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128 Days and Counting
128 Days is a vivid and detailed account of a young couple during a cancer diagnosis and their relationship during the most difficult time of their lives. Honore and her husband, Tom, who went through chemo, an operation, and a difficult adjustment period, come alive in these pages as a loving and upbeat couple who are as familiar as your best friends. They are strong and scared, normal and quirky, determined and silly. Excerpts from the blog written during Tom’s cancer answer many questions about what it’s like to get cancer, and be a caregiver, as young adults. Honore’s raw and emotional account about every aspect of the experience, and their relationship, brings the reader fully into the magnitude of the diagnosis but what lingers is the joy, resilience, and effervescence of love.
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358 pages, Paperback
Published December 22, 2017
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Honore Nolting
1 book41 followersHonore Nolting published her first memoir in 2017 to provide a raw and in-depth look at the reality of young adult cancer, the impact on a marriage, and the power of a positive attitude. Originally from Milwaukee, WI she currently reside in the suburbs of Chicago. She enjoys watching her beloved Packers, Xavier Musketeers and the Milwaukee Brewers. In her free time she loves writing, traveling, a good glass of red wine and giving back to the world.
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May 1, 2018
I thought this was an immensely touching story of a brave young couple dealing with cancer. Inspirational!
August 29, 2020
This is a very poignant and detailed account of a young couple’s journey from the shock of a cancer diagnosis through to dealing with the aftermath of chemo, surgery, and trauma. Although the 128 days of the cancer treatment is the biggest part of this book it was the emotional roller-coaster the couple found themselves on at the end that struck a chord with me. I’d just finished The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma a few weeks ago – a book that promotes new and better ways of treating traumatic stress – so it was frustrating to read about what this couple went through with no other treatment than talk therapy and the offer of anti-depressants. I did find one thing disappointing - I couldn't get the ‘bonus chapter’ video from the author’s website to load in either Chrome or Edge.
Disclosure: I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways
Disclosure: I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways
August 2, 2020
An good and interesting read! This is the author's true experience, so it's difficult to criticize. In light of that being said, I was literally becoming agitated reading about Tom's journey after cancer. The book mainly takes you through Honore's experience, so I probably need to adjust my thinking because the book was more about her than him. BUT, he clearly needed help dealing with everything he went through. His therapy, getting a dog, etc., simply was not enough for him, and I kept thinking he needs to be on meds (whether he wanted to or not). That was my frustration. I believe his emotional well-being would have been well-served by taking meds thereby possibly shorting his struggle with PTSD and other emotions. In closing, kudos to them both in surviving this horrific ordeal and for Honore to write so honestly about their experience.
July 20, 2020
I received a copy of this book in a Goodreads Giveaway. I'm sure that writing it was very cathartic for the author, and I do empathize with what she had to go through. That said, this really wasn't my type of book, and while I did plow through and finish it, it was with a sense of relief that I was able to close the book after its final pages and move onto something that was more my style.
August 3, 2020
I must say that this book had things going against it even before I read the first page. It is 358 pages of the smallest print I've ever seen in a book. Just opening the book, my first opinion was, "OMG, are you kidding me. But I wanted to give it a chance, so I dove in. After only about 8 pages in, my eyes were begging for a break.
After some cake & coffee, I continued. But it was as laborious as pushing a bolder up a hill. I found that I was starting to just skim pages, although I was still getting the basic storyline. Don't get me wrong... I like a book with some substance. But this story is as heavy as a pair of ski pants in the washing machine. This story of facing cancer with a spouse is intense.
At the time of me reading this book, we are still in the grasp of Covid 19. And the current predictions of our outcome vary immensely. I'm already concerned worrying about the health of my family. And the timing of reading this book couldn't be worse. After skimming about 30 pages, I put it down and had no desire to continue. Game over.
I'm not saying it not a good book. All I can say is that it was not for me, no matter how hard I tried.
After some cake & coffee, I continued. But it was as laborious as pushing a bolder up a hill. I found that I was starting to just skim pages, although I was still getting the basic storyline. Don't get me wrong... I like a book with some substance. But this story is as heavy as a pair of ski pants in the washing machine. This story of facing cancer with a spouse is intense.
At the time of me reading this book, we are still in the grasp of Covid 19. And the current predictions of our outcome vary immensely. I'm already concerned worrying about the health of my family. And the timing of reading this book couldn't be worse. After skimming about 30 pages, I put it down and had no desire to continue. Game over.
