorry for myself when things don’t always go right. Ms. Roberts writes, “I also believed in miracles. Not as some remote ethereal possibility, but as a real part of my life.” I started remembering the miracles of my life when I read that. I decided those are the times I want to use as my touchstones.
Her story about her father “fixing” the figurines that she had painstakingly made for the people she loved broke my heart in one way, but also showed me that anything can be fixed. Her honesty about her relationship with her mother is another heart breaker until that relationship is eventually “fixed” as well. Maybe it wasn’t done in the way we’d prefer, but we don’t get to choose the way in which our miracles occur.
She shares a profound statement made by her husband Bob that has resonated with me weeks after finishing the book. He tells her during at time of crisis in their lives, “darkness exists by default; light has to be generated.” Just as the sun generates our daylight, it’s up to each of us to step out of the darkness or nothingness into the light, even if we have to generate it each and every moment when we rise.
That’s what this book does—it makes me giddy with joy that I am the one who generates the light in my life, and as Ms. Robert proclaims at the end of the book, “Miracles are inevitable.”
The book is uplifting—more so than any other thing I’ve read lately—and inspiring. She’s the master of the positive spin, but in a way that makes me feel, “Hey, I can do that! I can create miracles in my life. I can have a faith that is visible and tangible.”
I loved so many things about the book that I’ve bookmarked pages and will use them as my nudge to stop feeling sorry for myself when things don’t always go right. Ms. Roberts writes, “I also believed in miracles. Not as some remote ethereal possibility, but as a real part of my life.” I started remembering the miracles of my life when I read that. I decided those are the times I want to use as my touchstones.
Her story about her father “fixing” the figurines that she had painstakingly made for the people she loved broke my heart in one way, but also showed me that anything can be fixed. Her honesty about her relationship with her mother is another heart breaker until that relationship is eventually “fixed” as well. Maybe it wasn’t done in the way we’d prefer, but we don’t get to choose the way in which our miracles occur.
She shares a profound statement made by her husband Bob that has resonated with me weeks after finishing the book. He tells her during at time of crisis in their lives, “darkness exists by default; light has to be generated.” Just as the sun generates our daylight, it’s up to each of us to step out of the darkness or nothingness into the light, even if we have to generate it each and every moment when we rise.
That’s what this book does—it makes me giddy with joy that I am the one who generates the light in my life, and as Ms. Robert proclaims at the end of the book, “Miracles are inevitable.”
September 30, 2013
This is a memoir with each chapter devoted to significant times in the author’s life. It is a retrospective, a looking back, at the situations and events that have made her who she is today.
Confessions is categorised as Boomer literature but I’m not sure. My understanding of the genre is that the principle character or characters are boomer agers in the present day and the story is an exploration of how they are looking ahead and coming to terms with aging and pursuing a worthy life after retiring from their lifetime career. But Confessions, as I say, is the author reminiscing about her life and what brought her to this point. Therefore, is it Boomer literature? I’m not going to angst about it, it’s a nice read in its own right.
I always wonder when reading memoirs how the author, in revealing the intimacies of their own lives, reconciles the revealing of other people’s, often family members, intimate details. I imagine that they ask for and are given permission. I pose that question because this one does contain such revelations.
Most chapters recall a different event or episode in Robert’s life but several, from chapter 13, follow her through 15 years from the idea and creation of a play Letters from the front she and her husband eventually took on tour to US military bases throughout the world. It became known as ‘The world’s most decorated play’ and if the passion they so obviously poured into it has anything to do with it I can understand why it became such a success.
Confessions is a straightforward memoir, candid, full of warmth and caring. Roberts’ faith that God will show the way shines through. Each parable engenders an emotional response be it a lump in the throat all the way through to a smile.
Simply and sincerely told I found it an easy, at times heart-tugging but heart-warming, read.
Confessions is categorised as Boomer literature but I’m not sure. My understanding of the genre is that the principle character or characters are boomer agers in the present day and the story is an exploration of how they are looking ahead and coming to terms with aging and pursuing a worthy life after retiring from their lifetime career. But Confessions, as I say, is the author reminiscing about her life and what brought her to this point. Therefore, is it Boomer literature? I’m not going to angst about it, it’s a nice read in its own right.
I always wonder when reading memoirs how the author, in revealing the intimacies of their own lives, reconciles the revealing of other people’s, often family members, intimate details. I imagine that they ask for and are given permission. I pose that question because this one does contain such revelations.
