Published Books
Trudy’s work is published in 10 books, Some Things Are Simply Meant to Be, the title of her recently
published dare-to-be different memoir, is book number 8 (8 is her lucky and noteworthy number, in bold throughout).
ASIN: BOBH1P9JNW
ISBN 979-8-9850285-1-5
Book Description
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A teenager’s dream, the immigrant, — Coming to America. . .
A belief something extraordinary is possible. Starry-eyed she arrives in New York on a massive ocean liner from England, the first glimpse of the Statue of Liberty in the distance, her extended arm — like a welcome — what a goose-bump-moment. Alone, with 2 small suitcases, she steps onto American soil, speaking a little English. A life unknown, fear a constant companion. She is 23. Her trust in faith and fate guides her life, believing in the power of possibilities as far back as growing up above her parents’ hair salon, in a tiny Swiss village, where even dreaming had its limits.
An award-winning successful hair designer, during her career, receives 3 life-changing job offers: Silver Springs MD, Atlanta GA, and Scottsdale AZ.
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A dare-to-be different inspirational memoir, (not entirely chronological), a collection of poetry, essays, and prose with about180 pictures in color that fit the stories.
Living the elusive American dream. Laced with Love.
Some Things Are Simply Meant to Be, the reader will know why the author chose the title of this inspiring book about the school of life, courage, adventure, joy, heartache, resilience, and Love.
“A ‘Work of Art’ — this book reveals the key to happiness”, her American, Wisconsin-born husband claims.
"True happiness is . . . to want what you have.” — Trudy Wells-Meyer
Reviews
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Gummirunner, Colorado Fiction Author of 3 books, Mandy Miller
5.0 out of 5 stars A Life Well Loved is Simply Meant to Be. October 5, 2022
Into a troubled world comes a very personal paean to love and to life itself. It's sweet, it's sad, it's hopeful, and, yes, Some Things Are Meant to Be, is handmade, a long lost skill in our age where speed is key, and love can be fleeting. This book will remind you of why human beings are the linchpin of human happiness, not social media, not filters on insta, not 240 characters. The author writes about many things, friends, family, her coming to America, but what is behind every word, what is as much a part of Trudy Wells-Meyer as her own heart, is her beloved, Lew, the one who proved to her some things are simply meant to be. In my opinion, she is writing to wish for a Lew in your life too, in everyone's. For, in Trudy's view, without love, life can be lived, but not to its fullest and grandest and most meaningful.
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Ara K., Coronado, CA, Broker, Ara Koubeserian
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent and entertaining read. November 26, 2022
A truly entertaining factual story about the life of a wonderful lady that legally immigrated to the US and how she adapted to being an American and meeting the love of her life Lew. Being an immigrant myself I found many parts of this book so inspirational and delightfully enjoyable that I literally could not put it down once I started reading it. It is a fast paced saga that covers so much story line and fascinating people/personalities that you end up knowing each individual thru the end. This is a hidden gem.....
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Electra, Florida Author, The Color of Dreams, Michael Zajaczkowski
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book I return to again and again. December 14, 2023
I really enjoy browsing through and reading this book. And I say "enjoy" because it's the kind of book that you can plunge into anytime you've got a free minute or two and take so much enjoyment from. It's a treasure chest of stories, wonderful poetry, memoir and more. The writer has that unique gift of conveying insight, wisdom, and so much meaning with a genuine and thoughtful style of writing. An honest sentiment that at first seems simple, but yet has so much depth. It's rare that I read this kind of warmth and feeling. I can't recommend it enough. I just bought a copy for my sister who has written some short essays and has asked me what she can do with them. She'd be hard pressed to find a better template for her writing and her thoughts than this wonderful collection of stories.
Also, the writer uses amazing photographs to emphasize and compliment her stories. She uses family photos, travel photos, and images that not only add depth to her stories, but that also add a level of feeling that is just amazing. Honestly, this is great find, and if it appeals to you at all, then pick up a copy (and just ignore the price--it's packed with color photographs throughout and is way worth it!); you'll be rewarded over and over again
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Steve Griffith, client for 26 years
5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific read from start to finish! January 4, 2023
Trudy Wells-Meyer's, Some Things are Simply Meant To Be, is a remarkable memoir of a young Swiss hair stylist who crosses the Atlantic to pursue the American Dream. The book not only reveals Trudy's heart, but it also full of compelling anecdotes, conversations, stories, and wit. How many of us have had an audience with the Pope and several meetings with Sepp Blatter (the former head of world soccer)? In short, Trudy's story brings the reader a treasure of courageous moments, close friendships, professional excellence, romance, wisdom, and faith. Written beautifully (in her second language!), I give the book a rousing five stars.
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​K.W., Author, Kathy M. Waldvogel, Wisconsin
5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautifully Written Memoir. April 13, 2023
A friend gifted me a copy of Some Things are Simply Meant to Be by Trudy Wells-Meyer and I spent a number of days savoring it. I curled up to read a few sections of the book several times a day. The author’s words lingered in my thoughts after each reading session as the feeling of gratitude and appreciation for beauty were reflected in each of her stories.
This memoir of an immigrant from Switzerland recounts the author’s journey of coming to a new country at age 23 as well as the freedom – and fear – she encountered in doing so. Each section of the book reveals her experiences through poems and beautiful lyrical prose. The writing allows the reader to see firsthand what she lived.
While many stories describe her life as a hairstylist, they really focus on the relationship she had with her clients who were not merely scheduled appointment times, but instead valued friends. Each person held a place in Trudy’s heart as shown through her recollection of their time together.
The heart of the book, though, centers on the author meeting and eventually marrying the love of her life. She describes their time together sharing activities such as hiking, skiing, attending concerts, and traveling. Through each of the stories, the reader sees the love and respect grow between the two of them. It’s a beautiful jo urney to witness.
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