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Review by Donna Dawson
Review by Laura Davis
Review by Janet Sketchley
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"You dont write because you want to say something, you write because you have something to say."
F. Scott Fitzgerald
ABOUT BOOK
"My recipe for life consists of a little bit of this and a little bit of that borne from my life experiences. Usually, when I use all of the ingredients and steps, I end up with a pretty good product. Sometimes I can still fail. It is this failure to succeed all of the time that helps remind me of my humanity and the fact that I am not perfect."
From new author Dolores Ayotte comes a bakers dozen of insightful tips to getting through life.
In I'm Not Perfect and It's Okay, Ayotte presents readers with a means to a better life. Ayottes' conversational style makes her feel like an old friend giving advice.
With exceptional ease, readers are taken through a recipe for healing, beginning with love for themselves. Readers are reminded to keep life's recipe simple, being sure to add a cup of laughter, two cups of forgiveness, and a dash of silence resulting in several goods sure to make life easier.
Each step is personal and easy to incorporate into daily living, made memorable through real-life stories and quotes the author has found helpful on her own journey to happiness.
This inspiring collection is truly beneficial to readers young and old as they realize that I'm Not Perfect and
It's Okay.
BOOK REVIEW BY DONNA DAWSON
CHRISTIAN AUTHOR
www.authordonnadawson.com
Canadian author Dolores Ayotte (www.doloresayotte.com) begins her 198-page book, I'm Not Perfect and It's OK, with the declaration I am no author. In a way, it sets the stage for a reviewer to bypass things on which she would otherwise make comment. And this kind of self-analysis opens the door to the gems of wisdom in this book. I am a suspense writer. I like compact and fast-moving work. Normally, I wouldn't pull a book like this off the shelf. Am I telling you I didn't enjoy it? By no means!
Ms. Ayotte's book takes me back to a time when I sat at the large kitchen table, shelling peas alongside my siblings. My mother was nearby, chatting about the things she learned from her mother. Usually her hands were deep into dishwater or busy peeling, dicing or stirring something.
In her steady and methodic voice, she would rehearse the wisdom that, no doubt, traced back to her grandmother and beyond. It is this steady, methodical voice that carries through I'm Not Perfect and It's OK.
Its this same kind of wisdom strewn through out the lines of each page. And by the time I turned the last page, I was glad I had read the book. With her unique style of humour Ms. Ayotte shares lessons she has learned through lifelessons that have aided her in marriage, parenting and grand parenting. Lessons in personal healing and in dealing with those around us.
This is a useful and practical book that I would recommend for those who tend to think that life has given them a raw deal. It offers better ways to look at that raw deal and to rise above it.
BOOK REVIEW BY LAURA DAVIS
www.authorlauradavis.com
Grab yourself a cup of coffee, snuggle up in your easy chair and then read Im Not Perfect and It's Okay, by author Dolores Ayotte. You will feel as if you have stepped into her home, while she talks to you about important things in life, that she has learned and wants to pass on to those who need a boost in the happiness department.
Using a bakers dozen as her template, Ayotte doles out sensible advice that anyone can use and put into practice. She shares from her heart and reveals her struggle with depression. Finding your way out of depression is hard for most people and Ayotte has taken that struggle and used it to glorify God through the lessons she learned while writing this book.
With insight and humour, Ayotte shares with the reader these thirteen steps to a happier self. These are some of the lessons I learned through her wisdom.
1. Learning to love yourself
2. Listening to that inner voice
3. Choosing your friends wisely
4. Forgiveness - how to give it and recieve it
5. Laughter - it is the best medicine
6. Memories - file the negative ones
7. Truth love - how to have a solid marriage
8. Silence - it may not always be golden
9. Finances - learning to live below your
yearnings
10. The gift of wisdom
11. Reading between the lines
12. Passing on to others
13. Keeping Christ close
If you had a mother who shared her wisdom with you then you are blessed. If you did not have a relationship like that, then pick up I'm Not Perfect and It's Okay. You will be wonderfully blessed!
BOOK REVIEW BY JANET SKETCHLEY CHRISTIAN AUTHOR
http://janetsketchley.wordpress.com
I love the cover design of this book all these uniquely-marked balloons, all in different places but each adding to the scene.
Dolores Ayotte is a former teacher who loves finding ways to share what she's learned. Her first book, I'm Not Perfect and It's Okay, is one of those ways, and in it Dolores reveals the lessons that helped her move out of a serious depression.
