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Another Winner - An International Book Awards Winner to be exact!, January 17, 2011
This review is from: Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life (Paperback)
I was so sold on "Stilettos No More," I ordered nine copies to give as gifts to my friends. Being a middle aged female, I feel like I am part of a special group of women that have learned that we can either choose to laugh or cry ourselves through our adult adventures. Perhaps referring to them as "adult adventures" might bring to mind something a bit more exotic than the subjects covered in these essays, however, they are what they are.
In "Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life," the author writes essays about life events from the perspective of her hysterical alter ego Deedee Divine. She covers just about every topic that there is to cover, including life events involving parenting, grandparenting, being a wife, fitness and health, consumerism and handling the holidays. Through out the humor that is interspersed into her stories, the reader also gets the idea that underneath it all, Deedee is a devoted wife and parent. By learning to laugh at the zanyiness that she has experienced with her family, she is also a much more patient person than most parents are. By sharing her stories with us, she is also someone that brings a lot of light into the world. As I read both of her books, I found that I was not reading them alone. I had to talk to my friends about what she writes about, and a I also shared a few stories of my own with them. These stories came from memories that would pop into my mind as I read her about her experiences. I think that most readers will find themselves doing this. Many will share this book, or gift their friends and families with new copies, others will make phone calls to reminisce about memories that will undoubtably pop up. For example, my next door neighbor is currently laid up with a broken ankle. Not being able to get around easily, she and her mother read exceperts of Ms. Estill's writings to each other. She reported that they found themselves giggling and laughing the whole time.
I highly recommned that you buy this book as a gift, whether it be for yourself or someone else, it will truly be appreciated.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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Utterly entertaining reading, February 6, 2009
This review is from: Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life (Paperback)
"Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life" belongs in the collection of any library strong in humor essays. Outrageous advice on why women won't read maps, health and beauty pursuits, food and fitness, and more make for a series of hilarious comments on the human condition in a zany, fun read perfect for general lending libraries.
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TOTALLY SKEWED FUN, September 23, 2009
This review is from: Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life (Paperback)
Totally Skewed is a wonderful relaxing read with many family stories closely resembling those we all experience. Diana's wit and humorous attitude toward what could have been stressful events and worries will make you laugh out loud, and enlighten your outlook for future situations in your own life. This book is delightful in that you can leave it on your coffee table for others to read a chapter or two or you can pick it up anytime to add a little chuckle to your day. I certainly recommend Totally Skewed Guide to Life.
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