This often whimsical collection of original essays and short reflections considers how we can get along in the world and successfully meet the challenges of life. Author Leslie Miklosy, who enjoys word play, invites the mind to go in new directions and to creatively untie life’s knots. With both humor and seriousness, Miklosy explores topics such as attitude, generosity, sensuality, the unknown and the relationship with self. He seeks to uplift and motivate readers. For example, his observation on solutions: “Any movement toward solution gathers energy; any movement away from solution depletes energy. Act accordingly.” A former administrator in mental health and philanthropy, he lives in Fayetteville. VBW Publishing in College Station, Texas. Softcover, 122 pages, $13.95.

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