Still Celebrating

Cynthia Shiver's life would appear to be an ordinary one. But this memoir exposes a rich life centered on finding magic in the mundane. Her collection of personal stories reveals lessons learned from a father returning to her in a dream; from a homeless man who gave everything with no expectation of return; from grieving strangers eating pie at a simple Kansas diner; from children, animals, and elders. Shiver's stories help us cope and believe in the goodness of people and our shared humanity. They are warm stories of healing and comfort on a chilly day. You will not want to rush through this book. You'll want to ponder its stories, again and again, for their lessons, their substance, and their compassion.