Touching on issues such as trust, denial, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and faith, with many messages illuminated by a vibrant, evocative illustrations created by Las Vegas artist Lynne Adamson, a well-known designer and painter. Paired with Claudia Black’s transformative insights, these illustrations provide a moment for daily reflection, allowing the deeper truth of the words on the page to take root in the reader’s consciousness.
Recovery pioneer Claudia Black has created an inspiring collection of healing messages that offer comfort, encouragement, serenity, and hope to anyone who has survived a painful childhood or traumatic event in their lives, including addiction whether their own or that of a loved one.
Illuminated with vibrant, evocative illustrations by Las Vegas artist Lynne Adamson, Claudia Black’s transformative insights provide many moments for daily reflection on issues such as trust, denial, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and faith. An inspiring collection of healing messages that offer comfort and encouragement, and serenity and hope to anyone who has survived a painful childhood or traumatic event in their lives, including addiction, whether their own or that of a loved one.
Touching on issues such as trust, denial, self-acceptance, forgiveness, and faith, with many messages illuminated by a vibrant, evocative illustrations created by Las Vegas artist Lynne Adamson, a well-known designer and painter. Paired with Claudia Black’s transformative insights, these illustrations provide a moment for daily reflection, allowing the deeper truth of the words on the page to take root in the reader’s consciousness.
Preface
Acknowledgements
I want to express my gratitude for the many people in my life who support me, challenge me, and love me, they are a part of knowing my truth begins with me. I would like to acknowledge those whose presence I felt in the time I worked on this book, and those who have been directly involved and have made this a fun and meaningful experience.
My thanks to -
Nancy Schenck, the editor who moved this manuscript through its various stages making it not just stress free but exciting. Together we read each word, often rereading the messages which spoke to both of us in our journeys.
Sandi Klein, my assistant of many years and Jack Fahey, my husband of even more years, who also joined me in the fine crafting of words that hopefully have created inspiring messages. To you, a hug and a kiss.
Bob Grey and Stuart Smith, who realize that at times it is the brevity that makes the impact and saw the importance of such a manuscript.
Mel Pohl, a dear friend, whose love and support has been nothing short of heartfelt and fun.