I'm Not Perfect and It's Okay offers thirteen steps to a happier self, and they're all simple, down-to-earth things that we somehow overlook when were in distress. Appropriately enough, the first step is learning to love: oneself, others and God.
The author contends that without a healthy sense of self-worth we can't find emotional healing. Indeed, why would we think we deserve it? If, she says, we can love ourselves as we are, we can then begin to change those things in us that we don't like.
Dolores speaks of relying on a quiet inner voice and it's clear that this is no mystic spirit guide, it's the Holy Spirit whispering into His childs life. Healing is, after all, His specialty. Other key themes in the book are simplicity, relationships, forgiveness, laughter, silence, money management (live below your yearnings), wisdom and communication.
I wasn't comfortable with the books reference to God as him/her although I'm aware that the Bible does attribute both paternal and maternal characteristics to our Creator. I did find the ingredients in this Bakers Dozen recipe for a better life to be pleasant, helpful and encouraging.
I'm Not Perfect and It's Okay is an easy book to read, gentle on the spirit, that feels like a personal letter just for you. It includes many inspirational quotes that have encouraged the author over the years. The book comes with a code allowing free download of the text in audio format from the publisher.
I'M NOT PERFECT AND IT'S OK (Baker's Dozen) is a wonderfully written book, filled with simple life lessons that lead to a place of wisdom. One of the author's greatest gifts is her wisdom, and she shares it beautifully. May you connect with her gentle guidance like I have, for inside these pages is a gift of love.
A. Cockerill Winnipeg, Manitoba
Inspiring & uplifting...each chapter guides you to a place of self acceptance, peace and happiness!
C. Lidster Swift Current, Saskatchewan
Charming, witty and captivating to the last word! I couldnt put this book down. It warmed my heart and brought tears to my eyes. This book is a treat for everyone. When I read this book, I realized how important it is to make the right choices and also the many lessons we have to learn when we make the wrong ones. An excellent work of art! Share it with your family and friends.
S. Sarafinchan Edmonton, Alberta
This is a no nonsense, hands on recipe on how to live a happy and fulfilling life. Step by step, through humour and with the author's honesty about her own ups and downs, one can relate and learn. It is funny, simple and yet so true to LIFE! Every family should have this book handy to remind them about the lessons of love, joy, sadness, difficulty and above all the strength we get from God on our journey through life. A must read for everyone!!!!
Lorraine Gauthier Winnipeg, Manitoba
The author captivates her readers with an inspiring, witty and enjoyable book. Her love for family shines through. A must read.
Gloria Korell - Winnipeg, Manitoba
I was intrigued by all that could be learned just by observing ones own family - some very touching moments that made me smile. Written in an easy to read style, I have earmarked several pages for reference.
Sharon Smyth Neepawa, Manitoba
I really enjoyed this, as much, if not more than your original manuscript. It made me think about my own life experiences as I read about yours. It showed how we all have different life experiences, and of course the freedom to make choices around those experiences. I know that it doesn't matter at all how each of us get to where God has intended for us to be...and timing doesn't matter either to him. I just know that if we follow Jesus and use him as our guide...we can only have success. Thanks so much again for the courage to write down on paper your most private and honest thoughts. I will treasure your book and the books to come forever.
Linda Briscoe - Winnipeg, Manitoba
Just wanted to share this right away ....... great book!! I am LOVING reading it {and finding out so much about you --how deep you are -- and your early mornings where you sit, reflect and listen to music in the den....}
Joan Cyrenne - Winnipeg, Manitoba
My Goodness, I just read your book....and just read and read - excellent. Your book did make me think of "me" and my own set of thoughts.
Barb Boivin - Winnipeg, Manitoba
I'M NOT PERFECT AND IT'S OKAY ... makes you feel that the author is speaking directly to you...helping you with each step. It is a book that you can revisit time and time again...it reminds you to live a life with faith, love, and purpose. Dolores' honesty and openess of her personal experience and positive attitude will help sustain you thru your journey... bringing you humor and hope. It is a great gift to those who matter most in your life.
Alice Bakke - Monticello, Minnesota
I was reading your book last night and I thought of those who would love to hear about it and perhaps ask around for it or send for it. I am enjoying the content you have chosen very much. God bless.
Daisy Savoy - St. John, New Brunswick
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