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More Wonderful Feedback on an Awesome Book!

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Susie Raffey

I received more wonderful feedback yesterday from a customer who told me she finished the book in two days. She said it was so good she couldn’t put it down. That seems to be the popular consensus with readers but I usually hear three days, after all, it is a 312 page book. But two days, wow! Thank you for sharing that Mary!

She also shared with me a couple of things that were in the book that she could identify with. When Carolyn, Wendell’s wife, went into labor she would start to iron until time to go to the hospital. Mary said it brought back memories; she used to do the same thing many years ago. She went on to tell me that she really enjoyed reading Wendell’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, and asked me to let her know when he comes out with another book!

You can get your signed copy of Wendell Arnold’s autobiography FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST at wendellarnold.com. Also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com, where you can pay using your credit card, PayPal or mail us a check. LOCALS TO LOX ONLY – You may choose the options for COD and local pickup if you would like me to bring you a book. Thanks!

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

You can get your signed copy at wendellarnold.com. Also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com, where you can pay using your credit card, PayPal or mail us a check. LOCALS TO LOX ONLY – You may choose the options for COD and local pickup if you would like me to bring you a book. Thanks!

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

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The Best Non-Novel That’s Like A Novel

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Susie Raffey

The word “novel” used as a noun is first defined by Merriam-Webster as, “an invented prose narrative that is usually long and complex and deals especially with human experience through a usually connected sequence of events.” So the first three words of that definition tell me that a non-fiction narrative that is long and complex and deals especially with human experience through a connected sequence of events should not be considered a novel. Precisely the reason I have been saying that Wendell Arnold’s book “is like a novel.”

You see, by definition I can not call it a novel because it is true stuff and not made up. But only that fact makes it not a novel. If you didn’t know that FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST by Dr. Wendell R. Arnold was an autobiography, I would bet that you would think it was a great novel. This is not just a story about Dr. Arnold’s life. This is a story with characters and plots and circumstances and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Being both mine and Wendell’s first time doing this, I must have edited the manuscript ten times and I tell you, every single time I was amazed at how engrossed I became in the storyline. One time I even stopped and said to my dog, “This is crazy! How can I get so choked up when I’ve read this, how many times?” He just looked at me like, “Yep, you’re crazy.”

It is not just an autobiography, it is a story. A story about a little boy growing up picking cotton in Oklahoma. We get to know this little boy and his family, and feel his feelings when his music teacher singles him out in the second grade. The little boy grows up, goes to high school when he doesn’t have to pick cotton and figures out how to get through college taking a bride with him, his high school sweetheart. When they announce to her parents their intent of marriage, her father says to him, “Son, you can’t even afford her shoes.” Well Wendell relied on faith and eventually provided as many shoes as Carolyn wanted.

The couple recently celebrated 52 years of marriage and Wendell shares a few of their adventures with us. Some are funny, some sad, some shocking and a few that are pretty scary. You can read all about it in Wendell Arnold’s book, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, and you can get your signed copy at wendellarnold.com. Also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com, where you can pay using your credit card, PayPal or mail us a check. LOCALS TO LOX ONLY – You may choose the options for COD and local pickup if you would like me to bring you a book. Thanks!

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

Habits

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Susie Raffey

I briefly got away from my habit of blogging about Dr. Wendell R. Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, and sometimes getting back into a habit that got away from me can be tough. When I finally sat down in front of the screen, I thought, what should I write? Should I just write about the book like always, like I never took a little break from writing? Will anyone even notice? Then this thought popped into my mind – hard habit to break. Doesn’t really make any sense, I know, but I stuck with that thought because of the feeling I had that it could go somewhere. And wait till you hear this!

After the song, “Hard Habit to Break,” by the band Chicago ran through my head a couple of times, I thought, Ya, I was into the habit of writing consistently, I broke that habit and I’m having a hard time jumping back in there. My lack of blogging is a habit that’s hard to break. Doesn’t Wendell have a line in his book about habits? Ya! Something about being poor is a habit he had to break… that’s it! So I got started and typed the first few words of this post, stared at the screen and pondered where I was going to go with this. I grabbed the book, and while trying to think of where that blurb was located in the story, I opened the book up and there it was, it just jumped out at me. There it was on page 157, “… that being poor was just a habit, a habit that I had to break.” I was floored. Blown away. But just for a minute. No, not even a minute, a smile was on my face and the thought in my head of God is so cool! within a few seconds.

