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How to Become a Man in 224 Pages or Less

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

Before anyone panics and dials 911..NO..I am not planning on having a sex change and becoming a man.
I love being a woman too much
But I’m raising a son so A Guy’s Guide to Life: How to Become a Man in 224 Pages or Less is a book I was definitely interested in reading so I could get some insight into my little boy’s mind as he approaches teenhood and eventually manhood.



I love the catchy title and the conversational tone of the book.
I love how the author isn’t preaching but it always feels like he’s seated right next to you having a heart-to-heart about various subjects that pertain to making the transition into a man.
Will you as a reader turn into a man after 224 pages?No.
Will you have a deeper understanding of how the male mind works sometimes?Sure.
A Guy’s Guide to Life: How to Become a Man in 224 Pages or Less is a well written book I would recommend for ALL parents with boys and for ALL boys looking for direction as they tackle this whole manhood issue.
Growing up can be a tad overwhelming so consider this book your fantastic,positive cheat sheet!

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Plan B

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Pete Wilson is a funny guy. He is also a very smart guy. It doesn’t hurt that’s he’s cute too but all that has absolutely nothing to do with his wonderful book called “Plan B – What Do You Do When God Doesn’t Show Up The Way You Thought He Would”.

That is a very tough question to answer simply because we grow up believing that God always shows up when we call Him. I mean, the guy is omnipresent so surely He has to appear when and how we need Him, right? Well, right and wrong. Does God always show up? Yes He does but (you knew there was a but in there), He doesn’t always show up in the way YOU want Him to show up or think he should show up and that’s exactly what Pete Wilson explores in his totally awesome book “Plan B”.



In the book, Pete Wilson gives real life examples of situations where God was present but not in the way the individuals wanted Him or thought He would show up. It’s frustrating but the bottom line is God was there, the whole time. I can relate to this because there have been occasions in my life where I expected God to show up in one way and He didn’t. Was I disappointed? That’s putting it mildly.

I questioned Him, I even yelled at Him but the funny thing is everything worked out just fine at the end of the day so I’m slowly learning to say “you know what God, this doesn’t make sense but I know you’re working your tail off somewhere in this situation and at the right time you will not only reveal yourself to me but you will reveal the lesson I’m supposed to take away from all this”. It hasn’t been easy trusting God and I’m a constant work in progress but I’m getting there and I know without a doubt that once you read “Plan B – What Do You Do When God Doesn’t Show Up The Way You Thought He Would”, you too will have renewed hope that even in your darkest moments God has not abandoned you, He is working tireless behind the scenes, maybe not in the way you want Him to work but He is there with you every single second.

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Friendship for Grown-Ups

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010

I confess; I’m a terrible friend. I never reply emails immediately. I very rarely pick up the phone to call anyone unless I absolutely have to and when I do pick that phone up, I’m on it for a few minutes and then it’s good bye. It’s not that I don’t care about my friends, I do. They mean the world to me but when I call someone I always think they are busy and I’m interrupting them so in my head I tell myself I shouldn’t call in the first place. I actually once spent an hour debating whether to text someone. I know – very pathetic and I ended up not sending the text so that’s an entire hour of my life totally wasted. I will never get it back.

I guess that’s why I could in a way relate to Lisa Whelchel’s “Friendship for Grown-Ups : What I Missed and Learned Along the Way”. I can totally relate with her insecurities when it comes to opening up to friends and I feel her pain when she discusses ending a friendship and the betrayal that comes with knowing a confidante spilled your secrets to everyone with two working ears.



My only beef with this book is that Lisa Whelchel paints herself so much as a whinny victim that it gets down right annoying at times. I have zero tolerance for people who play the victim card and in “Friendship for Grown-Ups: What I Missed and Learned Along the Way”, Lisa uses it excessively. Nevertheless, I did read the whole book from cover to cover and I expected a lot from it honestly but it didn’t quite deliver. It’s an okay effort from a rather smart and strong woman.

