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Authors Bio
Michele Howe is the author of ten books for women. Her book, "Going It Alone: Meeting the Challenges of Being a Single Mom" (Hendrickson Publishers), provided hope and practical helps for single moms new to parenting solo. She has also authored "Pilgrim Prayers for Single Mothers" (Pilgrim Press) and a third book of helps for single mothers titled, "Successful Single Moms" (Pilgrim Press.) In addition to these resources for single mothers, Michele wrote four separate titles combining real life stories with inspirational prayer retreats. These titles published by (Jossey-Bass) include: "Prayers for Homeschooling Moms," "Prayers to Nourish a Woman's Heart," "Prayers of Comfort and Strength" and "Prayers for New and Expecting Moms."
Dr. Foetisch is a board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine. Widely published, Dr. Foetisch’s credits include articles in the American Journal of Orthopedics, Current Opinion in Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review. He has also acted as expert consultant for numerous community and national trade publications on the following women’s health topics: Midlife Depression, Lifestyle Habits for Optimal Health, Traveling Tips for Staying Well, Pre and Post-Op Considerations, & Planning Tips for Caregivers.
About "Burdens Do a Body Good"
Being a woman in today's world means wrestling-physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally-with lots of weighty struggles. Lifestyle mentor Michele Howe and orthopedic surgeon Christopher Foetisch offer a well-rounded "training manual" filled with inspirational insight and practical advice for handling life's toughest battles with inner and outer strength. Thematic chapters begin with Howe's trademark real-life vignettes and essays on personal and situational topics: loss, sorrow, aging, job displacement, divorce, parenting issues, financial setbacks, illness, and more.

Women will identify with the experiences of other women, and how each found and developed the emotional and spiritual strength to meet the challenges she faced. Foetisch then provides practical weight-bearing "exercises" for body and soul health, and information on staying strong and well, no matter your age or circumstances. Valuable take-away action thoughts, meaningful quotations, and concluding Scripture verses complete the "workout."

Women will be delighted and surprised at the recommendations, choices, and options available to them. They'll discover new ways of dealing with old problems and develop the multifaceted fitness they need to fearlessly face all of life's challenges.

Michele Howe, author
Burdens Do a Body Good
Excerpts - Burdens Do a Body Good
Early Praise for
Michele Howe
"Burdens Do A Body Good" such an intriguing title for a terrific read! Packed with insight, perspective and clear-cut strategies, Michele and Dr. Foetisch's book is a roadmap to navigate through the twists and turns life offers, good and bad; for not only surviving, but thriving."
Maria Bailey, Author,
Talk Show Host & CEO
"Michele Howe and Dr. Christopher Foetisch offer great advice for women to optimize their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. The ‘snack-bite’ size servings are perfect for the busy woman on the go!"
Rick Johnson, best-selling author of “The Man Whisperer” and “Becoming Your Spouse’s Better Half”
"Michele Howe and Christopher Foetisch, MD, have written an absolutely beautiful and inspiring book about overcoming obstacles, moving on and creating value out of any circumstance."
Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS author of "The Most Effective Ways to Live Longer"
"As a surgeon, I'm a bottom-liner. I want practical, not ethereal, but at the same time, as a Christian, I want sound Biblical advice, not feel-good pop psychology. Now you know why I like this book! Get out your highlighter; you're going to want to go back to your favorite sections over and over when you find yourself up against life's burdens."
Harry Kraus, MD
Best-selling author of "Domesticated Jesus"
Michele writes in a style that is woman to woman, it feels so personal, and yet at the same time draws her reader in to a larger community of women where she tackles challenges we all face. In reading this book I felt understood, supported, empowered by knowledge, inspired by practical advice and spiritual insight, and held graciously accountable to be changed by what I was learning.
Sarah Zacharias Davis, author of “The Friends We Keep”
In Burdens Do A Body Good, talented author Michele Howe and noted orthopedic surgeon Dr. Christopher A. Foetisch team up to give women a resource for those moments when life seems to be spinning out of control. Advice on dealing with a wide range of physical and emotional challenges is delivered in manner that is always accessible, practical, and inspirational. Give this book to a friend who is going through a difficult time in her life, or give yourself the uplifting gift of Michele and Dr. Foetisch's companionship and encouragement along each day's winding path. Their words will help you transcend some of life's greatest challenges with positivity and good health.
Lisa Hendey, Founder of CatholicMom.com and author of “The Handbook for Catholic Moms”
Michele Howe and Dr. Christopher Foetisch offer sound, common sense advice that resonates with readers and creates the “Aha” moments that we all need. Their synergy illustrates the significance of the mind-body connection and creates a valuable roadmap for optimal physical and emotional health in the face of adversity. Throughout Burdens Do a Body Good, you will learn to not only face adversity head-on, but also to embrace it and to accept its gifts. This book is clearly not intended as a one-time read, but as an ongoing tool to provide the strength you need to face life’s inevitable challenges.
Lisa Hall
Author, “Taking Charge of Your Own Health”