5 comments about Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson.

1. Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson
   Review by Richard L. Weaver II, PhD.
   
   Mitch Albom's very popular 192-page book, Tuesdays with Morrie, can be enjoyed on a variety of levels. First, if you've ever had a great teacher, it is a wonderful and touching dialog between teacher and student. Second, the philosophical insights, wisdom, and simple life lessons Morrie Schwartz, a sociology professor at Brandies University, dispenses throughout the book are excellent, basic lessons on how to live. Third, you experience, along with Albom, Morrie's declining health (he's dying from ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)), and it is an honest and straightforward lesson in how to die. Fourth, you learn from this experience that human relationships and health are more important than all the gadgets, modern conveniences, and the other trivialities that occupy our lives. Fifth, you enjoy the special connection that can take place between a spiritual mentor and a pupil. Sixth, you will be reading a book that will touch your heart in a deep and meaningful way. This is a short, inspirational book (It takes 2-4 hours to read), with the most important truth being: you learn to live by learning to die. The other truths include the necessity of devoting yourself to loving others, devoting yourself to your community, and devoting yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning. What's interesting about this book --- a type I tend to avoid, for the most part (it was recommended to me by my wife) --- is that "it lives up to all the hype!" It is a classic, and it will continue to be a bestseller for a long time. I highly recommend it.



2. This is a great book, it will get you thinking and remind you about how we all should be living. The author does a great job of making you feel as though you where there with them. I even had my 13 year old watch the movie of it, although the book is so much better, I just knew he would'nt read it.
   Thanks Morrie for sharing this with me and thanks to Mitch for bringing it to me.......



3. This book became one of my favorites ever. The story is not just about death but about life. As soon as you start reading this "Tuesdays with Morrie" you will start comparing Morrie's, Mitch's, and your life. Very inspiring. I recommended this book to many of my friends and they just fell in love. There are also YouTube videos showing real Morrie's interviews and DVD so check them out, too. Enjoy!



4. Read it, you will understand why it was on the best sellers list. Great book to read again. I always enjoy it. I love all of Mitch Albom's Books.



5. A very heartwarming read that will make you want to be there in the story. That makes you want to have experienced the story first hand and to have also met Morrie.
   It is not the happiest story in the world and is generally sad, though it is in the best way. Morrie talks about his lessons and hopefully you take time to think about what he says.

5 comments about A Child Called "It": One Child's Courage to Survive.

1. This story hits the heart, but he is able to attain a balanced life after the hardship. It would have been hard to share this story, but it is so worthwhile for the reader. I have shared the book and have adopted a child from an abusive home. He too has developed a positive way of dealing with life in contrast to his early years. It was good to share Pelzer's story with my son. Thanks Dave. People need to know what some have been able to rise above - this is the Good News. Though difficult to watch, this could have been a movie. Coming directly from the author thru the book allowed me to take the walk with him!



2. this book has a great description on the life of a child who is abused and is a great book to read if you want to know more about child abuse



3. This is the first book in a series by Dave Pelser. Excellent. I already had in my possession the other two......



4. A few years ago, I was working at my school bookstore and picked up this book for a friend who was studying psychology. I ended up reading it while waiting for my flight in the airport, and finished the book in less than 2 hours. Whether you're reading it for self-help, school, or just personal pleasure, I highly recommend it. Aside from the Left Behind Series, this is my favourite book of all time. I've read it over and over and even shared it with my mom and dad. I am so greatful that I was never treated the way Dave was, but I somehow ended up becoming him and seeing this through his eyes: I felt his humiliation, his fear, his desperation; I felt compassion and empathy for him; I cried for and with him. Sometimes I wish I could be that social worker who came and took him. It gets to me more knowing it's a true story, but that makes it all the more powerful. I hope future readers will cherish this book as much as I have and still do



5. I did not read this book to be inspired. I believe that when something is advertised as inspirational, it rarely tends to be. Unfortunately "A Child Called It" lived up to this paradox.
   
   While this account was gruesome enough to hold one's interest for the brief time it takes to read, I found the writing itself to lack the dimensions found in better memoirs. The changes in time were very abrupt yet the age of the characters or the year at which events occurred were rarely mentioned.
   
