The Meat and Potatoes of Life by Lisa Smith Molinari

“I also make use of lists through bullet-journaling, which promotes both goal-setting and memory-making.”īrenda, also a coauthor of Stories Around the Table, is a life-long journal keeper and believes strongly in the power of stories and personal writing. It is a soothing practice that brings order to my world,” she says. “Writing and then organizing lists helps me unravel thoughts that bring confusion or anxiety. Writing became my way of sorting through the overwhelming details of daily life, distilling them down to what really mattered-and more importantly-what really didn’t.”īrenda Pace, author of several books, including the four-book series Journey of a Military Wife: God’s Truth for Every Step, says lists are powerful tools for her as well, serving as more than reminders about what to do and when to do it. Whether I’m writing a to-do list or the beginning of a column for the week, it has a grounding effect for me. I can peel away all those details, put them in their boxes, and close them up. “I’m scattered until I sit down, think things through, and put them on paper. “Lists help me organize, sort through, prioritize, and manage stress and worry,” says Lisa.

“How is it possible to blend belly-shaking laughs with poignancy? I envy Lisa Smith Molinari’s gift for stringing together laughs and lessons.Lisa Smith Molinari’s career as a nationally syndicated columnist and book author began when she started making lists to help her organize and process the chaos of her daily life. Jerry Zezima, nationally syndicated humorist and author In The Meat and Potatoes of Life, Molinari writes … with love, warmth and humor.” “If Erma Bombeck came back as a military wife and mother, she’d be Lisa Smith Molinari. Amy Newmark, editor-in-chief, Chicken Soup for the Soul “This is a wonderful look inside the kind of family we all want to invite home to dinner.” Teri Rizvi, founder and director of the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop “ … engaging stories that resonate … pure Erma Bombeck …”

- Gina Barreca, author of They Used to Call Me Snow White … But I Drifted “…hilariously honest, beautifully engaging, and vividly written … A must-read.” Bruce Cameron, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Dog’s Purpose

observes modern life with fresh imagery, wry wit, and capturing the service of motherhood with candor, humor, and grace.” there is a palpable sense of wonder for everything from a dog’s shedding to parenthood.

The Meat and Potatoes of Life by Lisa Smith Molinari