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by Charles T. Clauser (Author)
Brother Shad's Dandelions, an historical fiction story, portrays an elderly widower beset with multiple old-age problems as he endures living in and adjusting to the City Center Retirement Home regulations. He uproots dandelions on his daily sidewalk excursions around the grounds in order to relieve the stress of experiencing the closure of his international pulpit ministry. Aunt Matti, a long-time ministerial friend and a widow, takes on the difficult task as major caregiver for her aging friend. Therein, she is able to give assistance beyond what the nursing and counseling staff can provide. Brother Shad's deteriorating mental alertness and declining physical capabilities, observed throughout her daily visits, severely test Aunt Matti's ingenuity, resourcefulness and communication skills.
Author Biography
Reverend Charles T. Clauser and his wife, Mary, ministered as Assemblies of God missionaries in the Philippines for 25 years. Earlier in his life he taught instrumental music and served in college administration in the USA. His Ph.D. was completed at the University of Iowa. They live in Maranatha Village, a retirement facility in Springfield, Missouri. His first book is entitled, Family and Friends, Together Forever. Dr. Clauser has served as contest chairman with the Springfield Ozarks Chapter of the American Christian Writers for five years.