   While I admire David Pelzer for his survival and apparent adulthood success, I feel as though the book may have been better written as: "A child called 'it'" by David Pelzer WITH...(insert professional writer's name here). I also appreciate the contributions David and his book(s) have made to the awareness of child abuse. However, for me, this book raised more questions than it answered. Also, while the book is advertised as "one child's courage to survive" Dave's hatred of God and his family and peers seemed more profound and frequently mentioned then his courage.
   
   Overall, this is the sort of book one would be better off borrowing from a library than owning as it is not the kind of inspirational book one would want to reread. The inspiration is better derived from reading the about the author section after reading the book than anything the author writes within.

5 comments about Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger's.

1. Purchased for my aunt who has great grandchild w/autism. She thoroughly enjoyed the book.



2. I bought this book so I could understand my autistic granddaughter better. As it turns out, I didn't find it too helpful; however, my friend really loved it. She suspected her husband had Asperger's. She has not stopped talking about this book since I gave it to her. Her husband is reading it now. So, while it didn't help me too much, it was a wonderful resource for them.



3. Look Me in the Eye is John Elder Robison's memoir of his experiences as a person with Asperger's Syndrome. The early chapters are the most difficult to read, as Robison describes growing up in a family with alcoholism, physical abuse and mental illness. Fortunately he omits most of the more disturbing experiences described by younger brother Augusten Borrough in his memoir "Running with Scissors," but the added challenges Robinson faces because of his condition make the story even more poignant.
   
   Once Robison leaves home and slowly begins learning how to interact in a socially acceptable way, Look Me in the Eye becomes a fun and interesting read. The author's stories of being on tour with KISS and working in R&D for a toy company show what a talented person he is. Though it starts out bleak, Look Me in the Eye is ultimately a happy story as Robison is able to forgive his parents and find a wife who appreciates who he is.
   
   Purists be warned: this paperback edition was edited to make it more appropriate for the teenage audience it has found. Seek out the hardback edition if you want the swearing intact.



4. My brother is 21 and has Asperger Syndrome. I am 20 years old and have lived with my brother all my life. I love to read books about people who have autism spectrum disorders to help me "get inside his head." I thought this one did a fairly good job. I saw a lot of similarities between the things my brother would do or say and those that the author would. Even better than this book, though, is The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon. It did a phenomenal job of mirroring the way an Aspergian would think.



5. Look Me in the Eye: My Life With Aspergers is an insightful sharing by one who has this disorder. So many stories of this type are told by observers rather than the afflicted. I found this book most helpful in understanding Aspergers.

5 comments about Emergence: Labeled Autistic.

1. This was a great book! I, personally, preferred "Thinking in Pictures" because it was more about autism in general. But I purchased the books to learn more about autism and "Emergence" is more like a biography. This would be a great book for a parent of a child with autism who needed some encouragement as to the possibilities for their child. Great book. Well written. A few minor spelling errors, but it's not distracting.



2. I was really amazed how Dr. Temple Grandin grew up through this book. First time I saw her presentation on autism/Asperger's(a/A) over the net, I doubted she still has a/A because she spoke so articulately and confidently. Although I hear she seems hypersensitive to loud noises and itches caused by new clothes, I could see she has overcome some of the autistic traits such as quick-tempered behavior, temper tantrum, and any other symptoms she used to have in her childhood and teens. This is, I would say, mainly because her mother and her mentors supported her in order to help her acquire her social skills like Temple said in this book. I began to understand why she became so confident when reading Lorna King's message to Temple on p.147. In short, she wasn't an impressive speaker right from the start. It sounds real wordy or verbose, but those who understand Temple see carefully how she has changed better.
   
   Another thing that amazed me was the squeeze machine. I still have little idea how she came up with this, but it seems to help visual thinkers like her reduce a lot of stress and anxiety. I think the main reason is that visual thinkers get it intuitively instead of by verbal explanation.
   
   After all, I would like Auties/Aspies and those dealing with them to buckle down to Emergence whether or not you are familiar with animal science which Temple majors in.



3. I bought this book for a class and absolutely enjoyed reading it. Usually books assigned for classes are boring to read but I completely recommend this book. Very interesting and wonderful first hand account of Autism.



