Welcome to Awakenings

Life IS history in the making. Every word we say, everything we do becomes history the moment it is said or done. Life void of memories leaves nothing but emptiness. For those who might consider history boring, think again: It is who we are, what we do and why we are here. We are certainly individuals in our thoughts and deeds but we all germinated from seeds planted long, long ago.

Sunday, January 13, 2013

OFFICIAL BOOK LAUNCH - JANUARY 22, 2013


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FOR MY OFFICIAL BOOK LAUNCH
JANUARY 22, 2013

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Official Book Launch
AWAKENINGS FROM THEN 'TIL NOW

EMBRACE THE PAST, EMPOWER THE PRESENT, ENRICH THE FUTURE

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This is America’s story. . . your story in poetic verse for inspiration toward understanding the sacrifices made in establishing and maintaining America's freedom.


This book is dedicated to those who laid the foundation and established the platform for our American freedom: those who have served in the past, presently serve, or will serve our military forces in the future.They are the epitome of the human spirit called freedom.
 
Because of my strong affinity toward our military, a portion of the proceeds from book sales will benefit the Wounded Warrior Program and/or the Veterans of Foreign Wars. This is solely a personal, heartfelt decision and is not for advertisement or endorsement of either program.

AWAKENINGS FROM THEN 'TIL NOW

Open your mind to discovery and reflection...

History is a mighty dramos, enacted upon the theatre of times, with suns for lamps and eternity for a background. —Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881)

From me...

Mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers
Lived and died laying a firm foundation
Blood, sweat, tears, labors, even fears
Paved the way for future innovation

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 Generation upon generation
Of caregivers and caretakers
Ensure longevity of our nation
From carpenters to boot makers

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  Vivid stories and recollectons
Allow us to peer into the past
Sense the emotion, discern the pain
Echoing memories to last and last

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Past events dominate present-day life
Through traditions, beliefs, and religions
Surviving countless ravages of time
Regardless of conflicts and afflictions

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 To you... 

Turn the pages, awaken to timeless treasures from then 'til now
Embrace the past, empower the present, enrich the future
 See yourself not as an isolated individual
But part of a thread binding life together like a suture

Begin your footsteps...



History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who we are and why we are the way we are. —David C, McCullough (1933-Present)





4 comments:

  1. Dear Sharla - what an adventurous and courageous undertaking...writing such a book is a stunning achievement. You can be assured that this book will end up in my kindle library. I am now behind reading about 20 books but I'm not reading them in any particular order except for 2 in progress and one more promised, so let's make yours #4 in priority of reading. Can't wait.

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  2. Very Cool Sharla! I'll help spread the word!

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  3. Congratualtions to you on a wonderful accomplishment.

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  4. Hey Sharla, congratulations..and wish you loads of luck on your book launch..it is one of the magical times of our lives..and we should enjoy it to the fullest...even when things do not go as per plan and last minute hurries might worry you...but in the end, all is well, when you are out there, standing on the dais, speaking your heart out and thanking each and every one who was responsible to make you write the book, including your own courage and will power to execute it...I wanted to share these personal experiences with you, and give you the love and support, that you will receive once you are out there....As a fellow writer, I know what achievement it is when you finish your story and get it published and the day arrives of it to be unveiled to the world..it is a soothing and humble feeling...I know you are quite experienced, and a true lover of art, including poetry and pros...I want to wish you success from all my heart..to keep your journey going and inspiring many lives on your journey of life...take care..and have fun...Love Seets...

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