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Parents Who Don't Do Dishes (and other recipes for life) Paperback – October 12, 2012

by Richard Melnick (Author)

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"Parents Who Don’t Do Dishes (and other recipes for life) is part memoir, part cookbook and full-on treatise about living life fully and raising kids who do the same. Author Richard Melnick provides an antidote to helicopter parenting and tiger moms as he taught his boys to develop a playful relationship with life. Parents Who Don’t Dishes is a hilarious and easy-to-read 100 page book that dives into some of life’s deepest topics with surprising ease."

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Paperback: 104 pages
Publisher: Mookie Press; 1st edition (October 12, 2012)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0985839317
ISBN-13: 978-0985839314
Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (69 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,795,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #26020 in Books > Self-Help > Personal Transformation

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

Take responsibility for your own life

By J. Chambers HALL OF FAMETOP 10 REVIEWER on December 23, 2012

Format: Kindle Edition

When I read the description of Richard Melnick's book, I half expected to read about his ordeals as a cancer patient and the devastating effects the disease had on his life and his family. In his book, however, he barely mentioned cancer, with only very brief references to his surgery and follow-up chemotherapy. Instead, the book was part memoir, part personal philosophy, and part parenting primer, and it was fascinating reading on each of those levels.

I think the most compelling element of the book was about the author's personal philosophy and the ways in which he passed his life lessons on to his two sons. He was neither a "spare the rod and spoil the child" dad, nor was he his sons' best pal. In his words, all a parent can do for their child is to marvel at them, provide for them, and teach them a few life skills. Instead of autocratically imposing dozens of rules on his sons, he told them, "Your choice is the company you keep, the behavior you model, and the boundaries you enforce for yourself." As his sons approached an age when they were subject to temptations that could derail their lives, he gave them practical advice about love, women, drugs, even an appreciation for the value of music in their lives.

This was not just another book on parenting advice, by any means. Nor is Richard Melnick a typical parent. How many parents do you know who have traveled to India and had a personal audience with the Dalai Lama? And how many parenting books include the author's favorite recipes? (The chocolate chip cookies look yummy, by the way, and I'm definitely going to try the tip for cooking the perfect burger.)

In reviewing books, I don't always mention an author's writing style, usually referring to it only if it stands out, one way or another. I have to say that Mr.Read more ›

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

a powerful 100 page package

By Lori Adelson on October 26, 2012

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Richard Melnick's lovely little book of 100 pages is little in size but not in meaning. If we have the privilege to be parents, raising our children is the most important and challenging job we are entrusted with. Richard's natural instincts about how to raise his sons (without the micromanagement that seems to be the theme of modern day) is downright refreshing. He also simultaneously helps us understand the ways in which he has grown and become more enlightened. He shares techniques for living in the moment yet being a responsible human and parent, and treating small tasks such as dishwashing with wonder. As a psychiatrist I am often suggesting books to patients (and friends) when they seem overwhelmed both with their pace of life and the daunting task of parenting. This is now on the top of my list. Richard's humor, compassion, and wisdom make this book a must-read. Somehow that fact that he went through a divorce and cancer never make one feel the least bit sorry for him, as he used those experiences to grow ever more appreciative of the time he has on earth. In full disclosure I recently met him through his absolutely fabulous son Jackson, who is a treasure to have on our planet. I am so glad Jackson has been nurtured by his dad (and mom) to be the vastly creative and kind soul he was meant to be. Stifling such a lovely mind and spirit so they fit into some 'societal mold' is probably happening all too often by parents who are just blindly doing what their parents modeled, or even worse, what they think will get their kids into the proper college. Richard's love of cooking and his lessons to his boys about cleaning the kitchen are lessons that we all can continue to use even if our children are grown. I also look forward to trying his recipes, and passing the wisdom of his words with others. Lori Adelson MD

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

Growing Better Men

By John R.M. Day, M.D. on September 3, 2012

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"Richard Melnick is creating a paradigm for himself and his 2 sons which is largely absent in our culture of men, and in our society in general. This missing link is the development of male consciousness through the various rites of passage which have been part of the male ritual in times past. In his personal family context Richard is assisting this very vital passage of his sons through the ritual of transforming their pain so that they do not transmit their pain. He is recreating, reestablishing, and reinitiating the male way of feeling in his sons. Such spiritual feeling comes through the inevitable sufferings and so-called failures, and what we do with them as we emerge. Our current social ambience and attendant electronic gadgetry attempts to distract us all, male and female, from the growth with which we are tasked by normal living. The best teachers are those who walk the journey with us. And so it is with Richard and his sons. Be so inspired yourself."

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Not your average parenting book

By Lorca Smetana on January 2, 2013

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This book is not one that tells you, "Don't say this, say this." It is coming from a completely different mindset and calls that forth from you, which may take a little time. Delightful to read, and the poise and clarity of his two boys, now much grown, are perhaps the most powerful recommendation for Richard Melnick's take on parenting. This is not about changing your children before you make some shifts yourself. I have recommended this book now many times, and been thanked as many.

Short, terrific, real, one of the best grips on respect for sovereignty I've come across. Not a what-to-do book, not immediately evident how to proceed differently, but in the last two weeks my children do more, risk more, think more, stand taller and complain less. I think I likely do as well. Hugely recommended, and not just for parents, I think. Entertaining and great recipes!

Thank you, Mr. Melnick. A pleasure, a straightforward inspiration and something to be returned to over time. I wish you and your boys the full joy of each other.

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Published 4 months ago by Christine Valentine

Simple enrichment.

My wife and I just starting down the road of parenthood but we have already found Richard's book extremely helpful as well as very entertaining. Read more

Published 9 months ago by Mike Durner

It is a wonderful book and I'm so glad to have it

The other review are more eloquent and descriptive than I could be. It is a wonderful book and I'm so glad to have it.

Published 10 months ago by ann sharkey

A book filled with great parental wisdom and spiritual insights

Five stars for five great lessons from Richard’s wise and wonderful book:

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Published 13 months ago by Loppi H.

Enjoyable and useful book will keep you sane!

I have three boys and found this book to be an educational and humorous asset to my life. Easy read and keeps my sane daily. Read more

Published 13 months ago by Jennifer T. Killian

Relatable and Inspiring.

With two little ones only 15 months apart - I am comforted to see that my contstant streams of thought on parenting are very well expressed in this book. Read more

Published 13 months ago by robinJoy

Everyone should read this book

It's a breath of fresh air, a daily reminder to slow down and enjoy the beauty of life that is all around us. And it's not just for parents, either. Everyone should read this book!

Published 15 months ago by Becca Gallery

Great little book

This is an irreverent little gem of a book with sage advice about parenting and life in general. Richard Melnick offers not only his insights gained from his life experiences, but... Read more

Published 17 months ago by ann m. socha

Surprising and Introspective

I am not a parent, but having been a child with parents I can still appreciate this delightful and thought-provoking memoir as I was raised in a similar fashion by my mother... Read more

Published 18 months ago by Mazy Holiday

Conscious living made real.

I've never commented on a book before, but I feel compelled to make a few comments on this one...

There are a plethora of books to read on conscious living, being in the... Read more

Published 18 months ago by Jodi L Medell