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3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Humor and Values for this Politically Correct world Jul 17, 2008
By Thomas M. Kablik
While the cover says "written by a writer for writers" it ALSO SAYS, "and OTHERS"--THAT'S ME. The stories are short (written on a topic of a writers' group) and remind me of Andy Roony. You can read a story or two as you relax at night, and pick it up the next night and enjoy a few more stories. AND THOSE STORIES are funny, real glimpses into families (being a kid, raising a kid, dealing with the joys and bumps of life), from the fifties to today, a real antidote for the frustrations of our politically correct, crazy world.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Lake Wobegon Is Actually In New Britain, CT, Not Minnesota Aug 25, 2008
By Robert E. Svensk
Marji Butler's glimpses of life prove once and for all that real life is funnier and more bittersweet than most fiction. The first half of the book is a series of keen, and often hilarious, observations of a girl growing up in a quirky family in a central Connecticut industrial town in the 40's and 50's. The second half comprises vignettes of that same girl as the mother of three daughters, eleven grandchildren and countless numbers of pets. Ms. Butler is a former journalist and columnist for the Hartford Courant and her style reflects her newspaperwoman's flair for detail and keen observation. This book is a welcome relief from the current crop of crime, romance and self-help books on the market today.
A Delightful Book Oct 25, 2008
By Audrey Moir
Marji did an excellent job with telling a variety of heart warming, humorous and feel good stories of days gone by. Her candidness allows the reader to peek into the lives of her family with true Americana style.One soon realizes that Marji's family has always been and continues to be the basis of her existence, and the joys in her life. I enjoyed every page and thank her for sharing her memories.The book is well written and very well thought out and I would recommend the book to anyone who enjoys curling up with a good book in front of a warm cozy fireplace while the apple pie bakes in the oven.
What Self Said to Me Sep 16, 2008
By Sarah T. Reney
"Sally"
I SAID TO MYSELF SELF
BY MARJORIE BUTLER
This book is a collection of vignettes affording a glimpse into the daily life of ordinary persons, doing ordinary things. A coming of age story beginning before the days of political correctness and women's lib and culminating with her thoughts about matters of current interest.
I can't remember when I have had so much fun reading. Ms. Butler is a story teller extraordinaire. There is no rosy prose or hyperbole here. This lady tells it like it is. She allows the reader feel as though she is with an old friend, drinking coffee and reminiscing. You will step into the life and times of the author and the circumstances that shaped her. Her ability to make the ordinary minutiae of daily living interesting is remarkable. The reader will get to know her and what makes her tick. Ms. Butler says that she always wanted to be a writer. She is a writer, a very good one.
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