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Betsy Ratner
1423 Windward Road
Milford, CT 06461-1766
(203) 877-3032

Betsy's book, Kissing in the Kitchen has touched many people's lives. Read the testimonials below to see how this book has affected their lives.
 

"If everyone wrote poetry as you do the world would be a warmer, more loving place."
Bernard Siegel, M.D. best selling author of Love, Medicine & Miracles, and Prescription of Living

"Kissing in the Kitchen is a heart-warming and inspirational collection of poetry that will have a lasting impact on its readers."
Barbara Boyle
National Executive Director/CEO
Huntington's Disease Society of America

"This is an inspired and remarkable book expressing eloquently the traumas that human beings feel at the expense of disease. Not only is it good reading, but it is also in the service of an excellent cause- to eliminate Huntington's Disease. The writings will be enjoyed by all."
Herbert Pardes, M.D.
President/CEO
University Hospitals of Columbia and Cornell

Betsy with Arlo GuthrieOver my life, I've found that those people who carry the heaviest burdens are also those people who are most compassionate, the most generous of spirit....The poetry nourishes the soul...Thank you! Anne, CT

Not too often do people actually do something about a personal mission in life, you are amazing and I salute you. Barbara Z., Madison, CT

The poems actually took me someplace else, away from my trouble, what a gift to help lift ones spirits in times of trouble. Your book was a godsend. I keep it on my coffee table to be revisited many times. Ann K., Orange, CT


You touched me and helped me see I am not alone, thanks so much. Lora P., Bloomfield, CT

I am so touched by the love, sense of peace, and optimism expressed by your beautiful verses. Your words do indeed afford much comfort and inspiration to those of us who find it difficult to deal with personal trauma. Thank you for publishing these heartwarming verses-I shall treasure them. Evelyn W., NY

I am reminded of Shakespearian "those are pearls that were his eyes; the triumph of love over sorrow." It is a model of courage and a source of comfort. Bless you. Joanne L., Mississippi

Kissing in the Kitchen is truly about the spirit and the testament to courage through love. It is the quintessential example of true human spirit. I thoroughly enjoyed Kissing in the Kitchen to the max. Evelyn, Woodbridge, CT

I am keeping a journal as you suggested in your talk at Gaylord Rehabilitation Center Presentation and I just can't tell you how much it has helped me release the pain. Jane G., Stratford, CT

A letter from Montel Williams reads, "It is heartwarming to know that all around the world, poets like yourself have joined in fighting debilitating diseases."

And a letter from Michael J. Fox states, "We are inspired by your enthusiasm."



 

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