Review: Entertaining Read
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 09 15, 2012
I found this book to be entertainly written. Chapman has a voice all her own, which is a definite plus in any book. I loved the personal stories that brought home the fact that she is undergoing the same changes that I am.The book is full of simple, clear advice. It's a guide, not a heal-all, so there are definitely places where more would be better. Dealing with an elderly parent who shouldn't be driving is one such area. That would be a good place to remind boomers that the day will come when their own keys need to be put away and to suggest implementing a guide for their own children. More ideas on how to deal with the situation would be a huge help.My favorite parts are where Chapman talks about physical changes. Her gym fashion advice is amusing and spot on. Suggestions on how to get motivated to exercise more would be helpful.Overall, this is a good book. I think it would be a nice gift for anyone hitting 40, so that they could implement the suggestions before the changes hit hard and possibly mitigate the effects. It's also a nice, subtle way to tell a loved one that it's time to take action on their own well-being! It is both worth reading and worth sharing.