Every Day Is a Gift: A Memoir

I've bought this book for all my friends, especially those who are moms, for Mother's Day. I am also having my kids ages 11 and 13 read it. It is a good, easy, pleasant read. Inspiring. And an important Asian American story. I highly recommend it. Might choose it as a book club book for my 13 year old. It reads like a story, there is so much to her life and she is so accessible. Highly recommend. Especially for anyone looking for female and/or Asian American role models to share.

This story is a gift. Her memoir tells a true life struggle with many good times mixed in. Surrounded by many people that would encourage Duckworth, she sets many goals and works her way through them all. Her amazing strength and tenacity, both physically and emotionally, pulls her through the shoot down and takes her to her current position as a US senator. This is a well written memoir that reads as if you are having coffee with this amazing lady.

I thought I was buying this book to be uplifted but instead I was swept into a well written journey of what it was like to be a poor young girl finding her way thru a tough life. I kept thinking that my life was tough but Tammy had me beat. Her story made me better understand the Reserves and National Guard which was well written and gave me a deeper respect for those branches of the service. I cried when she was shot down and lost her legs. I remember when that happened on the news. The book was a gripping story of survival. I am going to share this book with my adult daughter who is about the same age as Tammy. My daughter had a disabling stroke at 28 years old and has been a key volunteer fundraising for Veteran families of the National Guard. I was glad to have an opportunity to read about Tammy Duckworth. I wish her well and hope she doesn't get lost in the climb for political power.

Tammy Duckworth is an amazing woman, an amazing soldier, a dedicated American! Her story is inspiring! I recommend this book to anyone who loves this country.

Okay. Don’t judge me by this, but I was listening to Al Franken’s podcast a few weeks ago and he was interviewing a congresswoman about her book. The whole time I was listening to the conversation, I was picturing Katie Porter in my mind, even though he had mentioned her name was Tammy Duckworth. I absolutely loved the interview and when I got home I put the book in my Amazon cart. When it arrived a couple of days later, I was really surprised when it wasn’t Katie Porter on the cover.I really didn’t know who Tammy Duckworth was! Am I glad I do now! One of my favorite genres is memoir, and hers is one of the best I have ever read. For other dummies like me who aren’t familiar with her, She is an Iraq war veteran who is currently a highly respected senator from Illinois. Her story totally touched my heart and I will remember it forever. I can’t recommend this book highly enough.

Tammy Duckworth wrote her story in a compelling manner. Once I started reading her autobiography, it was a challenge to put it down to do what needed doing in my home. She has roots in Asia and the United States. Her Father’s family has been here since before we became the United States. They fought to keep our country safe. She survived a horrific attack on the Black Hawk helicopter she was flying. She met the love of her life Brian, they have two daughters. Ms. Duckworth is goal oriented, strong willed, determined, and successful at getting things done. I highly recommend this book to one and all. It should be required reading in middle school and high school, in my opinion.

I knew little about Sen. Tammy Duckworth and had not seen reviews of or advertisements for this book until a friend told me about it. It is outstanding! She relates the war horrors she went through in a straightforward manner, never seeking sympathy, and I am amazed that she could focus so completely on her recovery and downplay the pain and difficulty of the entire process. I am sorry I don't live in Illinois so I could vote for her, as long as she wants to stay in office! She is one amazing lady. I will certainly recommend this book to others.

I enjoyed this book and admire Tammy Duckworth for her courage and strength.

Even as a Canadian, I greatly enjoyed this memoir about a true American hero who, against all odds, keeps on giving to the country she loves!