I believe that coincidences are just God’s way of staying anonymous. Not that He particularly wants to always remain anonymous, I believe there are times He wants us to know He’s there and wants us to communicate with Him, but God doesn’t gloat, His pride is in check. So you know for me, that experience was an experiencing God moment and I am so grateful that I can see things like that. God wants to experience those moments with everyone, and much more! Dr. Arnold tells about a few of his experiences with God in his book, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, and you can order your signed copy at wendellarnold.com.

The experience Wendell tells on page 157 is about being backed into a corner and having no choice but to uproot his family and move across the country. He says at first he thought it was a request. As he realized it was a demand and not a request, he thought of how a person could become poor in a hurry without a job. If he didn’t move, he would be without a job. What would you do? Well Wendell was not going to just roll over and take it, though he knew he’d most likely be moving his family. But he wants to know why he was selected for this job and he was told, “This job is going to require dedication. It is going to require someone to do activities that normal people would pay to do, for example, you don’t boat, you don’t fish and you don’t scuba dive.” Wendell interrupted, “So you say I am just stick in a rut and don’t have a hobby doing anything?” And the plot thickens, there is much more going on than meets the eye and it is certainly an enjoyable read!

You can get your signed copy of Wendell Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, at his website, wendellarnold.com. Also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com, where you can pay with your credit card, PayPal or send us a check. If you have any questions about ordering, please contact me at orders@wendellarnold.com. Many have said they would peg this book as a suspense novel if they didn’t know it was an autobiography. Everyone has said they loved it. So get yours now at wendellarnold.com!

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

Marrying as a Minor

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Susie Raffey

Marrying as teenagers and staying together for 50 years is almost unheard of these days. Wendell and Carolyn Arnold are not just still together after 53 years of marriage, they are still deeply in love with one another and it is evident just being around them. Their love and devotion to each other is one of a kind.

And did you know that back in 1960 the legal age for males to get married was 21 but the legal age for females was 18? Perhaps it was figured that girls mature faster than boys and therefore they are more qualified to make such a decision at an earlier age? At any rate Wendell was not even of legal age, he was 19 and Carolyn 18 when they married. To get around this “age” thing, they had Wendell’s dad sign for the marriage certificate.

Wendell goes on in the story to tell about when he told Carolyn’s dad they were going to get married. His friend with whom this dialog was exchanged exclaimed, “Told her dad!” and the the communications he relays are entertaining and sweet. Like how Wendell’s mom told him when he left for college, ‘See that every day is marked by at least one special act of love.’ It is a great story for all ages.

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Dr. Arnold’s Poem – of what in his mind – is God’s Plan According to Man

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Susie Raffey

Dr. Wendell R. Arnold displays his talent for writing poetry as well as writing a suspenseful non-fiction story full of adventures in his autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST. Sprinkled with poems, Wendell’s story is well-rounded and comes from the heart. The following is just part of a lengthy poem from Wendell’s book:

Surely God looked down on man that he created

He must have thought – what a mess they have made since they have mated

God developed a plan to save mankind

He put it in action over a period of time

He disclosed His plan to the prophets who were Jews

They wrote in scripture the unfolding of the good news…

This particular poem spans three pages, 126 lines in all, and it is fascinating how Wendell tells all about their trip to Israel with details of Jesus’ life with such rhythm. It is one that should go down on the record for Christian education. You won’t want to miss out on the rest of this fantastic poem along with an intriguing story full of hope and faith. You can order your signed copy at wendellarnold.com!

Dr. Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, is also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com, where you can pay either via PayPal or send us a check.

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

An exciting excerpt from Dr. Wendell Arnold’s autobiography

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Susie Raffey

Wendell Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, reads more like a novel and will keep you on the edge of your seat. Stories I have heard all my life still gripped me like I’d never heard them before, and as I read the pages I couldn’t help but envision the events like they were right there happening, like has never happened before. Here is one of those stories:

We had now been skiing several years and thought we were invincible. We loved to ski in the trees and see how deep we could sink into the powder. We would wind our way parallel to the mountain to find nests of trees to go through. Carolyn was leading the way and came upon a ridge that was very icy. She leaned over to survey whether or not it could be negotiated on skis.

We were skiing with the old bindings that had leather safety straps. In subsequent years, the manufacturers came out with safer bindings that would release your ski and still it stayed behind in the snow. She kept leaning over to make sure we could manage it and she started sliding. It wasn’t very long before she was out of control falling end over end. Her skis were banging against her head and body. She lost her poles, hat and sunglasses. We stood at the top of the hill and peered down at the vertical icy slope. We could see Carolyn at the base of the mountain. She appeared lifeless and she was face down in the snow. We wanted to reach the base as quickly as possible but we knew the vertical drop was impossible to ski. We did not want to end up in the condition she was in so we took off our skis and walked down between the trees to reach Carolyn.

