Happy New Year and a huge THANK YOU to all of you who have contributed images, links, likes, articles, comments and private messages over the last year. You have generated much joy, laughter and light. Conversely, you have also exposed causes of sorrow and suffering which, perhaps, is why Loren Eiseley wrote: “We are now in a position to see the wonder and terror of the human predicament.â€
It has been an awesome privilege to share thoughts, hopes and dreams along with “Poems, Prayers and Promises,†with all of you throughout 2013. You are truly an eclectic bunch. I was wondering how I could show you the amazing diversity that I see on my “home†page, but decided that I could not equal the BOFAW review that Steve Burgess posted on Amazon Books. It is humbling, but assuring to note that, after 42 years, Lettie’s quest for truth, beauty and goodness is still resonating. She truly was a beacon of light in an otherwise spiritless Human Physiology class. Here is an excerpt from Steve’s review. I’ll bet that you will find yourself included.
“Are you someone who would cherish this collection of stories (even benefit from them?) I can firmly state that if you are listed here, you will: Biology teacher, religious person, atheist, agnostic, parent, naturalist, open-minded Darwinist, teen, educator, stuffy exec who wonders “why?, what for?,” psychologist, counselor, coffee-shop dwelling intellectual… For sure, any educator at any level would benefit greatly. Perhaps, even someone who going through life without a thought or care, this may be the fire that cracks open that hibernating seed within their soul. For someone who sadly may live in complete adversity, real or perceived, there are encouraging and uplifting tales that can provide comfort and perhaps healing and humor.â€
HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of the fans, friends, and adversaries who contributed to this page.