The Ladybug's Gift - Richie, Chris

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Résumé :
The Ladybug's Gift ? is a story based on an encounter with a ladybug that reminded us of our mother's love and brought us peace when we needed it the most. This book is for children of all ages written from the ladybug's point of view. The reader will feel the ladybug's concern while she searches for her special gift and will rejoice when she discovers her gift through the help of a guardian angel. Her willingness to help the angel-in turn-helps Becca the ladybug find her gift of Peace. Rebecca Conrad Richie had many talents to include creating small stuffed animals she called bug buddies. Her favorite was the ladybug. Our mom lived her life much like a ladybug by making others happy who would instinctively smile when in her presence. The day after our mom's burial, we were visited by a ladybug that stayed with us until we placed it on a rose above our mother's final resting place. The Ladybug's Gift ? serves as a reminder that our loved ones are never really gone. The simple act of a ladybug's visit reminded us of the power of Faith, Hope and Love and that our departed loved ones remain with us, in more ways than one. Chris and Ryan were compelled to share this incredible experience in the hopes it will help others by experiencing God's peace while inspiring children to find their special gift and share it with the world.

Biographie:
Chris has traveled the world while serving as a United States Marine Corps officer for over 28 years. Possessing a deep passion for servant leadership, he has been a keynote speaker and published as an award-winning author. He currently teaches strategic leadership, ethics, organizational culture and public speaking at a nearby University and enjoys opportunities to share his experiences with military personnel, college students, non-profit organizations and local businesses. His focus is on making a difference by inspiring others through teaching, mentoring, public speaking and writing. In 2015, he and his brothers experienced a surreal encounter with a ladybug during a challenging time in their lives and felt compelled to share the story. The brothers have formed a company, Next Chapter Publishing LLC and completed the first of several planned children's books that teach various virtues through story-telling from an insect's point of view.