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9/3/2017

9 Comments

Gathering Dandelions

 
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Author: Melissa Maimone
Genre: Devotional

"Jesus is masterful at seeing the exquisite in odd places. … He came for both the sophisticated and the rubes. Jesus finds beauty in those who have been mistaken for weeds. He loves the unlovely and sees each one of us in amazing, unimaginably beautiful ways."
--from Gathering Dandelions
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In her trademark communication style of transparency, humor, and poignant observations, Christian speaker and author Melissa Maimone explores the
delights and difficulties of faith-filled living. She shines a vulnerable light on both deep suffering and tremendous joy through short stories, Scripture, prayers, and reflective meditations that read like entries from a journal.

More than a devotional, every chapter is a declaration of hope, that in the midst of this ordinary, fractured life, you are deeply cared for, intricately known, and immensely loved by God.
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Reviewer: Kandace Perry

I would definitely rate Gathering Dandelions, by Melissa Maimone with 5 Stars. It was an excellent meditation devotional; one I would certainly recommend to others and pick up again and again to re-read myself. The graphics and title were great, simple yet creative. The message of faith spread from the very first sentence in the introduction to the closing prayer. Gathering Dandelions warmed my heart, fed my spirit with nourishment and insight and drew my nearer to our Lord and Saviour.

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Mary Jo Peterson
12/14/2017 12:59:55 pm

Absolutely 5-star quality. Love, humor, story, humility, and calls to action make for an inspirational read.

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Steve marckley
12/14/2017 01:10:42 pm

I find the honestly and truth hopeful. That God meets us were we are. Uplifting, and encouraging. Love the book.

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Terry Wyckoff
12/14/2017 01:11:59 pm

Gathering Dandelions is truly a must have devotional full of inspiration and truth. I absolutely give my vote.

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Nancy Fisher
12/14/2017 01:29:16 pm

I absolutely loved this very easy to read book. I referred back to some chapters several times. I loved Melissa’s down to earth style and her sense of humor.

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Joanna Hettinga link
12/14/2017 04:02:55 pm

I’m so impressed by the fresh spin on the way the Christian life can be viewed. Melissa is gifted! So uplifting, authentic and honest.

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Jill Hatley
12/14/2017 11:21:18 pm

Absolutely LOVE Melissa! She is just REAL. Her transparency and vulnerability shows her journey with God. Her message is so powerful and uplifting. She is a beautiful women inside and out who is sharing her heart for God with all of us.

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Nancy Stemme
12/15/2017 07:46:11 am

Gathering Dandilions is sure to be an enjoyable read. Melissa writes in such a relatable way. You will find each chapter is filled with Melissa’s authentic honesty and wonderful storytelling that made me laugh out loud and at times brought tears. I always feel less alone in life when I read the writings of those like Melissa Maimone. A true 5 star book. I look forward to more of her books in the future.

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Pete Fisher
12/15/2017 10:08:34 pm

Loved this easy to read book. So proud to know the author!!

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Nicole Marshall link
12/30/2017 09:53:51 pm

Transparency is such a rare commodity these days as people are so filled with worry about what everyone else thinks. Books like this remind us that we have all the power with His grace to bloom where we are. Excited for more!!

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