I'm not saying it not a good book. All I can say is that it was not for me, no matter how hard I tried.
July 20, 2020
I received this book through a giveaway and was beyond amazed at how much of a great read it was. Being a person who has a long history of cancer and other illnesses in my family, this really gave me great perspective. A powerful true inspiring love story about a couple who chooses to make the best out of a cancer diagnosis. Great for everyone and anyone. It was leave you feeling empowered and touched! After reading it, I truly take nothing for granted and live everyday like it's my last! Highly recommend it as this is a beautiful, honest, and raw book that each reader can get some insight from it whether you are a caregiver, cancer survivor, or a person who is just interested in learning more about life and its obstacles that it throws at us and how ultimately love wins every time!
July 11, 2020
This isn't a book about cancer, it is about love. The love that this couple built long before a surprise diagnosis sustained them through the tough battle with cancer and the even tougher battle to regain normalcy afterward. If you don't like "medical stuff", don't let that keep you from reading this. There really isn't too gory or overwhelming. This is probably the sweetest nonfiction book I have ever read.
It will take a while to get through, not because it is hard to read, but because it is in the tiniest font I've ever seen in a book! So this book is more like 500 pages when you actually factor that in.
It will take a while to get through, not because it is hard to read, but because it is in the tiniest font I've ever seen in a book! So this book is more like 500 pages when you actually factor that in.
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July 26, 2018An emotional journey
It’s been a long time since a book made me this emotional. Maybe it was their story, maybe it was my own health issues and the love of my amazing hubby but I have no problems to admitting to crying throughout this memoir. It is a true love story and teaches us all that having someone by your side during the good times, and especially the bad, can have a miraculous effect when going through an illness or even just a rough patch. Very well written and I will no doubt read it again!
It’s been a long time since a book made me this emotional. Maybe it was their story, maybe it was my own health issues and the love of my amazing hubby but I have no problems to admitting to crying throughout this memoir. It is a true love story and teaches us all that having someone by your side during the good times, and especially the bad, can have a miraculous effect when going through an illness or even just a rough patch. Very well written and I will no doubt read it again!
July 21, 2020
I am so glad to have read this book. My daughter and I both had an experience with cancer last year. I had a pre-cancer of the vulva and she had stage one uterine cancer. This memoir of a couples battle with an even more devastating cancer gave me some insights into phenomena that most people are unaware of. Dealing with the year after being given a cancer free (For the moment) report and then dealing with the recovery physically and mentally. This is great book to read for anyone who has been touched by this disease, patients, caregivers, family and friends.
July 23, 2020
Thank you Goodreads for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I finished this a couple of days ago and wanted to think over my review as I just did not like most of the book.
Yes, it is a heart breaking account of when a beloved family member has a horrible diagonals of cancer, but I think the book would have moved much better if there was more science and less I love you...and love you more and endless tears.
While I would not want anyone to face this, the book could have used some heavy editing plus the type was very small. I finished but skimming helped to kept me sane.
I finished this a couple of days ago and wanted to think over my review as I just did not like most of the book.
Yes, it is a heart breaking account of when a beloved family member has a horrible diagonals of cancer, but I think the book would have moved much better if there was more science and less I love you...and love you more and endless tears.
While I would not want anyone to face this, the book could have used some heavy editing plus the type was very small. I finished but skimming helped to kept me sane.
July 30, 2018
A poignant memoir of a tough cancer diagnosis and how a young couple coped with the treatment. I think the part that covers their post treatment lives is especially valuable reading. Life can't just go back to normal without some painful adjustments to new realities.
August 17, 2020
128 Days and Counting: A 28-Year Old Caregiver’s Memoir by Honore Nolting is the story of a young couple facing cancer.
I can understand how hard it is to be a caregiver and that writing about situations like this helps. But I need to add some suggestions to help improve this book if the author ever chooses to do an updated version of this book.
First off a photo of the young couple anywhere in this book would have helped so I as the reader could connect with them. It’s a minor issue and I’m sure the website would have photos but if I’m reading a book right at the very moment I don’t want to put down my book and check out websites.
Now onto the book. Whoever chose the type should be fired. Could you use a smaller type? It hurts your eyes trying to read. This is supposed to be a book, not an eye test.
There was lots of information missing from this book such as looking back are they sure that Tom didn’t have any other symptoms? How long do they think he had cancer? What was its shape? Honore talks about it being ugly but give the reader something to visualize. How rare is this cancer? is it genetic? What are the odds it could come back? What future tests does Tom need to have? Could this have been caught sooner and so on? Medical questions I wondered about but never got the answers too.
