Tell Us About Your BOOK Blog?

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Jackie Paulson

BY Jackie Paulson @
http://getreadingnow.org
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DEE with BOOKs

Tell Us About Your Book Blog?

 

Why Did You Start a Book Blog?

 

What Kinds of Books do You Read?

And Review?

 

Genres I Do not review include:

 

 

What advice would you give new book bloggers?

 

 

 

How Do You Like Authors to Contact You?

 

 

 

EMAIL – jackiepaulson8@outlook.com (if you are interested in a review please put ATTN: REVIEW REQUEST

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Love & The Goddess by Mary Elisabeth Coen

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Jackie Paulson

“The goddess myth ties in very well with how the feminine has been suppressed in a patriarchal society, mirroring Kate’s relationship with her controlling older husband. This is emphasized when Kate unveils her hidden picture of the triple goddess, in an act of defiance at the end of chapter one. Later on Kate’s trip to Peru, the Shaman unearths further clues to whom and what the goddess represents. This theme runs parallel to the protagonist’s journey towards self-actualization. “
I am a woman whom has been divorced for over 16 years and raised my daughter alone, working three jobs to survive. Now that time has passed and she is 19, I am finally able to live life more for “me” instead of “her.”
I can relate to Kate in the story when her husband of over 20 years asks for a “divorce.” My husband walked in and gave me the wedding ring, said, “I fell out of love with you, I am leaving,” I was devastated just like the character was!
I could relate with Kate’s daughter (Julie) who is moving out on her own and the struggle to balance life when everything is turned upside-down. It’s as if I went through the AA program again, learning how to take care of me and not everyone else again! It’s hard, painful and very lonely.
If you wish to read an inspirational, thought provoking and spiritual connecting book about loss, love, and healing then this book will be for you.  Coen has a great sense of humor writing this type of fictional book that will take you on a journey but also open your eyes to new horizons that you might not of considered before.

This book has 36 chapters that will capture your heart as the author brings her wisdom and systems of healing teaching how she get through a difficult time in her life.
© 2013 Jackie Paulson

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Is College worth it?

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Jackie Paulson

Is College Worth It?  By William J. Bennett

Is COLLEGE worth it?

Is COLLEGE worth it?

I bought this book because I am in college at the age of 46!  Is it worth it?  Yes, absolutely!  I raised my daughter as a single mom before I went to college.

If you are worried about debts going into college this is a book to tell you the statistics and realities of going to college with the remaining “amount to pay when you are finished.”

If debt is your only reason for not going to college, I think you should get more than one opinion about your decision.  This book will discuss the realities of debts, unemployment, and politically charged pseudo learning are the likely outcomes.

I was impressed with the knowledge I gained but do not agree with the authors points on many things discussed.  I believe that tin the 21st century it is important to have a Bachelor’s degree for the best future employment successes.  If you have anything less than that, expectations will be less than desirable.   © 2013 Jackie Paulson

 

 

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Beyond Trauma by Victor Volkman

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Jackie Paulson

Victor R. Volkman

Victor R. Volkman

 Beyond Trauma by Victor VolkmanA great book and resource if you have experienced any trauma in your life that Victor Volkman’s book was made for your reading pleasure.  I have experienced trauma when my real mom died when I was five.  Volkman creates a pathway to deal with your feelings and how to get on with your life.

In the new book “Beyond Trauma, Conversations on Traumatic Incident Reduction, Second Edition” Volkman presents a series of conversations with a wide range of people from many different backgrounds and experiences. Each provides his or her perspective on Traumatic Incident Reduction, or TIR for short. The book explains the techniques used by professionals and patients to help people sort out, resolve and overcome the negative effects of painful suffering. Untold countless people have to deal with trauma in a wide variety of situations including Soldiers who experience war or injury, families dealing with death, chemical or substance abuse, parental neglect, child abuse.

© 2013 Jackie Paulson

Victor R. Volkman

Victor R. Volkman

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All I ever wanted was a life less ordinary by Victoria Bernadine

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Jackie Paulson

All I ever wanted was a life less ordinary by Victoria Bernadine

All I ever wanted was a life less ordinary by Victoria Bernadine

All I ever wanted was a life less ordinary by Victoria Bernadine

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you have read the Amazon book reviews you already know the story is about a woman who is in her “mid-life” crisis age.  She is in a “funk” and decided to sell everything and go on a six month road trip with a travel companion named Zeke Powell.  It’s a fast reading book which I enjoyed reading in two short days.  Maybe it’s because I can sympathize with the character as I am in the mid-life crisis myself but not going to extremes as (Rose “Manny” Mankowski).  If you want a story which brings exciting adventures, and learning how to rediscover yourself this book will appeal to you.  © 2013 Jackie Paulson

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