Saturday, April 13, 2013

"What of the Wanderers" by Jennifer Russ and Story Round-Up

What of the Wanderers by Jennifer Russ


What of the wanderers?
You know who I'm talking about.
The ones who start as leaves upon the oaks
And ride the wind forever, refusing to hold on too tightly to their roots.
Tossed and mangled by the elements, it is a rough journey to the very last.
You see, they die quickly, those wanderers, but oh!
The sights they observe along the way.


Jennifer Russ is the author of Whitewallsville, the story of a successful middle-aged man that encounters a life crisis, attemps suicide, and becomes a patient in a mental institution, where he once again learns how to choose life.

For more information, visit www.jenniferruss.info or read Russ' blog at www.agirlandherbuddha.wordpress.com


Below are my stories that ran in this week's Herald News


Walking for the children

Raising premature twins keeps this Joliet couple's hands full...but not so full that they won't give back to help others.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/19007345-423/walking-for-the-children.html


Joliet resident loved competition

Kathy Oliver Newman was a winner, whether she was engaged in sports or setting an example of generosity and excellance for others.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/19289752-423/joliet-resident-loved-competition.html


All in for animal rights

Meet a woman who speaks up for creatures that can't defennd their right to quality of life.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/19270750-423/all-in-for-animal-rights.html


Art as a means to help heal

Many people reached out to the Newtown victims last December, but this Joliet pastor is doing more than praying and offering support. He's creating and displaying tangile artwork to facilitate healing, and he's encouraging others to make art, too.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/19290085-423/art-as-a-mean-to-help-heal.html


Be wined and dined at JJC

Looking for an outstanding dining experience next weekend? Then check out this one. You'll not only enjoy a superb meal, you'll be helping up and coming chefs with their educational expenses.

http://heraldnews.suntimes.com/lifestyles/19417045-423/be-wined-and-dined-at-jjc.html

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