Instead, I get a lot of ‘I love you’ & ‘I love you too’ which again is fine if you include relevant medical answers in the book. But again this book is more about Honore’s experience and not Tom’s.
I did roll my eyes at all the stuff about the fertility treatment and wonder why no one said ‘hey let’s get a sample and put it on ice before chemo’. Less than 8 weeks after his surgery they are shocked to learn they might have to wait two years before trying for a family (no one told them beforehand?) Or they are upset when they talk about the use of a donor? This just felt very rushed and it’s understandable to want to move on but reading this gives it almost an immature feel about it. I understand making plans but this is life. Nothing happens as it should.
And then you bring up politics in a book about cancer. Why is this in the book? This should never have been brought up that Donald Trump won and how the affordable care act might be changed. Not once in this book is there talk about insurance (a complicated issue in and of itself) but I want to read a book and not get hit over the head with politics. What could and could not change via insurance adds nothing to this book. Its pure speculation. Maybe the health plans would be even better. And at the end of the day what are you going to do about it? So yes this really turned me off the book in the end.
Anyway I do hope it works out for Honore and Tom in the end.
I received a copy of this book in a Goodreads Giveaway.
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I can understand how hard it is to be a caregiver and that writing about situations like this helps. But I need to add some suggestions to help improve this book if the author ever chooses to do an updated version of this book.
First off a photo of the young couple anywhere in this book would have helped so I as the reader could connect with them. It’s a minor issue and I’m sure the website would have photos but if I’m reading a book right at the very moment I don’t want to put down my book and check out websites.
Now onto the book. Whoever chose the type should be fired. Could you use a smaller type? It hurts your eyes trying to read. This is supposed to be a book, not an eye test.
There was lots of information missing from this book such as looking back are they sure that Tom didn’t have any other symptoms? How long do they think he had cancer? What was its shape? Honore talks about it being ugly but give the reader something to visualize. How rare is this cancer? is it genetic? What are the odds it could come back? What future tests does Tom need to have? Could this have been caught sooner and so on? Medical questions I wondered about but never got the answers too.
Instead, I get a lot of ‘I love you’ & ‘I love you too’ which again is fine if you include relevant medical answers in the book. But again this book is more about Honore’s experience and not Tom’s.
I did roll my eyes at all the stuff about the fertility treatment and wonder why no one said ‘hey let’s get a sample and put it on ice before chemo’. Less than 8 weeks after his surgery they are shocked to learn they might have to wait two years before trying for a family (no one told them beforehand?) Or they are upset when they talk about the use of a donor? This just felt very rushed and it’s understandable to want to move on but reading this gives it almost an immature feel about it. I understand making plans but this is life. Nothing happens as it should.
And then you bring up politics in a book about cancer. Why is this in the book? This should never have been brought up that Donald Trump won and how the affordable care act might be changed. Not once in this book is there talk about insurance (a complicated issue in and of itself) but I want to read a book and not get hit over the head with politics. What could and could not change via insurance adds nothing to this book. Its pure speculation. Maybe the health plans would be even better. And at the end of the day what are you going to do about it? So yes this really turned me off the book in the end.
Anyway I do hope it works out for Honore and Tom in the end.
I received a copy of this book in a Goodreads Giveaway.
https://theworldisabookandiamitsreade...
July 20, 2018
Honest and Raw
What an inspiring story! If you haven't done so already, grab your tissues. This book is beyond amazing with its pages full of honest, raw vulnerability. I will earn the reader that at times this book is very heavy on your heart and you'll want to take a minor break to absorb and process the information received. Honore is a powerful writer and gently leads the reader on their journey from beginning until present day with cancer. Most people have been effected by cancer in some way and we can all relate with empathy to Honore and Tom's personal situation. As you read their journey, you will feel immersed in their personal life as if you have been along for the ride with them. I would highly recommend this book to any adult who has been personally effected by cancer. As tiring as it may have been to write this book, I would love to see a follow up book or blog. As previously mentioned, when reading this highly emotional book, the reader cannot help but become enmeshed with this family. Thank you for sharing these intimate details of your lives! Many blessings for your future!
