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A review by amibunk
Bootstrapper: From Broke to Badass on a Northern Michigan Farm by Mardi Jo Link
3.0
While this book was very well written I had a hard time enjoying it. I applaud, loudly, the author's moxie and ability to work her butt off, but I can't help but wonder what might have happened if she had asked for help once or twice. There's a difference between receiving help from beloved friends or family members and asking for a handout.
I realize that countless people live on that knife's edge between "getting by" and "going under." This has certainly opened my eyes to the plight of many single moms recovering from divorce. What I don't understand is why you would choose to live that perilous, stressful life when there are some options available to you. Ms. Link is commendable in her desire to remain independent but I think there comes a point when independence becomes foolhardy and prideful.
I realize that countless people live on that knife's edge between "getting by" and "going under." This has certainly opened my eyes to the plight of many single moms recovering from divorce. What I don't understand is why you would choose to live that perilous, stressful life when there are some options available to you. Ms. Link is commendable in her desire to remain independent but I think there comes a point when independence becomes foolhardy and prideful.