A Time Like No Other: My Journey 1946-1967 by Ken Rand

Kenrand.net

https://www.amazon.com/Time-Like-No-Other-1946-1947/dp/1969865504

Historians have labeled the 50s and 60s as a ‘time of innocence, and many feel it was the greatest generation. In the early 50s, we witnessed the birth of television (in black and white). And it was live TV, where the unpredictable could-and would-happen.

People felt safe, and it wasn’t unusual for them to leave their cars and front doors unlocked. In the 50s and 60s, we did not have cell phones or computers for texting and email. We communicated by talking to each other (sometimes for hours) and we wrote ‘hand-written’ letters; imagine that. Things were so different then. Milk and meat tasted different, and even tap water tasted better, (bottled water? What’s that?),

It was also a time when women’s rights and the civil rights movement gained momentum. The world was beginning to change.

I have two goals in writing this book. One is to share my personal life journey and memories with you, and the other is to provide you with a picture of what was happening in the world, especially in the United States, at that time. You will soon draw your own conclusions about whether the time in which we baby boomers were brought up was truly “A Time Like No Other.”

If you were born in the 50s or 60s, I know you will cherish this journey and my personal stories. If you weren’t, then sit back, relax, read, and enjoy what you’ve missed. Put on your seatbelts.

About the author
Ken Rand is an award-winning math instructor who retired in 2015 after forty-seven years of teaching. His teaching experiences include a variety of educational levels, beginning with JHS in the Bronx, New York, and then HS in White Plains, New York, and then two- and four-year colleges in California.

Known for his classroom story-telling technique, Ken has found a way to bring those classic stories to life in his Amazon bestselling book, One Student at a Time: A Teacher’s Journey. He is also writing a follow-up book with co-author Kim Thomas titled One Teacher at a Time: Teach-Inspire-Change.

Close Friends’ Cathedral Adventure by Anne Ward Crocker

Annewardcrocker.com

https://www.amazon.com/Close-Friends-Cathedral-Adventure-Crocker/dp/1638298009

Peat, a toad, and Paul-Paulette, an earthworm, live in the woods beneath the roots of their friend, Christy, a Christmas fern. One day they are dug up and carried away. Christy is replanted in a pot large enough to hold Paul-Paulette, but Peat is too big to get in and cannot completely hide. He stays under Christy’s fronds, but can’t disappear.

Together with their wild flower friends, they are taken to the Washington National Cathedral to participate in the annual Festival of Flowers. While the plants are being carried into the cathedral, Peat is discovered, picked up and left in the Garth – the small, enclosed garden near the base of the stairs.

This is the story of the little toad’s adventure as he tries to find his plant and animal friends in the huge building. It is a tour of the cathedral and an introduction to cathedral architecture inside and out. A short glossary of architecture terms is included.

Unlocking Relationship Success: Insights from Therapist Kayla Crane

Southdenvertherapy.com

About the Guest(s):
Kayla Crane is a seasoned licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in relationships, mental health, and trauma. With a focus on relational trauma work, including infidelity, Kayla provides transformative strategies and therapeutic techniques to help individuals and couples achieve emotional well-being. Her practice includes talk therapy, couples therapy, relationship coaching, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Based in Denver, Kayla offers her services through South Denver Therapy and extends her expertise globally through relationship coaching for clients located outside Colorado.

Episode Summary:
In this captivating episode of The Chris Vos Show, host Chris Vos dives into the complex world of relationships and emotional well-being with licensed therapist Kayla Crane. With a career dedicated to marriage and family therapy, Kayla unpacks the intricacies of relational trauma, the psychological impact of infidelity, and the crucial role of communication in sustaining healthy relationships.
The discussion highlights the importance of addressing unresolved childhood trauma and generational issues that often resurface in adult relationships. Kayla outlines practical therapeutic interventions for relational trauma, such as systematic affair recovery therapy and relational life therapy, which focus on direct, practical approaches rather than conventional methods. Key topics include recognizing when it’s time for therapy, how to deal with unresolved childhood traumas, and the essential nature of empathy and open communication in mending and strengthening relationships.

Key Takeaways:
Childhood Trauma’s Impact: Unresolved childhood trauma plays a significant role in adult relationships and can manifest as disproportionate reactions during conflicts.
Communication is Key: Open and direct communication, even about uncomfortable topics, is essential for relationship health.
Importance of Therapy: Couples are encouraged to seek therapy not only to solve existing problems but also as a preemptive measure to strengthen their bond.
Generational Trauma: Understanding and addressing generational trauma are vital for breaking unhealthy relationship patterns.
Constructive Conflict Resolution: Establishing conflict resolution agreements and taking timeouts can lead to healthier argument dynamics.

Notable Quotes:
“You can take accountability for contributing to your partner’s pain whether you agree or not. If they’re hurting, they’re hurting.”
“A lot of people think when they’re going to therapy, the relationship is probably over, but sometimes the issues are fixable.”
“If you’re having maybe a disproportionate response, that’s a sign you’re responding to something from your past.”
“Relationships can improve significantly with just a few tools and open communication.”
“Generational trauma shows up all the time, especially where trauma wasn’t worked on as commonly as it is today.”