What an inspiring story! If you haven't done so already, grab your tissues. This book is beyond amazing with its pages full of honest, raw vulnerability. I will earn the reader that at times this book is very heavy on your heart and you'll want to take a minor break to absorb and process the information received. Honore is a powerful writer and gently leads the reader on their journey from beginning until present day with cancer. Most people have been effected by cancer in some way and we can all relate with empathy to Honore and Tom's personal situation. As you read their journey, you will feel immersed in their personal life as if you have been along for the ride with them. I would highly recommend this book to any adult who has been personally effected by cancer. As tiring as it may have been to write this book, I would love to see a follow up book or blog. As previously mentioned, when reading this highly emotional book, the reader cannot help but become enmeshed with this family. Thank you for sharing these intimate details of your lives! Many blessings for your future!
July 2, 2020
A very honest look into a young couple's journey with cancer, "128 Days and Counting," provides a vulnerable point of view from Honore Nolting, whose husband was diagnosed with cancer in 2015.
Thank you to Goodreads Giveaway and the publisher for my free copy of this book; the following is my honest review.
This story was very easy to get sucked into through the author's writing. I felt very connected to the couple, wanting everything to be okay along with them. It had me nervous reading along, I imagine 1/1,000,000 of what they must've felt on a daily level. While I have never been in a direct caregiver role such as Nolting, I felt it was very eye-opening to hear about her direct experiences. I think she reminds us something incredibly important which is to not take life for granted. During these times of COVID-19 I think it is a profound reminder that life is short and nothing is guaranteed, so enjoy life, and soak up every good moment you can.
Thank you to Goodreads Giveaway and the publisher for my free copy of this book; the following is my honest review.
This story was very easy to get sucked into through the author's writing. I felt very connected to the couple, wanting everything to be okay along with them. It had me nervous reading along, I imagine 1/1,000,000 of what they must've felt on a daily level. While I have never been in a direct caregiver role such as Nolting, I felt it was very eye-opening to hear about her direct experiences. I think she reminds us something incredibly important which is to not take life for granted. During these times of COVID-19 I think it is a profound reminder that life is short and nothing is guaranteed, so enjoy life, and soak up every good moment you can.
July 9, 2020
"For the curious reader... these are layers of stories that bounce back and forth around our lives, which I hope will bring you laughter, curiosity, and perhaps a new perspective."
That's me, the curious reader. I don't have cancer, I am not a caregiver to someone with cancer. I am simply a reader. I'm not a fan of non-fiction books, they've always made me feel as though I was being forced to read them for a school project or assignment. But, I wanted to expand my field of knowledge and vary the types of books I read. I was looking to get out of my comfort zone and experience something totally different. And then I won this Goodreads giveaway book which I found to be quite enjoyable, despite the subject matter. It's one that will make you laugh, cry, and just about everything in between.
Highly recommended, I loved the author's voice in the book, it was a breath of fresh air and something completely different than what I'm used to reading.
That's me, the curious reader. I don't have cancer, I am not a caregiver to someone with cancer. I am simply a reader. I'm not a fan of non-fiction books, they've always made me feel as though I was being forced to read them for a school project or assignment. But, I wanted to expand my field of knowledge and vary the types of books I read. I was looking to get out of my comfort zone and experience something totally different. And then I won this Goodreads giveaway book which I found to be quite enjoyable, despite the subject matter. It's one that will make you laugh, cry, and just about everything in between.
Highly recommended, I loved the author's voice in the book, it was a breath of fresh air and something completely different than what I'm used to reading.
July 18, 2018
Be ready for your heartstrings to be tugged, to smile a little and a reason to look at the better things. In this beautiful story Honore shares a story of survival. Cancer is the worst case scenario for so many people, and its traumatizing. It's so hard for those who are trying to take the role of care taker to not fall to the darkness of what such a disease. But through it all, Honore and Tom find reasons to smile, a reason to look for another day and then just in general find peace. Their journey is a moving one that hit me hard in the feels. We all know someone who has or is going through horrific times or even ourselves. Its how we deal with it that makes us who we are. I recommend this book to everyone who needs that bit of push and reminder that you can get through just about anything. Beautiful memoir!
May 2, 2019
Absolutely riveting!
I usually shy away from cancer-stories because I'm tired of the trite "live-in-the moment" platitudes.
Nolting begins her story with that same attitude and proves her story is different.
How?
By alternating between the past and the present, Nolting illustrates the journey of love between Tom and Honore, a love that no one ever tells you about because very few people know it exists. Their love is the love of what happens after the story ends with "happily-ever-after." I envy their relationship. Who doesn't want to be married to someone who will stick with them through life's many challenges with humor, compassion, frustration, desperation, and tenderness?
A must read for all romantics at heart!
