In My Mother's Kitchen: An Introduction to the Healing Power of Reminiscence (Paperback)

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...a universal celebration of love and of memory that unites people across cultures and over lifetimes.” -- -Diane Richard Allerdyce, PhD., Professor,Lynn University & Certified Poetry Therapist

In My Mother’s Kitchen serves as a poignant reminder of our shared connections to family and friends -- Matt Lauer, co-anchor, NBC “Today”

You are drawn into a humorous, tender, and at times sad, journey where you find yourself ‘walking a parallel path.’” -- -Dr. Dora Finamore, Certified Play Therapist --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Description

Not a cookbook, In My Mother’s Kitchen does contain reminiscence recipes to recapture the sights, sounds and even smells that bring back the lesson and the laughter from the past. Developed from Robin Edgar’s successful workshops on The Healing Power of Reminiscence, the self-help book preserves family histories and local culture in addition to guiding the reader to establish rituals for long-term bereavement benefits. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 102 pages
• Publisher: Tree House Enterprises (April 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097237700X
• ISBN-13: 978-0972377003
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,662,813 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars thanks..., May 2, 2003

By	Justin Zacks (NYC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: In My Mother's Kitchen (Paperback)

I feel fortunate to have really gotten the message this book conveys... emptiness and hurt over someone you loved can really be healed by making a point to remember the sweet times you shared together! Seems simple, but I for one needed help to do it... thanks to the author for giving me such concrete, personal guidance in this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you for your gentle guidance., April 11, 2003

By	Barbara DeHaven - See all my reviews

Robin Edgar's book should be read by anyone who is dealing with the loss of a family member. It was a reminder of how to find and remember the goodness in relationships and experiences with those who have meant the most in our lives. It was a comfort to read her book and know that my feelings were somewhat universal. She is a gifted writer but, more importantly, understands our frailties and insecurities. Thank you Robin!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My sister's laughter, March 30, 2003

By	Sara Unrein (Tarboro, NC) - See all my reviews

Shortly after my sister passed away, I received this book. It was so tender and so helpful in returning my sister's laughter to my life. I would highly recommend this book to everyone who has a void in their life from the loss of a family member or dear friend. Also, I think it is a wonderful gift for those you love who have had a recent loss in their life.