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Walk Like You Have Somewhere To Go – Lucille O’Neal

Sunday, April 11th, 2010

I know Shaquille O’Neal.
Not personally but I’ve seen him play a few times and I know about his beef with Kobe Bryant, the alleged affairs that supposedly drove him to parting ways with his wife and all the details that emerged about him in his messy divorce. I also know and really love his comedy specials. I probably know more about Shaq than Lucille O’Neal would like me to know.

Who is Lucille O’Neal?
Excellent question. I had no clue who she was either until I picked up Walk Like You Have Somewhere To Go.
Normally I wouldn’t care what a wealthy pro-basketballer’s mother had to say but something about Lucille O’Neal tag “my journey from mental welfare to mental wealth” had me curious so I dived in.

Lucille’s story is humbling.Its entertaining.Its inspiring.
I can guarantee that you will find one thing in her book that you can relate to.
You can’t help but root for her when you read the first few chapters of the her book and by the end,you’ll be on your feet giving her a standing ovation for all she has accomplished.
I could point out a whole bunch of things that impressed me about Lucille O’Neal’s life story but I especially liked the part where she gained self confidence and learned to stand up for herself.
I just added another heroine to my growing list of women I admire and her name is Lucille O’Neal.



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Lies the Government Told You

Monday, March 1st, 2010

I’ve never heard the pleasure of listening to Judge Napolitano but a friend of mine insists he is one smart man and after reading his book – Lies the Government Told You: Myth, Power and Deception in American History, I must say, I whole heartedly agree. Judge Napolitano impressed me with the combination of his knowledge of the constitution and American history and very compelling story-telling. He gives the reader the facts and doesn’t shy away when it comes to criticizing the government for its hypocrisy throughout history.



My only beef with the Judge’s book is the fact that he seems intent on creating paranoia among the masses especially when he warns the reader that reading his book could potentially make them a target for monitoring by the government. Other than it, Lies the Government Told You: Myth, Power and Deception in American History is an enlightening must read for all.

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The King and Dr.Nick

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

I’m one of 3 people in the entire world who aren’t obsessed with Elvis Presley.
I’ve never really understood what the big deal was about Elvis although I have to admit his moves impressed me.
I’m also one of 5 people who didn’t know the back story and controversy behind Elvis’ death until I picked up a copy of The King and Dr. Nick: What Really Happened to Elvis and Me.

Regardless of what you think about Dr.George Nichopoulos, you have to hand it to the man for being loyal to Elvis and staying loyal to him even years after his death. This man clearly cared a great deal about Elvis Presley and it shows in every line in his book. Its sad he lost his career in the aftermath of the King’s death but flipping through the book,you don’t detect any anger or bitterness…just an underlying tone of regret that he didn’t have the knowledge he has today.Too bad he can’t turn back the clock and re-do everything.

The King and Dr. Nick: What Really Happened to Elvis and Me is a special loving tribute from a wronged friend to Elvis Presley.In the book,the doctor gives his side of his life with and after Elvis.Whether you believe him or not,you owe it to yourself to read this book–if for nothing,to at least catch a glimpse of Elvis at his best,while performing for the adoring crowds.



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The Sweet By and By

Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

When I heard country music superstar Sara Evans had written a book,I rolled my eyes – seriously.I’m just being honest here.I know she’s an amazing singer but I didn’t think she could write.I’m glad to report back to you that not only can she write but The Sweet By and By,her collaboration with Rachel Hauck is a surprisingly entertaining page turner.

The book has a solid theme and it is well written.I can say for certain its one of those books you will read in one sitting because once you start,you wont want to put it down until the very last page.Will the book win any literature awards?No…and I doubt thats what Sara Evans was aiming for when she worked on The Sweet By and By but for a first time author,Sara Evans did a really good job and hopefully this is just the beginning of many more great stories to come.

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