4. I enjoyed this book so much. As the mother of a daughter with aspergers and not knowing quite what to expect I hung on every word. Temple brought me into her world so beautifully. Even though no two people with autism are the same there are so many similarities. I took what I could use and still found interest in the things that didn't apply to my daughter. The world of autism has interested me since I was a child, Temple in her fun yet blunt way (so typical of aspergers!!) took me into her world. I devoured the book in a few hours. My entire family is now fighting over who gets to read the book next. Great book!!!



5. Anyone who has any contact with an autistic child should read this book. For everyone else, it is an education about this dreadful condition that has become a household word. Temple is one of those very rare people who was clearly certified as autistic, but has broken out of her cage well enough to communicate to the rest of us the inner feelings of an autistic person. Essentially, it is an autobiography detailing her hypersensitivity, temper outbursts, anxiety attacks and inability to function as a social being. Through the efforts of her mother, loving teachers, structured environments and her own doggedness, she has emerged well enough to become an acclaimed professional animal scientist.

5 comments about It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life.

1. STRENGTHS:
   
   Hard cover withstands most crashes.
   
   Quality paper repells bicycle grease better than most.
   
   Just fits in my CamelBak M.U.L.E.
   
   The ink doesn't run after riding in a typhoon, though it takes a long time to dry out the book.
   
   The ink smells of adrenaline.
   
   WEAKNESSES:
   
   Heavier than a paperback, making hill climbs more difficult.
   
   Dark blue cover is hard to see during a night ride--requiring the addition of reflective stickers or a flashing light for safety.
   
   "Hey! This book really ISN'T about the bike. Dammit!!"
   
   SIMILAR PRODUCTS USED:
   
   I graduated from an ivy league college, so I've read a couple of thousand books both for study and enjoyment. I could probably wear the maillot jaune in the Tour de Waterstone's, but I can only think of five books out of all of those that I enjoyed as much as this one.
   
   I am also an avid cyclist of both road and mountain bikes.
   
   REVIEW:
   
   For one thing, this book is SO GOOD despite that the writing doesn't come across as the work of a professional writer. Sally Jenkins managed to maintain Lance Armstrong's voice on the page, so that it mostly reads like a very long e-mail or conversation over beer with Lance Armstrong himself. You would never get this kind of personal-style expression and energy out a person in an interview, giving me the feeling that this really is a book BY Lance Armstrong with significant guidance and help by Sallie Jenkins. The ink smells of adrenaline.
   
   A couple of the chapters do read like professional writing, but it's not overdone and strengthens the readability and enjoyment of the book.
   
   I can only think of one chapter--which was entirely about the bike--that started to get boring because it was full of Lance Armstrong just blowing his own horn. On the other hand, it was kind of Mohammad Ali, "Fly like a butterfly, sting like a bee" of him, and showed the real mind of a competitive athlete. All of us who have competed in a hardcore sport on a national or international level have that attitude about ourselves, and it just serves to show that Lance Armstrong is/was no different. It served to connect all of us jerks to the one we admire the most, to evaluate our attitudes and then get a lesson from Lance Armstrong's experience of fighting for his life and his humanity rather than just fighting to win more.
   
   What makes this book really great is that it seems like it's several books, but they're all tied together well. Yeah, it is about the bike at some points, about the Tour at others, about racing, cancer, and his mother--but it's not a jumble of these things. Nor is it some junkie book about a person who just happened to catch national attention, like The Amy Fischer Story or whatever crap is out there about Tonya Harding or some of our instantly famous heros who cash in on that first fifteen minutes of fame. It's not understated, and not overstated.
   
   Will people who are not athletes or related in some way to serious athletes enjoy this book? I have no idea. Maybe they can't relate, maybe they'll like it for some other reason, but for us titans out there--in sports or business or whatever--this is a great read.
   
   What the Book of Five Rings is to teaching people how to be more competitive, this book is to teaching competitive people to be more human.
   
   BOTTOM LINE: I had to stop myself from reading this book all in one day and managed to pace myself out to five days. I'm a rather careful reader, but this was one of those books that I couldn't put down--which is unusual for me.



2. well worth a read although its a little disappointing to see that by the time i finished the book he had already left his wife (a long time before).



3. Lance Armstrong had all of the experiences and had developed all of the tools to become a great athlete and full blown narcissist. Had cancer not intervened, his views of himself and of the role of those around him might have become even more aggrandized than they did in real life.
   
