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Summary: I couldn't put it down...
Review: I want to congratulate Jay on writing such an awesome book. Although I'm not one who usually enjoys reading (in fact I usually hate it) I must admit that I couldn't put this book down, which really drew the attention of some people I work with. They all know how I feel about reading and to see me so into a book was something that they couldn't believe. This book really gave me a lot to think about. It is highly inspirational and I believe it can help many people in a lot of ways. I highly recommend it to everyone.
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Summary: Platt's 2,160 reasons to be happy.
Review: In his book, Platt says "don't judge a book by its cover" (p. 71), which is good advice if you think this is a book about thru-hiking the 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail. In fact, this is not so much a book about Platt's long walk in the woods as it is a book about keeping a positive mental attitude on "the Trail of Life" (p. 15).Jay "Patch" Platt is a retired Marine, a cancer survivor, and motivational speaker. He uses his 1998-1999 AT thru-hike as little more than a metaphor in this book for helping others "handle life's ups and downs" (p. 26). As such, this book has a many inspirational moments (...). But if you're interested in the realities of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail without the self-help drill, skip Platt's TIME TO WALK and read Rubin's ON THE BEATEN PATH (2000) or Bryson's WALK IN THE WOODS (1999) instead. G. Merritt
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Summary: Should be on everyone's reading list
Review: Jay began his journey with the difficulty of a forced career change along with a genetic disease that can devastate even the best of people if they allow it. His positive attitude is reflected by his inspirational writings that help us all to deal with both our real and unreal problems. Jay has a way of finding the words to inspire us to take charge of our lives and continue our walk on life's journey. Jay has written reflections of the trail in his book, inspiring us all to meet the challenges of life head on and to learn from the tough times. "A Time to Walk..." should be on everyone's reading list.
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Summary: Couldn't put it down!
Review: Jay lays it right out there for you. Things you take for granted and don't even think about; makes you stop and realize just how far we have and have not come. Motivated me to get up and take the bull by the horns; to stop procrastinating. The lessons he outlines about determination and never giving up are invaluable.
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Summary: Patch's Book
Review: Jay Platt get thumbs up for his wonderful book which vividly tracks his adventures on the trails. The book captivates the reader in an unforgettable manner. Jay is an inspiration and spiritually uplifting. Jay inspires you to believe you can get up past the boulders and rocky parts of the mountain. You can do anything if you put your mind to it! Now that is motivation to want to read this amazing book!
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Summary: On the mark!
Review: Just got done reading "A Time to Walk..." and loved it! I must admit, the reason I bought it in the first place is because I am planning a thru-hike of the AT this April and thought it would be more of a day to day, journal-type book. However, after finishing the book I found it very informative and have recommended it to several of my friends. Keep up the good work!
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Summary: Learned a lot!
Review: Learned a lot, great tips, very helpful.
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Summary: great
Review: Once I started reading "A time to Walk" I couldn't put it down. From the very begining, each lesson that the author talks about, it makes you think of a related experience in your own life and how you handled it. I would recommend this reading for everyone young and old alike even if you do not you hike, it will teach you something about yourself.
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Summary: A Time to Read
Review: There's no excuse for not reading this one! It's fast and it's practical, and it is by far one of the most inspiring books I have ever read. You don't have to know anything about the Appalachian Trail to appreciate Jay's descriptions of the hardships, the friendships and the beauty he encountered along his thru-hike. You only have to be human to appreciate his insightfulness into how living life compares to hiking a trail that is 2160 miles long through some of the most rugged terrain in the U.S. You will learn how someone who has survived immeasurable suffering has made the best of life's gifts and promise. There is much to be learned here...don't be afraid to take this journey.
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Summary: A Time to Read
Review: There's no excuse for not reading this one! It's fast and it's practical, and it is by far one of the most inspiring books I have ever read. You don't have to know anything about the Appalachian Trail to appreciate Jay's descriptions of the hardships, the friendships and the beauty he encountered along his thru-hike. You only have to be human to appreciate his insightfulness into how living life compares to hiking a trail that is 2160 miles long through some of the most rugged terrain in the U.S. You will learn how someone who has survived immeasurable suffering has made the best of life's gifts and promise. There is much to be learned here...don't be afraid to take this journey.
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