The Girls With the Grandmother Faces: A Celebration of Life's Potential For Those Over 55

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Summary: Need some good laughs-- with useful advice? Read this!
Review: Having heard Frances Weaver on the TODAY show, I was anxious to read her book, and what a pleasure it was! I have since given copies to many of my friends, and they also enjoy her wit and wisdom! I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in living life to the fullest -- Frances Weaver is an inspiration, and her attitude toward life is refreshing! She concentrates on "why not?" instead of "how to"-- and does it very well.

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Summary: Love the title
Review: I just turned 60, and my best friend gave "grandmother faces" to me for a b.d. present. It's hard to categorize this book because it covers a variety of isssues; however, the basic philosophy is wonderful (live life to its fullest at a mature age). It would be an excellent book for many older women, but especially widows past the first couple of years. What a role model Frances is. There are lots of practical suggestions, too. Although my husband is with me (thank goodness), I can understand that widowhood is not the end of the world; it does have some pluses. I'm planning to send this book to my grandchildren's other grandmother, who is a widow.

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Summary: Love the title
Review: I just turned 60, and my best friend gave "grandmother faces" to me for a b.d. present. It's hard to categorize this book because it covers a variety of isssues; however, the basic philosophy is wonderful (live life to its fullest at a mature age). It would be an excellent book for many older women, but especially widows past the first couple of years. What a role model Frances is. There are lots of practical suggestions, too. Although my husband is with me (thank goodness), I can understand that widowhood is not the end of the world; it does have some pluses. I'm planning to send this book to my grandchildren's other grandmother, who is a widow.

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Summary: Love the title
Review: I just turned 60, and my best friend gave "grandmother faces" to me for a b.d. present. It's hard to categorize this book because it covers a variety of isssues; however, the basic philosophy is wonderful (live life to its fullest at a mature age). It would be an excellent book for many older women, but especially widows past the first couple of years. What a role model Frances is. There are lots of practical suggestions, too. Although my husband is with me (thank goodness), I can understand that widowhood is not the end of the world; it does have some pluses. I'm planning to send this book to my grandchildren's other grandmother, who is a widow.

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Summary: A reminder that life is not over after 60.
Review: It is so easy to withdraw after the kids leave and you are alone. This book recognizes the ease of withdrawal and the empty feeling and attempts to remind us that there is really nothing different about being older. You have to go out and make things happen. Additionally, and the best part, there are all kinds of hints on places to go and unique ways to see things....just in case we didn't think of it ourselves. I didn't. Take a train...use Elderhostel....play bridge...get involved. OK. We've heard it before but if you are reading this book, you need to hear it again. I like the book.

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Summary: The power of truth
Review: The Girls with the Grandmother Faces by Frances Weaver... While gathering information for a university class I teach in Women's Studies, Frances' book literally jumped off the shelf and landed at my feet. Getting ready to enter my 50s, experiencing a new empty nest, changing careers, becoming a first-time grandmother, entering menopause, and a host of newly acquired aches and pains, I found her book to be truthful and refreshing. The last couple of years have been dark and swirling while I've tried to get my feet under me. Her book speaks to all women as they strive to face each challenge in all the roles they must play. I would appreciate hearing from you about your roles and experiences.

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Summary: Great book for widowed women, not for divorcees
Review: This book is good for widowed women over 55, but just didn't help deal with the greatest challenges facing a divorced woman who has been in the work force her entire live, is able to make decisions and choices on her own and faces a different set of challenges than someone who is widowed (surgeon's wife) with financial security and a supportive extended family.