“Carolyn,” I yelled.

No answer. My pulse was racing. I began to think about the skier who had been killed the week before at this same resort. He had done some stupid trick and lost control and hit a tree. We learned later that the ski patrol had marked the area off limits with a rope and signs saying no skiing. We stupidly had entered the area just below the signs.

As we made our way through the trees, we could see one of her ski poles stuck in the icy mountain. It looked as if someone had driven a ski into a wall. I looked at Carolyn and I couldn’t tell if she had any broken bones. I was very concerned that she might have a broken neck. I knew that time was of the essence but I also knew we couldn’t be reckless as we continued through the trees.

Her face was turned to the side and I could see that she was not in danger of suffocating. Thank God, I prayed, but where are the angels that were supposed to be riding on her shoulder?

As we reached Carolyn’s side I asked, “Are you okay?” She replied just like a tough Oklahoman, “I am okay. I have a busted lip and feel as if I can hardly walk, but it could be much worse.”

As we went on to the bottom of the mountain we all decided that we would pack it in for this ski trip. The other two couples were leaving that evening and I felt Carolyn was much more shaken than what she acknowledged. As we sat in the condo watching TV we both thanked God that the accident had not turned deadly.

Wendell goes on to tell the events of that particular evening and what happens next is a jaw dropping, unbelievable, give you the goosebumps kind of story. It leaves him convinced that miracles do occur to common people who believe in a superior power or being.

Wendell and Carolyn experienced much activity throughout the past 52 years and he writes about many amazing, exciting times in his book, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST. In addition, Dr. Arnold tells about his childhood, growing up picking cotton and being from a family of nine kids whose parents were share croppers. An intriguing story, a must read, and you can order your signed copy at wendellarnold.com!

Also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com!

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

Dr. Wendell Arnold tells of his first big decision

Posted on August 25, 2012 by Susie Raffey

In Chapter Two of Wendell Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, Wendell tells of his first big decision. After being singled out by the teacher in music appreciation class, Wendell thought he would rather stay at home and help on the farm. He figured his family needed his help more than he needed the second grade anyway.

Wendell tells his story in such a way that puts the reader right there in the living room, watching the dialog between Wendell and his parents as they discuss his news. And his hilarious experience plowing peanuts, I could feel the frustration he must have felt while I cracked up laughing at the same time. Beautifully written, Dr. Arnold’s story FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST is a must read for all.

You can get your copy, signed by the author, at wendellarnold.com. Also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the nook, kindle and google e-book. To order by telephone, call (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But you can only get your signed copy at wendellarnold.com, where you can either pay by PayPal or send us a check. All the details are on wendellarnold.com, so check it out!

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Have you ordered your signed copy of Wendell Arnold’s intriguing story?

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Susie Raffey

Wendell Arnold’s newly released autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, is a must read for everyone, and especially those who think that religion, science and environmental improvement don’t mix.

Wendell Arnold skillfully tells his story of being from a family of nine kids, growing up picking cotton and becoming a world renowned scientist with faith in God. This autobiography is very unique, reading more like a suspense novel. The experience in the cotton patch to dealing with corporate political challenges, environmental issues and legal avenues blended with raising a family paints the picture of a managed life. The adventures take more twists and turns than a rattlesnake chasing his prey.

You can order your signed copy at wendellarnold.com. It is also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, as well as on the kindle, nook and google e-book. But wendellarnold.com is the only place you can order it signed by Wendell himself!

Bunko

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Susie Raffey

Once upon a time I used to get together with a group of women who met once a week to play a dice game called Bunko. I never stopped to wonder if this was a regular game people played, or if I was being introduced to a new drinking game that required at least 12 people. This was many years ago, and let me tell you, a tough crowd. There were 12 women in our group, we all took turns hosting it at our homes each week and had a schedule to meet for 12 weeks. I think I made 4 or 5 of them, one of them hosted at my house, and then I had to find a replacement to fill my spot. It was a little too rowdy for me in ways I just can’t explain. So imagine my surprise when I learned of Wendell’s Bunko-playing days!

