How Does She Do It?: 101 Life Lessons from One Mother to Another [Hardcover]

Sheila Ellison (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 30, 2004

How many times have your kids said, "You never listen to me!"? Or a fellow parent alarmingly asked, "You let your kid do what?" Now, Sheila Ellison reminds moms what all the hard work is for. With themes ranging from "Laugh Now, Clean Up Later" to "Bathing Suit Blues" and "The Compliment Cure," Sheila's common sense and warmth shine through in this companion for moms of all ages.

When the laundry looms, the carpool calls, or the fourth-grade science project is due, mothers need a reminder that the nonstop whirlwind of parenting offers some very special rewards: love, joy, laughter, and devotion. Filled with anecdotes that are profound, funny, wise, and witty, How Does She Do It? is like having a conversation with a best friend.

Editorial Reviews

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“…the book features anecdotes of all types, from the profound and funny to the wise and witty.” (--Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) )

“Reading Ellison’s book is like getting a Vitamin C boost ...Suddenly, the day seems brighter and life more sane.” (--Alameda Times-Star )

“[O]ffers essays that are short, common sense and inspirational but not sentimental…easy for the most harried mom to draw on for comfort and understanding.” (--Hartford Courant (Connecticut) )

“...a refreshing collection that can be read straight through or dipped into for quick encouragement.” (--Chattanooga Times Free Press (Tennessee) )

“Ellison’s common sense and warmth let you know that you’re a better mother than you think you are.” (--Asbury Park Press )

About the Author

Sheila Ellison is the author of nine books; founder of the non-profit organization, Single Moms Connect; host of her own talk radio show, Women Uncensored; and a mother of four and step mother of two. She has appeared on Oprah!, and her work has been featured in O: The Oprah Magazine, Parenting, Family Circle, the New York Daily News, the San Francisco Chronicle, and the Oakland Tribune.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: HarperOne; 1 edition (March 30, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060583703
• ISBN-13: 978-0060583705
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,704,523 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Humor, Hard-won wisdom, and Heart, May 4, 2004

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This review is from: How Does She Do It?: 101 Life Lessons from One Mother to Another (Hardcover)

This book explores the terrain of motherhood with refreshing wit and honesty. It has literally brought me back from the edge a couple of times! Retreat to it when you need to connect with the wisdom of other parents--the struggles and challenges as well as the joy and rewards. A must for every mother.