Wild Flowers - Bertrand, William

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Résumé :
Some gifts are obvious, coming wrapped in glittering paper with colourful bows, but others can be easily overlooked when our hearts and minds are preoccupied by the busyness of life. Friendship, acceptance, love, faith.... All the things that make life truly worth living are gifts to be cherished and accepted wholeheartedly. For those struggling in life, in poverty, hardship, or mental-health crises, these gifts can make all the difference. With God's love, aided by those who offer assistance and care to those in need, we can all recognize and be comforted by the sheer joy of belonging. Wild Flowers: Longing for Belonging is a collection of poems, stories, insights, and songs that showcase our human need for connection and acceptance, as well as the importance of being open to both receiving assistance and offering it to others in need. Includes Discussion Topics for creative writing inspiration. Sample Discussion Topic: The makings of a great community 1. What are the features that make a great community? 2. What are the needs of your community? 3. How has your city helped you to grow? 4. In what ways can you become an inviting person?

Biographie:
William Bertrand is a poet and author of Love Snacks: Let's have a poetry party!! (2020) and Wild Flowers: Longing for Belonging (2021), co-written with Cynthia Stork. He made the long journey from student, to servant, to friendship, while surviving life's difficulties and overcoming serious mental health challenges. William is fascinated by theology, philosophy, and literature, and spends a lot of time volunteering in care facilities and with social service agencies. He's a member of the Secular Franciscan Order and lives in Victoria, B.C....