“You may never know what wonders await you, until you learn to listen to your guiding voice, and discover who is trying to help you, and with their help—where you are going.” Sage words indeed! T. L. Needham has produced a collection of stories taken from a life lived with joy, family, and purpose.
The stories flow together like a winding river with persistent themes of time and its consequences, birth and death, and love. Between the bends and twists in the prose are delightful and insightful poems filled with heart. The Timely Tales themselves are imbued with humor and charming family-isms, such as nicknames, habits, and silly greetings. The author grabs you by the hand and invites you right into his family!
Needham’s recollections feel like coming home. There is a fair amount of interesting history included right from the beginning, like the rich history of timepieces among railroad workers. Needham is clearly passionate about his heritage. His enthusiasm shines through as the stories paint the portrait of his life. Best of all, the memoir doesn’t wander aimlessly. It has a well-defined theme and a perfectly satisfying ending. For an introspective look at life and death and the steady passage of time, grab a copy of The Biscuit & Timely Tales.
