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Author: Elizabeth Thompson
Publisher: Gallaudet University Press (2008)
Binding: Paperback, 204 pages
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Liz for a number of years. Day by Day gives those of us fortunate enough to have good hearing a true insight into what it’s like to lose something we take for granted every day.
Her explanations of what she and others with similar problems have gone through were covered in just enough detail to understand without being overwhelmed. The use of her past columns in the newspaper worked very nicely to tell her story.
Liz is a very inquisitive person (perfect for a reporter) who has a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge with others. This is very evident throughout this delightful book.
I especially enjoyed the chapter “Enjoy the Ride” where Liz featured one of her many past columns to tell the story about the challenges of driving a stick-shift on the hills of San Francisco and comparing that to dealing with her hearing loss.
Regardless of our health concerns, we all need to take the ups and downs of life in stride if we hope to be happy and to “enjoy the ride” as life is too short to do otherwise, as Liz tells us in this chapter.
The chapter “Marriage Vows Become a Reality” is a heartwarming story of two people who were truly destined to be life-long partners. It’s very apparent to all that know Liz and Bob that they have a wonderful relationship based on trust and support which comes through in many place in this book.
I’d highly recommend Day By Day as a tool to gain insight and inspiration for how to deal with adversity, whether it’s hearing loss, multiple sclerosis or any of the major challenges we may encounter. You’ll come away with some meaningful ideas that can work for you no matter what challenge you face in your life.
“Day By Day is a “keeper” and one I plan to share with family and friends
