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Summary: A compelling read on the issue of balancing work/family
Comment: I thought this was an excellent book and really touched on the issue of balancing work and family.
It was fascinating to read the stories of very succesful women who probably appear very self
confident about their very successful careers, but who are really struggling. I found it
motivating to hear their stories of how they balanced work and family, even though some of it was
a bit hard to relate to (i.e. taking a $50,000/year pay cut when you're making $450,000/year!). I
found this book to be inspiring and a must read for anyone struggling with these issues.

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Summary: Spoiled Wives! (Except one)
Comment: It was difficult for me to empathize with Meredith and Rachael. Their lives seemed to have
everything, but their lack of maturity stopped them from realizing this and finding joy. These two
women were in deep need of therapy to resolve past mother-issue problems that now seemed to
dominate their decision making capability and their day-to-day functioning. Both Meredith and
Rachel are smart, financially stable and have, what seems, very understanding, caring, and
husbands. I found both Meredith and Rachel very spoiled! They totally erased these blessings to
dwell on their angst, their woe is me! attitude, and their inability to self-sacrifice. Alison,
the third women, has the same advantages of Meredith and Rachael, but approaches life pro-actively.
She looks for counsel among friends and professionals, she evaluates situation, and handles
frustration and inequity with aplomb and class. Alison, knows that every decision in life entails
some sacrifice. I wish the book were more about women like Alison. Since it was not, I give it
one star...the star goes to Alison.

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