Jennifer D. (Jennmarie68) reviewed Blue Like Play Dough: The Shape of Motherhood in the Grip of God on + 217 more book reviews
I'm not a parent, and I've never read Tricia Goyer before, so I wasn't sure I was going to like this one. But I ended up really liking it.
The book jumps a bit, she'll make her point and then jump to a story that relates to what she's trying to say. I think it takes a very skilled writer to jump around like that, and to not loose the reader, and Tricia does it perfectly. The "jumps" are used as background and they were almost all quite humorous.
I liked her writing style, she doesn't use much description at all and somehow you can see her stories come to life. She writes in a relatable way, even if we've never been in these situations we can imagine what it would be like to be there.
In addition to being a book about parenting, it is also a book about letting God into your life and being able to make time for him and his plan for you. While just about all her stories relate to her church, her relationship with God, or her families ministry work this book was not preachy or pushy. Tricia tells about her struggles in her relationship with God, and how she deals with them.
I think this was a very well written book and I'm glad I got to read it. I really liked the humor and the way she tells a story. I already recommended this one to my little sister (who doesn't have children either) simply because it was a good book. And if you are a parent struggling with raising kids, maintaining your relationship with God, and all the other responsibilities you have I would recommend this one for you. Well, really I'd recommend this one even if none of the above apply to you. The wit and humor is enough to make this enjoyable even if her message doesn't necessarily apply to you.
The book jumps a bit, she'll make her point and then jump to a story that relates to what she's trying to say. I think it takes a very skilled writer to jump around like that, and to not loose the reader, and Tricia does it perfectly. The "jumps" are used as background and they were almost all quite humorous.
I liked her writing style, she doesn't use much description at all and somehow you can see her stories come to life. She writes in a relatable way, even if we've never been in these situations we can imagine what it would be like to be there.
In addition to being a book about parenting, it is also a book about letting God into your life and being able to make time for him and his plan for you. While just about all her stories relate to her church, her relationship with God, or her families ministry work this book was not preachy or pushy. Tricia tells about her struggles in her relationship with God, and how she deals with them.
I think this was a very well written book and I'm glad I got to read it. I really liked the humor and the way she tells a story. I already recommended this one to my little sister (who doesn't have children either) simply because it was a good book. And if you are a parent struggling with raising kids, maintaining your relationship with God, and all the other responsibilities you have I would recommend this one for you. Well, really I'd recommend this one even if none of the above apply to you. The wit and humor is enough to make this enjoyable even if her message doesn't necessarily apply to you.
Kelly B. (kellyblackwell) reviewed Blue Like Play Dough: The Shape of Motherhood in the Grip of God on + 7 more book reviews
I was pleasantly surprised by Tricia's open and honest take on her life. To be honest, I have not known many imperfect Christians. I know myself and I have had my own struggles that are none too pretty, but to read a book by a well-known Christian author who is so open with the ups and downs of her life was something that I didn't expect. I almost laughed with glee over the fact that I had found a book that I could relate to. YAY Tricia! What a joy it was to read a book from a woman who understands the way I have felt in my life as I struggled as a single mom, being the wrong girl, filling the love void completely the wrong way, and being totally and often painfully aware of my own imperfections. Tricia's walk in life has not been identical to mine, but so many of her struggles and triumphs rang true to me. With REAL stories, Tricia communicates to the reader how God is present in all things. You see how God works and is working in her life. How God brought her husband John into her life and how John absolutely was Tricia's perfect fit.
Not one of us is perfect, but we are perfect in the eyes of God and as our father, he is going to provide people and experiences to us to help us understand His love and purpose better. We will go through experiences that aren't pleasant, but each thing we move through we GROW through.
This fabulous book goes through many points of Tricia and her family's life. You are going to jump around a bit, but that really is its beauty. I think many people will see themselves in Tricia's story from childhood and beyond. I could see Tricia as a little girl wanting so desperately to feel loved. Who couldn't relate to the frazzled state that many of us fall into as the day-to-day life demands keep pounding on the door and pretty much shove that door right onto us?
Reading what Tricia went through and what she has learned, and reading how she tackles life's events now, has inspired me. God loves me just as he loves her. What an exciting thing to know that God has his own plans for my life! He has set me apart for His purpose! Isn't that amazing. Because truly God loves us, you, me, our families, and our neighbors. Each and every one. We all can reach out to him at any time during our day, and He is reaching out to us. How cool is this?
I certainly recommend this fabulous read! This book will finally give you the permission to stop worrying about how you look to everyone else and start seeing yourself for the fabulous child you are. The ups and downs in your life are taking you somewhere sweet. Listen and learn what God has in store for you!
Not one of us is perfect, but we are perfect in the eyes of God and as our father, he is going to provide people and experiences to us to help us understand His love and purpose better. We will go through experiences that aren't pleasant, but each thing we move through we GROW through.
This fabulous book goes through many points of Tricia and her family's life. You are going to jump around a bit, but that really is its beauty. I think many people will see themselves in Tricia's story from childhood and beyond. I could see Tricia as a little girl wanting so desperately to feel loved. Who couldn't relate to the frazzled state that many of us fall into as the day-to-day life demands keep pounding on the door and pretty much shove that door right onto us?
Reading what Tricia went through and what she has learned, and reading how she tackles life's events now, has inspired me. God loves me just as he loves her. What an exciting thing to know that God has his own plans for my life! He has set me apart for His purpose! Isn't that amazing. Because truly God loves us, you, me, our families, and our neighbors. Each and every one. We all can reach out to him at any time during our day, and He is reaching out to us. How cool is this?
I certainly recommend this fabulous read! This book will finally give you the permission to stop worrying about how you look to everyone else and start seeing yourself for the fabulous child you are. The ups and downs in your life are taking you somewhere sweet. Listen and learn what God has in store for you!
