Unexpected Blessings

Stories of Hope and Healing

Roxanne Black

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Avery Publishing Group Inc.,U.S.
03 November 2009

Spirituality & religious experience

""Roxanne's heartfelt experience reminds us of the sacred experience we all share."" Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., coauthor of YOU- The Owner's Manual

Beautifully drawn stories of hope, healing, and courage illuminate the unexpected blessings that lie beyond the hurdles in life. When Roxanne Black was only fifteen years old, she was diagnosed with lupus, a chronic inflammatory disease. As a teenager with a rare and potentially life- threatening illness, Roxanne yearned to connect firsthand with others who knew what she was experiencing. So she made the decision to turn her diagnosis into something positive.

Working out of her hospital bedroom, she founded Friends' Health Connection, which is now a nationwide community that matches people with similar health conditions for friendship and mutual support.

Unexpected Blessings brings to life Roxanne's moving personal story, as well as the wisdom and lessons of courage she has learned over the years from famous leaders and celebrities, as well as everyday heroes standing strong against adversity. We meet Sara, an eight-year-old mature beyond her years, who is struggling with AIDS and the loss of her mother, and Ruby, a chronically ill woman whose devoted husband eases her pain. We experience Roxanne's poignant encounter with Christopher Reeve before his death, and also see unbelievable kindness and acts of love-family members offering transplant organs to save loved ones, strangers supporting one another through crisis, and more.

These powerful stories and reflections weave together a rich tapestry of hope, comfort, and inspiration, and serve as reminders of the incredible resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming challenge. In this gorgeously written book, Roxanne Black reminds us of the courage we all possess.

By: Roxanne Black
Imprint: Avery Publishing Group Inc.,U.S.
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 130mm, Spine: 16mm
ISBN: 9781583333556
ISBN 10: 158333355X
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 03 November 2009
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Roxanne Black is the founder and executive director of Friends' Health Connection, an internationally recognized organization that connects people with similar illnesses or conditions. Friends' Health Connection also offers events across the country and a wellness lecture series featuring such high-profile speakers as Dr. Mehmet Oz, Oliver Sacks, Elizabeth Edwards, and many others. Black has received several honors, including recognition as one of former president Bush's Thousand Points of Light, and her story has been featured in publications such as The New York Times and USA Today. She lives with her husband, Leo, in New Jersey.

Reviews for Unexpected Blessings: Stories of Hope and Healing

"""Roxanne Black is a dream of a writer-right up there with Anne Lamott. ""Unexpected Blessings"" is full of light, humor, and soul."" -Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of ""Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom"" ?Roxanne Black is a dream of a writer?right up there with Anne Lamott. ""Unexpected Blessings"" is full of light, humor, and soul.? ?Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of ""Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom"" aWith wisdom and grace, Roxanne Black shows us that we can find laughter amid tears, and a sense of deep optimism in spite of our struggles and pain. ""UNEXPECTED BLESSINGS"" is deeply moving.a aDeepak Chopra, author of ""The Third Jesus: The Christ We Cannot Ignore"" aRoxanne has learned, no doubt the hard way, that some of us inherit the arduous task of paving the road and leveling the bumps for others. Citizens of sickness seek community. She understands. This young womanas journey offers us a roadmap, for which I am grateful.a aRichard M. Cohen, ""N.Y. Times"" Best-selling author of ""Blindsided ""and ""Strong at the Broken Places,"" aLife happened to Roxanne while she was busy making plans. Her heart felt experience reminds us of the sacred experiences we all share."" a Dr. Mehmet OzaRoxanne Black is a dream of a writer a right up there with Anne Lamott. ""Unexpected Blessings"" is full of light, humor, and soul. It is not just helpful for those facing illness, it is a great read!a a Christiane Northrup a""Unexpected Blessings"" describes the heroic journey of an extraordinary woman, who has turned her experience with chronic illness into a vehicle for healing others. Throughout history the awounded healera has been the most effective healer, and Roxanne Black is one of the greatest examples of a wounded healer I know. Anyone will be uplifted by her message of hope, courage, and renewal.a a Larry Dossey, MD, author of ""Healing Words"" and ""The Power of Premonitions"" aI have known and worked with Roxanne Black for many years. She is a true survivor and has been one of my teachers and someone I truly admire. Her attitude and will to live are contagious. I feel herdesire to help others who are wounded reveals how important our relationships and connections are to our survival. In love's service only the wounded soldier can serve. Read this inspiring book and let it guide you in your life and surviving your difficulties.a - Bernie Siegel, MD author of ""Love, Medicine & Miracles, Help Me to Heal"" and ""365 Prescriptions for the Soul"" aRoxanne has learned, no doubt the hard way, that some of us inherit the arduous task of paving the road and leveling the bumps for others. Citizens of sickness seek community. She understands. This young womanas journey offers us a roadmap, for which I am grateful.a aRichard M. Cohen, ""N.Y. Times"" Best-selling author of ""Blindsided ""and ""Strong at the Broken Places,"" aLife happened to Roxanne while she was busy making plans. Her heart felt experience reminds us of the sacred experiences we all share."" a Dr. Mehmet OzaRoxanne Black is a dream of a writer a right up there with Anne Lamott. ""Unexpected Blessings"" is full of light, humor, and soul. It is not just helpful for those facing illness, it is a great read!a a Christiane Northrup a""Unexpected Blessings"" describes the heroic journey of an extraordinary woman, who has turned her experience with chronic illness into a vehicle for healing others. Throughout history the awounded healera has been the most effective healer, and Roxanne Black is one of the greatest examples of a wounded healer I know. Anyone will be uplifted by her message of hope, courage, and renewal.a a Larry Dossey, MD, author of ""Healing Words"" and ""The Power of Premonitions"" aI have known and worked with Roxanne Black for many years. She is a true survivor and has been one of my teachers and someone I truly admire. Her attitude and will to live are contagious. I feel her desire to help others who are wounded reveals how important our relationships and connections are to our survival. In love's service only the wounded soldier can serve. Read this inspiring book and let it guide you in your life and surviving your difficulties.a - BernieSiegel, MD author of ""Love, Medicine & Miracles, Help Me to Heal"" and ""365 Prescriptions for the Soul"" aLife happened to Roxanne while she was busy making plans. Her heart felt experience reminds us of the sacred experiences we all share."" a Dr. Mehmet OzaRoxanne Black is a dream of a writer a right up there with Anne Lamott. ""Unexpected Blessings"" is full of light, humor, and soul. It is not just helpful for those facing illness, it is a great read!a a Christiane Northrup a""Unexpected Blessings"" describes the heroic journey of an extraordinary woman, who has turned her experience with chronic illness into a vehicle for healing others. Throughout history the awounded healera has been the most effective healer, and Roxanne Black is one of the greatest examples of a wounded healer I know. Anyone will be uplifted by her message of hope, courage, and renewal.a a Larry Dossey, MD, author of ""Healing Words"" and ""The Power of Premonitions"" aI have known and worked with Roxanne Black for many years. She is a true survivor and has been one of my teachers and someone I truly admire. Her attitude and will to live are contagious. I feel her desire to help others who are wounded reveals how important our relationships and connections are to our survival. In love's service only the wounded soldier can serve. Read this inspiring book and let it guide you in your life and surviving your difficulties.a - Bernie Siegel, MD author of ""Love, Medicine & Miracles, Help Me to Heal"" and ""365 Prescriptions for the Soul"""