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by Elizabeth Suess (Author), Tara Suess (Author), Tara Suess (Illustrator)
A life full of joy is within reach for each and every one of us. Although often seeming elusive and fleeting in a challenging world marked with personal striving and difficulties, joy is much more readily attainable than most perceive. Regardless of our current situation, Joy All Around Us reveals how to find true happiness and joy in our lives.
Collaboratively written by a married couple and their daughter, the authors draw from their own respective life journeys to map out the pathway to joy. Each authors' infectiously joyful point-of-view shines bright with a uniquely different voice, colored and shaped with varying experiences, interests and perspectives. The relatable anecdotes and musings both inspire and entertain, while evoking readers own fond memories and appreciation of personal blessings.
The search begins from within. The book shows us that by being very intentional with our choices, mind-set, and surroundings, we can position ourselves to realize greater levels of happiness. And, ultimately, the book highlights the means to further transforming these powerfully positive emotions into lasting joy. Overall, Joy All Around Us succeeds in laying out the road map to joy-while managing to amuse and spark feelings of joy along the way!
Author Biography
A collaborative effort between a husband, wife, and daughter, this book is based on their real-life journeys.
Gary is the co-founder of Kingdom Winds along with his wife, Beth. He has been a serial entrepreneur since graduating from college. The majority of his career has been spent building and leading successful, mortgage-banking businesses, including those of some of the nation's largest banks. He's also written for a national sports website as a featured columnist and founded a marketing agency. Outside the world of bits and bytes, business models, and branding, Gary has maintained a lifelong love for sports, music, reading, writing, pizza, and cats. Whether pursuing business, leisure, ministry, or simply hanging out with friends and family, Gary counts it all joy with a life anchored in faith, filled with the deep love and friendship of God.
After a banking career, Elizabeth transitioned her focus to raising their daughter, managing the household, engaging in women's ministry, and caring for their beloved cats. She has nurtured her passion for writing through blogging, centering on helping others navigate unpredictable life journeys. When she is not in her home office, you may very well find her in their workout room, lifting weights, another lifelong passion. Please don't ask her about cardio. One of her greatest joys is helping collective members realize both their God-given potential and dreams.
After graduating from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Advertising and concentration in journalism, Tara currently works for a large advertising agency in the Big Apple. On the side, she has a burgeoning career as an artist, offering custom portraits along with producing and selling her artistic creations through TaraSuess.com
