Hugs, Hope and Peanut Butter [Paperback]

Marsha Mott Jordan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 19, 2006

If you’ve ever been discouraged, Hugs, Hope, and Peanut Butter is a book for you. Anyone who has faced tough times or disappointment will be encouraged by these uplifting and often- humorous essays about everything from husbands, wild bears, and a day in the emergency room, to aging, in-laws, and living with chronic illness.

With essays illustrated by critically ill children, the author draws upon her own experiences of dealing with chronic pain and depression to mix the serious with the lighthearted to bring a message of hope to the hurting. She opens her life and her heart to share everyday experiences and lessons God has taught her from them. Pain is never easy, but it’s made more bearable with the healing power of laughter; and you’ll laugh with the author as she recounts, in Erma Bombeck style, her search for the perfect purse, camping adventures, her badly behaved toy poodle, and her experience with a new magnifying mirror. Other chapter titles include, Limburger Attitude, I’ve Become My Mother, Is Broccoli Hazardous? and Life in the Manure Pile.

This delightful book is like a visit with a friend who almost always makes you laugh. It will lift your spirit, strengthen your faith, and warm your heart. It’s a must-have book you’ll want by your bedside. So dust off the night stand, make a spot for it, and buy a copy for yourself as well as one for a friend.

Note: Hugs, Hope And Peanut Butter was produced as a gift by JADA Press to the Hugs and Hope Foundation for critically ill children and all proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to the Hugs and Hope Foundation for critically ill children.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Marsha Jordan grew up in a suburb north of Chicago and now lives in the north woods of Wisconsin with her husband of thirty years. Jordan has suffered with migraines and battled depression for much of her life. Once an active volunteer and energetic mom, life as she=d always known it came to a screeching halt when she fell victim to a mysterious connective tissue disease that turned her life upside down. She knows how it feels to be sick, in pain, frustrated, and afraid.

In 2000, Jordan founded a non-profit charity for sick children. Through her Hugs and Hope Club, Jordan strives to send a message that God cares about our pain, and no one must face life's problems alone. She wants everyone everywhere to understand how much God desires to be intimately involved in our lives, help us through struggles, and have a personal relationship with each one of us.

Jordan likes to remind people that God has a plan for every life and no one is insignificant. She encourages hurting people to learn of the awesome love, peace, and joy available to those who seek God and serve Him. Jordan's stories have been published in several books, including A Cup of Comfort. Her essays have been featured in Heart Light and Obadiah magazines, as well as over thirty newsletters and online publications such as Heart Warmers, Power to Share, Heart Touchers, and Warm Fuzzy Stories.

Product Details

• Paperback: 244 pages
• Publisher: JADA Press (January 19, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977134342
• ISBN-13: 978-0977134342
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,639,452 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BUY IT!, March 20, 2006

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Laura F. Robbie "Laurafay" (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hugs, Hope and Peanut Butter (Paperback)

I loved the book, Hugs, Hope, and Peanut Butter! It's full of inspiring stories interwoven with gospel truths. Only an idiot with no heart would give this book a poor rating!!! Marsha Jordan is a wonderful writer with a great sense of humor!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book. Great Pick Me Up, March 9, 2006

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Fawna Mcwilliams (Vincent OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hugs, Hope and Peanut Butter (Paperback)

The next time you want to send a cheery flower arrangment to someone consider this book instead or perhaps even with the flower arrangment.
This book is a simple and easy read. The beautiful illistrations by children really add to the books charm. If you are sad or blue today buy this book and don't delay. It is sure to send your spirit soaring and not a minuet is it boring. lol. Seriously this book is awesome.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Special, March 24, 2006

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Jackson (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hugs, Hope and Peanut Butter (Paperback)

Hugs Hope and Peanut Butter is a special book, illustrated by some VERY special children and written by a very special lady. Just reading a page or two at a time makes me smile. Thanks to the children for touching my life with the illustrations.