A Little Lowder

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“Genuine forgiveness isn’t for wusses,” writes author Kristine Lowder in her new release, Forgiveness: What It Is, What It Isn’t, Why It Matters.  “It can require immense strength, fortitude and grace.”

Emphasizing that  forgiveness is always a choice, Lowder says, “Choosing to forgive does not mean you have to excuse bad behavior, or return to an unhealthy, abusive, or unsafe environment.”  She cautions, “Forgiving doesn’t mean going back for more.” 

Brisk and brief, this book’s “kitchen conversation” flavor is peppered with personal anecdotes, historical examples and real-life observations.  It includes a look at  “trigger-happy forgiveness,” essential elements of an apology, the necessary link between repentance and reconciliation, apologizing versus blame-shifting, seven steps toward forgiveness, when and how to apologize, forgiveness praying and spiritual warfare.  Lowder also debunks common “forgiveness myths” and  cites physical, spiritual and psychological benefits of forgiveness.

Includes How to Apologize and Mean It, Reconciliation Readiness Indicators, and a recommending reading list. Forgiveness: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and Why It Matters offers real help to real people with real questions.

Available in both trade paperback and as a digital download. From Ezer Publishing.  To order, click here.

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An independent writing professional and creative consultant, Kristine Lowder is a multi-published author specializing in creative non-fiction, inspirational fiction and humor. Her byline has appeared in hundreds of publications as well as several anthologies including Whispers of Inspiration, Our Fathers Who Art in Heaven and A Pixel-Perfect Christmas.  Visit her at Roads Diverged.

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“I’m not Italian, but my Uncle Joe Olivieri was – and how!”  That’s Amore! Life With an Italian Father, Mother, and Uncles is a collection of my late uncle's memoirs, edited and published by yours truly  in collaboration with family, “That’s Amore! is the story of an ‘ordinary’ Italian family in an extraordinary era, told by an extraordinary man.”

Brimming with historical anecdotes and tongue-in-cheek mischief, Life With sweeps the dust off a bygone era with accounts of Ellis Island immigration, grape buying excursions, an old-fashioned Italian wedding, an old-fashioned Italian wedding, an exploding back porch, mora games, skate keys, godparents and work at the “Dodgemaina” auto plant in Detroit, Michigan. Told in Joe Olivieri’s own words, “Life With” includes a delightful “you are there” stroll down his beloved Belvidere Street and a “meet and greet” with the neighbors – “one of whom was my Dad” – says editor Kristine Lowder, the author’s niece. Features more than a dozen recipes from the family kitchen.

That’s Amore! Life With an Italian Father, Mother and Uncles is a candid, snug memoir featuring a unique blend of humor and pathos flavored with warmth, kindness and a generous dose of familial love. 

"Editing Joe Olivieri’s manuscript and preparing it for publication was a joy, as was my uncle" says Lowder.  "After reading his exuberant, engaging memoir, I’m putting in for honorary paisanship!"

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That’s Amore! Life With an Italian Father, Mother and Uncles is available in both paperback and as a digital download from Amazon.com.

Creaky knees, crow’s feet or candles costing more than the cake? Don’t fret. Rev up your “almost 50” engines and roar into middle age with Kristine Lowder’s newest title, "how i got to be 50 and other atrocities: a baby boomer reflects on the boom and other splashes of every day life."

Part humor, part homily and all homespun, how i got to be fifty is a compelling compilation of wit and wisdom skillfully weft into a quirky look at the “things that last” and What Matters: family, faith and friends.

Disarmingly honest and down-to-earth, how i got to be 50 and other atrocities brims with “sneaky, cheeky humor” and insights without being preachy. Chapters include grown-up-itis, keel-hauling 101, home is where the webbed feet are, aqua velva, and gunk and world peace. Says author Kristine Lowder, “All are especially good with a thick slice of raspberry white chocolate cheesecake and double hot fudge. Don't forget the banana split chaser. If you're weight conscious, hold the banana."

Available under the Non-Fiction section from the Living Stones Bookstore.  Click here to order.

What Readers Are Saying:

"I loved your story! Good for you! I'm 55 and working on creating my life that makes me want to jump out of bed each morning- like playing hookey every day, but doing what I always wanted to."
- Sharmaine

"What a lovely piece! You hit it out of the ballpark with your observations, and I hope your fiftieth birthday year is gorgeous and magical and surprising and fulfilling."

- Bobbi

"I loved your story!  Thanks for a smile ... and a reminder to carpe diem!"

- Terri

"This is the first "fan email" I've written, but I just want to say you have found a "great truth" sooner than a lot of us have.  I'll be 77 my next birthday, and you have inspired me to play hookey!!!"

- Lucie

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