Most chapters recall a different event or episode in Robert’s life but several, from chapter 13, follow her through 15 years from the idea and creation of a play Letters from the front she and her husband eventually took on tour to US military bases throughout the world. It became known as ‘The world’s most decorated play’ and if the passion they so obviously poured into it has anything to do with it I can understand why it became such a success.
Confessions is a straightforward memoir, candid, full of warmth and caring. Roberts’ faith that God will show the way shines through. Each parable engenders an emotional response be it a lump in the throat all the way through to a smile.
Simply and sincerely told I found it an easy, at times heart-tugging but heart-warming, read.
October 20, 2012
A very enjoyable read from an author who has lived an idiosyncratic life.
January 7, 2015
A highly spiritual memoir that will inspire and amaze!
I rarely read memoirs but this book drew me like a magnet. I’m one of those people who believe in the power of serendipity and as such, I often feel that sometimes a book will choose me and not the other way round. As it happens, this amazing memoir landed on my hands at a time when I needed it most, when my brain felt fried from over-working and from lack of free time to just be, reflect on my life and where it’s going.
From the word go, I found common ground with the author’s account of her childhood as I also felt uncomfortable at home as a child, owed to a very critical and strict parent. Marsha’s account of reconciliation with her mother later in life as a result, really played at the heartstrings. However, this book goes a lot further than that and is not solely an account of mother-and-daughter problems. For me, the book simply took off once Masha introduced her husband Bob Rector in the book, and the difficulties they encountered on the financial front as a married couple. At some point, Marsha found herself at the start of a new career where she felt unsure on her feet and yet, owed to the strength in her heart and her unwavering faith, she succeeded remarkably.
Teaming up with her husband Bob Rector, a gifted director and author, Marsha soon wound up in the Pentagon pitching a theatre show that could entertain the US troops around the world. Thanks to Marsha’s persuasion skills and personal charisma, the show, Letters From the Front, got to tour the world and the book tells some amazing, and very touching tales from this tour.
I have to be honest here. Some of Marsha’s reflections that are recorded in places may strike some people as odd. The author is obviously highly spiritual and a strong believer in God and His amazing ways. In this sense, this book may be the wrong choice for an atheist or even an agnostic, however, I feel that even in this case this book will not offend as its accounts don’t preach about Jesus and generally do not read like a Christian book that shoves it all down your throat.
I read this book exactly for what it is, and although I am not big on the Christian Church, I have a strong faith in God and so, enjoyed it immensely as a set of inspiring tales from the life of a very special person. Marsha Roberts sees life through the amazed eyes of a child and for that, she remains incredibly blessed. Only a child will expect results with a faith that cannot possibly be broken, no matter how hard things may seem, just because they want this thing so much that no other eventuality can ever enter their mind as possible. And that is, in my eyes, the secret at the heart of this delightful author. This is how Marsha and her amazing husband Bob, have worked out all these little miracles in their lives. This is how they went from uncertainty to professional success, and from poverty to a stable, safe home environment for them and their offspring.
I recommend this book highly to anyone who has hit a hard spot in life and needs guidance. The tales in this story, will inspire and amaze you and they will also remind you that anything is possible, as long as you have the faith to believe it enough and the will to take action. Well done, Marsha Roberts!
I rarely read memoirs but this book drew me like a magnet. I’m one of those people who believe in the power of serendipity and as such, I often feel that sometimes a book will choose me and not the other way round. As it happens, this amazing memoir landed on my hands at a time when I needed it most, when my brain felt fried from over-working and from lack of free time to just be, reflect on my life and where it’s going.
From the word go, I found common ground with the author’s account of her childhood as I also felt uncomfortable at home as a child, owed to a very critical and strict parent. Marsha’s account of reconciliation with her mother later in life as a result, really played at the heartstrings. However, this book goes a lot further than that and is not solely an account of mother-and-daughter problems. For me, the book simply took off once Masha introduced her husband Bob Rector in the book, and the difficulties they encountered on the financial front as a married couple. At some point, Marsha found herself at the start of a new career where she felt unsure on her feet and yet, owed to the strength in her heart and her unwavering faith, she succeeded remarkably.
Teaming up with her husband Bob Rector, a gifted director and author, Marsha soon wound up in the Pentagon pitching a theatre show that could entertain the US troops around the world. Thanks to Marsha’s persuasion skills and personal charisma, the show, Letters From the Front, got to tour the world and the book tells some amazing, and very touching tales from this tour.
