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 "AN IMPRESSIVE, PASSIONATE MEMOIR FOR THE LOVE OF LIFE!" Jul 30, 2009
As I read through the life of Chris M. Tatevosian, his touching story struck a chord, sending chills up my spine. Immediately, I had a flashback of the past twenty years of a friendship with a family that I wouldn't trade for the world. A Doctor that I had the honor of meeting in New York, who had multiple sclerosis for many years, and directed a hospital for rehabilitation. His daughter, and I were best friends. At age twenty-five, she was also diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. As I became part of their family, and helped as much as I possibly could, I learned what this disease can do to everyone involved. Chris pours out his heart with
unbelievable courage to tell the world about his mistakes, how you can still love life, and once again see the light at the end of the tunnel. The author tells the readers about his feelings, emotions, and experiences as multiple sclerosis progressively worsened. More important, he describes how a disability can not only destroy the person who has it, but everyone he comes in contact with. In many cases, the misery and anger felt by the person who is disabled is also felt by his caretakers, and loved ones. This memoir of tender feelings is heartfelt, funny, and uplifting. The story is enormously entertaining as we read about a life lived by a man who is filled with faith, and spirit. His encouraging words conveyed to the public to be there for the joy, the tears, and each other, will truly leave an afterthought in the mind of every reader.
I recommend this book to everyone who had to deal with a disability of any kind, and to everyone who is married, or is engaged. Chris clearly defines the building blocks of marriage, why those blocks may begin to crumble, and how to prevent those blocks from falling. The trials and tribulations of Chris M. Tatevosian's life is an inspiration to all. "LIFE INTERRUPTED: IT'S NOT ALL ABOUT ME" is as heartwarming and emotional as PATCH ADAMS with Robin Williams.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Life Interupted Jul 08, 2009
It is good to read a males perspective of this debilatating disease. All of the books that I have read have been written by woman.
I felt the book was very honest and not embelished. It kept to the point's that he was trying to make. Yes it is not all about me. And a sense of humor is very important for ones coping abilities. I am a woman who has had this dreadful challenging disease for about 50 years. I felt compasion for his challenges and I am proud for Chris in the way that he handled his life. The change's that he continued to learn to make so that life worked for him are admirable. It appears that Chris has gown a great deal. I think that what he has to say is very inspiring to others who are open to listening, including myself. I wish him and his family well.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
..."If the writing of this book helps just one couple save their relationship, it will have been time well spent." Jan 16, 2009
A quote from the book..."If the writing of this book helps just one couple save their relationship, it will have been time well spent."
Life Interrupted: It's Not All About Me, by Chris Tatevosian, is an autobiographical account of the author's life with Multiple Sclerosis; it is written from the heart. The author shares how he was diagnosed at a time in his life when he had dreams and expectations for his future, how his life was affected by MS, and his struggles to remain a healthy and active individual. That's just the beginning of the book. The second part of the book focuses on how MS affected not only him but his relationship with his wife at the time.
Mr. Tatevosian shares the mistakes he made and describes his "poor me attitude". The author does not gloss over his mistakes but is brutally honest with his emotions, thoughts and behaviors. This is a book not only for those with a chronic illness or disability but for anyone who needs to gain a better understanding of how words and actions can destroy relationships. Mr. Tatevosian makes a great impact on addressing the "poor me attitude" in a book of only 147 pages. It seems like a short read, but there is so much insight from the author that it is a must have.
Thank you, Chris Tatevosian, for sharing your life story with us.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Great Book Jan 08, 2009
This is a great book for any family with someone suffering from a chronic illness, not just MS. The care givers needs are often overlooked when an illness becomes part of the family. This book gives an honest look at what can happen when communication breaks down and needs are not met. The book provides a good blend of humor to lighten a depressing subject. Well done!
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Wonderfully written from the Heart Sep 26, 2008
I couldn't have been more surprised and delighted once reading, to find this story had not only about the obvious but the underlying struggles this man goes through in the process. Delighted sounds callous, and I don't mean I'm delighted he has the health issues he does. I mean delighted, in that the book had so much more depth to it than I first imagined.
Chris M. Tatevosian humbly writes from his heart to encourage not only those struggling with MS, that there is life with this disease, BUT he writes to encourage everyone to let go of the 'poor pitiful me' syndrome that we all take on with any life challenges. He claims that this PPM (poor pitiful me) syndrome is more dehabilitating than the disease MS itself.
Chris shares his experiences in his life and marriage, and how PMM broke him and his relationship with his wife down bit by bit. He does this to encourage the reader to learn from his mistakes ... to take a different path whether the reader has MS or not. In reading his book, you can clearly see he deeply desires his readers, to count thier blessings daily. He encourages us all to remember those around us ... those who support us. He wants us to not only love them daily but remember not to take them for granted through our PMM.
Chris' testimony and story encouraged me to take life one step at a time, with humor, grace, and patience for all around me.
Whether you're saddled with disease or circumstance, we're all subject to feel sorry for the lot life has dealt us. This book is a wonderfully written reminder to make sure to count our blessings and be aware of those we love around us. To not only be aware of their needs, but tell them every day how much you love and appreciate them. This is a wonderful read and I would highly recommend it.
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