It doesn't matter who you talk to, everyone thinks their generation was the best. Even those who experienced tremendous hardships recall mostly the good bits, and my Grandma is no exception. Whilst she's survived two world wars and been surrounded by lots of death, endured years of hard work without the modern conveniences we now take for granted, she still maintains she's probably seen the best in mankind. She's helped bring babies into the world, and washed and lain dead people out, something common for many people of her generation. She comes from an era when people were strong, resilient and didn't just care about material things, but friends and neighbours too. They were proud, independent and hard working. They didn't rely on handouts, didn't think the world owed them any favours and when things were broke, they fixed them. That went for relationships as well as "stuff," and it's a philosophy many of us would do well to adopt. This is the story of my Grandma Godbold, and is based on the conversations we've had together over the years. Whilst it will be of most interest to her family, Ida Godbod, is a remarkable woman in my opinion. She's part of my history. Indeed, but for her I wouldn't be here to tell this tale, so if you're sitting comfortably, let me tell you a little bit about the woman who's top of my family tree.

A Life In Rhyme - My Story is the first book in a collection of rhyming story poems I've written over a period of years. None of them were initially written for book publication, but I have received such encouragement from friends and family about them all, I've decided to compile the verses into four different titles. Book 1 introduces you to why and how I started my writing career, not only through my rhyming verses, but also via the background information accompanying each unique poem. In this book, you are introduced to my son Jodi who has autism and whose disability proved the catalyst for my rhyming poems and verses. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoyed writing them.

A Life In Rhyme - Life's Observations is the fourth book in a collection of rhyming story poems I've written over a period of years. None of them were initially written for book publication, but I have received such encouragement from friends and family about them, I've decided to compile the verses into four different titles. Book 4 introduces you to story poems I've written about events in my life and random observations, together with some of the rhyming verse included in the other books I've written. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoyed writing them.

A Life In Rhyme - People Poems is the third book in a collection of rhyming story poems I've written over a period of years. None of them were initially written for book publication, but I have received such encouragement from friends and family about them, I've decided to compile the verses into four different titles. Book 3 introduces you to friends and acquaintances and the story poems I've written for them for special events in their lives. I've changed the names of all the recipients, but not the actual poems I wrote for them. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoyed writing them.

A Life In Rhyme - My Family is the second book in a collection of rhyming story poems I've written over a period of years. None of them were initially written for book publication, but I have received such encouragement from friends and family about them, I've decided to compile the verses into four different titles. Book 2 introduces you to my family and the story poems I've written for them on their special birthdays and anniversaries. Each one is like a This Is Your Life set in rhyme. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoyed writing them.

Jodi Goes To The Farm is a very educational, illustrated picture story book written in rhyming verse describing a day trip to the Farm by a young lad and his mother. Each page reveals some interesting facts about the particular animal and the manner in which the story is written makes them easier for the child to remember. The book also includes some additional facts about the animals mentioned in the poem, which can be discussed afterwards. Finally, the book is completed by some animal jokes. Please note this book is available as a photo version, PLUS if you would like to listen to the audio of the story, please go to http: //jeanshawbooks.info/childrens-books-2/jodi-goes-to-the-farm/ Thank you

Concerns of Women Over 50 by Jean Shaw looks at the anxieties affecting most women in midlife. Based on conversations with old school friends, Jean reflects on issues she and her peers are currently facing, such as problems with diet, exercise, finance, health, relationships, sleep and weight gain. The topics in Concerns of Women over Fifty are discussed in a conversational way, and Jean intersperces her thoughts with jokes and quotes about the subjects under review. Whilst not claiming to be an expert on anything, she suggests small changes you can make in your life to improve the golden years, which come to us all. She emphasises what you most likely already know, and that is the link between diet, weight and health, plus the importance of working hard to maintain strong finances and relationships. After all, personal wealth comes in many forms, doesn't it?