Literary Reviews
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Hubbard House, Inc. (95 bed women's shelter) by Gail Patin, Director of Women's Services Language is really not adequate when attempting to describe how a book can mean the difference between life and death for victims of domestic violence. Yet, SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM has truly been a lifesaver to the women who come to our domestic violence center fleeing abusive homes. These courageous women often feel lost and overwhelmed with all the intricacies involved with living on their own. SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM has made these transitions exponentially possible. The style and content of this book facilitates understanding and practical steps towards independence. SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM is truly the North Star for survivors of domestic violence. PATHWAYS Practical Digest by the National Indian Child Welfare Association (excerpts) SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM is a manual that gives vital information and critical tips for single mothers. It is up-to-date and includes a comprehensive range of issues. A NICWA staff person reading the manual said, "Wow, the part on saving money is worth the price of the book alone!" Each year the book is updated to reflect current situations in the United States system. The book is based on extensive research and the principles of operations enhancement applied to the daily living of single mothers in America. I highly recommend this book. A male reader from Des Plaines, IL I read T.J.Terry's book, SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM, when I had her as a guest on my radio talk show in Chicago. What stood out for me while reading the book in preparation for the show, was the positive thrust as well as the detailed approach to the concept of running a household as a small business. Steeped in practicality, the book details budgeting techniques, the most efficient use of utilities, recycling clean up and has an unexpected but informative chapter on income taxes. In fact the book is so good, it could easily be for anyone who desires to live frugally while still having some fun - and for that Ms. Terry has included a chapter on entertainment! Highly recommended! Children Don't Come First In Her Book: by Madeline Hopkinson, newspaper staff writer (excerpts) SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM, A Practical Guide to Self-sufficient Survival teaches a parenting philosophy different from the one she and many other women learned from their parents. She uses the analogy of the emergency oxygen masks on in an airplane. "If The plane is plummeting you don't put the oxygen mask on the child first. You put it on yourself and then the child. If you pass out, the child is left incapable." She also teaches single moms self-confidence in an "I can, I did, I will" technique. T.J. believes the single mom household is like a small business. As an operations researcher in healthcare and an educator, T.J. teaches business and operations principles as the basis for efficiency and effectiveness. Her conferences are conducted across the U.S. She is devoted to children and believes "If we help the mothers we will help all their children." "You should read the emails and letters I received from mothers who have used the book. They tell me how the many ways the book helped them. That really keeps me going!" Women's Radio Network by Penni Wild and Ann Thouton Thank you for being on our live talk show. We had wonderful feedback on the information you shared. It was extremely helpful and insightful and your high energy was a great addition. You have a tremendous mission and a huge heart! Book Offers Advice for Single Mothers (newspaper article-excerpts) by Elaine Kenny Over the last decade there has been a 72% increase in the number of single mom households in America according to T.J. quoting the U.S. Census bureau. But I knew that, she says! The first edition of SUDDENLY SINGLE MOM came out in 1993. It is updated every year or so. It is also true that there are more then 14 million children in the United States living in poverty, and the majority of those live in a home with a single mother. T.J. says, the book does not care what circumstances caused the situation but rather it is a practical guide to making life better for yourself and your children while living, healthy, happy, growing lives. "Panic is the most common word to describe the feeling when all the responsibilities of children, the home, and employment are placed on the shoulders of these women. The key to success is knowledge." She said her book is designed to be pulled off the shelf and used time and time again as a reference book. The purpose of this book is to stimulate thinking and action. It is being used in every state of the United States. Highly recommended-a 10 star !!! |
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