The Gift (Paperback)

James L. Ellsberry

ISBN 10: 1503207846 / ISBN 13: 9781503207844

Published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2014

About this Item

Paperback. This is a special book, written in a special way, for a special purpose. The book contains fourteen poems that have come to me over the years. Some people have suggested that these are God-inspired because they all have some reference to the spiritual realm. I don't know if they are or not, but because of the manner in which they have come to me, I don't claim them exclusively as my own. I didn't always appreciate this gift as something special until recently when people with whom I've shared this body of work have encouraged me to get it published. The poems address the blessings of family and friendships, community, self-awareness, prayer, and reconciliation. In reading this book I hope you find connections that inspire you to reflect on your own experiences and how these blessings have enriched your life . . . the unexamined life is an empty vessel. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Gift (Paperback)
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1503207846
• ISBN 13: 9781503207844
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This is a special book, written in a special way, for a special purpose. The book contains fourteen poems that have come to me over the years. Some people have suggested that these are God-inspired because they all have some reference to the spiritual realm. I don’t know if they are or not, but because of the manner in which they have come to me, I don't claim them exclusively as my own. I didn’t always appreciate this gift as something special until recently when people with whom I’ve shared this body of work have encouraged me to get it published. The poems address the blessings of family and friendships, community, self-awareness, prayer, and reconciliation. In reading this book I hope you find connections that inspire you to reflect on your own experiences and how these blessings have enriched your life . . . the unexamined life is an empty vessel. In purchasing this book you are supporting the ministry of the Church. Thank you, JElls.

About the Author

Jim Ellsberry, born 1936, Terre Haute, Indiana. Parents: Howard and Dorothy, one sister, Marianne B.S. and M.S., Indiana State University, Ed.S., Michigan State University. Militaryservice: U. S. Army. Married: Doris J. Duncan (Fiftieth Anniversary2012) Children: Stephen Ray, Carol Lynn, Lee Anne, Karen Michelle Grandchildren: Taryn, Patrick, and Hadley J. Career: Educator (Teacher, counselor, coach, administrator) Adjunct Professor: Butler University and Indiana Wesleyan University (Leadership and Administration) Retired 2012: CEO. Tjhe DeWitt Institute for Professional Development Elder: New Beginnings Community Church, Franklin, IN. Hobbies: Fishing, golf, writing, reading, and working outdoors. Praise God from whom all blessings flow.