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So Far: Reflections on the Journey
So Far: Reflections on the Journey
So Far: Reflections on the Journey
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In his winning collection of essays, So Far: Reflections on the Journey, author Ben Dillow writes of the un-common pleasures that come from the mundane elements of life: family, work, travel and play. Though autobiographical in nature, the narratives weave a web of common human experiences that will evoke nods of familiarity and smiles of appreciation. From the high expectations of an anniversary cruise to a simple home improvement project run amuck, these stories offer canny perspectives on lifes journey.

Essay collections abound, but few can match the pleasures of Ben Dillows wonderful album. Just interested in good stories? Hes a master story teller, and like Garrison Keillor, he has an eagles eye for warmhearted humor in things we often miss. Whatever your mood or your need, Dillow has a story, a thought, an image, a frozen moment, or a surprising insight that can brighten your day and maybe even change the way you see your own journey.

William E. McDonald

LanguageEnglish
PublisheriUniverse
Release dateFeb 17, 2011
ISBN9781450282598
So Far: Reflections on the Journey
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Ben Dillow

Ben Dillow is a father of three, grandfather of four, and the husband of one. He was born and raised in the Midwest, but has lived for the past forty-five years in Redlands, California, where he and his wife, Darla, raised their family. He served at the University of Redlands as Debate Coach, professor of Speech and Academic Dean.

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