It Must Have Been Moonglow: Reflections on the First Years of Widowhood

...is what Mrs. Greene provided for my mother after we lost my Dad. They had a long and happy marriage and while we had plenty of warning that we would lose Dad, she was understandably inconsolable when he died... ...until she read an article by Bob Greene about his mother's book. I can honestly say, she started to turn the corner while reading this book and has read it many, many times. I am online tonight buying a copy of it for my mother to give to one of her friends who recently lost her husband. I hope Mrs. Greene knows what a profound and generous contribution she has made to many grieving spouses. I personally would like to thank her for helping my mother resume her life and begin to find happiness again.Buy the book, you won't regret it.

On this day especially, reading Peter Maclean's review of "It Must Have Been Moonglow" warmed me like no other. As biased as I obviously am, reading Mr. Maclean's unbiased and glowing review confirmed what I have always known. My mother sure can write! From a very proud son: you have to read "It Must Have Been Moonglow". Dare 3 7

One need not lose a spouse or partner to appreciate the feelings and emotions that run rampant through the pages of this beautiful book. It is all about grieving, losing, coping, planning and making the decision to go on anyway. While the book is apparently aimed at middle-aged women who had long, happy marriages, according to editorial reviews, the book is also invaluable to those who have suffered through a divorce or simply lost someone very special from their life for any reason. Loneliness, emptiness, despair, and fear, know no boundaries. "It Must Have Been Moonglow" is inspirational, sad, joyful and a whole basket full of mixed emotions. What the author must have felt while writing the book is not much different than anyone who has loved and lost. What sets the author apart from the rest of the world is that she has a unique ability to be able to express herself in words that many others cannot do quite as eloquently. This is a beautifully moving, sensitive book and most deserving of a five-star rating.

Calling herself "just another widow," Phyllis Greene has written a magnificent book. For those who love widowed parents, here is a swift education on their perspectives and daily challenges. Mrs. Greene helpfully reveals what we will eventually learn -- only if we outlive our happy marriages.

Anyone who has experienced a significant loss must read this book! It is not just for widows. There is much for all of us here. Moonglow is neither preachy nor maudlin. Rather, Mrs. Greene tells her story of "getting by" and "getting through" after the death of her husband. And, after any loss, getting by and getting through is sometimes the most people can expect of themselves. Mrs. Greene's poignant descriptions of her life with her family and friends are touching and sometimes laced with humor as well. Her story is uplifting.