An honest personal journey!
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A great read. Once I started I couldn't put it down until chapter 25 and only then because my battery was low! I had worked briefly with Jay but didn't know the story of his career or the details of his encounter that fateful night. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us all with your Faith leading the way.
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I just finished this insight filled book!  I loved all of the personal stories of challenges and struggles which eventually led to newfound wisdom, hope and spiritual growth!  Life is a spiritual journey, that is a lot easier if we just "take out the trash!"
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This is not a typical "how to" book in the religious or spiritual genre.  Rather, it is a memoir of the authors's quest to find his way back "home" in the spiritual sense.  He tells the story with a certain authenticity and desperation that really resonated with me.  Clearly, his path and mine are not exactly the same; no two paths ever are.  Yet, his successes and failures, wrong turns and doubts, all gave me hope that I'm not alone on this journey, and that all is well.

"Pastor" Dave is a wonderful, kind and caring man who was the pastor at the church that I grew up in during much of my childhood and young adult years.  He always was open to other viewpoints and treated everyone with love, respect and dignity.  I always held him in the highest personal regard.  However, after reading his new book, I now feel like I know him as a friend and fellow sojourner on the path home.  It's a beautiful story by a beautiful human being, and one that I will treasure and turn back to for years to come.
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Some life experiences are so unquestionably singular and personal that we cannot relate to nor conjure real awareness of themnor imagine we have any genuine understanding about themunless we have lived such an experience ourselves. In this brave memoir, author Cheryl Musick nakedly attempts to chronicle her own tortured journey as the desperate parent of a daughter who is first seduced into and then stubbornly chooses a life of enslavement to hard drugs, to her and her familys consternation and demise. With more courage than most would have, Musick delivers on her promise ...to be as open, honest and vulnerable as I can in sharing the love and promise, the triumphs and setbacks, the anguish and the yearning for a new start along this journey that continues on to this day.  I have a daughter who I love with all my heart. Not only can I not begin to imagine what this experience would have been like, but I cannot imagine myself being as brave as this author in baring myself to the world about it, thus opening myself to criticism as well as embrace.  Is this writer perfect? Did she do everything right? Was she righteous and surefooted in every moment? Of course not. But such is the essence of this little book, an all-too-human account of one parents plough through this unique Hell, how it was experienced by her and her family, and how it changed everything for every person who had meaning in her daughters life. For one who relates to the parents in this story or one who might themselves be trapped in the quicksand of drug abuse, this reflection will encourage youfrom experiencethat Somehow, some way, someday, addicts and those who love them [can and] will break these chains and live the lives they are meant to live.  Obviously I encourage you to read this book. No doubt you will benefit. ~ Jim H - Boise, ID USA
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It has been said that the greatest journeys are those of the heart.  Carina Burns has written of such a journey, a very personal but in many ways universal search for identity and meaning.  With an eye for detail, she describes aspects of the many places she has visited or called home.  She has candidly described both the joys and challenges of life as a Third Culture Kid.

Thank you, Carina, for sharing your journey with us and by so doing enriching our own.
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Glenn is a classmate of mine from college so I guess I can't be totally impartial!
Crisp writing presenting an honest account of a personal journey that reads like a Le Carre novel. Get it and read it!
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"The Mom Who Took Off On Her Motorcycle, " vividly describes the ups and downs of Diana Bletter's emotional and physical 10,000 mile journey on the road to Alaska with her husband. Diana portrays the mental and physical challenges she faced with honesty, wit and humor. A good read for everyone, with special appeal for anyone who enjoys reminiscing about, is in the middle of or contemplating a turning point in his/her life. I was captivated by Diana's account of the history and scenery along the way as well as her personal revelations on this trip of self discovery. I thoroughly enjoyed taking this road trip, mile by mile, 'vicariously' through Diana's book.
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I am not a big book reader by any means...as a matter of fact I don't think I have ever read a book front to back!! I was handed this book and was just wondering what it was about. The first chapter..then the next..then the next...well before I knew it I was done with the book..I couldn't put it down!! I found that there was so much that I could relate to in every day life and it just encouraged me to keep going.
A truly honest and personal book!
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As I was reading the book, I felt as if  I was sitting across from the author having an open, honest and soul searching conversation about her life as well as mine.  I found myself on several occasions saying out loud, me too!  While my own journey on how I define God and Spirituality are not the same as Beth's,  there were still many parallels on how we deal or dealt with thoughts and feelings along our journey.

It  was refreshing the way Beth wove a lovely story by using her thoughts, experience and  intrigue for pop culture into her love and journey for a close relationship to God.
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What an enjoyable read!  I'm so glad I bought and read this book.  It is well written, draws the reader in and speaks to ones own life journey while sharing in the story of the author's journey.  I laughed, I cried, I gulped it all in.  I would recommend this book to anyone trying to sort out the journey of life and life choices.  It was honest and encouraging.
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Trust Fall is a refreshingly honest story that speaks to the sojourner in all of us.  In the telling of her story, Taryn Voget taps into life questions that everyone asks themselves: "What am I about?" "Where am I going?" "Am I doing it right?"  Each step of her journey along the road less traveled brought unique insights that made me want to join her.  It's easy to relate to Taryn's story and I can't wait to share her book with others.
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The Way Out is an engaging and genuine account of Susan Abraham's journey from financial struggle to the freedom to live a comfortable life true to her goals and aspirations.  Susan's courage, tenacity and resourcefulness, coupled with grit, spirit and drive, has propelled her to create a working formula for what can be a feasible debt solution and wealth path for many. As she shares her sometimes challenging (and humorous) story and the life lessons gathered along the way, it is inspiring to witness the culmination of the steps taken and decisions made that she now generously shares with others. Heartfelt, and chock full of step by step instructions, The Way Out may indeed provide the way out!
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A beautifully eloquent story of sorrow transformed to hope.  The honesty in this very personal account is incredible.  This book has so much to offer to anyone no matter their emotional journey in life.  The 7 steps to finding joy outlined in the book help you focus on daily choices that you can make to remain centered amidst life's challenges.  I plan on using these steps in my own life.  This book is such a blessing!  I am grateful to Vashon for her hard work and generous spirit.
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Have you ever made a decision you later came to regret? Found yourself out of favor with others? Choices we make can lead to a void between family members, loss of jobs, or can even land you in prison.

In this book, David Mike shares his journey from growing up in a Christian family to landing himself in prison, all the way to the redemption and freedom he has continued to experience today. His story is honest. Sharing the high moments as well as plenty of lows along the way. He's honest about the struggle in turning his life around. But mostly, he does a fantastic job capturing God's never ending love.

God's love is shown through love and mercy shown to him by an officer in the army, family members, employers, and even strangers.

This is a perfect read if you have ever found yourself wondering if there is any way you can turn your life around. It's a great read if you know of others who are going through rough times in their lives. You will read a beautiful story of God's love and feel hope. I highly recommend picking up this book!
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Pat opens her soul on these pages. She brings us along as she delves into her past and the experiences that have shaped her. What a journey! And what a privilege to have been allowed to travel it with her through this book.
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Greg has a very heartfelt and honest writing style and he does an amazing job of articulating what so many people are feeling -- is this all there is?  He takes the fearless plunge to step out of the normal, everyday grind for the adventure of a lifetime.  The book is authentic, funny and poignant.  It is one man's story of not letting obstacles stop him from truly living and experiencing life.  Reading it will make you feel like you took a journey too!
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I really enjoyed this book!!! Tricia did a great job detailing her life and the ups and downs she experienced while on her path towards discovering her true faith. I felt that it was honest and heartfelt. Her life story touched me deeply and I admire her for sharing her journey.