'Morsels of the "Mom" Experience' Thirteen essays offer tasty morsels of a mother's experience weaving her own childhood stories of mother and grandmother into her present experience as the mom of two growing boys. read more... ~ Kindra Fehr, Catalyst Magazine June 07 'A Charming Collection' [This book] is a charming collection by Utah mother-writer Robin Lynn Pratt. Each of the book's thirteen essays can stand on its own and is brief enough to enjoy over a quick cup of coffee. I read the book in brief bites, tasty morsels really, and found that Pratt's words reflections on mothering and being mothered stayed with me throughout the day... read more ~ Kim Moldofsky, 'Hormone-Colored Days' Blogger 'A Wonderful Opportunity' Pratt's essays capture the quiet moments a parent experiences amongst all the surrounding turmoil. For many of us ten minutes is a luxury we rarely afford ourselves. To find those times, hold them dear and take a moment to read Robin's book would be a wonderful opportunity... ~ BloggingBaby.com 2006/05/18 'Every Mother Needs It' Loved your book! It brings back memories of being the mother of young children. To get ten uninterrupted minutes alone was much desired. A friend of mine who also had young children would take refuge in the bathroom. However, it never did work very well, because the children would stand snuffling at the door. Thanks for writing this book. Every mother needs it... ~ Peggy Kadir, Salt Lake City, Utah |
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'A Must Read' If it were only about the journey, the collection would be a must read, but Ms. Pratt's prose and insight make the trip beautiful and memorable. Take Ten is essential for any reader who is a parent or has one. Pratt's stories and observations are indeed "...maps to places of comfort and imagination. ~ Mary Winsor, 2006 Pushcart Prize nominee "Each essay is short and sweet, a 10-minute retreat from the hurried life of a parent..." Catalyst Magazine June 07 'Elegant, Charming and Poignant' If you have not had the pleasure of spending time with [Robin] and her three boys (husband and two sons) through her elegant, charming and poignant stories, you are in for a treat. ~ Tina Reed, Richmond, KY for 'Mother's Boxes' My mom sent me your essay on care packages. It was great! Pulled at my heart strings. ~ September Schuler, Carrolton, Texas |
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