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Summary: Basics!
Review: Back to Basics addresses a core problem in America, the disintegration of the family unit. As a father and husband, I have been frustrated at the difficulty of maintaining strong family values, relationships and interaction. Our society doesn't place high emphasis on fixing family unit problems rather it spends a tremendous amount of time treating the symptons - higher crime, delinquency, higher divorce rates and more time with therapists. If we fix the core family and it's value systems - a lot of the other problems are diminished. Hat's off to Brook for creating a book that addresses a fundamental issue in america today.
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Summary: Fixing My Family
Review: Back to Basics addresses a core problem in America, the disintegration of the family unit. As a father and husband, I have been frustrated at the difficulty of maintaining strong family values, relationships and interaction. Our society doesn't place high emphasis on fixing family unit problems rather it spends a tremendous amount of time treating the symptons - higher crime, delinquency, higher divorce rates and more time with therapists. If we fix the core family and it's value systems - a lot of the other problems are diminished. Hat's off to Brook for creating a book that addresses a fundamental issue in america today.
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Summary: Basics!
Review: I enjoyed reading this book and putting some of Brook's ideas into action. How easy it is to forget the simple things in life can be the most important times we can share with our children. You don't have to spend money to have a strong bond with your family it only takes time together. Thanks Brook for opening my eyes to things I failed to remember.
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Summary: Glad I read it.
Review: I saw the author speak in Vancouver, Washington where she gave the keynote address at a local parenting conference. She was down-to-earth, friendly, and very encouraging. I'm glad I read her book. The book's introduction "Cherish Your Wood Chips" is a classic, insightful look into the priorities of a loving parent's heart -- and probably well worth the cover price of the book just for the thoughtful message of the intro.
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Summary: Helpful, concise---just what the doctor ordered!
Review: This is one of those great books that you don't have to find large chunks of time for reading to benefit from.... Written in short, easy-to-digest bites, I found it very helpful. Ideas for strengthening relationships; tips for discipline, limits and boundaries; home management suggestions; effective communication techniques; and creative ideas for family "together time". I recommend this book to anyone with children, especially busy moms (and dads) looking for simple ways to bring sanity into their family's crazy schedules.
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Summary: A godsend for America!
Review: When I think about violence among teens and the utterly essential role that parents play in raising children, I wonder what specific steps we can take to do a better job, and to live more humanely. I've never found a book with practical answers -- until now, that is. Brook Noel should run for President. Her heart is in the right place, her excellent writing comes from that wonderful place, and her practical steps for how America can get back to basics make total sense. How can we improve our lives and give more to our children? The policy wonks wonder and scratch around. Noel has figured it out. If you want to improve your own life and add heaps of love to your family life -- in short, if you want to get your priorities straight -- read this book.
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