Roses In The Lemon Tree: Life's Paradoxes

Roses In The Lemon Tree: Life's Paradoxes

A poetic journey into Life's Paradoxes, Roses in the Lemon Tree is universal in its themes and prose. Inspirational writings awaken deeper thought and heightened senses through diverse avenues of expression -nature, mindfulness, relationships, travel, sacred spaces, self-awareness, and more. An oasis of peaceful thought, romps in the garden, and relatable human experiences . Use as nightstand reading for contemplation along your soul's path, select a poem or prose to sooth the soul, or open to a page when seeking guidance and discover just the right helpful phrase or thought. Beautifully presented as a companion piece for living in a turbulent world, Roses In The Lemon Tree presents opportunities for acceptance of the unexpected by gently reframing habitual thoughts. Rev. Patty Truman powerfully reminds us that thankfulness for the sweetness of life is an acquired skill. While modern life tempts us to rush blindly ahead, she suggests we learn to "metabolize pain as energy, trusting again the life work we do." Patricia guides us to a deep well of understanding where we learn to know ourselves. - Liane Brouillette / Professor, School of Education, University of California, Irvine Patricia Truman's poems are relatable and speak of the need to slow down, be mindful, and in quietness to sense all that is around us. It is a sacred exercise to soothe, heal and nurture ourselves. Her poems comforted and filled me with joy. - Dr. George Chandy BBS, PhD / Writer and Professor Emeritus, School of Medicine, University of California Irvine This book is a metaphysical treatise on the condition of one's prayerful, insightful and inspired thoughts. Glimmers of transcendentalism pervade with a beautiful promise. De gentle guidance for readers to participate in this discovery is imperative for a successful conclusion - Bonnie Holt / Mother, Joyous Grandmother, Artist, Homemaker, Gardener In our world of growing uncertainty, Patricia Truman's poetry takes us to the realm of mysticism and gives golden wings to our imagination - Sukhdev Dail PhD / International Sculptor, Painter and Teacher. Former art director for Universal, Hanna-Barbera, MGM and other Hollywood studios. I have been Rev. Patricia Truman's student, teacher, friend, and active sister of her Soul Family for many years. From Sacred Circle to enlightening dinner conversations on healing this planet. I'm forever grateful and continually inspired by her wisdom, grace, and magical poetry which I use as a tool to enlighten and uplift many yoga students and clients. - Carolyn Long / Quantum Healer, International Yoga Teacher, Quality Life Coach "Aspire to inspire before you expire!" Roses In The Lemon Tree is joyous and gleeful reading. Each poem's bud continues to open every time you reflect on the words. - Ruben Flores / Vision Scape, International Designer and Owner of Laguna Nursery Patricia Truman's poetic words create a masterpiece for the heart. Her works shift our perspective and give us hope. With each new book, she continues to surprise and astound. - Gail Michael / Editor and Published Author, Unveiling Rosanna Patricia Truman has presented us with another soulful and insightful book of poetry, "Roses in the Lemon Tree," a dedication to her beloved mother. Patricia recalls, as a child, her mother tending the garden as the roses wrapped themselves around the lemon tree amid her flowering plants. She learned from her mother the lessons that the earth and her garden had to teach. These are some of the reflections in this beautiful and insightful book.After many years of writing published articles in newspapers and meditations for Creative Thought Magazine, she released her first book in 2022, "Mystic Cloud Walker." Patricia, an ordained minister, was a speaker and prayer practitioner for Centers for Spiritual Living where she taught classes and performed ceremonies and Sacred Circles. She is also a successful businesswoman who has been given many awards throughout her 42+ year career. Her most cherished is the 2008 Realtor of the Year award which was an acknowledgement of being held in high esteem by her peers. As an escrow officer, she was pivotal in the success of helping start an escrow company. She is also a personal investor and active community supporter.She has a robust and growing family which includes ten grandchildren, twenty-one great-grands, and two great-great- grands. With her ever-growing tribe who she dearly loves, she relishes being a mentor and supporter to all, a soul-satisfying experience. Patricia also enjoys friends, family, traveling, walking, yoga and the beauty of her lovely Laguna Beach community, her home and garden.facebook: www.facebook.com/patriciapepertrumanwebsite: www.patriciatruman.com