Knowing how much I like to read, many years ago, my Mom gave me a one year’s subscription to Readers’ Digest.
At first, I picked out a few things I enjoyed but left most of the magazine unread. Days later, I decided to read a few things I at first neglected. Then I read more. Before I realized what happened, the book was finished.
That was about 12 years ago and each year, for Christmas, my Mom renews my subscription. It is one of the best gifts I’ve ever gotten.
In addition to the humorous side of the book, ’’Humor In Uniform’’, ’’All in a day’s Work’’, etc, there are many excellent true stories about trials people encountered in their lives - makes mine seem dull in comparison.
The ’’Heroes of Today’’ is a wonderful tribute to those who go out of their ways to help others.
’’That’s Outrageous’’ is excellent to show you that you’re not alone in seeing something that can shock and horrify you. This section shows you just how badly some laws need changing.
’’Today in Medicine’’ is both interesting and informative. I’ve learned a lot by reading that section.
All in all, this book is written mostly BY the readers - ergo, ’’Readers’ Digest’’ but the entire contents are FOR the people - all people!
It’s an excellent book that I enjoy completely - in fact, I read the entire magazine from cover to cover usually in two days. Once I begin, I just can’t put it down. It’s that addictive.