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Little Wave and Old Swell: A Fable of Life and Its Passing by [Jim Ballard, Kenneth Blanchard]

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Little Wave and Old Swell: A Fable of Life and Its Passing Kindle Edition

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Little Wave and Old Swell recounts a journey across the sea made by impetuous Little Wave and his sage teacher, Old Swell. Their allegorical adventure points young and old readers toward the enduring questions: Where did I come from? What is the nature of life? What happens when I die?

Old Swell's lessons remind us to stop amidst the rush and clamor of life, calm ourselves, and look within. Little Wave's misadventures show us how our noisy, competitive lives can distract us from life's important questions. The book's mantra Don't hurry; don't stop suggests the pace of a long ocean swell as an alternative to today's frenetic tempo.

Written with uncomplicated charm by Jim Ballard -- including original oil paintings by Catherine M. Elliott and a foreword by bestselling author, Ken Blanchard -- this timeless tale is certain to take its place with other classic and engaging parables such as The Little Prince and Jonathan Livingston Seagull.

Length: 97 pages	Word Wise: Enabled	Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled
Page Flip: Enabled	Language: English	Age Level: 8 - 12
Grade Level: 3 - 7

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"Enjoy this story. Read it many times. Let it speak to your heart and reintroduce you to the wonder that breathes from everything in the world." -- Ken Blanchard author of The One Minute Manager "Reading Little Wave and Old Swell I was impressed with the beauty of the writing and the depth and simplicity of the narrative. Its message of 'Don't hurry; don't stop' is one we all could heed amidst the rush of life." -- Gary Wright composer/performer of "Dreamweaver" "Little Wave and Old Swell is a classic. If you get its message, you will understand the true meaning of enlightenment and freedom." -- Deepak Chopra author of Power, Freedom, and Grace --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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Jim Ballard has written a number of inspirational books, including Mind Like Water and What's the Rush? He has coauthored several popular books along with bestselling business guru Ken Blanchard. Teachings of the worldrenown author and yogi Paramahansa Yogananda inspired Jim to write this wave fable. Jim is a business consultant, hospice volunteer, and Big Brother. He lives in Amherst, Massachusetts. Please visit Jim's website at www.littlewave.org. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.

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ASIN : B000RWC6O4
Publisher : Aladdin/Beyond Words (19 June 2007)
Language : English
File size : 5984 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 97 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : 1582701415

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Free Spirit

A beautiful and inspiring work

Reviewed in the United States on 3 September 2013

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The story of Little Wave and Old Swell is a wonderful fable, however, the more esoteric aspects of this story are amazing. Ballard has taken a part of our earthly existence, the lack of understanding of our life journey and where we are bound at the end of this earth walk, and magically makes it apparent. If you are interested in the spiritual aspects of our existence, this book touches on them in a beautiful way. The artwork is inspiring and complements the story wonderfully. I have purchased several copies of this book and have given them as gifts (for no reason) to friends who are like-minded. Everyone comments on the presentation of the concepts and the depth of the message. This book is a true inspiration.

Chris

This book has been a wonderful bed-time read with my 9 year old daughter

Reviewed in the United States on 15 March 2015

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This book has been a wonderful bed-time read with my 9 year old daughter ... and it has been a helpful bridge to deeper discussions about birth and death, body and spirit, form and emptiness. Illustrations are lovely too. Very sweet book.

George S. Davison

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on 13 April 2015

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great & honest story

Mark

Beautiful story, wonderfully told

Reviewed in the United States on 10 September 2016

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This is such a fantastic read and a beautifully crafted story. Loved it. Plan to share with my whole family.

Haley M Barnes

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on 11 October 2014

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Great book to teach kids the spiritual progression of life in a basic way

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