Review of Do You Remember...?

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 17 Jan 2022, 12:55

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Do You Remember...?" by David Albaugh.]

4 out of 4 stars

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David Albaugh poses some interesting questions in his book. Do You Remember...? was inspired by the interest generated on his blog, so Albaugh published a "write it yourself" book. Five topics, each with multiple subheadings, contain probing questions. The topics covered are holidays, being a child, being a teen, college life, and extra. Albaugh noticed that when he shared a specific memory on his blog, his readers responded with memories of their own. The author's purpose in publishing the book is to encourage individuals to recollect their happy childhood memories, which will create more positivity in their lives. In his introduction, Albaugh mentions the trying times of 2020 and how writing was something that helped him escape from the negativity of the pandemic and all the problems associated with it.

The cover shows two young adults, possibly in their 40s, looking up at a cloud floating over their heads. The cloud holds five objects that represent some of the questions that will be asked in the book: What was your favorite toy? What was your favorite dessert? Do you have the same holiday traditions now as when you were young? According to Albaugh, reminiscing and being nostalgic about the pivotal moments from the past will help us with our present.

I like that the author proposed that there could be a variety of ways to use this book besides just as a personal memoir. The questions would work well as a family conversation starter or a group activity at a class reunion. An inter-generational activity where a child acts as a scribe for a parent might also prove interesting. Each blank page with a question shown at the top is an opportunity to write your own story.

I can foresee one possible negative feature. Although I have not yet attempted to fill in the blank pages, I must assume that I won't have enough room. The author addresses this problem by suggesting that an extra notebook might be required. This, to me, negates the purpose of the book. A better strategy might be to learn to limit the words to one page.

My rating for this unique book is 4 out of 4 stars. The audience for his book might exclude an older generation due to questions such as "Was there one video game you just could not beat growing up?" The subtitle states that this is A Trip Down Memory Lane for You and Your Family, and I support that recommendation.

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Do You Remember...?
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Dorine Jelagat · Post by **Dorine Jelagat** » 20 Jan 2022, 01:21

The author brings positivity to his readers by recollecting their childhood memories. Great review. Congratulations.

Aisha Yakub · Post by **Aisha Yakub** » 20 Jan 2022, 03:35

Great to know the author cares about his readers. Thank you for your review.

Amiczy Heaven · Post by **Amiczy Heaven** » 20 Jan 2022, 03:40

Your review is very detailed. I love the explanation of the cover. I hope that while reading about his memories, I’ll remember some of mine. Thanks for your review.

T T 2 · Post by **T T 2** » 20 Jan 2022, 08:51

I am liking the concept of this book. Its my first time reading such self-help book. Would definitely give it a read. Great Review!

Asiaa Szn · Post by **Asiaa Szn** » 20 Jan 2022, 11:23

The explanation of the cover is brilliant and interesting. The author did a nice job on this.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 20 Jan 2022, 17:36

nwachukwu raymond wrote: ↑20 Jan 2022, 03:35 Great to know the author cares about his readers. Thank you for your review.

I appreciate your comment.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 20 Jan 2022, 17:39

Dorine Jelagat wrote: ↑20 Jan 2022, 01:21 The author brings positivity to his readers by recollecting their childhood memories. Great review. Congratulations.

Thank you for taking the time to read my review.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 20 Jan 2022, 17:40

Amiczy Magnus wrote: ↑20 Jan 2022, 03:40 Your review is very detailed. I love the explanation of the cover. I hope that while reading about his memories, I’ll remember some of mine. Thanks for your review.

I also hope you have some fond memories.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 20 Jan 2022, 17:42

T T 2 wrote: ↑20 Jan 2022, 08:51 I am liking the concept of this book. Its my first time reading such self-help book. Would definitely give it a read. Great Review!

It is a unique twist on self-help. Thanks for your comment.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 20 Jan 2022, 17:45

Asiaa Szn wrote: ↑20 Jan 2022, 11:23 The explanation of the cover is brilliant and interesting. The author did a nice job on this.

I appreciate your compliment. Thanks for reading.

VictoriousReader · Post by **VictoriousReader** » 21 Jan 2022, 01:54

I agree with the author that reminiscing about pivotal moments in the past can help with the future. I love that he left out blank pages for the reader to write their own stories. Sounds like a unique book.

Janelydia Mwangi · Post by **Janelydia Mwangi** » 21 Jan 2022, 02:05

The adult word is full of challenges, struggles to survive ,hostility and limited freedom. Taking us back to childhood memories reliefs a person the real world and to a journey of the child...a happy one. Creating a blank page in the book connects the reader to his past while living in the present. It's a read. Thanks for the review.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 21 Jan 2022, 07:41

Thank you for your comments.

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 21 Jan 2022, 07:42

Janelydia Mwangi wrote: ↑21 Jan 2022, 02:05 The adult word is full of challenges, struggles to survive ,hostility and limited freedom. Taking us back to childhood memories reliefs a person the real world and to a journey of the child...a happy one. Creating a blank page in the book connects the reader to his past while living in the present. It's a read. Thanks for the review.

I am happy you enjoyed my review.