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Genevieve's Gift by Rosemary Serluca-Foster manages to express something as natural as the inherently open heart of a child. Inhabiting the "What-Is" of children's reality requires a more simple perception than the average adult mind can achieve. It requires a different kind of presence: one that slows to nature, beauty and love without the subtle application of directive will. The combination of Betsy Franco Feeney's powerfully innocent illustrations and Rosemary's sensitive and intuitive sensibility, this small book accomplishes the near impossible: a state of Being the magical reality of a child.
Jerry Wennstrom -- artist, author of The Inspired Heart and subject the documentary film, In the Hands of Alchemy (www.handsofalchemy.com)

"Rosemary Serluca-Foster is a real talent and her story is heart felt and applies to all children, young and old, who have ever experienced trepidation at expressing that still, quiet voice inside. Her book teaches us about the joy of simple presents and the growth of trust in one's own inner gifts that can be shared with all. Her book serves to remind us that we are all talented and if just trust that inner voice we can serve in greater ways than we ever imagined.   It is an inspired work and Rosemary is a joy to work with."
-- William Fox, Headmaster, Philosophy Day School, New York, NY.

"It's the best story I've ever heard because I also like to sing like Genevieve and a friend singing is the biggest present I could ever have from someone. I wish it could happen to me."
-- Alana, Student, Grade 2, United Nations International School, New York, NY.

Genevieve's Gift is a wonderful reminder for all of us to "listen to our hearts."  Rosemary Serluca-Foster's story is a tool for self awareness, encouraging children to use thier intuition to make mindful choices. Share this book with all of the children in your life and help build a better future for our world."
-- Bridgid Beames, Head of School, Namaste Montessori School, Trumansburg, NY.

"If we all listened to our hearts the world would be a more peaceful place. Genevieve's Gift teaches children to trust themselves and  reminds adults that sometimes the right answers will just come to us if we take a moment to stop and listen to our powerful inner voice. My students really enjoyed the story and listened to it with mouths open and love in their eyes. They walked away with a new strategy for solving their own problems. A winner!"
-- Karen Ager, Teacher, United Nations International School, New York, NY.

Genevieve's Gift is truly a gift for children of all ages. Adults will love it too. Rosemary Serluca-Foster has written a gem that needs to be shared with everyone you know. In this delightful and enjoyable book, she teaches children how to trust their intuition and celebrate their natural talents."
--Author Barbara Biziou (The Joy of Ritual and The Joy of Family Rituals.)

"I like the story because it is funny and most stories that are short are not that good. But this one is good!"
-- Preston, Student, Grade 2, United Nations International School, New York, NY.

"I loved the story. I think you have something very important to teach children. What greater resource is there than intuition to help you face the challenges of every day life? Children need to be reminded that they each have a great reservoir of strength inside, and your story does this in a fun and charming way."
-- Aldona Pilmanis, Head of Children's Services, Nyack Library, Nyack, NY.