Review: From one mother of six to another
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 26, 2012
Review for Blue Fried PotatoesThis is a review from one mother of six to another. I was not familiar with this author until recently and my world will never be the same. I sincerely hope that when I am eighty I can not only think but write as well as Charlene Potterbaum does. I already know I will never have her sense of humor. This lady is a riot! And so was her mother if she thought the "four basic food groups" were salt, pepper, potatoes, and ice cream.The author covers Great Depression anecdotes, psychology, philosophy, practical advice, experience as a lesson, not a tragedy, how to be real, our choices of what to think and be, how to love ourselves and why we'd better, serendipity, and so much more, all done with her terrific humor.She teaches us, in a heart wrenching way, to love and appreciate our families as we never know if this is our last day on earth. She champions living in the NOW instead of wasting time regretting the past and/or fearing the future. She has a talent of literally yanking you out of your comfort zone and you loving it later.There is a special section for you caregivers including the definitions of caretakers and caregivers. I didn't know the difference until now. Do you? You will take a brisker step and give gentler pats when you read her story. Plus, Mrs. Potterbaum shares tender moments she had seen and experienced with the gay community. How many grandmothers would even approach the subject?In summary, in a world full of chaos, destruction, voluntary human calamities, and indifference, this book gently leads you down the path of loving yourself, others, and the planet a whole lot more in the belief that it will make a difference. I know I rescheduled my day when I got through with the book. Buy the book and laugh your way into making a positive difference.