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The Little Black Book of Birthday Wisdom: Quotes on Aging, Life, and Birthday Cake by Mike Kowis is a fun collection of amusing and thought-provoking quotes about aging, life, and birthday cake, taken from different persons through the ages. The quotations touch on a wide variety of concepts including famous sayings, birthday toasts, jokes, milestone birthdays, religious teachings, and much more. Humorous quips are sprinkled throughout. Each chapter covers a different topic, but there is a degree of overlap. The quotes have been segmented based on various themes. Some of them will stay with you and change your perception. Not only is this a solid collection of inspiring quotes, but it is also a very well-selected set of quotes for writers, speechmakers, or for sending notes to loved ones. The differing perspectives and advice help you to explore the usage of words, phrases, and sayings. Citations of interest show Mike’s research skills in detecting, grouping, and interpreting meanings. In reading this book, you will enjoy wisdom in the great art of living.
In the Little Black Book of Birthday Wisdom, Mike Kowis summarizes the significance of quotes in a particularly enlightening way. Each quotation by association awakens emotions, memories, beliefs, pleasures, and pain. It delves into the minds of the persons whose quotes reflect the seasons of their lives at different stages. Mike’s goal is to show why birthdays and special days are significant. It is logical and convincing that one should celebrate the journey of life. Cakes are special. Every birthday and every celebration ends with something sweet, a cake. We can find true answers to life in this little black book of wisdom. For me, my birthday is a reminder that God gave me a special gift; life. He gives us a fresh start every year to share with the world and to celebrate the years you have survived. This book is useful and inspirational and is highly recommended to lift your spirits on birthdays or any other special day.
