Wednesdays at the Fluff 'n' Fold [Paperback]

Elizabeth Cabalka (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 2003

So many lives are touched by cancer. Nearly everyone experiencing the journey called cancer has a partner, spouse, or loved one there beside them experiencing the journey in their own unique way. Yet, the caregiver's stories are not often told. They need to be told.

Here is one caregiver's dramatic story of embracing life amidst disease.

In this book you will discover:

~A caregiver's challenges are not often visible to the outside world. Learn how to identify a caregiver's challenges and discover ways to cope and grow through each experience.
~A caregiver requires care too, most often self care. Learn ways to remain healthy in the midst of disease.
~Blessings come in odd packages. Learn how to discover and be open to the blessings that lie in the unlikely place called cancer.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Elizabeth succeeded in sharing The Ultimate Experience in Personal Growth. I thanked her for what I learned, you will too. -- Bob Proctor, author, You Were Born Rich

We can learn from Elizabeth's heartfelt sharing of her personal journey as the wife of a cancer patient. -- Tina Shearon, author, Begin Living Your Life... As You Wish!

With precise guidance Elizabeth takes you on a real-life journey of intense disillusionment, self reflection and profound inner awakening. -- Andreas Moritz, author, Freedom from Judgment

About the Author

Elizabeth Cabalka does more than simply philosophize about the topic of caring for a loved one with cancer. She lived the experience. For three and one-half years she and her husband, Charles, lived with cancer. Charles experienced it in his body, Elizabeth experienced it in her soul. She remained by his side through treatments, tests, remission, recurrence and finally death, while striving to learn and grow from the lessons cancer offered.

After nearly a decade in corporate America, Elizabeth founded Healthy Insights Programs & Seminars. Since 1995 she has flourished as a business owner, trainer and facilitator, business consultant, and author.

Elizabeth studied foreign language, human potential, and international business in the United States and England. In addition to being a successful business owner Elizabeth is an accomplished musician, sought-after public speaker, stepmother, author, entrepreneur, and lifestyle consultant.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Healthy Insights Press (November 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974406201
• ISBN-13: 978-0974406206
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,116,905 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A compassionate story of living and dying, December 17, 2003

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Shirley Diskerud (Annandale, Minnesota) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wednesdays at the Fluff 'n' Fold (Paperback)

My emotions experienced a roller coaster ride of laughter, tears, sadness and joy. I admire Elizabeth's honesty in sharing her husband's battle with cancer and her personal struggle to be supportive and to endure. This skillfully crafted book should be read by anyone who has lost a loved one to cancer; it provides all readers with insight and coping skills. I found Wednesday's at the Fluff 'n' Fold to be a beautiful celebration of life!

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful lessons about life..., December 9, 2003

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Beth Yeshaya (Plymouth, MN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wednesdays at the Fluff 'n' Fold (Paperback)

This groundbreaking book invites the reader on a very intimate and beautiful journey. Ms. Cabalka provides insight into the world of those who care for the sick and dying from a very personal perspective, her own. Written with compassion and humor, 'Wednesday's At The Fluff And Fold' takes us on a difficult yet beautiful journey through the experience of death. I highly recommend this to anyone caring for someone who is ill, and everyone else. The story will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Profound & Inspirational, December 3, 2003

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Rev. Kyra Baehr at Unity of Divine Love (Chandler, Arizona) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Wednesdays at the Fluff 'n' Fold (Paperback)

From the first pages, I was hooked immediately on Elizabeth's down-to-earth, conversational and poignant style. The metaphor of a Fluff N'Fold is brilliant and I enjoyed delving into each chapter and recognizing the symbolism. Her easy sharing of difficult feelings and often taboo subjects are refreshing and real. I was deeply touched, saddened with her in the process, and uplifted at her loving and inspired approach to caring for someone you love as they die. Highly recommend and will give it to others as gifts! I will also use this in counseling those who are caregivers!