BEING MARRIED HAPPILY FOREVER

Using the motto "It can be done,” Borgnine instills the listener with the motivation to succeed at married life despite its difficulties. Reading her own text, Borgnine's voice emphasizes her perspective that the success of marriage depends on the woman. Using her own life as an example, Borgnine captures the naïvete and sadness of her first love, as well as the later transitions in her relationships with men. Her upbeat attitude and strength of spirit, plus the ability to transfer her feelings of encouragement and positive attitude, keep the audience listening attentively. The self-confidence of Borgnine's strong , unwavering speech continually acts as a positive reinforcer of her philosophy of life. P.A.J. © AudioFile 2000, Portland, Maine [Published: AUG/SEP 00]