About the Book:
Roxanne sees a frumpy, dumpy, painfully plain, rundown single mother when she looks in the mirror.
For the past several years Roxanne has put all her energy into raising her young daughter, Calleigh. During this time she has lost sight of who she is and where she is going. A new job, an unexpected guest, and a fresh look at her teenage daughter give Roxanne new insights into how her life has spiraled into a vortex of nothingness.
She wants to change and she is willing to try just about anything to meet her goals. Unfortunately, Roxanne focuses on external issues such as her ever-increasing weight, and loses sight of how her actions affect the growth and development of Calleigh.
With a little help , Roxanne realizes that true beauty comes from within and fad diets really don’t work. There are no quick fixes in life, martyrdom isn’t good for anyone, and self acceptance, both of body and soul, are essential for inner peace and happiness.
My Thoughts:
Reflections is such a wonderful book. There were so many moments that I could relate too and found myself feeling a connection with Roxanne. It is a book that I honestly think that teenaged girls should read so they realize that at some point later in life they may be right where Roxanne is. Learning that peace and happiness starts within yourself and not all the outside stuff is a tough lesson that takes many years to figure out.
I live in a small Georgia town that you most likely have never heard of and I LOVE it! My house is more than full as I am a single mother of four & caregiver to my aging mother and uncle. Lover of all things Outlander. Goes to the beat of her own drum woman.
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This sounds like my kind of book. I love the underlying message being written about and I totally agree about getting young girls to read this and get a head start on that oh-so important lesson in life!
This sounds live a very good read, thanks for the review.
sounds like a great read, and i agree with you teenage girls would benefit from this i think books that teach self worth should be required reading material for them
I always love books that I feel a real connection too and that open my eyes to some sort of positive revelation, I have added this to my list, my daughter is still young… but as I am sure you know the best books and stories never age….
That sounds like a wonderfully uplifting book. I need to read it! Thanks for doing the review!
I like books with a message and this one sounds like a good one!
this book sounds really helpful and has great messages. ill read and recommend it!
It sounds like a good book for all mothers. I think it’s easy for mothers to lose sight of who they are because we tend to be busy serving others’ needs.