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by Liberty Olea Moya-Raba (Author)
People need to read this heartwarming story of Euli to see the beauty of Christmas through the eyes of a child. The holiday season is taken so much for granted as people get older, most especially in this world that has changed so much where materialism and commercialization become the central focus of the Christmas holiday. Jesus is truly the reason for the season, but Jesus is in our hearts always not only at Christmas. Euli a two- year- old boy helps us all better understand this, in this remarkable true story. He loves everything about Christmas and never wants it to end. It helps all people young and old to realize the importance of keeping the spirit of Christmas in one's heart all year long. Children will love this book as the pictures themselves are colorful, captivating and real. This book provides so much spiritual food for thought, and inspires everyone, both the young and the old that the true essence of Christmas is more than gift giving; but rather it is the commemoration of the birth of Christ, the little babe who was the greatest gift of the Heavenly Father to mankind. The pure innocence, and uniqueness of Euli serve as a light to all adults that Christmas maybe over but Jesus' presence always lingers. Everyone can relate to this story as everybody once was a simple child. This story is so close to the hearts of all people who love Christ, and that is what makes this book extra special.
"The innocence and simplicity of a child... these values are definitely present in this beautiful story. A reminder that children are so very close to Jesus and that the childlike are heirs of God's kingdom. A very good story to teach values and virtues to our children." Fr. Cerlouie Fermin Jimenez, Pastor Immaculate Conception Parish Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
"A delightful and heartwarming story of little Euli, who so loved Christmas and wanted the yuletide season, in honor of Jesus' birth, to be celebrated every day. Which is metaphorically true as Jesus should live within us every single second of our lives. An anecdote that can be told repeatedly and help with Christian values formation." Dr. Leveric T. Ng, Faculty, Ateneo Graduate School of Business, Manila, Philippines
"A heartwarming story about the presents and presence of Christmas." Fr. Mark Axtmann, Parochial Vicar in the Diocese of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA: St. Anthony de Padua, Selby, SD; St Joseph the Worker, Mobridge, SD; St. Joseph Parish, Eureka, SD; and St Michael, Herreid, SD.
"I felt I was a little child while reading the story because the way it was presented is vivid, fit for growing children. Moreover, the interaction with the parents pictures a healthy relationship. The illustration will be appealing to children." Sr. Gliceria Manuyag, FDCC, Canossian Daughters of Charity, Mother Provincial- Manila, Philippines
