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Local Author Shares Message of Hope and Comfort

First Time Author Challenges Concept of "Moving On" After Loss of A Child;As Holidays Approach, Author’s Message of “Moving Forward With” Offers Comfort Cortlandt Manor, NY – New author Deb Carlin Polhill has announced the publication of her first book, "Love ~ Honor ~ Celebrate: A Mother's Journey of Transition" in advance of the holidays.  In the book, Polhill offers an alternative message of healing and challenges the widely accepted concept of death since the passing of her youngest daughter Cait Chivonne Polhill in October 2011. “I want to offer grieving parents an alternative to the notion of ‘moving on’ without their child, especially during the holidays. Instead, I chose—and offer—a different path of ‘moving forward with’ my daughter. The book explains how to keep your cherished loved one part of your family forever.  My daughter was with us for many Thanksgivings and Christmases. We want her to be part of future celebrations,” said Polhill. "Love ~ Honor ~ Celebrate: A Mother's Journey of Transition" is one mother's journey and first-hand account upon the passing of her child and how she chose to handle it. This is a story of remarkable faith and tremendous inspiration. Polhill reveals how the human spirit, via an open heart, can face a seemingly insurmountable devastation, yet continue to live, love, and grow. Polhill also shares her belief in the transition of souls and the eternity of spirit, rather than the notion of death. She discusses the concept of a forever connection, rather than the idea that someone is gone upon their passing. “My journey and what I have learned along the way helped me through the grieving and healing processes, and I am hoping the book with help others dealing with the transition of a loved one, especially during the holidays which can be so difficult,” added Polhill. The book includes poetry and songs written by Polhill and inspired by her daughter and the forever connection they share. The book "Love ~ Honor ~ Celebrate: A Mother's Journey of Transition" and companion CD; which contains a selection of poems and songs from the book, are available at:www.visionsvibes.com or by calling toll free: 1-888-739-8513. eBooks are also available atAmazon.com and barnesandnoble.com.

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