I'm Still Standing
How One Woman's Brushes with Death Taught Her How To Live
Kelly Standing

Standing Media, LLC
January 2, 2012 / ISBN: 0985274506
Non-Fiction/Autobiography
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Reviewed by Nicole Merritt

First let me say…this is a different kind of book to read. It's an autobiography but in an unconventional format, to say the least. Kelly used to write speeches for a living and so this story is, well, FULL OF Capitals, [brackets], and italics for a reason. You see she writes for the ear and not the eye. And believe me, you really hear the words jump off the pages. Kelly is an unusual woman. She has had her share of unusual experiences. And, although some of them are really a little serious, you can't help but smile when you hear her story. She made it through near-death and other interesting episodes, and as she says, "I'm still standing."

And, of course, her name says it all because her name is Standing. How convenient.

You will enjoy this memoir and laugh along with her as she describes her grandmother and her father. You can see where she gets her sense of humor.

For those of you have a particularly strong opinion about rape and abortion, the chapter on this aspect of her life may be offensive, but honestly, I found it really funny how she broke the news to her mother after the fact! It certainly took the bite out of it. So, enjoy this uniquely fascinating story, and lighten up!