The Middle Matters

Reading books by Lisa-Jo Baker is like having a good friend over for tea while you sit and chat about what's on your heart.

"The Middle Matters" is a perfect example of her down to earth, relatable style. I don't know her personally, but while reading, I'm often saying "me, too" or "wow, I'm not alone".

The book is written in easy to read, essay format. You can easily bounce from part one to part 8 and then back to part 5. I personally love this format. It made the book feel more like she was emailing me a note helping me through stages of life. I recommend The Middle Matters to any woman in the middle of life, middle of parenting babies to teenagers to adults. This book is relevant to those in the middle of doubting faith to strong in faith.

I did receive an advanced copy for my honest review. This is my honest review, and I would highly recommend this book.

I wish I could give Lisa-Jo Baker's new book TEN stars, but five will have to do. This collection of essays about loving the middle years of our lives is breathtakingly gorgeous.

I cried my way through these pages, nodding my head as she met me right where I am. Trying hard to see the beauty in a photo instead of focusing on my double chin.

Remembering the frustration and struggle of nightly homework with my youngest daughter, worrying that she wouldn't receive a diploma but only a certificate of completion. Crying and remembering how proud I was when she graduated at the top of her class.

These pages are soaked in grateful tears, and I urge you to read every word. Let them seep into your heart and take root. Because every day of our lives really matters. It's too easy to forget that...Let Lisa-Jo remind you.

Lisa-Jo is the galpal every girl wishes she had. I love the truth and relatability in her writing. Her wisdom and humor are so refreshing. As a woman who is faster approaching the middle but still feels like a little girl on the inside, this book really hit home for me in so many ways. I also love how Lisa-Jo points women to God and helps us to remember that even with our flaws, we are still loved and adored by our Father. This book is a must read for all women, especially worn out mamas in the middle.

As a Mom who also lost her Mom to cancer as a teen, and as a woman who was hesitant to become a mother, this book resonated with me deeply. It's hopeful, encouraging, and Lisa-Jo shows great insight and compassion as she cheerleads women in this specific stage of life. It's entertaining and a subtle mentorship at the same time. She is vulnerable and honest, and her dependence on Jesus and love for Him also shines through, weaving a wonderful story of how motherhood is a spiritual work that impacts generations, as well as a physical act of love.

Another great book by Lisa-Jo Baker! As a middle child myself and a mom of 3 boys, there was so much insight and truth in this book. I highly recommend!

I absolutely love Lisa Jo Baker. This wasn’t my first interaction with her. This book is amazing!! And I can relate to everything that Lisa wrote about here. The middle does matter. We do need to realize as we get older, priorities change, body changes and our needs. Lisa shares her experiences and wisdom along with God’s word with her humorous wit. I laughed and I even tested up, cause it felt like she was talking straight to me and I needed to read this book.

I am not middle aged yet, but this story touched my heart!!! Im a mama of three and just reading about how it didn’t get easier, it just gets different really resonated with me. It made me feel so much less alone and that’s never a bad thing.