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Hi all -- In these times -- with so much on our plates, and so much craziness in the world -- it's easy for all of us to become weary and overwhelmed (including me!). So, as a soothing balm, I'm delighted to be able to offer you the beautiful and kind-hearted refuge of my Goddess storybook. Within these pages, you're invited to enter a world where tender sweetness is honored, and we are each held by the love of the divine eternal. I hope that -- from dipping into these sacred waters -- you'll breathe deeply, feel your heart nurtured -- and emerge refreshed and connected to the sweetness of life. Don't we all need that, just about now? This gentle book is also such a wonderfully simple but meaningful way to share the magic of the Divine with others in your circle. I have been so touched to hear from readers how deeply they've been nourished by this tale -- and how they delight in sharing its juicy goodness with others. It contains no dogma, making it appropriate for people on a wide range of paths. This story is for people of all ages -- presented as a beautiful, high-quality full-color hardcover book -- and illustrated with my original artwork. The result is a treasured keepsake that you and others can savor again and again. It's also fun to read aloud! • • • You can find my Goddess book at select area stores. Some stores are also carrying the greeting cards that I made from the artwork in the book. I encourage you to support your local stores! Plus visiting each of these spots can be a fun and nurturing experience all in itself. Here's a list of the stores carrying my Goddess goodies -- in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Cotati, Sebastopol, Occidental, Healdsburg, Ukiah.... ** NEWS! And now my book is also in two stores in Mt. Shasta. Woo hoo! ** You can also get the book by mail order; see more at this link. To learn more about this Goddess offering -- and see a preview flipbook -- just go to my book website. • • • HOW YOU CAN HELP THIS GODDESS PROJECT. I also invite you to support this project of my heart and soul. Even small actions by you can make a big difference. For instance you might: * Encourage your local store to carry the Goddess storybook, if they don't already. * Post your compliments about the Goddess book on its page on Amazon.com. This can really help folks discover the book! * Share this information with friends and allies. The permanent link for this email is at www.healthyworld.org/GoddessBookM10.html. [That's this page!] * Connect with me, and Like, my writers' Facebook page at www.facebook.com/PatriciaDinesWriter. * Send me a selfie of you (or your giftee) smiling with the Goddess book; it makes me happy to see. (Also please let me know if it's ok for me post it on my Facebook page!) * Share your feedback with me about my books and art cards. Would you recommend them to others? If so, why? * Or ... invent or suggest something else! :-) • • • Thank you so much as always to everyone for your support of this project! I am so honored to be the carrier of this story. I feel incredibly blessed. And I send my summer blessings to you all. I hope that your days are being filled with nurturing joy, and that you're seeing pathways forward to bring your heart's deepest desires to you. ♥ Patricia Dines Freelance Writer, Editor, Educator, & Public Speaker www.patriciadines.info www.askecogirl.info OTHER WAYS THAT WE CAN CONNECT * Visit me on Facebook, and Like my Pages, to support my work and receive my useful and inspiring information in your Newsfeed! www.facebook.com/PatriciaDinesWriter www.facebook.com/AskEcoGirl * See (and signup for) my new blog "Life's Sacred Remnants " -- about life's authentic and precious journey through light and dark -- at www.lifessacredremnants.blogspot.com/p/welcome-to-my-blog-page.html "I wish I could show you when you are lonely or in darkness the astonishing light of your own being." • Hafiz •

READER FEEDBACK "Your story really resonated with me. People should hear it. It's very healing." ~ Michelle at Bioneers, Oct. 21, 2016 • • • "I got my hands on your Goddess book at Community Market and really enjoyed it. "The artwork and how you chose it is an amazing story in itself! A lovely book!" ~ Karin Lease • • • "I gave The Goddess as a gift to a dear friend and co-worker. Soon after, she told me that she and her husband read it together, each taking turns reading to each other, and it made them both cry (in a good way). "This experience truly made a difference in their lives. And it made me feel so good to have given it to her. I wanted this gift to mean something to her, not just go on a shelf. "The artwork is beautiful and flows with the story. Thank you! " ~ Janie Frigault • • • "Great gift book. I've read and enjoyed it many times. "I bought this wonderful book as a birthday gift for my 14-year old daughter. It's become one of my favorite books, and I've read it many times. The wonderful illustrations are a perfect match for the story. "As a man it's great to read something with a goddess focus I can still relate to and enjoy. - James Gleaves • • • "This Goddess story is beyond-words fabulous. I was totally hooked. "It feels intimate to the level of the soul. The illustrations match the feeling of the words so well. It has transformed me. I want to read it again and again! "And then to see how the story came through you, to emerge as a true divine experience, gave me goose bumps. "This story is more than a story to entertain. It gives insight to the core of us as divine creatures and as women. Thank you is an understatement. "This book is truly a gift to the world." ~ Paula Pearce, Author & Illustrator of Saving Walter ABOUT THE STORY IN THE BOOK "The Goddess Who Forgot That She Was a Goddess" Once upon a time there was a goddess who forgot that she was a goddess. (It's hard to believe, but it's true!) She lived up high on a beautiful hill, but didn't see any of it, because of the sadness in her heart. Until one day she received an unexpected invitation to go into the forest.... You're invited to join the goddess on her adventure, and savor the enchanting story, inspired artwork, and playful and meaningful moments. As the goddess connects with her hidden longings, you might see deeper still, into your own precious core divinity, and find yourself experiencing that place where all hearts joyfully join together in the mystery. This story from Spirit is for people of all ages -- to soothe our sadness -- and nurture our divine blossoming. The high-quality hardcover book is beautifully illustrated with original artwork, making it a delightful treat for yourself and a keepsake gift for others. It indirectly and experientially touches on various themes, including the spiritual nurturing of nature, the empowering transformation of emotional healing, and the blessing of authentic divine connection between people. It contains no particular religious dogma, making it appropriate for people on a wide range of spiritual paths, or none. To learn more, or get your very own copy, just go to The Goddess Book webpage. Soon, you'll be able to enjoy and share this wonderful story! p.s. It's wonderful to read this story aloud to others -- and have them read it to you!

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BOOK INFORMATION The Goddess Who Forgot That She Was a Goddess Written & Illustrated by Patricia Dines Full color with artwork throughout Available now Retail price $24.95 ISBN: 978-0-9700941-4-8 Library of Congress Control Number: 2015921339 Dimensions 10.75" wide X 8.25" tall Pages 64