| Morning Reflections: A Collection of Bible Verses, Prayers, & Inspirational Poetry for Daily Reflection Contributor(s): Hood, Karen Jean Matsko (Author) |
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ISBN: 0967936845 ISBN-13: 9780967936840 Publisher: Whispering Pine Press International, Inc. OUR PRICE: $29.65 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 2011 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Meditations - General - Poetry | Subjects & Themes - Inspirational & Religious - Religion | Christian Living - General |
| Series: Hood Inspirational Reflections |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6" W x 9" (0.88 lbs) 164 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Morning is a time to embrace renewed opportunity, fresh perspective, and an overall sense of rejuvenation. Morning Reflections is a collection of powerful and inspirational reading that is dedicated to helping you begin each new day in a positive way. Christian and inspirational author and poet Karen Jean Matsko Hood has woven together poems, prayers, and Biblical verses to fill your soul and spirit with peace and understanding. Just like a hearty morning meal strengthens your physical body, it is equally important to center your emotions and nourish your spirit with the sure footing that can only come from a personal connection with the Creator. Morning Reflections offers enlightenment and wisdom through blending encouraging prose and Scripture passages. This truly insightful new book of reflections makes for a perfect bedside companion or as a topic of conversation over the coffee table. This book is a wonderful gift to friends and family for daily morning prayer and appreciation of Christ's teachings. It is also for those with whom we are given the opportunity to share and experience it. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hood, Karen Jean Matsko: - Karen Jean Matsko Hood began writing as a shy author, but has now developed a voice that is all her own. Karen exhibits a unique story as well as a voice of empathy and purpose. Ms. Hood's writing is strong-minded. She is a meticulous wordsmith and combines stories with compassion. Karen has always loved children and is devoted to the needs of children. It is only natural that she would channel her efforts to include children's books and poetry. Karen reminds us of the importance of our links with nature and environment in our daily lives. Her writing carries the urgency and outrage of the current social injustice and inequality. The recurring theme in Ms. Ms. Hood's work is to provide a voice for those whose struggle cannot be heard. Hood's writing brings poignancy to the most hopeless of situations. She is romantic in her vision for a quest for dignity and social justice. Karen also writes about personal and spiritual themes. She is passionate both as a feminist and as an active children's rights advocate. Hood also works to encourage literacy for all ages. Her blend of traditionalism and modernism brings a current freshness and uniqueness to her own poetic voice. She is versatile in her writing style and is able to incorporate a wide range of themes and topics. Her poems have been published in a myriad of magazines and publications. Karen was born and raised in Great Falls, Montana. In May 2001, she completed her Master's Degree in Pastoral Ministry at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. Hood is working on research projects to complete her Ph.D. in Leadership Studies at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. She resides in Liberty Lake, Washington, along with her husband, many of her sixteen children. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, collecting, photography, indoor and outdoor gardening, farming, and the cultivation of unusual flowering plants and orchids. |