This is Not the Life I Ordered

Jane's Review

It is a typically nurturing thing to do - the caring of others, putting others first our own dreams on hold. This inspiring book tells stories of women who did just that and then through tragedy and loss re-discovered themselves and chose to live fully in the depth of their darkest times.

By and about these 4 women who overcame the worst that can happen. Each woman faced her life supported by the others to find her own courage, inspiring the reader to move beyond the stuck places in our own lives.

You are not alone is the heartening message here. Wise women of all ages are waiting to take your hand and hear your story.

Funny, heartwarming, tragic, loving - ‘This is Not the Life I Ordered' - has it all, even pertinent cartoons.

Full of wisdom from famous women, here are some thoughts that stay with you:

"Embrace change with gusto as a synonym for hope." Linda Ellerbee, journalist -

"Act as if it's impossible to fail," Dorothea Brandalle, poet

"A woman is like a tea bag, you don't know how strong she is until she's in hot water." Nancy Reagan - former first lady

"Reality is something you rise above." Liza Minelli, actress

"Don't block the blessings." Patti Labelle, singer

"Ultimately it is not the stories that determine our choices, but the stories we continue to choose." Sylvia Boorstein, writer

"We must be willing to get rid of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us." Margaret Mead, anthropologist

Written in the best story-telling fashion, you'll find yourself making your own lists, seeking out your own wise women friends, being willing to take wise risks, following your instincts - Youthing yourself. . The greatest power you can have is to listen to your inner voice.

This book is a gift to yourself, one I wish I'd had years earlier. This goes on my list of Youthing Essentials, my emotional fitness list, my brain health, longevity - all the ways to keep ourselves young that are essential to fully live.

There's an invitation to participate in the Wise Woman forum, share your stories, your lessons learned, your insights and connect with other women, at: www.thisisnotthelifeiordered.com.

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