The Public Confessions of a Middle-Aged Woman (Aged 55 3/4)

Who doesn't love Sue Townsend? The creator of Adrian Mole ( I can't believe that is the first time I've mentioned Adrian Mole on this blog). Anyway this book, Confessions of a Middle-Aged Woman (Aged 55 3/4) has nothing to do with Adrian Mole (though he does get a quick mention or two). This is a collection of monthly columns Sue Townsend wrote for Sainsbury's Magazine. Mostly they are about Townsend's day to day life: her new stove, vacations, nudity, burglaries, carpenters, and most alarming to me, Townsend's struggles as she slowly loses her sight due to diabetes. Even a subject as terrifying as that she handles with humour and courage and grace, making me admire her all the more. Though I liked some pieces better than others, overall this book was a wonderful way to while away a few summer hours.