I Am Older Than Most of You!: Delights and Doubts of A Nonagenarian

Ruth Arent's rhyming poems are refreshing, reflective, and reassuring. Readers of all ages will enjoy a myriad of topics from life's daily challenges to current politics; everything from spilling your food to choosing an optimistic attitude. She shows compassion while charging older family members with responsibility for their attitude and as role models for the younger generations. When shared with others, they may encourage lively discussions as Ruth's wisdom and humor are thought provoking and amusing. Read "I Am Older Than Most of You" together for laughter and conversation which may lead to timely sharing that will be meaningful for all. These inspiring poems will enliven feelings of wellbeing, especially for the older reader. Whether sitting in a rocking chair, going fishing, or running a marathon, there is a poem that will be encouraging.

Author: Sally Arent McCain,Ruth P. Arent
Publisher: Ruth P. Arent
Published: 05/01/2014
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.13lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.08d
ISBN: 9780692212820

About the Author
Ruth Arent, M.A., M.S.W., is a well known international consultant on the subject of children and adults coping with traumatic stress. She retired as a psychiatric social worker, closing a private practice of over 45 years. Her articles have appeared in a number of journals and her most acclaimed book, "Stress and Your Child" (Prentice-Hall), was written for parents as well as professionals. For many years she enjoyed teaching college courses and being a consultant. Her unique wall charts on the child and stress, gifted children, and children in a violent society were distributed in Africa, Australia, Europe, and all of the states. Her book, "Trust Building With Children Who Hurt", was an important counseling resource. Currently, she is living in Corvallis, Oregon, where she is a busy activist enjoying participation with the Raging Grannies. She relishes her summers on an island in Maine and is having a great time as a poet.

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