These words are so valuable.
347466
This has taught me a lot and to be grateful of what you have before you no longer have it. Definitely will be using this in my every day life and sharing it with the people in my life! Thank you!
2586048
I'm not overstating when I say that this is an important book.  There's so much wisdom in the pages. It's the relationship between Marilu and Michael, the relationship we all have with food, the relationship between how we treat our bodies and how that can lead to health and longevity, or to disease.  Lives are changed, and SAVED, when people share their experience.

Years ago when I was given my own cancer diagnosis (and 10 months to live) someone I barely knew phoned me to share her experience and it's that phone call that stopped me from potentially harmful treatments and started me on the road to the doctors and treatment plan that was right for ME and that included changing normal. I began Marilu's program soon after and I remain healthy and cancer free sixteen years after my "expiration date."

 I'm grateful that Marilu and MIchael are using their time and talents to help others. This is an interesting read, but it's also a lot more than that.  It's an investment in your health.
3787464
The words and ideas are beautifully presented, reminding me to breathe deeply and focus on their meanings.  I have enjoyed this book over weeks, set it aside for a time, and find it's words thoughtful and comforting when I pick it up again.  It has also served as a small reminder of goodness when needed.
2636252
These were not unfamiliar words to me but words that I and all people need to keep repeating to ourselves. Thanks for a well written reminders!
1274032
Though written in dictionary form, this delightful little book is worth reading cover to cover, as well as keeping around for reference. Its main virtue is its recognition, and illustration, of the fact that language is fluid and variable, that it never means exactly the same thing to others, as it might mean to us, and that meaning is something we build together. The many voices we get to hear through its pages constantly remind us that speaking and listening, also reading and writing, are profoundly communal activities that bring us in touch with others who are both like and unlike us. What's in a word then is a vibrant human community that makes and remakes itself in the coming together of its differences and the necessary adaptation to the other that is always our own meaning.
223019
The subtitle of this unique devotional is "52 Ordinary Words that Lead to an Extraordinary Life".  The subtitle speaks volumes about the content of this interesting presentation.

Generally, when I review books, I will read them, write the reviews, and relegate the books to a little visited shelf, or perhaps a box in the closet.  I can tell you however, that this book will remain on my table and will be referenced often in the months ahead.

52 weekly topics are presented in five parts for daily reading.  You spend a week on each subject.  Some important words to live by that drew my attention and interest include: Believe, choose, cherish, honor, praise, laugh, sacrifice, and persevere.  All honorable words and actions that reflect a heart yielded to the Almighty One.

The book is written cleanly, clearly, and concisely, and the reader will often find himself stopping mid-sentence or mid-paragraph to suddenly consider the weight of the words just digested.  Linda and Dalene do a marvelous job bringing us to a new level of understanding and appreciation across these 52 different subjects.

This is a new style of devotional that I like very much.  Its appropriate for all age groups and both men and women.  I do realize that this volume will more greatly appeal to women, and women will be the major audience.  I do, however, hope that my few comments on this high quality production will draw male readers as well.  Because, I'll tell you what, gentlemen.... we need to hear this stuff, and we need to get this kind of teaching in our own masculine spirits.

I highly recommend this book to all readers, and it comes with my hearty "atta girls" to both authors.  This book is available now and I urge you to pick up your copy at your earliest opportunity.

I received an advanced readers copy from the publisher in exchange for my honest and timely review.  There are no other expectations beyond said review.  This review will appear on Goodreads.com, Amazon.com, and my blog, jonreviewsbooks1.wordpress.com.
1651407
The pages of this journal are beautiful and the author leads you through various prompts gently with care. I think the most value comes from not just pondering the quote but also pairing it with reflection on the quote it is partnered with.
828143
I have a hard time keeping this book in my library as I keep giving it away, usually with a cry of "you will LOVE this!" They always do. Thanks, Malcolm, for your words and your spirit. These poems are as true as they come.
2268790
Everyone should find at least a few quotes here that speak to your soul. I highlighted quite a few, but I almost wish I had this collection in printed form  (a calendar maybe?) to make it easier to keep my favorites posted in various locations.
726758
I love the pictures and the definition of new words, as well as the roots of the words.
3441806
I love the versatility of these sayings. Usually sentiment collections will have one or two that I can use all the time, and the rest I will never use. Not in this set, however. I see myself being able to use these "Ponderings" all the time. Tim Holtz always has some good stuff!
3959498
Many of the thoughts expressed in this book are so very true and some gave me pause to think.  I believe that we can all have a deeply rewarding relationship with our love by following these suggestions.
4689148
GKC's poems are certainly beautiful, as language is capable of being (you know, rhyme and meter--the way each syllable feels in the mouth or on the ear), but what strikes me about them is not the mere sound or configuration  of the words (although they indeed sound wonderful); rather, it is the  powerful and often startling insights which they convey (Insight, I  suppose, is what we have come to expect from Mr. Chesterton).  I  wholeheartedly commend this collection to you (particularly The Last  Masquerade, A Certain Evening, and The Convert).  Good luck finding a copy.
3243186
The text is proving to be a valuable asset for this course. I love it!
2666218
I chose this rating, because you can actually live by the one sentence. Makes alot of sense as welll. I have already shared this with a couple of business partners as well.
3044843
There is so much knowledge here,  in the words of this book, but even more between the words.
Thank you Lars!
653843
SO much to feed the SOUL here - words are insufficient.  Purchase and you will not be sorry.  A collection of WONDERFUL thoughts and ideas by a woman so young yet so very INSIGHTFUL.