In a Time of Disconnection, One Memoir Invites Readers to Remember—We Were Never Meant to Navigate Life Alone
A Memoir About Life's Most Important Lessons Learned at the Edge of a Swimming Pool
Connection Is the Current That Carries Us Forward
OMAHA, Nebraska — Author, speaker, and master connector Rebecca (Becky) Phipps invites readers to dive into a story of love, resilience, loss, and belonging in her debut memoir, Reflections on Life, Love, and Lessons Learned at the Pool, available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
"What if the most important lessons in life aren't learned in a classroom—but at the edge of a community swimming pool?" asks Phipps, a former high school teacher, corporate executive, and nonprofit director.
Set against the backdrop of a small-town swimming pool, Reflections on Life, Love, and Lessons Learned at the Pool chronicles Becky's—and the reader's—journey from childhood adventures and first love to career transitions, family milestones, profound loss, and personal growth.
Through a collection of deeply personal and vulnerable stories, she explores how the people we meet, the communities we build, and the moments we share shape the lives we ultimately live—and what we are remembered for once we're gone.
"This memoir documents the influences of family, music, friends, relationships, teachers, coaches, and faith. Reading it will prompt you to consider your own experiences and help you identify your strengths and challenges. Add this to your summer reading list; you won't be disappointed!"
— Michael McKee, Entrepreneur & CEO, Empower Breakfast
At its heart, the memoir is a tribute to the enduring power of authentic, real-time human connection.
"This book is about the people who shape us, the lessons that stay with us, and the communities that carry us through life's deepest waters," said Phipps.
The memoir's themes of community, belonging, family, resilience, and purpose resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds, making it a timely and inspiring read in an increasingly disconnected world.
More than a collection of memories, Reflections on Life, Love, and Lessons Learned at the Pool reminds us that life's most meaningful lessons are often learned through relationships—not textbooks.
Connection is the current that carries us forward.
