From the Publisher:
You’re in the “Middle Ages”–sandwiched between the “greatest generation” and the “gimme” generations, busily juggling both with no relief in sight. Children are driving, and parents are not. Money is tight and so are your favorite jeans. And things that never ached before are beginning to give you trouble! For every baby boomer who wonders if it’s possible to navigate the Middle Ages with grace and style, Phil Callaway offers plenty of hope and a little hilarity, too. Because there’s nothing like a smile to make wrinkles less noticeable.
My thoughts:
Although I still have a few years until I enter the “middle ages” — according to the definition from author Phil Callaway — I am thoroughly enjoying Family Squeeze. I’m about halfway through and have laughed during each and every chapter. The chapters are short, so it’s easy to fit one or two in while you’re waiting in the carpool line (or waiting to see if your teen is going to make curfew) or while you’re hiding in the bathroom to get away from the noise for a minute or two. Callaway writes about everything from helping parents who are suffering from Alzheimer’s to dealing with teens begging for the car keys. And along with the humor, he offers understanding, encouragement, and a some helpful, practical tips.
Reading Family Squeeze, you’ll find yourself laughing one minute: “The thing I like about exercise is the same thing I like about banging my head against a stone wall: It feels good when I stop.” But the next minute, you’ll be nodding your head as something hits home: “I’d love to protect my children from pain, but life happens instead. And as it comes along, so does mercy and — thank God — grace.”
Family Squeeze is available from Amazon.com. But wait — I have a giveaway copy sitting right here on my shelf. If you’re interested in winning it, just leave a comment on this post, being sure to include an email address so I can contact you if you win. (U.S. and Canada shipping addresses only, please.) I’ll pick a winner on Monday.
Good Morning Katrina! How are you doing? Thank you so much for hosting the Spring Reading THing 2008! This time I’m hoping to actually complete all the steps. lol
I’d love to be entered into the drawing for “Family Squeeze”.
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Hugs,
Eden
Oooh, sounds like a good book! Count me in.
Sounds like an entertaining read. Please sign me up.
No need to sign me up. Just stopping by to say hello.
And what is it about exercise that puts us off? I’m going to think on that one today.
Sounds like a great book! Thanks for the giveaway.
Sounds like a great book.. Sign me up
Sounds interesting and what person properly addicted to reading would not want to try to win a free book?
Please include me!
This sounds really good! Count me in, please!
Please count me in! Thanks!
Oh, Gee, sounds right up my alley. Thanks for the chance to win. Gretchen
This sounds really good! Count me in!!
Right in the middle of it myself. Thanks for the contest ~ sounds like a great read to add to the someday list! Bitsy
Boy, I could use a good laugh!
Love books that make me laugh! Count me in. Thanks!
Hi Katrina~ This sounds wonderful! Please add my name to the drawing!
Sweet blessings!
Renee
Sounds like a great book! And one I might be needing soon! Thanks for the great giveaway!
beingfrugal at gmail dot com.
Me too! I love book giveaways! Thanks!
Please enter me. It sounds like a fun read!
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I enjoy reading your blog and would love to win the book. Please enter me.
Pam
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oh, I love books that have humor woven through out. Short chapters. that’s a plus too for a busy HS mom. I’d love to win this book to add to my to read pile.
I would love to win this book!
This book sounds like fun! I’d love to win it!
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A book that makes you laugh is worth winning. Please enter me.
mopsmomut[at]yahoo[dot]com
I am so right there in my life!!! (Well, actually kids are all married, but I have grandkids!) Please enter me in the drawing and I will force myself to wait until you pick a winner before I go out and buy this book!! ((HUGS))
I would love to win the book. Please enter me.
teach4life1@gmail.com
This book sounds great.
Please enter me in your drawing.
Thank you!
balix1@nycap.rr.com
Happy Easter! I am in both categories and have felt like part of the sandwich generation for awhile. I think it is partly because I got married and had my children later in life. Please enter me in your wonderful drawing. Thanks,Cindi
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I will soon be entering that generation…
taradawnrobertson at hotmail dot com
Please sign me up! Thanks so much for this opportunity!
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Great giveaway! Count me in. bebemiqui82(at)yahoo(dot)com
Enter me pleasey!!!
dansan826 at yahoo.com
sounds like a good book, especially while waiting in pick up lines for kids. Thanks
Id love to review the book and share it with teh 24/7 MOSM community http://www.247moms.com http://www.247moms.blogspot.com
my email is trisha@247moms.com
Please count me in!
nikimcn(at)hotmail(dot)com
Did you pick yet? Am I too late?
I would love to get a copy of this…my boys are 12 and 14 and I am feeling the “squueze” these days.
Thanks!
Melissa
Not sure if I made the cutoff, but I’m definitely interested in this if I did. Thanks, Katrina!
Dianne – Bunny Trails
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