While I Still Have All My Marbles: Memoir of a women's advocate through her political activities and extensive travels both domestic and abroad
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| Rating | : | 4.74 (739 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 057811626X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 386 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-08-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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When she went to the Soviet Union, Secretary General Mikhail Gorbachev called Helen’s group Citizen Diplomats for Peace.”—Kathy Hill, retired manager, Pac Bell Yellow Pages. “Helen writes in a pleasant conversational style. Read about her connection to the assassinations of Mayor George Moscone and Supervisor Harvey Milk. Go with her to our country’s most beautiful national parks and monuments
Authentic Americana that shines with thoughtfulness Wendy Bertrand Sometimes you feel like you are reading a mystery, other times a daily journal, or a history chapter —all authentic Americana that shines with thoughtfulness. Helen Fama recalls the detail travels of her decades without assuming what the reader might already know…how could she! So you may read about places you have visited crossing the USA, or you might be a Russian reading her chapter about her Peace exchange mission with the Soviet Union in the 1980&rsquo. "Loved it!" according to Kristin Ellestad. This is truly a wonderful book. Helen Fama has led a truly interesting life. It is written simply - it is not what I call a "brag" book (which many biographies are). She's just Helen who inspires you to take advantage of opportunities and be all you can be.
In retirement, she realized her childhood dreams of dancing and travel. A staunch women’s advocate, she includes much social commentary and a discussion on constitutional changes as well as gratitude for her exciting and romantic life. . Helen Fama has a highly developed social consciousness and was a community leader who helped solve problems when needed. She is a dedicated mother, went to college with her sons, and w
. In retirement, she realized her childhood dreams of dancing and travel. About the Author Helen Fama has a highly developed social consciousness and was a community leader who helped solve problems when needed. She is a dedicated mother, went to college with her sons, and was a charter member of the San Francisco Commission on the Status of Women and a candidate for public office. A staunch women’s advocate, she includes much social commentary and a discussion on constitutional changes as well as gratitude for her exciting and romantic life