A lonely old woman, Lily, watches a foster child tend a small urban flower garden outside her window at a senior care facility that is across the street from Chicago's poverty-stricken Cabrini-Green projects. The talented and affable boy, Presley, is devoted to his daisies. When Lily reaches out to him, the two become fast friends. She helps him navigate his far-from-nurturing foster family life by securing a job for him at her facility.Presley is an increasingly valuable addition to the elder community, adored by the staff and the residents. But the criminal element in the projects is difficult for the boy to avoid. Violence ensues and the continued threats to Presley are real, but so is the love of his new extended family of elders and friends who unite to rescue him from escalating danger and tragic circumstances.In "The Daisy Field," Amy Sutton illustrates the power of a loving family to make miracles possible, akin to the blossoming of a field of daisies when given the proper care.
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About the Author:
Amy Sutton is an author who teaches fitness, sings and serves as a volunteer. Her underlying goal is to help others to achieve their physical wealth and the mindfulness of being that enables one to perceive and believe in life's miracles.AUTHOR HOME: Danville, CA
From the Inside Flap:
"A welcome escape from your network news . . . this tale of love and hope defies realism and invites you to believe in the power of miracles." –Roger Knorr, Recreation Manager, Waterford at Rossmoor "Heartwarming and rich like a favorite latte you can't put down." Jean Crane, Certified “Aging to Sage-ing” Facilitator "... an absolute charmer! I've had years of experience working with seniors and I know this story will speak to their hearts. Truly a fable." –Bob Cooney, Owner and Creator of InterAct Performance Coaching "A story with a fairytale-feel to delight in and embrace." –Sheila Villarreal, Activities Director, Aegis of Pleasant Hill
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- PublisherTwo Harbors Pr
- Publication date2011
- ISBN 10 1936401517
- ISBN 13 9781936401512
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages251
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