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SPARTANBURG, SC, April 16 /Christian Newswire/ -- For a century families have honored moms on the second Sunday of May. It's doubtful that the founder of Mother's Day, Anna Jarvis, had any idea that mothers of today would be so different from mothers of the early 1900's. However, a few things have remained the same. Mothers wear many hats, coordinate many activities and still manage to hug and hold at the end of the day.
In "Mommy Pick-Me-Ups: Refreshing Stories to Lighten Your Load," authors Edna Ellison and Linda Gilden use lighthearted stories as the catalyst for moms to lighten their loads -- the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual battles moms face when trying to balance family and spiritual needs. Readers will find an inspiring and relevant story, a pick-me-up message that brings to light the spiritual significance of the story, and suggestions on how they, as busy moms, can teach this same spiritual lesson to the little ones in their care.
"Mommy Pick-Me-Ups" wouldn't be complete without down-to-earth advice, so the authors have included practical tips as well as creative parenting ideas. Written and formatted with a busy mom in mind, the length of the stories and chapter sections make it conducive to reading as time allows. It is not a dated devotional, so mothers won't have to fight the feelings of guilt if they can only read periodically.
About the Authors:
EDNA ELLISON -- A popular writer and speaker, Edna Ellison has written 18 books. With a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Edna served as her denomination's state director of women in California and later Mississippi; also serving as editor of Royal Service magazine, their national flagship magazine, for ten years. She has raised two children, and loves to spend time with her grandchild.
LINDA GILDEN -- Now an award-winning writer and speaker, Linda Gilden formerly taught kindergarten and music. She has written several books, including "Love Notes in Lunchboxes" and was collaborator for "Every Child IS a Winner." She has contributed to encouraging books such as "The Art of Helping" and "Humor for a Teacher's Heart" as well as Focus on the Family's "Focus on Your Child" newsletter. Linda is the mother of three adult children, and treasures her two grandchildren.
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