Memoirs typically cover an author’s early days, or a challenging and pivotal time in middle age after learning a life lesson. Not here. In “Oh No, Not the Home,” readers meet octogenarian Peggy Rowe, who at 86, is sharing her most recent experiences moving into what she refers to as “the home” with her husband of 64 years. What a refreshing notion to consider that at this age, one can write about a life experience as if it’s another chapter, with more to come.
While her name may not sound familiar, her son Mike Rowe of the Discovery Channel’s “Dirty Jobs” series may. He is also the host of the podcast, “The Way I Heard It.” That’s where Mike introduced listeners to his mother, Peggy, in a segment called “Coffee With Mom.” There, she gave updates on her and her husband’s activities in a lively and entertaining style.
