Book Reviews

Book of Life: Lessons from Mother Earth by Victoria Cochrane

In the “Book of Life: Lessons from Mother Earth”, Victoria Cochrane affirms for us that love is the only way out of darkness. Each chapter guides the reader on a journey to understanding that we are all one, connected, influential to the collective consciousness and responsible for working towards ascension. Victoria writes in a way that makes complex knowledge about the universe and the way in which it operates accessible to all. She gives her readers an understanding of the importance of taking responsibility for their own spiritual journey through meditation in its many forms and of the importance of keeping thoughts positive. I particularly like part two, our connection to nature and the gratitude it inspires within me to wonder in awe about how amazing Mother Earth actually is. I also love the addition of a meditation aligned with each chapter to put into action the knowledge within the chapter. This book offers humanity hope at a time when many are filled with fear and dread about the future and is definitely one I see myself returning to over and over. Pre-Order available from victoriacochrane.com/product/ the-book-of-life-pre-order/

Great-Grandma Elské’s Bamboo Cane By Rhonda Valentine Dixon An incident that occurred in the author’s Tai Chi class inspired this delightful tale. Elské loses her bamboo cane. She doesn’t need it to assist her mobility; she and all the women in the class use canes and swords to practice Tai Chi. Eventually the cane reappears and a second reason for Elské’s attachment to it is revealed. It’s a multi-generational story that highlights family tradition while demonstrating value in the elderly. At ninety-nine years old, Elské still attends classes weekly. The book embraces principles in Australia’s Early Years Learning Framework and New Zealand’s Te Whariki, Early Childhood Education Curriculum. Available from rhondavalentinedixon.com.au