I have three things I want to share with you today.
1) Thanks for the kind comments about my new book “One Slice at a Time.”
It was a humbling book to write, but rewarding to hear how it’s touching you. Here are a few comments:
“I read this book straight through in one sitting. It hits where it hurts and provided much-needed perspective on healing.”
—Christina“You are articulating some of humanity’s most painful emotions … in a way that feels like a much-needed gift for your reader.”
—Annette“I am confident it will help many; I am one of them.”
—Hannah“I’ve been reading your book. I’m on chapter 10. I have trouble putting it down! I think it’s the best book you’ve ever written.”
—Cammie“You have such a gift for writing and such an open heart and transparency that set people free.”
—Cathy“I am thankful to have a resource from someone I know and trust that I can share with those who need it.”
—Laura
If you know someone who is going through a tough season and needs a boost in their faith to get back on their feet, I pray you’ll recommend this book to them.
And if you’ve been reading along with my posts, I’ve only sent you 5 of its 28 chapters. You can read the rest on your own, anytime, starting today! There are so many nuggets of wisdom I learned from my friend and counselor Sharon that I want everyone to hear them! So please read or listen to the rest on my website and pass it along!
Here’s the link to read more and share: https://theranch.org/one-slice-at-a-time
And if you’re going to buy it, could you do me a favor and buy it TODAY? If many people buy on the same day or two, it raises the ranking so other people are more likely to find it! Here are the links to buy copies:
Paperback, Kindle, Audible, and Google Play Audiobook
2) If this book has been encouraging to you, would you be able to leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads, even if you haven’t read it all yet?
Just write that you read some free chapters I sent you as an early reader, then share your honest thoughts about how it’s touched you and might touch others.
Your reviews help others decide if a book might speak to them!
3) Today’s always a special day on my calendar, as I remember the last day I spent with my late wife, Lana.
Last night, I stopped by her memorial bench a few miles away as the sun was setting.
It’s always a reflective time.
This morning, I asked God, “What’s a good way to honor her?”
He said, “To keep living.”
It reminded me of a scene from a book that has a special mirror that shows not just your face, but your heart’s desire.
After Lana died, someone asked me what I would see in that mirror.
The answer came quickly. I’d see Lana. I wish she could come back, but I knew she wouldn’t.
I could have spent the rest of my life in front of that mirror. Another character in the book who knew the mirror well gave a warning about looking for a very long time. The warning applies to me, too.
“It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.”
As long as I’m here, there’s life to be lived. And God wants me to live it.
So today I’m going to honor Lana the best way I can: to keep living.
How about you? What’s in your mirror? And does looking at it a long time help you live, or keep you from living?
There’s a time to dream, and a time to “carry on.”
I’d say, let’s do both.
Love,
Eric Elder writes for page, stage & screen to glorify God’s name so Christ may be seen! Hit reply to send Eric a note! Use this link to subscribe or unsubscribe.