Book Review: Hugs, Hope, and Peanut Butter

Finding the Light Behind the Clouds
Hugs, Hope and Peanut Butter
by Marsha Mott Jordan, the creator of Hugs and Hope Foundation
Illustrated by Critically Ill Children

Who hasn’t been depressed or discouraged, weary from struggling with the difficulties we all face in life? Now be honest. We all have. Do you want to quit? Throw in the towel and walk away?

Well… this author understands exactly how you feel as she has faced many losses in her own personal life. She has dedicated this book to the special people in her life that she lost along life’s journey. Through her own losses and struggles, the author shares with us the o­ne constant in her life, God. He has never left her or forsaken her, just as His word promises.

It is Marsha’s hope that as you read about her journey through life that you will learn from the lessons she’s learned.

Her amazing journey and the stories of those included within her book were all written to help the reader find hope, encouragement and perseverance in this race we all call life. Most of all she hopes you will learn to laugh and smile.

The lesson’s of her life and others that are written in this book share what God has for all of us as His children. Humor permeates the pages of this book, but don’t let that fool you there is Bible wisdoms shared within as well.

Some of the lessons we will see the author has learned are in pain, sorrow, and struggles. Some of the chapters include: I’m okay, you’re not okay, but that’s okay; Looking up; Learning to trust. Interwoven within each story you will find nuggets from God’s Word to shine the light of hope into the reader’s life.

Did you know that hugs reduce stress, tension and boost your immunity to sickness? They also raise your self-esteem and lowers blood pressure.

Marsha is also the creator of Hugs and Hope foundation. She began this non profit organization when her own grandson was burned badly. It was her heartfelt desire to put more joy into the lives of seriously ill and injured children. At the request of many of the parents who have received Marsha’s newsletter over the years, she put all her stories in book form.

So what are you waiting for grab your copy today and sit down with the Peanut Butter Queen and find hope again.

Review by Melissa Waters