Feathers Brush My Heart: True Stories of Mothers Connecting with Their Daughters After Death [Paperback]

Sinclair Browning (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2003

One night, while sitting around the campfire with friends, Sinclair Browning shared the story of her actress mother, who used to warm up with breathing exercises before going on stage.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Featuring more than 70 stories collected as part of "the Feathers project," Feathers Brush My Heart is a comforting book for women in times of loss. Each story, ranging in length from a couple of paragraphs to several pages, speaks of some sort of communication between mothers and daughters; what they have in common is that in each case, the mother has already passed away. In every other way, each story is entirely different.

The women who contributed stories are of all ages and income brackets. Some write movingly of abuse and dysfunction during their childhoods, while others pen with equal grace tales of close, loving relationships with their parents. Some gifts are as simple as finally learning to make their mom's beloved peanut butter fudge. More complex tales show repeated instances of protection and strongly felt presences in the midst of physical danger.

Dreams, impressions, and objects all figure strongly, and many women write of the particular significance of a special flower, ribbon, vase, or article of clothing. Author Sinclair Browning ties this collection together with gentle musings and recommended readings, along with a few short stories of her own. And while the details vary, the core message remains consistent: those who love us are never truly gone, and contact is always available if you remain open to the possibilities. --Jill Lightner --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Publishers Weekly

Exploring mother-daughter relationships on another level, Feathers Brush My Heart: True Stories of Mothers Touching Their Daughters' Lives After Death gathers stories from women who have been contacted by their departed mothers. Editor Sinclair Browning (a mystery series writer) spoke with more than 70 women from various backgrounds about visits, signs and warnings they've received from their deceased moms. The anecdotes have more of a touchy-feely bent than a science fiction one: Linda Blanchard saw her mother as an angel in a dream and Carolyn Niethammer felt her mother's arms keep her safe when she was hit by a drunk driver.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Grand Central Publishing (April 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446690813
• ISBN-13: 978-0446690812
• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.8 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #95,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #65 in Books > Religion & Spirituality > New Age > Channeling

More About the Author

Sinclair Browning spent her childhood on her belly in dry arroyos hunting sand rubies, converting her propane tank into a stagecoach and exploring the Sonoran desert on her horse. Summers were spent on the family ranch in southern Arizona.

One of five nominees for the Arizona Arts Award in 2000, Browning's mysteries have also been nominated for Shamus and Barry Awards. Publishers Weekly compared her America's Best to the "heroic war fiction of John Toland and Leon Uris."

A former writing instructor, her work covers a broad spectrum including suspense, mysteries, historical novels, a metaphysical novel and two nonfiction books.

For more information check out her website at sinclairbrowning.com

Customer Reviews

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Grief Relief for Everyone!, April 25, 2002

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Dr. Sherry M. Bell (Sedona, Arizona United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Feathers Brush My Heart: True Stories of Mothers Touching Their Daughters' Lives After Death (Hardcover)

I found Feathers on the New Release table in the bookstore only two weeks after my mother died suddenly. The stories by the courageous women who share their experiences and contacts with their mothers has helped me tremendously as I stumble through my own grief. I had a very powerful experience just five hours after my mother died that shook my confidance in my own sanity. I mentioned it to two close friends who gave me discreet looks of distress for my mental state and disbelief. Fortunately, after reading Feathers, my experience was validated for me, now I can see this event for the blessing that it was. No one but my mother would have known how important the message was to me.

One thing I especially appreciated was that the stories were presented in a religion-neutral way, meaning that the author wasn't pushing any particular view. She allowed each person to express whatever was important to them at the time. Being more aware of the many different ways I can initiate and maintain a connection with my mother is the most helpful information I could recieve. I have already sent six copies to friends who are in mouring for their own mothers. Anyone who has lost someone close to them will benefit from the awareness that develops. This book is a public service to anyone in mourning.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Conforting and inspirational, November 1, 2004

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Charo (Lima, Perú) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Feathers Brush My Heart: True Stories of Mothers Connecting with Their Daughters After Death (Paperback)

I lost my mother last year. It was so fast, so traumatizing, so painful. The only thing I could do to try to get through this difficult time was read, read and read. I read about 10 books dealing with death. I found ones too academic, others too unreal...it was hard. Then I found this book one day browsing in Amazon.com and it certainly was the best book for me. It is not religious, or a book trying to explain just the psychologycal steps a mourner goes through. It is a book that speaks to your heart. And, eventhough I have already read it, I keep it to be re-read when I feel I need someone to speak to my heart and someone who has gone though the same loss I have had.
It should be a book every daughter, every woman should have.
I am greatful I found it.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A book to read if you are close to Mom., July 30, 2002

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Krista-Lea (New York, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Feathers Brush My Heart: True Stories of Mothers Touching Their Daughters' Lives After Death (Hardcover)

I am very close to my mother and as years pass I fear the inevitable. I think I purchased this book to convince myself that when my mom passes, she will not be far from me.
This is a collaboration of short stories written by many different woman who have had many different realtionships with their mothers. Some of the stories seemed far fetched to me, or I had questions of "what would give you even the slightest idea that that particular thing or occurance could have been a sign from your mother???" but more often or not, it was touching to know these woman, what ever they may have expierenced, gave them comfort that their moms were letting them know they were still loved and not forgotten. And then they were some stories that sent me reeling with tears and chills up my spine. Either way, it is a good read.