I usually shy away from cancer-stories because I'm tired of the trite "live-in-the moment" platitudes.
Nolting begins her story with that same attitude and proves her story is different.
How?
By alternating between the past and the present, Nolting illustrates the journey of love between Tom and Honore, a love that no one ever tells you about because very few people know it exists. Their love is the love of what happens after the story ends with "happily-ever-after." I envy their relationship. Who doesn't want to be married to someone who will stick with them through life's many challenges with humor, compassion, frustration, desperation, and tenderness?
A must read for all romantics at heart!
September 10, 2020
The premise of the book is great. It just drags on forever. I think most of the back stories of their pasts do not need to be included. Also, it should have stopped at 128 days and a follow-up book could capture the following year. That way, the font could be set to a larger size that doesn’t strain the eyes. Another thing that I found unnerving was that she constantly referenced their fear of not having money to pay their mortgage; but went on trips, bought a new car, spent $1,000 on a party, bought new golf clubs, a new mattress, a new thermostat, etc. Lastly, why was there a need to include info about the Affordable Care Act when it didn’t affect your life? It seemed like a cheap shot at the president because you wanted to be petty about him being in office
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July 21, 2018
Cancer Sucks
This account of a cancer diagnosis, chemo, surgery, and events post-cancer is the first book I’ve read to accurately depict what life is like, not only for the spouse with cancer, but the care-giver also. I also was appreciative of the author’s honesty in writing about the emotional toll cancer took on her and her husband post-surgery. As a cancer survivor, I remember crying and feeling so depressed, and wondering why, when I’d been given a clean bill of health I wasn’t feeling overjoyed. This book should be a must read for everyone.
This account of a cancer diagnosis, chemo, surgery, and events post-cancer is the first book I’ve read to accurately depict what life is like, not only for the spouse with cancer, but the care-giver also. I also was appreciative of the author’s honesty in writing about the emotional toll cancer took on her and her husband post-surgery. As a cancer survivor, I remember crying and feeling so depressed, and wondering why, when I’d been given a clean bill of health I wasn’t feeling overjoyed. This book should be a must read for everyone.
April 9, 2019
I thought this book was incredibly eye-opening and surprisingly pleasant to read given the subject matter! As I don't have any direct experience in either the patient or the caregiver role, I felt that I learned a great deal from their story, particularly about all of the non-physical struggles that cancer can bring. The courage that Honore (and Tom) had to be frank and open about their lives during this season of their lives provided an exceptionally intimate recounting that will undoubtedly help serve countless other couples dealing with similar diagnoses.
June 4, 2020
So upbeat and positive, i didn't need a tissue. After reading "128 Days" I feel like I know Honore. She let us into their private world and view their struggles. This book would absolutely help others who are going through beating cancer.
July 5, 2020
A 128 day detailed account of a young couples diagnosis with cancer.
July 25, 2020
good book
September 19, 2020
I received this book as part of a Goodreads giveaway in exchange for an honest review.
As noted in several previous reviews, the font was tiny, to the point of being distracting. I almost gave up on the book before I got started, which would have been a shame since I really did enjoy the read.
The story of a young couple's struggle through a cancer diagnosis and treatment was good, however the second half of the book covering the year after being declared cancer free was VERY good. I was not expecting to hear about how difficult the aftermath turned out to be, for the Noltings and others like them. It was a perspective I needed to reflect on for a long time afterwards...and true to life, also the struggles that would continue.
This story was hopeful, but not a fairy tale. I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys a strong dose of reality.
As noted in several previous reviews, the font was tiny, to the point of being distracting. I almost gave up on the book before I got started, which would have been a shame since I really did enjoy the read.
The story of a young couple's struggle through a cancer diagnosis and treatment was good, however the second half of the book covering the year after being declared cancer free was VERY good. I was not expecting to hear about how difficult the aftermath turned out to be, for the Noltings and others like them. It was a perspective I needed to reflect on for a long time afterwards...and true to life, also the struggles that would continue.
This story was hopeful, but not a fairy tale. I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys a strong dose of reality.
August 5, 2020
This was very moving. I almost didnt read because I didn't want to cry the whole time but I'm glad I did. I actually didn't cry at all but that is not to say I wasn't moved. They have a beautiful love story, relationship and fight. I felt like I could know them, which I think is the point. It was really hard for me to not jump to the end to know what happened but I resisted. The minute I finished I went to the website. This is where I cried watching their next chapter video. I wont spoil it but please do that after reading! I would have liked pictures of them and I didn't understand the cover but none of this takes away from the book.
