Snapshots of Heaven: 40 Funny, Profound, Real-life Stories About Children - Softcover

Wells, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0973796502 ISBN 13: 9780973796506

Verlag: Snapshots of Heaven Pub, 2007

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Parents undoubtedly make an enormous impact on the lives of their children. Likewise, the unique and profound manner in which children unknowingly touch the lives of their parents is unparalleled. In his new book, Snapshots of Heaven®: 40 Funny, Profound, Real-Life Stories about Children, author Michael Wells reminds readers of the subtle and often overlooked joys of parenthood. Snapshots of Heaven® is an inspirational, feel-good book that will touch the heart of anyone who loves kids. Readers from all backgrounds and walks of life are sure to find a mix of stories that will make them laugh, cry, and get goosebumps when they think of the children in their lives. A perfect gift for anyone who appreciates the joys children bring to the world, Snapshots of Heaven® gives readers a much-needed reminder to slow down and enjoy those precious moments with children, for as the author states, that’s when we truly get a glimpse of what heaven is like. Section One of Snapshots of Heaven® is based on life’s everyday lessons, such as dealing with illness, going on business trips, cleaning up household messes, and giving goodnight kisses. Wells recounts memories that all parents share at some point with their children, such as an agonizing first trip to the emergency room with his infant son and phone calls home from a far-away business trip. In Section Two of Snapshots of Heaven®, Wells divulges stories of special occasions like birthdays, trips to sporting events, vacations, and special games played. He shares the lessons his children taught him while attending emotional hockey games and going on unforgettable family vacations. He also recounts the pride of having your child make the sports team in school and not-so-ordinary trips to the movies. The third section of Snapshots of Heaven® is devoted to growing up and the accompanying milestones, such as learning how to ride a bike, graduating from elementary school, going away to visit grandparents, and starting high school. Throughout the pages of section three, Wells revisits the memories made while letting go of his daughter’s bike for the first time and reminisces about the long-lost days of elementary school. In addition to the heartwarming stories, Snapshots of Heaven® provides parents with an opportunity to record their own special memory. At the end of each of the three sections, readers can place a favorite photograph and document their own “Snapshot of Heaven.” For readers whose children are grown, Snapshots of Heaven® provides a unique opportunity to reflect on their most precious memories. For those whose kids are still in their childhood and teenage years, the book gently reminds readers to cherish every moment and focus a little less on their careers and the bottom line. Snapshots of Heaven®: 40 Funny, Profound, Real-Life Stories about Children provides an entertaining and inspirational opportunity to celebrate the gift of children and what they teach us all. 0-9737965-0-2 Family & Relationships/Friendships $14.95 US/ $16.95 CAN Paperback Full Color Cover 5.5” x 8.5” 192 pages LOC: 2005930377 Carton Quantity: 50

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Moments that Live . . . Forever! The children in our lives give us more than they will ever know. The scope of their hopes and dreams leaves us humbled and awed. Every antic, every question, every conversation carries the power to make us recognize what is truly important in this life. Too often, we miss these moments of truth and beauty. We fail to recognize them for what they really are: glimpses of heaven before our time. What’s Your Snapshot of Heaven®? These “kid moments” can be captured in time and assembled like a scrapbook labeled Snapshots of Heaven®. That’s the premise behind this remarkable and heartwarming collection of real-life stories about children. From shenanigans with shaving cream to a simulated Super Bowl in the back yard, each story springs from author Michael Wells’ day-to-day encounters with his own kids. Unscripted and unexpected, these “snapshots” are familiar all the same. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll catch your breath in recognition of moments you yourself have shared with a child.A Perfect Gift Take a few moments to celebrate the gift of childhood. And share this treasure with others who love children: Fathers and mothers, grandparents, uncles and aunts, family friends, teachers and coaches, everyone who cares about kids will revel in Snapshots of Heaven®.“Parents need children to remind them about the joy of living they have occasionally misplaced. Michael's book is a gentle reminder that we need not go further than our children to rediscover what's really important.” James B. Levine, CEO, Childhood Resources, author of The Privilege of Parenting: How to Raise Great Kids in the 21st Century “These touching stories remind us that it is the little moments of life that are magical to parents and children. Keep a copy handy for bedtime reading and you will have heavenly dreams!” Beth Barrett, author of Little Moments, Big Magic: Inspirational Stories of Big Brothers and Big Sisters and the Magic They Create

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• Verlag: Snapshots of Heaven Pub
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0973796502
• ISBN 13: 9780973796506
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 191