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title: "Operating Instructions: A Journal of My Son's First Year"
brand: "anne lamott"
price: "€ 26.15"
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# Operating Instructions: A Journal of My Son's First Year

**Brand:** anne lamott
**Price:** € 26.15
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- **What is this?** Operating Instructions: A Journal of My Son's First Year by anne lamott
- **How much does it cost?** € 26.15 with free shipping
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Operating Instructions: A Journal of My Son's First Year

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    One of My Top 50 Favorite Reads of All Time
  

*by J***E on Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2015*

When I first read this marvelous book 18 years ago, it was my first encounter with Anne Lamott. Since that moment, I have never been able to get enough of her work. I have devoured everything she has ever published. I adore the way her mind works. I cherish the way she captures the essence of her spiritual journey, acknowledges her all-too-human foibles, and invites us all into her life -- and God -- experiences. She's a writer. She's a Christian. But I would never think of her as a "Christian writer," as I've seen some critics call her. She's profane. She's hilarious. She's politically liberal. And she so clearly loves this gift of a life that she is living. "Operating Instructions" invites the reader into a world of hope, joy, sadness, searching and, ultimately, redemption. Don't miss it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Helped me get through the first year of my oldest son
  

*by E***D on Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2024*

Reading this book while I was going through the some of the same issues helped me get through the first year of my son. I've given it to many others in the same situation,

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Just the right amount of serious and hilarious!
  

*by J***Y on Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2020*

There were many times throughout this book that I was full belly laughing. It’s been a while since I’ve read a book that had that ability.I loved her frankness. If you are a parent and have had an infant, you totally get how people shake babies especially on next to no sleep and you’re breastfeeding. Then add colic to that scenario. It’s hard to put them down and walk away but there are times that you must.There are also times in church, always during the quiet serious part when your baby is the loudest and proudest to be that loud. Whether it be farts, giggles, or both!  Who couldn’t help but to laugh?!?Great read. Loved her take. Loved her style. Now on to read about her son and grandsonHighly recommend.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*