August 7, 2020
This is the story of a 28 year old woman, who is married for 3 years when her husband is diagnosed with stage 3 cancer at 30 years old. She must become his caregiver for his cancer journey. This is a very tough road for anyone.
The book is about love and perseverece. It shows the ups and downs of caregiving and life under these tough circumstances. Anyone who has been a caregiver will understand the journey and feel like there is someone who gets what they have gone through. If you are thinking about going into health care should read this book to understand health care from the patient's/caregiver's perspective.
I received this book from a #goodreads giveaway for an honest review.
The book is about love and perseverece. It shows the ups and downs of caregiving and life under these tough circumstances. Anyone who has been a caregiver will understand the journey and feel like there is someone who gets what they have gone through. If you are thinking about going into health care should read this book to understand health care from the patient's/caregiver's perspective.
I received this book from a #goodreads giveaway for an honest review.
July 29, 2020
The authors take the reader on a very sad, uplifting and inspiring journey throughout the book. They share so much love throughout the cancer treatment. I wish them luck and love, and congratulations for sharing their story with us.
September 16, 2020
128 Days and Counting is detailed on the emotional spectrum, and it must have been a roller coaster living it. Cancer sucks, no matter the age or circumstance. I'm glad that the Noltings have a strong support network and a rich history; it's a sweet gesture that she's giving this out for others to read too.
Nolting and I have different definitions on raw. A condensed example of "raw" to me is more like this wonderful poem. Revealing and talkative? Yes, she has that in spades. That extra bit of vulnerability is missing. Perhaps due to the constant compartmentalization throughout the book, Nolting lost me at times. Wishing that her growing self-awareness at the end expanded to practicing mindfulness for Tom's independence and her own needs.
Outside of the emotional parts, I think the remarks about insurance could have used more build up. It is mentioned yet there are no specifics beforehand so, when the disappointment regarding the Affording Care Act's gutting comes up, it feels offbeat.
While reading Nolting's meanderings stirred off and on objection in me, 128 Days and Counting is a faithful time capsule of thoughts and experiences. Appreciate preserving the memories as best as she could. It must have been therapeutic for her to write.
If you wish to read this book, get it on Kindle. The paperback has the whiffs of being self-edited and it's published with default font size (10 or 12), which does not translate well when it's printed for books. Too tiny. Had to take many breaks reading it.
Thank you, the Noltings, for sharing your (ongoing) story. Many well wishes to both of you. Perhaps Tom can write his own book to fill in the gaps?
I received the book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
Nolting and I have different definitions on raw. A condensed example of "raw" to me is more like this wonderful poem. Revealing and talkative? Yes, she has that in spades. That extra bit of vulnerability is missing. Perhaps due to the constant compartmentalization throughout the book, Nolting lost me at times. Wishing that her growing self-awareness at the end expanded to practicing mindfulness for Tom's independence and her own needs.
Outside of the emotional parts, I think the remarks about insurance could have used more build up. It is mentioned yet there are no specifics beforehand so, when the disappointment regarding the Affording Care Act's gutting comes up, it feels offbeat.
While reading Nolting's meanderings stirred off and on objection in me, 128 Days and Counting is a faithful time capsule of thoughts and experiences. Appreciate preserving the memories as best as she could. It must have been therapeutic for her to write.
If you wish to read this book, get it on Kindle. The paperback has the whiffs of being self-edited and it's published with default font size (10 or 12), which does not translate well when it's printed for books. Too tiny. Had to take many breaks reading it.
Thank you, the Noltings, for sharing your (ongoing) story. Many well wishes to both of you. Perhaps Tom can write his own book to fill in the gaps?
I received the book for free through Goodreads Giveaways.
May 26, 2021
This book is SO good & is an extremely accurate view of caregiving. It's both heartbreaking & uplifting. Anyone who wants help understanding what it's like to take care of someone in the midst of a serious illness should read this book. Anyone who is a caregiver should read this book. Anyone who has a caregiver should read this book. Everyone should read this book.
October 4, 2020
What a wonderful book. I'm on my second time through, but this time savoring the pages.
This will be surprise gifts for my reader friends. I could relate to so much in the book.
I highly recommend this as a go to book on your personal bookshelf. 128 Days and Counting
will be a keeper.
This will be surprise gifts for my reader friends. I could relate to so much in the book.
I highly recommend this as a go to book on your personal bookshelf. 128 Days and Counting
will be a keeper.
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