Give someone a lift! Following a series of misadventures trying to get to Nauvoo on an airplane with several nieces and nephews, Sheri Dew writes t...
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Sep 05, 2008
Melissa T
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I have to say, Sheri Dew is not my favorite LDS author because I think she has the same problem I do: she talks sometimes when she should be listening. However, I respect her testimony and her amazing ability to embrace life and make lemonade out of lemons. I liked this book, I find myself having to put it down and take a mental break to absorb all the information that is being presented in often rapid - fire style; especially her thoughts on how we create many of our own mountains - which I
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Dec 08, 2010
Anngela
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I've been given two copies of this book in the last five years so it's clearly something that people that love me think I need reminding. I pulled it off the shelf for a third time up re-read because I'm going through a difficult time again.
Even the first time through it really wasn't anything new or profound, although the chapters on charity are particularly good and one passage in particular provided an insight and change in perspective. "when we plead for the gift of charity, More...
Even the first time through it really wasn't anything new or profound, although the chapters on charity are particularly good and one passage in particular provided an insight and change in perspective. "when we plead for the gift of charity, More...
Sep 13, 2008
leslie
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She's a great writer. Some motivational books are lots of "Yay! You can do it! You're so awesome! I know you can do anything you put your mind to!" But hers are more effective for me, because I feel like she's saying more along the lines of: "Get up, off your butt, and do what you know you should be doing. It really will make you happier, even though it's harder."
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Aug 19, 2011
Afton
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One of my favorite things about visiting my mother-in-law's house is borrowing her jewelry and books while I'm in Utah. She had a couple of little LDS books that I read in a few days. I loved this book. I always enjoy reading the wisdom of Sheri Dew. She has a beautiful gift of explaining things in a way that is easy to understand and illustrates points from stories in her life. A few of the stories were even ones that she admitted that she made a bad choice, but she learned from them! This
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Sep 06, 2010
Nancy
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I liked this book so much I haven't started reading Mockingjay yet....I wanted to finish this one first! Sheri Dew has a great way of being encouraging while pointing out ways to improve in areas where we may be falling short. I felt inspired to seek to follow the Savior more earnestly and to truly walk the Christian walk more completely in my life.
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"Why do we compete with each other? If we all had the capacity to work at our peak every day More...
Two favorite quotes:
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Aug 04, 2011
Jaclyn
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3.5 stars. A great, quick, inspirational pick-me-up. Most of it has been heard before, but it was still very strengthening and supportive. I especially enjoyed Dew's sections on charity and on seeking spiritual gifts. Two chapters in particular (about chastity and virtue) seemed to be randomly stuck in the middle of the book without reason. They were appreciated and very well written, they just didn't seem to have much to do with Dew's theme of enduring to the end... But other that I really
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Apr 01, 2009
Lizzie
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This is an uplifting read. The ideas & principles have left me with good things to think about - things that I hope will change some of my thoughts & behaviors. One of the main points of the book is that we as LDS women want to feel close to the Savior but don't seem to find time to do the basic things (searching the scriptures, saying sincere daily prayer) that allow that to happen. This book was a good reminder of priorities. Sheri Dew really tapped into some of the qualities we possess as
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Aug 17, 2009
Heidi
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I needed to have an LDS audio book to listen to during my trip home to Delaware, as well as for future Sunday drives to and from church. I ended up buying more than one, but this was one that I had aimed for. Well, it was anything by Sheri Dew--especially if she was reading it herself! "No Doubt about It" was not available, and I had wanted to read this one as well, so I bought this.
It was wonderful. I have always greatly admired Sis. Dew. I look up to her in many ways and More...
It was wonderful. I have always greatly admired Sis. Dew. I look up to her in many ways and More...
Mar 28, 2008
Amiee
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This was the selection for the Cache LAPoudre bookclub this month. I admit, I was skeptical about reading it. I thought the title is kind of lame and I don't really like self help/doctrinal books, so I borrowed it from a friend and figured I would scan the book so that I could discuss it and support Norma, who chose the book. Well, I read all night. I loved it. This book actually changed the way I view myself and my realtionship with God.
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Jun 08, 2011
Ruth
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Sheri Dew says things that awake my understanding of women and our roles on Earth. I love the end where she talks about consistently and dilligently seeking after our Savior. It is not enough to sort of do this. Sometimes we expect Him to come to us without even so much as taking a step of faith towards Heaven. Through her struggles in life she has learned so much that has benefited me. I love this book.
Oct 28, 2009
Jules
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I grabbed this because I thought it would be a light and entertaining read while my child was sick on Sunday. I must be at a time in my life where I was ready for it, but I feel like everything in this book just clicked for me. There wasn't really anything I haven't heard before, but I feel healed and that I'll be a better person for having read it. It was just right for me.
