A New Mother's Prayers: Poems of Love, Wisdom & Dreams [Hardcover]

Jayne Jaudon Ferrer (Author)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 100 pages
• Publisher: Loyola Press; 3 edition (March 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0829417699
• ISBN-13: 978-0829417692
• Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,753,649 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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A writer and reader since the age of four, Jayne Jaudon Ferrer is the author of four books of poetry about the bliss and bedlam of motherhood and the role of women in these turbulent times. As a copywriter for Young & Rubicam, she won numerous regional and national awards and, as a freelance journalist, her articles have appeared in publications ranging from Boca Raton Magazine to Today's Christian Parent. Ferrer is a popular speaker at women's conferences, book festivals, libraries, and schools, where she enjoys teaching writing and communication skills and the unexpected pleasures of poetry. She is also host of Your Daily Poem (www.yourdailypoem.com), a website that showcases classic and contemporary poetry that is accessible and enjoyable.

Women who hate poetry are surprised to discover that Ferrer's observations on cuddling with a toddler in the wee hours, teaching a teen to drive, taking a chance on love at midlife, or finding sanity in a cup of tea resonate deeply. "This isn't poetry, this is my LIFE!" one mother of three pronounced at a book signing in San Diego. Ferrer's poems show up at graduations, weddings, birthdays, and baby showers, where women read them to celebrate a moment or mark an occasion. Even men are drawn to Ferrer's books: one middle-aged fellow bought "She of the Rib: Women Unwrapped" the week before his wedding, declaring hope for enlightenment prior to marrying Wife #3.

For book clubs in search of something different, Ferrer's books are a refreshing change of pace. Topics such as sibling rivalry, staying at home versus returning to work, a mother's impact on her child's values, and handling abusive relationships make can spark lively discussions. Reader questions are available for all four books, and Ferrer is happy to accommodate groups with a personal visit or e-mail or phone chat.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for any parent, January 19, 2006

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J. H "jh333" (Montpelier, VA United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: A New Mother's Prayers: Poems of Love, Wisdom & Dreams (Hardcover)

This is one of the most gifted poet/writers that have ever crossed my path. Jayne's books can grab that part of any parent's soul that yearns to know someone else can relate to their life. Jayne goes through the highs and lows of parenting with such grace and incredible emotion. As a parent of preschoolers/toddlers, I give Jayne's books the highest recommendation!! Her books must be spread to any parent you know...and what precious gifts they make. Any recipient would be very grateful!

3.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Poems, but not what I expected, May 13, 2010

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L.S. "New Dad" (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: A New Mother's Prayers: Poems of Love, Wisdom & Dreams (Hardcover)

I bought the book as a gift for my wife who just gave birth to our first child. I read a poem on amazon and it was absolutely wonderful, as are all the poems in the book. However, I was looking for more of a general collection of mother's poems, and the poems do have more of a religious tone although it does seem to be non denomiational that does reflect the title than what I was looking for. But if you are looking for that type of book, I would highly recommend the book, if you are just looking for a general collection of poems, this is not the book for you.

5.0 out of 5 stars Ahhhh, The Perfect Gift, November 21, 2009

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Kate W - See all my reviews

This review is from: A New Mother's Prayers: Poems of Love, Wisdom & Dreams (Hardcover)

I married into a large family and the holidays are always stressful because finding gifts can be such a challenge. This book is one of those great gifts that serves as a thoughtful gesture and is actually useful to the recipient -- I bought one for all four of my sister-in-laws.