   His loving and lovely wife we can see was the ultimate support mechanism, very little is spoken of what he gave to her other than the once in a lifetime chance to be with him
   
   There is a good story about dealing with cancer and how it has the potential to change one but in his case not enough.
   
   The history of the last decade has confirmed what the book foretold



4. Sorry but I agree with Badger Bob. This is a "I love Lance" book written by Lance. And a recurring problem in autobios by unexperienced writers. I have read many auto bios and I was half expecting this to be one of those greats. The Book should NOT have been titled as such. Mr. Armstrong, it took 159 pages of patience for you to crack a smile of humility, you had a chance to make this an inspirational book like "Born to Run" (some great moments). I thought It's Not About The Bike meant you ride with spirit with a certain grace. I half expected to admire cycling more as I'm an avid road cyclist. But it became repetitive. This may have to do with the fact you probably haven't read much great literature, Athlete's are busy, and rarely focus on matters of self discovery and spirituality. I hope in many years when the fame fades away and you discover yourself, THE great Lance Armstrong, who is not a cyclist but like you said, Cancer survivor, human being, and father figure, you can share words of wisdom when u finally get back on that bike at 50 yrs old and although it hurts you ride everyday like a child on his first trainer with a free spirit.



5. This book will motivate you no matter who you are or waht you do. Whether you are an athlete, student or just want to be a better person this book will make you want to do it better. Filled with inspiration, motivation and a little drama and comedy this book will work for anyone. Great read.

5 comments about A Man Named Dave: A Story of Triumph and Forgiveness.

1. A Man Named Dave is the conclusion to Dave Pelzer's trilogy, which also includes A Child Called "It" and The Lost Boy. It takes place throughout his adult life, as he joins the air force, suffers losses, starts a family, and eventually learns forgiveness and tries to move on from his tragic past.
   
   I was less than two full pages into this book when I had to go check A Child Called "It" because something didn't quite match up. Most of the feelings I had about the first and second books resurfaced while I was reading A Man Named Dave. Inconsistencies, rambling, preaching, retelling the stories of his abuse... it was frustrating. I couldn't help but get the feeling that he was repeating the stories because they are what draw people into his books. As for me, I'd had enough.
   
   Also, I get that this guy is a motivational speaker, but I really didn't enjoy the constant preaching page after page after page. I felt like he could only "just now realize" something so many times. Though I struggled through these parts, I enjoyed the rest of the book once I got through them.
   
   It really was inspirational to see how Dave had to work really hard to keep his past in the past and move on, as well as how determined he was to break the cycle of abuse. The way Dave was there for his father and the relationship he later had with is son were really interesting, but at the same time heartbreaking. Whether it's true or not, this book was worth the read, and probably my favorite out of the three.
   
   That being said, I'm glad I'm finished with the whole trilogy. I would give away the books... but I'm not sure anyone would want them after reading my reviews.
   
   Three and a half stars.



2. Product arrived before it had to and in great condition. Heart-wrenching story, but very good. Worth every page.



3. Reading how David survived his abusive childhood and became a loving and giving man in adulthood was very inspiring and it gave me a sense of peace and relief after reading "A Child Called It" and the book about his teenage years in foster homes. I would buy the first two books before reading this one and have them all before you begin because they are very fast reading.



4. Bought the books Mr. Pelzer wrote for my wife, she said they were too sad and wouldn't finish them. I'm not downing these, just relaying info to potential buyers.



5. This book is very inspirational. It goes to show that anyone with the right help and attitude can over come devistation in their life. With God all things are posible.

5 comments about Beautiful Boy: A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction.

