Whither Thou Goests! You/Ve Got to Be Kidding

This book is humorous, touching, and easy reading. I am happy with this purchase. Being a pastor's wife has to be a tricky path to walk, and Carolyn Thornton did it with a cheerful outlook.

The United Methodist Women's Reading Group has given this book an honorable "Recommend Read," and it is such a deserving book by such a deserving author. Carolyn Gray Thornton writes a weekly column, and she is the author of 3 other titles, and has co-authored a 4th book. She is a distinguished writer of great merit, and her work is getting an amazing amount of attention. Ms. Thornton is a Methodist minister's wife, and this book highlightes, with humor and grace, her journey through life and travels living with her husband and raising her children while being involved in the church. Classy and wonderful, Ms. Thornton is an amazing author with an immense talent. 5 stars to Whither Thou Goests. Best News.

These essays will have you giggling aloud at times, rejoicing at the changes in our society at others, and just plain counting your lucky stars for family and friends most of the time. In the fine tradition of Erma Bombeck, C.G. Thornton finds the universal humor in her particular life challenges. Though the book details her struggles to accept her role as a minister's wife, anyone anywhere who has felt out of place or uncomfortably challenged by a new situation can find humor and insight aplenty in these easy-to-read, bite-sized chunks of a wonderful woman's life story.

I have been a long time fan of Ms. Thornton & always look forward to her newest publications. As a Psychologist and a Social Worker, this book gives a human perspective of the struggles of being thrust into a position that Ms. Thornton did not feel prepared (A minister's wife). She describes her ordeals with humor, but also with some pain. If I was teaching grad students in psychology or social work, I would have this on my mandatory reading list. The author's words are a macro and micro of our society, not only in the 1970's and 80's, but also are applicable today. Ms. Thornton's words apply to everyone. Great reading for any age. Enjoy! David C. Mayer, Ph.D., LCSW