I Talk Slower Than I Think: An Antidote to Helicopter Parenting
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| Rating | : | 4.22 (674 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 098579500X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 138 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-08-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
He incorporates snippets of history worthy of being included in American Southern literature.""side-splitting laughteras well as some somber moments that draw the heartstrings tight."I laughed until my sides ached while reading, and continued to chuckle and smile for days later as I relived Bonner's "tongue in cheek" accounts of his family life and reflected on my own childhood foibles.by Richard R. Blake, for Reader Views 9 Nov 2012"This autobiographical book of short stories touches the heart of those of us from Mr. "deftly weaves absorbing stories of childhood a
These stories remind grown-ups of simpler, more satisfying times and give adolescents a chance to discover the fun of exploring the wonders just outside their door. Bonner includes satire, side-splitting comedy, and emotionally-packed stories, of family love, loyal friendships, and a proud legacy of uncompromising ethics, and expressions of parental love." . Mature readers will chuckle, "I remember doing that," while younger readers whisper, "I wish I could try that."Richard R. Bonner's sketches bring new meaning to the depth of family love and the joy that comes through meaningful friendships. Listen to tales of his second cousin, twice (forcibly) removed. Cover Illustration by Patricia Garrigus. In his Southern family humor book of coming of age tales I Talk Slower Than I Think, author C. Bonner. They taught the boys lessons as they met the boys' mischief with their own pranks. Author: C. D. He incorporates snippets of history worthy of being included in American Southern literature." --Richard R. In just a few of his tales, a child must dodge bobcats on the way to the bathro
Great Read! William Ogden Haynes Some of the reviews of this book emphasize the humor that it contains and there is certainly that in good measure. But I found that many of the stories were evocative and moving as well. The memoirs take us back to a simpler time and place before the intrusion of technology into the lives of children growing up. Those of us who grew up in that era can identify with most of the tales whether they are humorous or poignant. Each story can stand on its own so it is a great book to chip away at for bedtime reading. I congratulate Mr. Bonner on a job well done. A MUST read by C.D. Bonner This book is chocked full of adventurous times from the 60’s and 70’s of a southern family. He describes them as poor and by material standards, they probably were. I describe them as rich. They had respect for each other and were able to learn so much that doesn’t have a monetary value. How to prepare Cat Head biscuits, how to collect worms and store them until you go fishing. I’m not sure my Mother would have laughed in that situation, as his Mother did. I had many belly laughs as I read his adventures. Some of which were very d. "Times revisited" according to Fonda. Delightful humorous stories. Anyone who has grown up in the South will relate to these stories. I guess it is what we would call the good old days.