The Simpler Family: A Book of Smart Choices and Small Comforts for Families Who Do Too Much [Paperback]

Christine Klein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2003

The Simpler Family shows families how to make their dreams come true by making smart choices about the way they spend their time and money. Its proven strategies help families increase free time, reduce stress, improve work/life balance, increase healthfulness and save time and money.

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About the Author

Christine Klein had a career in marketing when she decided to develop a plan that would allow her to decrease her work hours and increase her family time. This book is the result of the success of that strategy. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Robins Lane Press (January 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1589040090
• ISBN-13: 978-1589040090
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,632,962 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of practical, easy-to-implement advice!, December 8, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The Simpler Family: A Book of Smart Choices and Small Comforts for Families Who Do Too Much (Paperback)

This is truly a book for the times! With layoffs happening across the country, what better time to take stock of your family life? Christine Klein shows how to make the most of what you have -- financially and emotionally. In the process, you may just find -- as I did -- that you already have almost everything you need. You'll definitely feel empowered after reading this book!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simplify Your Life, December 6, 2001

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Jeanne R. Busemeyer (Cincinnati, OH USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Simpler Family: A Book of Smart Choices and Small Comforts for Families Who Do Too Much (Paperback)

I heartily recommend Chris Klein's guide to simplifying your family and your life. Chris is a well-known writer in the Cincinnati area with whom I have had the good fortune to work. Her own life is a testament to the wisdom she shares in this book. If you are feeling stressed because of conflicts between your work and family life, you need this book. Chris's writing is as no-nonsense and as straightforward as her message. You will come away armed with practical advice on exactly how to make your life easier--and better. Your family will thank you for years to come!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple Reassurance, December 7, 2001

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Sue K Blaney (Cincinnati, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Simpler Family: A Book of Smart Choices and Small Comforts for Families Who Do Too Much (Paperback)

Reading this book is like sitting down with a good friend and having them tell you the secret to life.

Talk about having it all, Christine Klein has it all.
This book reassured me on the choices I've made in my life...even though I still work full time.

She presents simple solutions on guidance to managing a household...not just as a "to do" list...but with love. She is clear, consice and, again, reassuring, that life is all about the people you journey with...not about the vehicle you ride in or the clothes you wear along the way.

This book would be a wonderful gift to anyone who is in the midst of dealing with a hectc life....enjoy!