The Healing Pages :

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Summary: Goatboy, Be Free
Review: By way of a preface to "the healing Pages;" we should all remember that we are all interested in the future...for that is where you and I will spend the REST OF OUR LIVES. What do I mean by that -- and; less importantly; what does that have to do with The healing "Pages"? Glad you aksed. The future -- not the Passed, rather, "THE past," but The future-is where, after all, you And i are going to spend what? Why, the rest of Our Lives. And that's what David Dex's eksellent book is trying to say: The Future is Where YOU AND I are Going To Spend The Rest of -- OUR LVES. And "The Future" is no place for goats! Not in the Jooish Testament sense of "scaped goats" -- "scapegoats," get it? But "Goats" -- the "scapegoats" (see explanaytion) of their families, if you will -- or even if you won't -- have come a long way, baby! I think that's what Dayvd Deks is triing to say. GOATS BE FRE! and; GOATBOYS -- there human counter=parts!!! -- be FREE! Daddy wood you like sum sausage?! PLEASE?!

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Summary: No Jokes! You, too, can have The Edge
Review: By way of a preface to "the healing Pages;" we should all remember that we are all interested in the future...for that is where you and I will spend the REST OF OUR LIVES. What do I mean by that -- and; less importantly; what does that have to do with The healing "Pages"? Glad you aksed. The future -- not the Passed, rather, "THE past," but The future-is where, after all, you And i are going to spend what? Why, the rest of Our Lives. And that's what David Dex's eksellent book is trying to say: The Future is Where YOU AND I are Going To Spend The Rest of -- OUR LVES. And "The Future" is no place for goats! Not in the Jooish Testament sense of "scaped goats" -- "scapegoats," get it? But "Goats" -- the "scapegoats" (see explanaytion) of their families, if you will -- or even if you won't -- have come a long way, baby! I think that's what Dayvd Deks is triing to say. GOATS BE FRE! and; GOATBOYS -- there human counter=parts!!! -- be FREE! Daddy wood you like sum sausage?! PLEASE?!

Rating:
Summary: Goatboy, Be Free
Review: By way of a preface to "the healing Pages;" we should all remember that we are all interested in the future...for that is where you and I will spend the REST OF OUR LIVES. What do I mean by that -- and; less importantly; what does that have to do with The healing "Pages"? Glad you aksed. The future -- not the Passed, rather, "THE past," but The future-is where, after all, you And i are going to spend what? Why, the rest of Our Lives. And that's what David Dex's eksellent book is trying to say: The Future is Where YOU AND I are Going To Spend The Rest of -- OUR LVES. And "The Future" is no place for goats! Not in the Jooish Testament sense of "scaped goats" -- "scapegoats," get it? But "Goats" -- the "scapegoats" (see explanaytion) of their families, if you will -- or even if you won't -- have come a long way, baby! I think that's what Dayvd Deks is triing to say. GOATS BE FRE! and; GOATBOYS -- there human counter=parts!!! -- be FREE! Daddy wood you like sum sausage?! PLEASE?!

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Summary: A 13TH STEP ON THE ROAD TO RECOVERY!!!
Review: Coming from an alcoholic family myself, I felt that the poems, stories, etc. in this wonderful little book were taken straight from my own heart. I carry the book with me wherever I go and whenever I feel depressed, I take it out and read one of my favorite passages.

The author is clearly in touch with his feelings. He is much further along on the road to recovery than I am, although I am well on my way also, partly in thanks to his inspiration.

I recommend this very brave and soul-bearing masterpiece for anyone who seeks to improve their life: narcotics, alcoholics anonymous, or anyone with weight issues, anorexia and general depression.

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Summary: A 13TH STEP ON THE ROAD TO RECOVERY!!!
Review: David gives an insightful look into the thoughts and prayers of a sad and lonely child. He takes the reader into the lonely world of his childhood and describes his feelings of abandonment and ridicule at the hands of the very adults who should love and protect him. He describes his compelling need to defend those who had betrayed him and left him on his own; and tells of his journey own through a rocky childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood. As he writes the reader can truly witness his growth as an individual and as his own person.

David tugs at the heartstrings of all who read these pages. As a mother, he makes me want to scoop up the little boy and keep him safe. He brought tears to my eyes thinking of the lost feelings and insecurities he must have felt as a child. But as an adult he shows, through his writings, that he is overcoming his childhood and in the process gives hope to all.

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Summary: Tugs at your heartstrings
Review: David gives an insightful look into the thoughts and prayers of a sad and lonely child. He takes the reader into the lonely world of his childhood and describes his feelings of abandonment and ridicule at the hands of the very adults who should love and protect him. He describes his compelling need to defend those who had betrayed him and left him on his own; and tells of his journey own through a rocky childhood, adolescence, and into adulthood. As he writes the reader can truly witness his growth as an individual and as his own person.

David tugs at the heartstrings of all who read these pages. As a mother, he makes me want to scoop up the little boy and keep him safe. He brought tears to my eyes thinking of the lost feelings and insecurities he must have felt as a child. But as an adult he shows, through his writings, that he is overcoming his childhood and in the process gives hope to all.

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Summary: No Jokes! You, too, can have The Edge
Review: I heard about this book on Howard Stern and it's very--NICE. It's POSSIBLY the CLEAREST book ever. I was best man at his wedding--despite the fact that he actually has a brother--at a charming little Italian Village. Some may say the book gets a litle "hot and crusty," but I say, "Listen, pal! He has a -- RIGHT -- to protest!" He reduces the issue of "Rory and the Hamburger" to a lovely Chinese meal; the most difficult problems are no more than a "sweet breakfast" of the soul. He says don't cry over spilled milk--unless, of course, you're the one who spilled it, all over the table in a restaurant in New Hampshire. Again, the theme of New Hampshire: Most powerful are the book's tragicomic visions of a bufoonish man, running helplessly after a car, as he is mocked. Eventually, he throws a newspaper.

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Summary: A compelling, insightful read
Review: This book is a telling compiliation of thoughts, dreams, and nightmares, shared in a most compelling manner. David describes his state of mind at the time of the poem or short story he's included, which gives a close personal insight.

It provides insights into the dark corners of a man's mind. This isn't just for men who face the struggles of adulthood. Wives can see their husbands' suffering. Children can understand their father's struggles.

I would be remiss if I didn't confess that while I've known the author for two years. I know him far better, and feel an even stronger bond now, for I too am a "Fatherless Son".

David shares some of the most personal and painful feelings a man can have, and is unabashedly open about his fears and joys, a lesson we all could use as an example.

I've seen his inner child skip through the airport at midnight with joy that he'd gotten home to his family; and I've seen him buried deep in quiet thoughts. I've seen a kindred spirit, and am priviledged and proud to say I count him as a friend. . .in spirit, my brother.

To use his own words from the book. . ."Given a promise, the man, walked onward. Greatness awaits him."