Whether one suffers from the heartbreaking loss of death, or other types of separation from someone, there is definitely hope for a better life. Time does heal. Life does go on. Joy does return.This little book contains thoughts and hints to encourage those who, through divorce, widowhood, or other forms of separation, are suddenly living alone, and having difficulty adjusting to this change
Lucinda could not take her eyes off of it. At first it looked like a huge piece of cotton candy; but she soon realized that it was a cloud-a great white cloud Then a glowing circle of golden light came towards her and hovered over the porch railing. 'Good day, lovely child' came an unexpected voice from the light.This must be a dream, Lucinda thought. But it was not a dream. It was Del'Or, the Golden Light, coming to bring Lucinda on an adventure that she would never forget-a mission to save a dog and cat by the power of light and color.
This story is based on true events in the life of Herbie, a boston terrier. Herbie was the naughtiest dog Melissa Murray ever adopted. Among other things, he kept bossing her other dogs. As a result, he is known as "king of the household," and he loves to wear the toy king's crown that he found in the basement.Then, when Melissa fostered abused dogs, Herbie changed completely. He became sympathetic and kind. He felt bad because those dogs seemed very fearful--and they did not even know how to play So he decided to teach them. Eventually, he devised a creative way to get them to play and have fun.Then he started to help other animals, such as the cat (He had never seen a cat ) who needed assistance; and he calmed a brain-injured ferret at the veterinarian's office. That was just the beginning. Herbie's assistance and concern for animals continued until he died.In this story, the king's crown falls to the ground, and it is replaced by angel wings.
Vermont 1947--a French-American familyWhen six-year-old Michelle's mother hears that her husband had a "nice surprise" for the child, she sends the girl away to a boarding school in Canada "But why?" the child asks. She does not get a true answer. While in the boarding school, she meets a boy and a recently-released American prisoner who eventually have an astounding effect on Michelle's life. Eventually, the girl goes to live with her aunt, Lena, in New Hampshire, and she continues to be disturbed by her distorted, confused feelings about her mother and father. Then the family secret is revealed--and her life turns around completely.
The outcome of Camille's teen-age pregnancy follows her for decades. It negatively affects her relationship with her father and the soldier she loves dearly. When she gets the news that he is "Missing in Action," she becomes very depressed and has a near- fatal accident that, she believes, was prevented by her deceased mother. This brings her hope. Alone, and through times that change drastically, she succeeds at building a new and fulfilling life. Then Alzheimer's strikes, and she is left with nothing but "on and off" memories--and her tiny white purse where she has been safeguarding a very precious treasure for almost fifty years.
At fifteen years old, their path is already set, as Maggie runs away from home, and Janey decides to be a nun. Maggie's naivety leads her into prostitution, thievery, and struggles with her emotions. Janey's assignment to a mission brings her temptations, weaknesses, inner conflicts and a heartbreaking decision that follows her through life. Many years later, their paths cross again, and an uncanny co-incidence and startling revelation leads them into a deep and happy lifetime friendship.
Melinda's mother was not interested in her child. Her doll, Louise, was her only comfort. When her mom gave it to another girl, Melinda was devastated.Then a beautiful angel came to her in a dream to bring her hope and love.A few years later, the two girls met in a foster home, and the angel's message started to become a reality.
