TOO LATE IN THE AFTERNOON: One Man's Triumph Over Depression is a story, much like a parable, that follows Mitch Jasper through recovery from depression, reconciliation with his family, redemption with his God, and restoration to a life of meaning and purpose. It is a must read for anyone associated with depression in any way, looking to bring meaning to retirement, or needing to reconcile a fractured relationship. ? ? Too Late in the Afternoon?is the engaging tale of an intelligent, lonely, divorced middle-aged man (Mitch) living through a serious depression that begins when he retires to a city (Minneapolis) that he has not lived in for 40 years. ? The story follows Mitch for two years as he seeks help for his depression through medical, psychological and spiritual paths. The insights which Mitch gains about his own fluctuating moods, and the vivid descriptions of what life is like for a depressed person, present some of the most memorable passages.? I can enthusiastically commend this book to those suffering from depression - as well as those who love and care for them. It is a reflective, thoughtful, and credible therapeutic story. Philip K. Olson, M.D.?(retired)? Georgetown, Texas ? ? Too Late In The Afternoon?is a compelling story that takes you on Mitch Jasper's healing journey through the struggles of depression. Even though Mitch has been successful in many ways, in his mid-fifties he comes face to face with his past and how it is affecting his present. This journey incorporates more than the clinical prescriptions such as counseling, medications, taking personal responsibility, self-care, making amends, and getting and having a life. ? While these prlÓ%