Nov 29, 2008
Julie
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Another wonderful book from Sheri Dew. She is one of the few people who can really motivate me to change and become a better person. Wow! Would I love to have dinner with her! Have you ever played the game of choosing 10 people you would like to have dinner with? I have and she is number ONE!
Dec 31, 2010
Kimberly
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A fun little gem of the book. I listened to the audio version, which I believe was read by Sheri Dew herself and it was great! She shares so many fresh, fun experiences as she encourages those who are frustrated by life's trials. An easy read, and an inspiring pick-me-up. Go read it now!
Nov 08, 2009
Mary
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I wasn't really excited to read this book, but I am really glad that I did. I have admired Sheri Dew for many years, but, I just wasn't in the mood for a serious book. It was something I really needed to read though. There was good insight and perspective on behaviour - that applied to me, because I am human- and it caused me to reflect on my behaviour and my faith, and my attitude. Yes it is a non-fiction, church book, but very engaging and entertaining as well as inspiring and insightful.
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Apr 25, 2009
Melissa
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This book was fantastic, the chapter on Charity I quoted from extensively in a Relief Society Lesson. I love Sheri Dew anyway, she doesn't coddle, she says "remember who you are, quit feeling sorry for yourself, shape up and do it now". It's the type of tough love I need.
Feb 02, 2010
Stephi K.
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My husband felt like the title was too precocious, but when I explained why it was titled that, he understood. This book had many great insights. My favorite was when Sheri Dew addressed the UN gathering and what she said. Probably my favorite I've read by her.
Jan 23, 2009
Inspired Kathy
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Sheri Dew is amazing. This book is one of the most motivating books I have read. It is packed full of eternal truths and hope. A must read for all LDS women!
It also contains one of the clearest explainations I've ever heard of why same sex marriage must be opposed.
It also contains one of the clearest explainations I've ever heard of why same sex marriage must be opposed.
Nov 27, 2011
Lisa
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A wonderfully inspiring book by Sheri Dew. She has a true talent for teaching concepts in a way that inspire me to try harder, to be a better person, and yet not get down on myself. I loved her analogies, and also the thought that life is hard for a reason, and through our trials, we come closer to God.
Aug 11, 2010
Suzette
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Well, I'm on a little Sheri Dew kick here. Actually, I was on vacation, staying at a friends, and her books were there in the room I was sleeping in and I decided to read them. I really needed the insights I gained from this book. Very uplifting.
Apr 12, 2010
Teddy
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a super book that I really needed to read right now. I've been going back and forth as to where to put Race in school next year. Such a big decision. This book really helped me in my search for answers. I love the was Sheri Dew writes.
Aug 24, 2010
Tanya
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This is a nice little book - nothing new or profound, though I guess I should have guessed that from the title. I always enjoy Dew's perspective; as a single woman she so unabashedly asserts that marriage and children are God's intentions for us.
May 05, 2010
Kate
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I listened to this on CD with Sheri Dew as the narrator, and it was absolutely beautiful. I've found myself musing time and time again over some of the passages in this book, my favorite part of which discussed charity extensively.
Dec 05, 2008
Katielin317
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Loved this. Loved loved loved this. I read it at the right time (while Kent was deployed) and it uplifted me and pushed me to serve others so I might forget my own loneliness. But it is a great book regardless of life situation.
Apr 07, 2009
Mindy
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There is a section in this book that changed how I think about charity. It explains in detail what it is and what we are really asking when we pray to have it. This whole book is good, but especially this section I really love.
Jul 20, 2009
Pauline
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I enjoy Sheri Dew's writing style and no non-sense wisdom. I work full-time and love to read but since I have limited time I take advantage of audio books, preferably the unabridged Cd's. This is one of my collection.
Apr 24, 2009
I really needed this book at this point in my life. Sheri Dew is a refreshing voice in a culture that tends to mummify expression. I have gained a lot of insight from information I already knew but had connected with.
Feb 09, 2011
Allyson
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Very uplifting and enjoyable book. Stuff I needed to hear. Love Sheri Dew ~ I want to be like her when I grow up! My favorite chapter...The Lord Will Carry Our Burdens, but not Our Baggage... the whole books is great! I highly recommend it.
Sep 29, 2010
Debbie
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This was my third time to read/listen to this book. Never gets old and I never tire of hearing the voice and words of Sheri Dew. I really needed this now though. It brought some real balance to my thinking.
Dec 20, 2009
Darla
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A fantastic, faith affirming read. I really feel Sheri Dew is a woman for the ages. No sappy Molly Mormon stories that make me sick and have very little bearing on the average person's life. Thank you, Sheri.
