Bursting with warmth and plenty of heart, 9 Kids and 23 Cars
will sweep you along on a journey of change and adventure. This charming narrative is chock full of anecdotes describing the frights and delights of life in a large, active, faith-filled family.
--Patricia Mullett. MSed Reading Specialist, University of Wisconsin
I'm blown away to imagine being the mother of nine children, moving frequently from house to house, as part of your husband's career in the U.S. Forest Service. Although busy as mom and homemaker, Rose had several jobs to supplement the family income, at the same time teaching her children ways to enjoy life on a shoestring budget. She earned a Master’s degree in math and spent years teaching while her own children were in school. With her husband, Dick, she still found time to travel to all 50 states and 32 countries on five continents. Her memoir gives readers you-are-there details about a life she enjoyed to the fullest.
--Margaret Smolik, Writer and copy editor
Rose Marie Trochlil, my sister, the oldest of four, grew up on a farm: Dad's right-hand girl and Mom’s kitchen-helper. I got to know her best when we together authored Lilacs to Share and Shirts in the Refrigerator. Rose nurtures by nature. She welcomes overnight guests and drop-in visitors with a smile and a cup of coffee. Share a moment reading her story.
--Carol Sisterman, Author of Song of Joy
A funny, heartwarming memoir by a mom who found joy and gratitude in a life full of change. Rose shares these vignettes to remind the reader of similar experiences.
--Shaun Huttar, Author and editor
Rose has written a true story about raising a large family with all its ups and downs. This is a very enjoyable book about the midwest and all the day- to-day little things that happen with families. A quick summer read that takes you back to quieter times.
--Roberta Johnson, Book club president