The Answer Is…

18% of people diagnosed with Stage IV Pancreatic Cancer live one year. Our Alex Trebek hit that mark last month. I say our AlexTrebek, because he is one of the most admired and respected of men. How many of us sit patiently night after night at 7pm, my time, anyway, and play Jeopardy right along with everyone else. When we guess the answer correctly. we cheer, big shoutout for us! Last night, we saw Alex in the first episode of Jeopardy, black hair, funny shirts, but oh, so wonderful. This is the Alex we remember. In this book, Alex answers questions we want to know. Each chapter starts as a question on Jeopardy. What is a Hobart? What is How Green Is My Valley? What is A Time For Tony?, What is The Fans?, Why did he continue his role on Jeopardy even though he felt miserable? What does he really think of the two players who made the most money, Ken Jennings and James Holzhauer. What are his thoughts on his wife, Jean, his children, and how he faces each day, particularly after his diagnosis of cancer? We have a glimpse into his life and his thinking process. He tells us things are tougher now. There are days when he isnt sure he wants to go on, but he picks himself up and does his Jeopardy show, and for that period of time he can he fine. Alex is to me that wonderful person I met who brings some humor and fun and intelligence into my life once a day at 7pm. He is dependable and a lifeline during this pandemic. He is a symbol of something normal in my life in these uncertain times. He has had a good life, and he writes like he talks, sure of himself, not wanting to be a burden, wanting to move on. He has had days of depression, but he moves along one step at a time, and so do we. His favorite spot at home is the swing. Keep swinging, Alex. Recommended. prisrob 07-21-2020

Alex Trebek has shown us what it means to fight and the key to moving forward, even when dealing with challenges. For those who question what it takes to not give up THE ANSWER IS delivers. I love the reflection of his life, how he has overcome challenges growing up and become such a beloved public figure. He also allows us to realize that even though we are dealing with life\’s challenges we can\’t be defined by them. Another takeaway is that Alex Trebek does not live for himself. It\’s very obvious he is concerned about others and want to see them shine. His professional life highlights that, as does his own personal fight. He\’s a team player and the kind of person who will be rooting for you along the way. As we reflect on his life may we also remember what is possible for us. That fight that has gotten Alex Trebek here can get us through whatever we go through. A story of fight and a man who realizes the blessing that is life,The Answer Is . . .: Reflections on My Life is a must read for fans of Alex Trebek and anyone who wants to be reminded of the gift that life is for us all.

I have never met Alex. But I\’ve felt he was a friend for years. I wanted to be him for Halloween when I was a kid, but my grandparents dissuaded me because: \”We don\’t know where we\’d get the mustache.\” Watching Jeopardy with Alex was one of the first times I realized that, my cerebral palsy notwithstanding, I wasand amsmart. If there were no Jeopardy, no \”evenings with Alex\”, I don\’t know that I would have discovered this as readily. If you\’re a big fan of our friend Alexand who isn\’t?and if you like to read books that, like this one, will uplift you, you should check out What Death Taught Terrence. In the meantime, be well, everyone, ad be well, Alex!

This is a great read and a wonderful insight into Alex. He is indeed a good human being and the world is a better place with him in it.

This book is a very easy read. Most chapters are just a couple of pages making is easy to jump in and out of Alexs story without missing a beat. It is an easy read. But don\’t let that keep you from enjoying the meaty insights and calls to be your best self. The writing feels like you are sitting at your kitchen table chatting over a cup of coffee with your best friend. It is not preachy or self-centered babble by yet another celebrity narcissist. Alex is who he is. He enjoys sharing his life stories and anecdotes. He remains a treasure. Not bad for a Canadian!

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