Out of the Wreckage: The Pop Stories
Paperback, 184 pages
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Age happens--then everything else hits the fan. When my father-in-law's life changes overnight, mine does, too. These mostly light-hearted stories offer encouragement to others in a similar situation--past, present or future. See Pop romance the Little Debbie brownies, battle against bathing, and enjoy being the "only rooster in the henhouse." Meet the Old Lady Gang at Mayberry, and Bossy Barb, the elf Santa doesn't talk about. Pop’s stories also candidly describe how he adjusts to communal living, handles his increasing infirmity and his approaching death from pancreatic cancer. We’re all riding the same train, so join us on our simple adventures as we haul ourselves out of the wreckage. (Also available at amazon.com, on Kindle, and at www.barbara-blanks.com)
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posting for karla k. morton
09/10/2009
I just wanted to take a moment and tell you how much I am enjoying your Pop's book.
It's so honest and open and heartfelt -- and such a loving tribute.
Thank you so much for writing this, I know it must be a great comfort to so many people around the world, and reminds me of taking care of my own mother-in-law!
Your humor and love abounds.
karla k. morton
2010 Texas Poet Laureate
"A Real Charmer"
This book is such a wonderful mix of humor and the hard facts of a life near it's end. I found myself unable to put it down and smiling through my tears. Like Pop would charm everyone around him, this book will charm it's readers.
"Out of the Wreckage----finished!"
I am done. I called Barb yesterday to tell her how much I loved the book and didn't want to finish it. I SOBBED through the last pages. I now have watermarks on my book without using a Versamark pad! I even went to Google and looked for Mayberry Gardens and now have a visual to put with the book. For those of you who have not purchased the book yet, I recommend that you do. It is a book that shares the true spirit of our fellow friend and stamper, St. Flossie. I certainly think Barb has found her calling. I am looking forward to the next book!!! Barb.....thanks for sharing your life with us, for sharing Pop, and John, Charlie, your Mom, and the rest of the family. Pop was a good Pop, and I know he is smiling down on you. You have made him proud.
"The Pop Stories are a must read--"
I was giggling one minute, and sniffling with teary eyes the next. Barb has a way of making you feel like you're right there, and it seemed she had good insight into Pop's feelings.
I didn't want it to end and I find myself thinking about Pop, Barb, John, and the residents of Mayberry often. It's quite a lesson in compassion and patience.
Gail
I didn't want it to end and I find myself thinking about Pop, Barb, John, and the residents of Mayberry often. It's quite a lesson in compassion and patience.
Gail
Jan 11-2010
My husband and I have been reading "Out of the Wreckage" (aloud) to each other. Last night we read the last page...wow. Barb is a woman who knows how to touch the heart, tell the truth, and make us laugh. We both appreciate her words and for telling Pop's story.
Those few words don't come close to expressing the impact her book had on us. She has that rare ability to weave humor, tears, and frankness into a story we all need to know because [sometime] we will all be in similar positions. However, not everyone has someone in their life to give the love, care, and tenderness she gave to Pop. Thus, she offered a benchmark for us all.
Linda Johnson in France
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