Colorful, relatable characters embark on exciting adventures and share inspiring content that introduces new ways to express appreciation. Sing away the blues with their stories, and experience the joy of Lavishing Love.
Lavishing Love is an inspiring collection of beautiful love songs presented as short stories that tug at the heartstrings. This anthology is filled with light-hearted tales—some based on true events—that remind us of the joy of meeting someone new, celebrate marriage from proposals to stunning celebrations, and explore the complexities of families seeking harmony and fulfillment. The Lavishing Love family invites you to peek into their lives as they meet, marry, manage mishaps, and learn to trust and forgive.
In “Missed Kisses,” Lorraine struggles with her husband’s decision to spend Valentine’s Day away from her. You’ll enjoy a sneak peek into diverse celebrations in “Mixed Marriage,” where a couple running a popular event planning agency finds that spending so much time together can work their nerves and strain their marriage, exposing the baggage each brought into the relationship. In “Mall Walkers,” discover whether the Randolphs made the right choice in concealing their tragedy from everyone, including their adopted daughter. “Love Tribe” celebrates those who help us thrive, demonstrating God’s unyielding love.
Readers are immersed in the lives of Lavishing Love characters, experiencing a wide range of emotions: sadness in loss and happiness in overcoming loneliness and self-doubt. The author's sensitivity to the richness of her culture and the grandeur of her spirituality is creatively interwoven throughout this stunning debut anthology. Her understanding of America’s unresolved racial matters is intuitively addressed, while engaging commentaries unite with moving poetry, testimonials, and LOVE LETTERS. The author shares personal entanglements and a rich family history honoring ancestors, proving that LOVE CONQUERS ALL alongside the other inspiring content in the Lavishing Love offerings.
Like a cool drink of water on a warm day and a ray of sunshine when it’s cold, Lavishing Love is a feel-good read that explores themes of Christmas, Kwanzaa, Independence Day, and Valentine’s Day. This joyful book captivates readers as they witness how differently people navigate both extraordinary and common issues. Additionally, Lavishing Love encourages readers to embrace gratitude and express kindness to themselves and others. Bonus: Perfect Imperfection Events Bridal Guide with special event planning tips, real weddings, and an exclusive playlist.
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An insatiable optimist, the multi-talented Southern California native is also a quick-witted, award-winning writer, speaker, and philanthropist. Her passion for writing emerged during her youth, when she excelled in English classes, and her first poem—written just hours before the deadline—earned her an award. After a colorful and extensive career in government affairs, including roles as a news editor, reporter, and freelance writer for various publications throughout the United States, she retired early to fully embrace her childhood love of writing. Sheryl Lynne describes her lovely tome, Lavishing Love, as an expression of her divine gifts of creativity and hospitality. In this inspiring content, she has masterfully crafted a compelling anthology filled with lovable characters and moving stories, leaving readers happy and encouraging them to celebrate the miracle of each day and to lavish themselves and others with love. This unique and beautiful collection of short stories offers a creative and engaging reading experience that is often light and witty, sometimes serious, and always thoughtful.