My Soul Sings for You
Spiritual Peace in the Life and Times of Now
Anthea gracefully weaves inspirational messages and impactful life lessons into true short stories. Authentic and unflinching in her passionate writing style, she awakens the soul with timely topics about life’s defining moments. She runs Anthea’s Anthology, a blog where she pours out her heart in words. Anthea is a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and she is an ardent advocate for healthy living. She and her husband, Chuck, cofounded Get Super Healthy.
Do you dream of a simpler life? Are constant demands and nonstop busyness stealing your joy? Welcome to the life and times of now. Sometimes, amid the clatter of life, we sense a whisper from the depths of our being, imploring us to stop—to seek peace and restoration. We may acknowledge the fervent pleas, yet we’re unable to devote time and attention to our souls. As we juggle the demands and priorities of life, we disregard the spiritual essence of who we are, and whose we are. We neglect our souls. Unrequited, they thirst on.
My Soul Sings for You characterizes the world today. Valuable lessons about family and life in all its glory are gift wrapped in true short stories to awaken your soul and restore your spiritual peace. Refreshingly raw and real, these writings will evoke strong emotions that touch your heart. As you resonate with the storylines, you’ll laugh at the humor in situations, shed tears of sorrow at life’s losses, and rejoice in the triumphs. With your faith renewed, you’ll marvel at unexpected miracles. Your hope will soar to new heights. You’ll experience the beauty of unconditional love and joy.
There is no distinct beginning or ending to this book. Pick it up whenever you have a small block of time to read a topic that speaks to your heart. Be still for a moment or two. It’s time for your soul to sing again.
For the backstory of this book, Anthea suggests you read this blogpost about the birth of a book.
Editorial Review from Kirkus
A motivational guide to simpler living that taps into its author’s experiences.
In her attractive nonfiction debut, Tripp draws in part on her time in East Africa in the 1950s, recalling some straightforward advice she was given about hippos and alligators. Gators, she was told, are very dangerous and live in swamps—so stay out of swamps if you don’t want to get eaten. That advice is typical of her direct approach. “Please don’t overlook the wisdom in simplicity,” Tripp writes in a sentiment that runs throughout the book. “If you don’t want to set yourself up for pain, don’t go where you know the potential for pain exists. If you don’t want to be eaten by alligators, do not venture into the swamps, at least not willingly.” She calls her book an “anthem to my Creator” and draws heavily on her life story, emphasizing optimism and flexibility in the face of life’s uncertainties. “I’ve learned always to expect the unexpected,” she writes, “and to smile at my Creator’s sense of humor.” Her book frankly acknowledges that modern life seems designed to attack and destroy peaceful simplicity. She reflects on how plugged-in she once was to that world, with feeds and notifications constantly bombarding her on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Vimeo, and elsewhere until Tripp felt like she was “ADHD on steroids.” She bravely took a step that others only dream about: “I announced on my Facebook profile page that I was reining in my activity on social media to passionately pursue the business and personal goals aligned with my purpose.” Through life lessons and her Christian insights, she seeks to provide antidotes to that continual noise and chaos. Her narrative voice is inviting; her candid optimism will likely comfort even her non-Christian readers, though her sentiments can range from the biblical—”Love never fails”—to the familiar-but-ridiculous: “That which doesn’t kill us can make us stronger.” She urges people never to underestimate the power of prayer or the value of friendship, and such ideas, though commonplace, are always worth repeating.
A calming and gently thought-provoking reminder that the simplest wisdom is often the truest.
Kindle Version: $3.99 on Amazon
Paperback: Signed copies direct from Anthea: $18:00 + shipping
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Planes, Trains, and War Games
A Fleet Air Arm Pilot’s WWII Memoirs
If you enjoy stories of bygone eras that are historically accurate and feature real characters with adventurous spirits, you will love Planes, Trains, and War Games, a collection of WWII memoirs written by Anthea’s father, the late J.A. Shipperlee. His various accounts of true events while serving as a pilot in the Fleet Air Arm are compelling and interesting reading.
You will discover why the Greatest Generation earned its name as you marvel at the courage and determination of those who served their country at young ages, shouldering unimaginable responsibilities. They mourned for their dead comrades and the state of the world, yet still enjoyed an off-duty party, a fun prank with friends now and then. You’ll catch a glimpse into how they lived and loved and fought fiercely but played hard whenever circumstances permitted.
The chapters written by Anthea add a fresh perspective to Tony’s accounts by providing insightful glimpses into her father’s experiences to reveal his nature, what motivated him, and how his love of trains as a youngster helped him during the war. She masterfully connects the dots between his chapters and hers, intertwining endearing snippets of personal information throughout the book, in the form of images, a love letter, historical memorabilia, and photographs of his paintings. She relates relevant, amusing tales about her father, unveiling the romantic, playful, humorous, and sometimes dare-devilish side of his character.
For the backstory of how this book came into being, Anthea suggests you read her blog post, A Dream Within a Dream.
Kindle Version: $5.65 on Amazon
Paperback: $10.99 (limited-time offer)