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Moments: The Life and Career of a Texas Newsman

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Having myself grown up in Dallas, I have watched Chip Moody for many years. There would always be a night when Mr. Moody wasn't in his usual anchor chair behind the news desk ~ he was back in the hospital. My brother was just diagnosed with cancer, and it appears to be the kind that the author of this book has ~ lymphoma. So I was not at all interested in reading a "sterile' medical thesis or a 'grab your hankie' sad story. Mr. Moody tells of his many adventures throughout life. Some have come from being in the profession that he is, and some from having the cancer that he has found himself facing. But be prepared to laugh, Mr. Moody has a real knack for telling stories! There are several chapters that deal with the cancer specifically and what he has gone through from the beginning. This was scary, yet reassuring to read ~ being not from a doctor's standpoint, but from a 'real' person's. The last chapter offers true words of encouragement, especially to those who are going through, or getting ready to go through this tough battle ~ be it as a patient, family member, or friend. I cannot give this book enough stars. Mr. Moody has made me realize that a person can fight back this debilitating disease. Although not all will be victorious in this battle, their courageous fight will enable future warriors more powerful weapons and skills on how to conquer this dreaded enemy. Thank you Mr. Moody ~ All my stars to you.

Another $ 5.00 find in the used bookstore. Picked it up because I'm one of the members of Chip's (and Kelly's) High School Graduating Class (RHS '65 - "Hook 'em Rams) and knew Chip then, went to Baylor while he was there and followed him on the tube. Chip was a great guy, liked by everyone. Subsequent to this book's publication he lost his battle with Hodgkins; in late 2001 to be exact, far too soon.

I didn't know what to expect when I started it and was pleasantly surprised and even found it entertaining. Got a few reminiscences from many years back; remembered, myself, some of the "moments" to which he spoke and gained a greater insight into him and his personality. If you haven't guessed, we weren't good friends and I am not one of the people who received mention at the book's close. A rather nice add-on from my point of view. I do/did know several of the folks he honored though.

But on to the review. Should you read it? Well yes and no. If you've not spent time in Central and North Central Texas or didn't know of Chip Moody pass it by. It's not a MAJOR autobio. However, if you did know Chip or have a passing interest of Texas in the era its worth your time. No major revelations and no epic "ah ha's" here, just a great little retelling of a good man and his personal journey.

Requiat in pacem, Classmate.

I enjoyed playing in the Chip Moody Golf events in Dallas. He was a true hero for anyone that needed a role model. Great Reading.