Midlife
is a period of transition. It can be a troubled time or one full of
opportunity. Grant shares her thoughts on her experiences and the
lessons she has learned. Some of her stories are about ordinary
events while others are life altering.
I
enjoyed Grant's thoughts on getting old. I could identify with many
of her examples and emotions. Midlife is a crazy time for many women
and reading her stories helps us know what we are experiencing is not
so abnormal. Her insights are good and range from marriage and parenting issues to
the danger of comparing ourselves with others.
My
favorite part of her book was actually the beginning where she
explores the whole concept of memories. She reminds us we are not
merely the sum of our life events. Memories help us see how we've
grown and help us appreciate the blessings we have today that we
might otherwise overlook.
A
note for evangelical readers: Grant is uncomfortable with the concept
of God sending some to heaven and others to hell. “I am hopeful
that all things and all of humankind and all of creation will
ultimately be renewed by, and reconciled to, God.” (Loc. 1921/2194)
I
recommend this book to readers who are looking for some insight into
the experience of midlife. You'll have a few laughs and get some help
in making it through this time of transition.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
Jennifer
Grant is a writer, editor and speaker. A former health and family
columnist for the Chicago Tribune, she is the author of five previous
books. She is a graduate of Wheaton College and Southern Methodist
University. She is a longtime member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church
in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and lives in the Chicago area with her
husband and their four children. You can find out more at
http://www.jennifergrant.com/.
Herald
Press, 192 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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