The lure of the dragonfly has been in exitance for over 300 million years. Continuing to draw people in from many cultures and civilizations. It navigates with elegance and grace in the environment. Whether hovering over waters or flying in air. The spirit of the dragonfly is a very powerful spirit, we are on this planet for such a brief time, and we are never too old to make this transformation…In some Native American beliefs it is said that the dragonflies are a symbol of renewal after a time of great hardship. The Japanese believe that dragonflies are symbolic of success, victory, happiness, strength and courage. In Indian culture they believe that dragonflies are the embodiment of spirits that have already gone on. They are the bringers of dreams from the afterlife. When a dragonfly sits on your shoulder, all your dreams will come true. A symbol of change and self-realization. Courage and strength to move through these illusions and bring your dreams into reality. Helping us on our path of discovery and enlightenment. For they begin life in water and magically transitioning to life on air. Mystical and wonderous. Reminding us of the change that can occur with the slightest breeze. Listen to the wind in your soul with heartfelt anticipation, lightness of being and Joy! The writing of this book was set in motion by a force far greater than me. It is compelling and written from the heart. How you find the magic in a myriad of facets that compose one’s life, more importantly, a healing from within. Staying positive and focused in the face of adversity. Practicing mindfulness and in the silence finding the true nature of oneself.
Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I was born and raised in western New York, Fortunate enough to grow up just minutes from a small town called the Lily Dale Assembly. It is the oldest spiritual center in the United States. It was here that my spiritual journey began. My mother would bring me for what was called Summer Session since the winters coming off Lake Erie were so severe that everyone departed until Summer would return.
I am a self-taught artist, a gifted painter, ceramicist,mosaic and tile designer with a degree in interior design. A writer with a passion for creativity and I have a keen interest in the arts. Always reading;you will find that I have four or five books going at the same time. Everything from spiritual, self-help, poetry, romantic travels and the latest on scientific discoveries. I also enjoy listening to music, cooking, singing and dancing. I love dogs (all animals really) My newest edition. A ten-month old puppy named "Izzie" who has brought joy back into my world.
I now reside in Arizona and enjoy spending time with my son and daughter-in-law and my three wonderful grandchildren. Watching their cheer competitions, baseball and football games.
Circumstances, coincidences, synchronicities have all led me on a new journey of creativity in writing. My true reward is to bestow my readers with a sense of belonging and hope during times of illness, trauma,loss, grief and sadness. Because at the core of every human existence is survival.
