I haven't yet read the book but definitely will. I just listened to D Gilmore being interviewed on CBC and was overwhelmed by the reflection of my own situation with one of my daughters. Lots of differences in detail BUT the approach taken is basically the same - stop fighting about school...let it go; set limited expectations based generally on safety; spend lots of time together; encourage activity which is based on interest and aptitude; ...wait it out. It's working for us. I can't wait to see how the father to son dynamic compares to the mother to daughter but I suspect that the similarities will be much more profound than the differences.
This book is a gem. I got it from the library yesterday and only have about 25 pages left to read. I'm going to buy it; it's a keeper - almost a bible of how to communicate with a teen.
Thank you David Gilmour.
i have really enjoyed this book. It has been a break from reading about dpepressed women in literature. I do wonder whether guys really talk to each other this way. Hope so. Anne
Hey, i'm a grade 12 female student at St. Theresa's Highschool in Midland, ON. Were reading The Flim Club in my grade 12 english class, and the book is so far amazing. I definitely suggest reading it. It's worth while. :)
