David Goodemote’s latest memoir, Mirth is the Best Medicine, crafts a narrative that explores resilience, adaptability, humor, and faith. The memoir explores the highs and lows of Goodemote’s life, offering readers a universal reflection on the indomitable strength of the human spirit.
In Mirth is the Best Medicine, readers explore the intricate landscapes of Goodemote’s existence, from confronting medical tribulations to maneuvering personal and familial challenges. The memoir offers a stirring exploration of the resilience inherent in the human experience.
The narrative unfolds with openness and humor, highlighting Goodemote’s ability to find fun in life’s adversities. The enduring power of love takes center stage, notably the unwavering support from his wife, Linda, proving that even in life’s darkest corners, love can be a guiding light.
The memoir reads like an organ recital, few chapters are an exploration of medical tribulations infused with humor. With quirky encounters with doctors and unexpected surgical adventures, Goodemote artfully makes resilience a way of life.
The memoir draws parallels between Goodemote’s life and Oscar Wilde’s novel “The Picture of Dorian Gray.” The quest for agelessness becomes a metaphor for vitality, echoing the memoir’s underlying theme—face life’s complexities with humor and resilience.
The first part, “Gathering Clouds,” explores early health concerns, setting the stage for the author’s resilient story. Surgical tales, cardiac challenges, and the aftermath of spontaneity unfold, revealing the struggles of traversing health issues with an unbroken spirit.
Mirth is the Best Medicine is a tribute to the indomitable human spirit, a celebration of humor, and an emotional exploration of the capacity to overcome. It invites readers to join Goodemote on a rollercoaster ride through life’s undiscovered worlds, where resilience is not just a choice but a testament to the strength within.
In a world often beset by challenges, this memoir is a timely reminder that, even in the reality of life, the spirit can rise with unwavering strength.
About The Author
David Goodemote, born under the sign of Leo and an engineer of Germanic lineage, emerges as a meticulous storyteller. His life’s odyssey, from a hernia at age five to a spinal fusion at 72, reflects resilience. Inspired by Dorian Gray’s timeless allure, David adopted him as a role model. Mirth, his mentor, shaped his humor into a blend of wisecracks and sarcasm. David’s story unfolds, inspiring readers to thrive amid life’s challenges, guided by literary and personal inspirations.
