Ready or not, like it or not, everything changes when your husband dies. Speaking from personal experience, Neff understands the emotional roller coaster most women experience after losing their spouse; and offers practical encouragement and advice about grieving, depression, fear, finances, relationships, freedom, flexibility, and other pertinent topics. Paperback.
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Reviewed by Lynne Caulfield (Dummerston, VT), October 13, 2009
this is an exceptional book. it is informative, practical, and encouraging from someone who has been there.
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Reviewed by Sharon Pedigo (Tinley Park, IL), April 16, 2009
I found this book encouraging in many ways. However, I felt that some of the things recommended needed quite a bit of money and that's one thing I don't have. I felt many emotions were straight on and it comforted me to know I wasn't alone. I recommend this book/
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Author: Miriam Neff
Submitted: April 30, 2009
Tell us a little about yourself. I have a new life I did not choose. But it is unfolding as exciting, rewarding, full of surprises and adventures. I can relate to people in change, crisis, and transitions, whether financial, divorce, death of someone they care about intensely, or any move. I understand. We can strengthen each other!
What was your motivation behind this project? When I became a widow, I could not find any resource to meet my needs and desires. Every thing changed in my life. Many didn't understand. Still I desired to grow in a positive way. This book is a resource that addresses so much of what we need in times of change.
What do you hope folks will gain from this project? Definitely information on everything from money to friendships, emotions like grief, depression, and anger, to courage and new faith. I trust folks will find new hope and courage rather than being stuck in ordinary and facing backwards. Married friends have told me EVERY woman should read this book.
How were you personally impacted by working on this project? Certainly this book has been part of MY healing. I've now traveled to Africa providing sewing machines to widows, thanks to my network of friends, many of whom are new on this journey as well. I feel like a wealthy, blessed woman.
Who are your influences, sources of inspiration or favorite authors / artists? Can someone mentor you by osmosis? Since my husband's departure, I realize his profound impact on me--my desire for excellence, persistence, integrity, and impact. I desire those things. He set a high standard and lived it with gentle, classic grace. "Thanks, Honey. I only remember you on the days I'm breathing."
Anything else you'd like readers / listeners to know: I trust this book comforts, informs, and brings you some chuckles. Read on!
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