I have to be honest here. Some of Marsha’s reflections that are recorded in places may strike some people as odd. The author is obviously highly spiritual and a strong believer in God and His amazing ways. In this sense, this book may be the wrong choice for an atheist or even an agnostic, however, I feel that even in this case this book will not offend as its accounts don’t preach about Jesus and generally do not read like a Christian book that shoves it all down your throat.
I read this book exactly for what it is, and although I am not big on the Christian Church, I have a strong faith in God and so, enjoyed it immensely as a set of inspiring tales from the life of a very special person. Marsha Roberts sees life through the amazed eyes of a child and for that, she remains incredibly blessed. Only a child will expect results with a faith that cannot possibly be broken, no matter how hard things may seem, just because they want this thing so much that no other eventuality can ever enter their mind as possible. And that is, in my eyes, the secret at the heart of this delightful author. This is how Marsha and her amazing husband Bob, have worked out all these little miracles in their lives. This is how they went from uncertainty to professional success, and from poverty to a stable, safe home environment for them and their offspring.
I recommend this book highly to anyone who has hit a hard spot in life and needs guidance. The tales in this story, will inspire and amaze you and they will also remind you that anything is possible, as long as you have the faith to believe it enough and the will to take action. Well done, Marsha Roberts!
June 15, 2014
Of course, since I wrote it, I'm a little biased! But I would like to take this opportunity to quote the review I received on April 9, 2013 by Kirkus Reviews:
"Roberts strings together a series of autobiographical vignettes in her debut inspirational memoir.
The belief that anything is possible is something many people lose as they grow older. For Roberts, however, this belief always finds a way to resurface, even in bleak circumstances. Each short chapter of her memoir focuses on a single experience or lesson. Some of her experiences are quite extraordinary—such as the life-changing vision she claims to have received from God, detailed in “The September 13th Parable”—but others are fairly commonplace, like the story of her dog, Smokey, who trusted Roberts completely as she led him through a storm. The extraordinary stories highlight what Roberts sees as the miraculous nature of life, while the ordinary ones ground the overall narrative and make it believable. The author’s life hasn’t always been easy; she had a difficult relationship with her mother, a divorce and numerous financial struggles. Instead of dwelling on these negatives, however, Roberts uses them to illustrate how each circumstance opened the door for something magical: healing the rift between her and her mother, meeting the love of her life and finding unexpected solutions to her financial problems. Her voice is conversational, not stilted or academic, with a clear, uncluttered style that makes her memoir an easy, casual read. Moreover, she portrays many moments with a light touch, particularly when she speaks about faith-related matters, such as the power of prayer. At one point, she writes, “I know God always hears me when I pray. And I know I’m the happiest, the most peaceful with myself when it’s a two-way conversation, when I’m listening.”
An optimistic look at the magic of life."
Thank you Kirkus Reviews! I love the last sentence! Grand!
"Roberts strings together a series of autobiographical vignettes in her debut inspirational memoir.
The belief that anything is possible is something many people lose as they grow older. For Roberts, however, this belief always finds a way to resurface, even in bleak circumstances. Each short chapter of her memoir focuses on a single experience or lesson. Some of her experiences are quite extraordinary—such as the life-changing vision she claims to have received from God, detailed in “The September 13th Parable”—but others are fairly commonplace, like the story of her dog, Smokey, who trusted Roberts completely as she led him through a storm. The extraordinary stories highlight what Roberts sees as the miraculous nature of life, while the ordinary ones ground the overall narrative and make it believable. The author’s life hasn’t always been easy; she had a difficult relationship with her mother, a divorce and numerous financial struggles. Instead of dwelling on these negatives, however, Roberts uses them to illustrate how each circumstance opened the door for something magical: healing the rift between her and her mother, meeting the love of her life and finding unexpected solutions to her financial problems. Her voice is conversational, not stilted or academic, with a clear, uncluttered style that makes her memoir an easy, casual read. Moreover, she portrays many moments with a light touch, particularly when she speaks about faith-related matters, such as the power of prayer. At one point, she writes, “I know God always hears me when I pray. And I know I’m the happiest, the most peaceful with myself when it’s a two-way conversation, when I’m listening.”
An optimistic look at the magic of life."
Thank you Kirkus Reviews! I love the last sentence! Grand!
April 5, 2013
Just not my kind of book!
I think the author is an excellent writer, but I just didn't find it inspirational. I thought sometimes the stories were a little over the top. While the stories encouraged us to have a faith in God, I thought most of the things that were written about were things that, for me, not that difficult. And maybe I misunderstood, but to borrow the money from friends for a down payment to buy a house? Not a wise financial decision.