1. As the Mother of an son also addicted to Meth this book was like reading our own story. I cried through most of it but also found a strength I thought I never had. It helped me to see I was not alone which I have felt through most of our journey. My Son is everything to me but I had to learn to say no to him and with the insight from this book I am learning. My Son is in Prison and I have prayed many nights that I find the strength to be supportive yet strong. Thank you Mr Sheff and also to your Son Nick for his book to show me I am NOT alone and that there is light at the end to this nightmare that we live through daily. I only wish I could talk to you to understand more. Thank again and God Bless you for this.
   Teresa



2. I read this book because it was a book club selection. It is not the type of book I typically read becuase, wether it is right or wrong, I don't have much patience for many of the excuses for drug addiction. In fact, I almost sat out of this month's read, but then changed my mind in the spirit of stretching my reading selections. I'm glad I did.I don't know what prevents me from giving it a five star. It passes all my 5 star tests. (1) It is well (extremely well) written. (2) My mind returns to it after I've completed it. (3) Historical aspects are well documented. (4) I learned something. But, something prevents me from it. Maybe it is the bias I mentioned at the beginning.
   
   When my youngest daughter was very young we were at a museum where the effects of smoking were demonstrated through an exposed pig's lung. It appeared to have a life-long impact on her. She still talks (at 17) about that lung. I remember thinking "I wonder what demonstration would have the same effect concerning drug use". I think drug addiction is one of the scariest ideas for any parent. As Sheff notes "First-time users are younger, teh drugs themselves are stronger, and there are many more types of drugs to abuse. Users can get their drug of choice whenever and wherever they want...In many regions of the country, overdoses have or will surpass automobile accidents as the leading cause of non-natural death." (pg 326)
   
   David Sheff, father of Nic Sheff and acclaimed journalists, takes us on a journey that chronolicles the descent of Nic into a word of a meth addict. Sheff relates the tremendous pain, fear, and betrayal felt by those who love an addict. Even with inquisitive mind of a journalist and his extensive research skills, Sheff learns what most addict parents learn: there is no sure fire way to treat an addict, particularly a meth addict. We follow the Sheff family as they try vaious programs and Nic continues to relapse.
   
   I particularly appreciated Sheff's objective reflection on the role of divorce and parents in general who are often in denial when the first signs of drug use emerge. I also learned a lot about the history of meth. I always viewed it as a fairly new drug; however, it has apparently been around since the late 1800's. The most tragic fallout of Nic's behavior is certainly his younger siblings. Reading this part broke my heart.
   
   Excellent read and highly recommended.



3. Well written. A good book to share with the teenagers who think that their actions don't effect the family.



4. It was a powerful story. A kid can get into all kinds of trouble growing up, and all a parent can really do is try to steer them in one direction or another. Help is great, but only when someone is capable of accepting it. At times it was heart wrenching, and at times it was hopeful. Overall it was a great read.



5. I bought this book on a whim not knowing anything about the author or the book. I'm glad I did because I could not put it down! It was a great book. It seemed to really give the reader an in-depth picture of what addicts' families experience--their worries, their struggles, etc. As I read the book, my heart went out to both the father, his addict son, and the other family members. I am a counselor, and I believe reading this book will help me to better understand and connect with families I work with who are battling addictions. Now I am buying his son's book ("Tweak") so I can read the other perspective. I suggest all parents of addicts and anyone who wants to know more about what it feels like to deal with an addict child read this book!

5 comments about Born On A Blue Day: Inside the Extraordinary Mind of an Autistic Savant.

1. This is a great book! I recommend it to everyone, for a little insight on the widely misunderstood world of mental health.



2. I've been teaching for 20 years so I've ran into a few students with Asperger's Syndrome over the years. I am familiar with the condition and studied it in some depth in a class in my master's program. I was hoping it would offer a little more insight and be as interesting as the video documentaries and news programs that have covered Mr. Tammet over the years.
   
   Alas, this read is not nearly as interesting as those presentations. I found myself skimming sections such as the three pages about his self-made game of solitaire and his detailed descriptions about number puzzles. What's left is okay, but in reality, how much can a twenty-something really say about himself that is that interesting? He's just started his life so there's not to include in a memoir.
   
   Embracing the Wide Sky: A Tour Across the Horizons of the Mind is his current book and it sounds like it was more like I was hoping this book would be. I'll be looking into it.



3. This book gives a glimpse into the mind of an autistic person. Because the author can articulate his feelings and experiences,I have a much better understanding of how it might feel to live with this syndrome. As a teacher who frequently encounters children with autism, it is very helpful.



4. Cheers to Daniel Tammet for sharing his intriguing life with his fellow humans. An autistic savant with mind-boggling mathematical capabilities, Mr. Tammet presents the reader with an autobiography that does a very credible job in balancing a description of his intriguing and amazing talents with an important portrait of the interior life of a high functioning autistic.
   