Thankfully, his experience was much different than mine. In Chapter 7, Graduate School, Wendell relives the night he and Carolyn first played Bunko at the Methodist Church near College Station, Texas. They were new to the area and the first morning they attended church services, they were invited by a professor at Texas A&M to come back and play Bunko that night. The discussions and insinuations about mental energy and prayer are so intriguing and wonderfully written, I felt as if I was there taking place in the conversations.

The Professor who invited them to play was fascinated with Wendell and asked him about his physics training. Wendell replied that he had no college training, and this sets off a whole new chain of events. It turns out that Wendell is auditing this guys class! The professor questions why this is so, and instead of telling him about the situation with Dr. Jerk, he portrays what a stand-up man he is and focuses only on his responsibility in the situation. It pays off very well for him, as he recalls that morning’s sermon, Trust in the Lord, He knows exactly what you need.

You can read more about this and many more exciting events in Wendell Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST. It is available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the nook, kindle and google e-book. But the only place to get your signed copy is wendellarnold.com! Go to wendellarnold.com and follow the directions to place an order online and pay through PayPal or send us a check.

However you decide to order, just know that there are many people who are confident that you will enjoy reading Wendell’s story of faith and hope!

Book Signing Event A Success

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Susie Raffey

The book signing event yesterday at St. Christopher’s By The Sea in Key Biscayne, Florida, was a hit! A steady stream of patrons engaged us the entire morning with many also purchasing books for gifts.

Susie Raffey (me), Fr. Bob Libby, Dr. Wendell Arnold

Yesterday I also posted the article that was in the Key Biscayne Islander News, if you missed it, see the previous post.

You can order your signed copy of Wendell’s autobiography at wendellarnold.com. We accept payments through PayPal or you can mail us a check with your printed invoice. Check it out! wendellarnold.com!

Faith and Science

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Susie Raffey

Yesterday I posted chapter one of Wendell’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, and if you missed it, you can read it by either scrolling down or clicking on “previous post” at the end of this post, depending on how you got here.

I just received another message from someone who couldn’t put the book down, she loved it so much! Thank you Kelly! And my husband Dave, he read it in three days – you got that right – 3 days!! Why it amazes me so much is because he is not a “reader”. Reading books just isn’t his cup of tea, he’s more of a Florida Sportsman guy, and that’s it. I seriously thought I was going to have to nag him all summer to read it, but all it took was a stormy day with no t.v. reception and out of boredom he picked it up. He read for hours, then the next day when I turned on the t.v. he said, “I think I’m gonna read,” and I about fell out of my chair! I turned the t.v. off and he read until 11:00, after I reminded him twice how early he had to get up the next day.

So if you don’t want to miss out on reading one of the best books I believe you will ever read, go to wendellarnold.com and order your signed copy today!

And I will leave you with another wonderful review …

“Faith and Science. Can one person truly emote to these two different worlds? In this book, the autobiographer reveals his unwavering deep faith, while overcoming many challenges as he lived a professional life as a well respected and successful scientist. Read on and discover a true story that is deep in meaning, yet inter spaced with happy family memories and light diversions. The reader will have much to ponder long after the end of the book.” – Jo Watkins

Inspiring, Heart-Warming and a Window Into Mid-Century American Life

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Susie Raffey

In case you haven’t heard, Wendell Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, is now available at his website, wendellarnold.com. Once you are at his website, click on “Wendell’s Market Place” on the sidebar, then buy now!

Here is another review of Wendell’s book –

“Wendell Arnold’s story of his Christian walk in life’s journey is inspiring, heart-warming and a window into mid-century American life. Dr. Arnold’s disarming and self-deprecating account of his experiences in family, youth, marriage, professional life and retirement paint a personal portrait of how to be aware of Christ’s constant presence in our daily lives. Sit back and enjoy your travels with Wendell, knowing that you will find strength in his example.” – Ruth D. Foss, Diocesan President, Daughters of the King

I am confident that you will thoroughly enjoy this autobiography, which reads more like a suspense novel. It leaves you hanging on the edge of your seat at times, yet clearly identifies Christ’s presence in Wendell’s life without being a “religious” book. Young or old, Christian or not, I bet that you are going to love reading this story, and I’m not a betting gal!

So get your signed copy today at wendellarnold.com!

Dr. Wendell Arnold’s autobiography, FROM THE COTTON PATCH TO Ph.D., GOD’S MANAGEMENT OF MAN THROUGH THE EYES OF A SCIENTIST, is also available at xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, and on the kindle, nook and google e-book. Telephone orders may be placed by calling (866) 909-BOOK (2665). But the only place you can order a signed copy is wendellarnold.com!

CLICK HERE TO READ CHAPTER ONE

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