Reviews
"Ginger Kolbaba spins happily-ever-after tales into both practical and spiritual examinations of how our heart can find happiness. While cleverly grabbing all the familiar parts of the most famous happily-every-afters, don't be fooled. This book digs deeper than ball gowns and fairy godmothers. It's rich with scripture and stories from the Bible and her own personal experience, helping us understand God's true desire for our own happy ending, not to mention the day-to-day joy we desperately desire. Ditch the poisoned apple, as she says, and learn to flourish the way God intended. Highly recommended!" -Rene Gutteridge, author of Old Fashioned, "Embracing a happy life includes dealing with the poisoned apples, toxic people, and our own disappointing fairytales. Ginger shows us how to rewrite our stories by developing resilience, taking more risks, and accepting our uniqueness. I'm so grateful for her support to fully live the best years of our lives!" Melinda Schmidt Midday Connection talk show Bring To Mind podcast Moody Radio, Chicago "We all long for happiness, but we all deal with the hard stuff of life at one time or another. How do we balance the "happily ever after" dream with the reality of life? Ginger lovingly shows us how on the pages of this book. I loved it, and I know you will too!" Jill Savage, CEO of Hearts at Home, author No More Perfect Moms "Don't believe the lie that misery is next to godliness! Ginger shows us that God loves laughing over us and wants us to giggle, too! Here's her happiness roadmap--using fairytales as her guide--to show us that we can catch hold of that abundant life. But we won't find happiness by pasting a plastic smile to our faces. We'll find it by growing up and being honest before God--and ourselves. So don't make stupid decisions. Be God's princess and live happily-ever-after instead!" Sheila Wray Gregoire, author of 9 Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage "With wonderful wit and wisdom, Ginger Kolbaba weaves fairy-tale wonder, real-life struggles, and timeless biblical nuggets of hope that move a reader toward her own "happily ever after." Your Best Happily Ever After is a delight to read. . .but even better, a delight to apply to our own love stories!" Pam Farrel, author of 40 books including bestselling Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti and Red Hot Monogamy, " Your Best Happily Ever After is a whimsical balance of wisdom and entertainment. I watched my own life unfold on each page. It was as though Ginger and I were talking over a cup of coffee and decadent dessert. Ginger held the hand of my generation while she directed a new movie that entertains, encourages, and teaches a younger crowd. I finished the book with a sigh of satisfaction and a determination to make my own life better. My hope is that leaders in all fields will promote this book. It has the potential to change lives as well as change families and communities. It empowers women to be their best even if we aren't followed by singing bluebirds or helpful dwarfs. It will encourage you, strengthen your resolve, and make you feel as though you can ride your own white horse into a happily-ever-after designed just for you." -Debbie Jansen, family specialist and author of Scriptures against Abuse, " Happily Ever After is for women who have longed to be a main character in their own fairy tale but have been left outside the pages because of the severity of life or their own choices. Ginger Kolbaba, in her unique come-along-side style, opens her arms to those who are hurting and offers them a new look at fairy tales and renewed hope. With refreshing vulnerability, Ginger encourages women to set their eyes on the eternal Bridegroom so they can experience His joy in a new way." --Sheila Seifert, Editorial Director of Parenting, Thriving Family , Focus on the Family, "Ginger Kolbaba spins happily-ever-after tales into both practical and spiritual examinations of how our heart can find happiness. While cleverly grabbing all the familiar parts of the most famous happily-every-afters, don't be fooled. This book digs deeper than ball gowns and fairy godmothers. It's rich with scripture and stories from the Bible and her own personal experience, helping us understand God's true desire for our own happy ending, not to mention the day-to-day joy we desperately desire. Ditch the poisoned apple, as she says, and learn to flourish the way God intended. Highly recommended!" -Rene Gutteridge, author of Old Fashioned, This fun and encouraging book is enhanced by biblical insights, study guides, and chapter notes. Kolbaba has succeeded again., "If you've ever been disappointed, disillusioned, or discouraged, then Ginger Kolbaba's words are for you. Life may not be a fairy tale, but it can still be full of hope, redemption, and adventure with the God who is our ultimate true love. We're part of a deeper, wilder story than we can even imagine, and the best is yet to be." -Holley Gerth, bestselling author of You're Already Amazing, "With wonderful wit and wisdom, Ginger Kolbaba weaves fairy-tale wonder, real-life struggles, and timeless biblical nuggets of hope that move a reader toward her own "happily ever after." Your Best Happily Ever After is a delight to read. . .but even better, a delight to apply to our own love stories!" Pam Farrel, author of 40 books including bestselling Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti and Red Hot Monogamy, "Embracing a happy life includes dealing with the poisoned apples, toxic people, and our own disappointing fairytales. Ginger shows us how to rewrite our stories by developing resilience, taking more risks, and accepting our uniqueness. I'm so grateful for her support to fully live the best years of our lives!" Melinda Schmidt Midday Connection talk show Bring To Mind podcast Moody Radio, Chicago "We all long for happiness, but we all deal with the hard stuff of life at one time or another. How do we balance the "happily ever after" dream with the reality of life? Ginger lovingly shows us how on the pages of this book. I loved it, and I know you will too!" Jill Savage, CEO of Hearts at Home, author No More Perfect Moms "Don't believe the lie that misery is next to godliness! Ginger shows us that God loves laughing over us and wants us to giggle, too! Here's her happiness roadmap--using fairytales as her guide--to show us that we can catch hold of that abundant life. But we won't find happiness by pasting a plastic smile to our faces. We'll find it by growing up and being honest before God--and ourselves. So don't make stupid decisions. Be God's princess and live happily-ever-after instead!" Sheila Wray Gregoire, author of 9 Thoughts That Can Change Your Marriage "With wonderful wit and wisdom, Ginger Kolbaba weaves fairy-tale wonder, real-life struggles, and timeless biblical nuggets of hope that move a reader toward her own "happily ever after." Your Best Happily Ever After is a delight to read. . .but even better, a delight to apply to our own love stories!" Pam Farrel, author of 40 books including bestselling Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti and Red Hot Monogamy, "Reading Your Best Happily Ever After was like spending time with an encouraging girlfriend over coffee! Speaking straight to our princess hearts, Ginger Kolbaba uses humor and great insights to help us discover God's incredible love for each of us. Curl up with a warm mug and get ready to enjoy!" Sherry Surratt , CEO and President, MOPS International, " Your Best Happily Ever After is a whimsical balance of wisdom and entertainment. I watched my own life unfold on each page. It was as though Ginger and I were talking over a cup of coffee and decadent dessert. Ginger held the hand of my generation while she directed a new movie that entertains, encourages, and teaches a younger crowd. I finished the book with a sigh of satisfaction and a determination to make my own life better. My hope is that leaders in all fields will promote this book. It has the potential to change lives as well as change families and communities. It empowers women to be their best even if we aren't followed by singing bluebirds or helpful dwarfs. It will encourage you, strengthen your resolve, and make you feel as though you can ride your own white horse into a happily-ever-after designed just for you." -Debbie Jansen, family specialist and author of Scriptures against Abuse