   Autistic spectrum disorders are usually accompanied by behavior patterns that the average person thinks of as freakish. Mr. Tammet's descriptions of the differences in the way autistic spectrum brains work go a long way towards demystifying behavior that can seem painfully odd to the general population. Born on a Blue Day's portrait of an unusual mind offers the reader the opportunity to respond differently to people with autistic disorders than he or she has in the past, this aspect of the book alone makes it a worthwhile read, though it offers much more.
   
   Indirectly, Born on a Blue Day, which Tammet uses as an opportunity to link the neuroanatomy of the brain to his specific gifts as well as his disabilities, takes a few more steps down the road towards the premise that anatomy and consciousness are synonymous. Though Tammet does not state this as a premise, his description of the known differences between savant brains and that of the more average human brain highlights how dramatically the architecture of the brain affects how we perceive and respond to the world around us.
   
   Thought-provoking but not overwhelmingly technical, Born on a Blue Day is an easy read, and one that will permanently alter the reader's perspective on differently abled minds.



5. This was an extraordinary book - extremely intersting view into the life & mind of a young man struggling to understand himself and how he fits in (or doesn't) with the rest of the world. An inspiration to many who are faced with no physical or mental challenges to see what can be done through perseverance, dedication, and dreams.

5 comments about Drinking: A Love Story.

1. This book was all over the map None of her stories made any type of timeline. She jumped back and forth and gave looooong descriptions of too many incidents . The book made no sense. Just some half asses self analysis with a few stories thrown in for variety. I would like my money back for this one!



2. A sad story that offers and heart-wrenching, truthful account on the life of an alcoholic. This book will dispell many stereotypes and give you an new persepective on the disease of alcoholism. A good read!



3. There are certainly better books to inspire or encourage a person with the disease, (A Drinking Man's Life, etc). This book was laborious. With due respect to the author, this seemed to be therapy for her vs education or help for others. As a recovering drunk, I feel there are SO MANY ways to explain the problem and the solutions w/AA. Very little offered in this book.



4. The "gift of desperation" is what this author calls what gave her the strength and motivation to quit drinking. A while ago, out of curiosity, I checked out this book from the library and never forgot it. I recently decided to add a copy of the book to my own library and I am so glad I did! It's all that I remember it being and more! It is truly an easy read and very well written. What I love about this book is that it gives me an insight into the world of someone who drinks. It helps to put a human face on the addiction of alcohol instead of a judgment call or simply seeing the addiction as a weakness in another person. I so much appreciate the author's truthfulness. I would highly recommend this book for those under the influence of alcohol-who want to break free, their families, friends and even just the curious. I've given this book as a gift and would do so again. Please consider this book if alcohol, in any way, affects your life- it's worth its weight in gold!



5. Wonderful literary tour-de-force on a difficult topic makes this confessional one of the best memoirs ever about alcoholism. Just when you think things can't get worse, the author ends her chapters by noting things such as it took her five more, ten more etc, years before she finally quit. A great read all around.

5 comments about Thorn in My Pocket: Temple Grandin's Mother Tells the Family Story.

1. As a parent of a son with autism I was very excited to read what Temple Grandin's mother had to say! I really appreciated that she was so open and honest about her fears, hopes, ups and downs. It amazed me that she had such great insight to what her daughter needed when (at that point in time) society usually forgot about autistic people. I loved the book and if she ever writes another, I'll buy that too!



2. a few excellent pages on parent dealing with autism.. then becomes a generic life story



3. This book is a well written book that is easy to read but renders great information on Aspergers. it reads like a novel but is a true story of Temple Gradin and her Mother. I would highly recommend it to anyone who has an interest in this area but it is a gift to parents who are dealing with raising a child with Autism in general and Aspergers specifically. As a teacher Temple helped me to understand this atypical world and her mother touches me with her story and the impact on her life.



4. I have read several books on families that have a least 1 child that is autistic and this is no different. The only thing, i found interesting is that this mother seemed to be more invovled with her child and encourged her then just pushing away.



5. I like this book. It is extremely well written and expressed. I love reading life stories and hers is brilliant. You can pictures her words in your mind. Thoroughly recommended.