One of my favorite books of ALL TIME is called "HELP! I'm Being Intimidated By The Proverbs 31 Woman" by Nancy Kennedy.
This book is actually no longer in print and I've purchased it through used bookstores and Amazon.com. I first read this book when I was 18 years old. My ex husband was 19 and I was pregnant with our daughter. Everyday I was badgered and hounded and plagued by the "submission rant". Him, his mom, his dad... over and over and OVER! They made submission ugly and something to be feared. I picked the book up randomly while looking for someone, some author, to help me. I was alone up against a force bigger than me. "Bullies" if you will. Nancy Kennedy took the 31st chapter of Proverbs and made it funny and really let her bold and beautiful personality and cleverness shine through. She made me understand what it takes to be a VW (no not Volkswagon, silly!) virtuous woman. She made it okay to not be perfect, and she let me see her own struggles. In my case the battle was hard and not one I would ever win. I have a clear understanding of submission and a wife's role. She was a friend and mentor when I needed one, and she continues to be a light to me. Even though I am not married anymore, I'm hopeful. She has several other books available, all wonderful,but this is one that really impacted me and who i am today.
I have heard of that book before, never had a chance to read it though.... It sounds great!
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