Publisher's Synopsis
Too much, too fast, and most of it hurts! Sometimes, life feels overwhelming because challenges seem to come in bunches. If you're looking for brief "take-aways" to help you feel less overwhelmed or defeated, this book is for you.
Gleaned from her background as hearer of stories, the author weaves tales reflecting six ways to think and accompanying actions to help you stand back up when life feels slippery or knocks you down. Understanding and applying these simple, practical tools can help put you on firmer ground. Sheryl Freeman has now retired from her private practice as a licensed marriage and family therapist. The core lessons about adaptability and resilience she learned from her Montana homesteading grandparents served her well and expanded as she experienced several moves and varied careers while raising a family. Because of her numerous published articles and training curricula, Sheryl has been an invited presenter in faith communities as well as at national, state, and local conference events related to child welfare. She is also an awarded author of devotional and inspirational material. "Take my advice, if you are trying to cope with life's difficulties, and read Sheryl Freeman's cleverly named book Mud Between My Toes. Check out the book for an explanation of the title. Drawing on her years as a professional therapist, she provides dozens of wonderful examples to illustrate her key points."--Daniel J. Foley, retired journalist and journalism professor [and high school classmate of the author] "When I first met Sheryl Freeman decades ago, I was struck by her big heart and common sense. That big heart and common sense are alive and well in this book, and they combine well with the wit and wisdom she gleaned from years of working with people wanting to make changes in their lives."
--Heather Craig-Oldsen, MSW, Professor Emerita of Social Work "Sheryl and I worked together in Child Welfare for years. The wisdom she had gained through education and life experience has helped many families. I believe this book offers many practical methods which will continue helping others improve their lives."
--Judy Hawk, retired LMSW "As a wife, mother, teacher, and business owner, I have certainly had plenty of mud between my toes. I not only resonate with Sheryl's experiences, I am encouraged by them. Mud Between my Toes may bring a chuckle or a tear, but it is also sure to bring insight and hope. This is the kind of book that goes well with coffee in the morning and sets the pace for better connections and solid footing throughout the day."
--Nancy Varner, Retired Teacher, Business Owner and friend
