A shared admiration for the life and teachings of Dr. Viktor Frankl inspired this book collaboration. This book couldn't be more relevant during our time of racial unrest, excess hatred, an unsettled nation and misguided priorities. This book and its message will inspire all who read it to focus on the things they can control and focus on fulfilling a loving and meaningful life of service and kindness. It couldn't have happened without the help and support of family and friends.

Andrea M. Ackerly is an Elementary School Counselor in rural New Hampshire. She received her Masters of Science in Counseling from the University of Southern Maine. She teaches the Choose Love Enrichment Program at her school and loves to inspire and empower all children to have meaningful lives. Andrea lives with her amazing husband and two incredible daughters in New Hampshire. This is Andrea's first book.

Kimberly J.B. Smith is an Artist and Art Educator whose students have ranged from PreK to adults. She holds an M.Ed with a concentration in Neurodevelopment and shares her knowledge of brain function and mindfulness techniques in her classroom. Smith believes she has and can learn something from each person she encounters and from every encounter. Smith has published numerous art education articles and art columns. Kimberly lives with her husband, a writer, in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. To see more of Smith's art, go to her website: www.kimberlyjbsmith.com.

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