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Glimpses of Grace
Gifts in Times of Change
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Pub Date
2 Mar 2026
| Archive Date
1 Apr 2026
Description
Glimpses of Grace is a luminous tapestry of memory. This extraordinary collection reveals the profound beauty that emerges when we learn to see with our hearts. As macular degeneration gradually transforms her physical sight, Bowen discovers an even more vivid way of witnessing the world, her prose blooming with the remembered brilliance of gardens, the play of light through leaves, and the vibrant colors that dance across canvas and memory. Through interconnected pieces that shimmer with wisdom and grace, she invites us into tender moments that celebrate life in all its magnificent forms, while her beloved dogs teach profound lessons about grief, resilience, and our infinite capacity to survive loss and open our hearts anew.
Most beautifully, Bowen illuminates the sacred connections that bind us—fleeting exchanges with strangers that change everything, the trust between patient and caregiver, the revelations that pass between teacher and student, and the deep roots of family love. Each encounter becomes a meditation on how we truly see one another, how we honor the precious gift of being alive together on this earth.
Glimpses of Grace is a luminous tapestry of memory. This extraordinary collection reveals the profound beauty that emerges when we learn to see with our hearts. As macular degeneration gradually...
Description
Glimpses of Grace is a luminous tapestry of memory. This extraordinary collection reveals the profound beauty that emerges when we learn to see with our hearts. As macular degeneration gradually transforms her physical sight, Bowen discovers an even more vivid way of witnessing the world, her prose blooming with the remembered brilliance of gardens, the play of light through leaves, and the vibrant colors that dance across canvas and memory. Through interconnected pieces that shimmer with wisdom and grace, she invites us into tender moments that celebrate life in all its magnificent forms, while her beloved dogs teach profound lessons about grief, resilience, and our infinite capacity to survive loss and open our hearts anew.
Most beautifully, Bowen illuminates the sacred connections that bind us—fleeting exchanges with strangers that change everything, the trust between patient and caregiver, the revelations that pass between teacher and student, and the deep roots of family love. Each encounter becomes a meditation on how we truly see one another, how we honor the precious gift of being alive together on this earth.
A Note From the Publisher
I am 82 and am experiencing the most fulfilling and joyful time of my life. I live in gratitude for a life always full of blessings despite the speed bumps that come with living in a complex world.
I have been blessed with two amazing daughters, four wonderful grandchildren, and a husband who was always supportive, caring and challenging. I was loved.
A 42-year career as an occupational therapist, as both clinician and educator, brought me thousands of clients and friends who taught me always about compassion and respect. And now I get to enjoy my lifelong passions of writing and painting.
I am 82 and am experiencing the most fulfilling and joyful time of my life. I live in gratitude for a life always full of blessings despite the speed bumps that come with living in a complex world.
...
A Note From the Publisher
I am 82 and am experiencing the most fulfilling and joyful time of my life. I live in gratitude for a life always full of blessings despite the speed bumps that come with living in a complex world.
I have been blessed with two amazing daughters, four wonderful grandchildren, and a husband who was always supportive, caring and challenging. I was loved.
A 42-year career as an occupational therapist, as both clinician and educator, brought me thousands of clients and friends who taught me always about compassion and respect. And now I get to enjoy my lifelong passions of writing and painting.
Advance Praise
"Glimpses of Grace by Judith E. Bowen is such a lovely memoir. I went in thinking it would mostly be religious in tone, but it is actually very attuned to a multitude of traditions and faiths. It is clear that Bowen has a nurturing heart, and we see this in her care of her husband and daughter. What is extra special is how Bowen has learned to turn that love back to herself, and through her difficulties has discovered that the world around her will provide everything she needs. [...]This is a well-written, beautifully honest memoir that is absolutely worth a read. Recommended." - Reader's Favorite
"Glimpses of Grace by Judith E. Bowen is such a lovely memoir. I went in thinking it would mostly be religious in tone, but it is actually very attuned to a multitude of traditions and faiths. It is...
Advance Praise
"Glimpses of Grace by Judith E. Bowen is such a lovely memoir. I went in thinking it would mostly be religious in tone, but it is actually very attuned to a multitude of traditions and faiths. It is clear that Bowen has a nurturing heart, and we see this in her care of her husband and daughter. What is extra special is how Bowen has learned to turn that love back to herself, and through her difficulties has discovered that the world around her will provide everything she needs. [...]This is a well-written, beautifully honest memoir that is absolutely worth a read. Recommended." - Reader's Favorite
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Live virtual events
Customized book announcement email
Kirkus/Publishers Weekly reviews
Editorial reviews
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Award submissions
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Available Editions
| EDITION |
Paperback |
| ISBN |
9798901740019 |
| PRICE |
$13.99 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
128
|
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Additional Information
Available Editions
| EDITION |
Paperback |
| ISBN |
9798901740019 |
| PRICE |
$13.99 (USD)
|
| PAGES |
128
|
Available on NetGalley
NetGalley Reader
(EPUB)
NetGalley Shelf App
(EPUB)
Send to Kindle (EPUB)
Download (EPUB)
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