I think that we can have a faith in God, but the true test comes when times are really tough. How well do we embrace our faith when life has thrown at you what seems insurmountable circumstances or all consuming grief? For me, personally, it isn't the light moments (or fleeting decisions) that really encouraged me, it has been in the depths of my despair that I have cried out to God, and He has carried me through. It has been the extremely tough times that my faith has been tested, and God has come through for me.
I found Jaycee Dugard's book, A Stolen Life, to be much more inspirational. If you are looking for a light read, then this is the book for you!
I think the author is an excellent writer, but I just didn't find it inspirational. I thought sometimes the stories were a little over the top. While the stories encouraged us to have a faith in God, I thought most of the things that were written about were things that, for me, not that difficult. And maybe I misunderstood, but to borrow the money from friends for a down payment to buy a house? Not a wise financial decision.
I think that we can have a faith in God, but the true test comes when times are really tough. How well do we embrace our faith when life has thrown at you what seems insurmountable circumstances or all consuming grief? For me, personally, it isn't the light moments (or fleeting decisions) that really encouraged me, it has been in the depths of my despair that I have cried out to God, and He has carried me through. It has been the extremely tough times that my faith has been tested, and God has come through for me.
I found Jaycee Dugard's book, A Stolen Life, to be much more inspirational. If you are looking for a light read, then this is the book for you!
February 19, 2015
What can I say about this terrific book? I loved the author’s outlook on life. The author tells stories, parables, about different times in her life. Some are funny, some are sad, and some are funny and sad all at the same time.
The author’s sense of humour comes through in every word. Her personality leaps off the pages and I found I liked both her personality and humour. Her bravery at times had me laughing and shaking my head. I would never have the nerve to do some of the things she has done.
My favourite story is the one where Marsh Roberts decides she will produce corporate theatre. She just put her hand up and said, “I could do that!” No. She had no idea what corporate theatre was. I see this story as showing the author’s spirit and I liked it. You have to read it to find out how the first script she presented went down. I’m chuckling even now as I remember it.
Now for those who shy away from anything God related, Marsha Roberts does believe in God, but it is not a book about God, this book is about the author.
The author’s sense of humour comes through in every word. Her personality leaps off the pages and I found I liked both her personality and humour. Her bravery at times had me laughing and shaking my head. I would never have the nerve to do some of the things she has done.
My favourite story is the one where Marsh Roberts decides she will produce corporate theatre. She just put her hand up and said, “I could do that!” No. She had no idea what corporate theatre was. I see this story as showing the author’s spirit and I liked it. You have to read it to find out how the first script she presented went down. I’m chuckling even now as I remember it.
Now for those who shy away from anything God related, Marsha Roberts does believe in God, but it is not a book about God, this book is about the author.
January 5, 2014
An Infectious Journey
Picture this: you’re sitting across from the author. You’re in a cozy room, a steady fire glowing, wine-filled goblets or cocoa-filled mugs (whatever your proclivities) handy, and you’re listening to a friend reminisce about her life. As you sip your drink, you hear all about her less-than-desirable ‘Master Avoidance’ family dynamics, her early need to explore, her failed first marriage, her nursing experience, her bout with a serious illness, her entrée into the film world, followed by her successful marriage to and admiration and adoration for her second husband, greatly enhanced by a rich life with their two children.
Now, picture this: Marsha Roberts’ “Confessions of a Mutinous Baby Boomer” is a great collage—a funny, poignant, inspirational, highly readable journey with, as an added plus, really catchy chapter titles! It’ll get you thinking…. A definitely recommended read!
Picture this: you’re sitting across from the author. You’re in a cozy room, a steady fire glowing, wine-filled goblets or cocoa-filled mugs (whatever your proclivities) handy, and you’re listening to a friend reminisce about her life. As you sip your drink, you hear all about her less-than-desirable ‘Master Avoidance’ family dynamics, her early need to explore, her failed first marriage, her nursing experience, her bout with a serious illness, her entrée into the film world, followed by her successful marriage to and admiration and adoration for her second husband, greatly enhanced by a rich life with their two children.
Now, picture this: Marsha Roberts’ “Confessions of a Mutinous Baby Boomer” is a great collage—a funny, poignant, inspirational, highly readable journey with, as an added plus, really catchy chapter titles! It’ll get you thinking…. A definitely recommended read!
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