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Violet - Last Rites
by Rob Ryder

Published: 2014-11-15
Paperback : 116 pages
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Violet Ryder was 95. One day she stopped eating. She and her family knew something was wrong. When her doctor told her she had inoperable cancer, there was nothing to do but wait for the end. In this beautiful tribute, Violet's last days are chronicled in photographs and text, just as the story ...
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Violet Ryder was 95. One day she stopped eating. She and her family knew something was wrong. When her doctor told her she had inoperable cancer, there was nothing to do but wait for the end. In this beautiful tribute, Violet's last days are chronicled in photographs and text, just as the story unfolded for her children, grandchildren, and friends. Violet - Last Rites describes not only Violet coming to terms with her mortality and spirituality, but is also filled with remembrances of a life well-lived. Violet - Last Rites has a universal message. Death takes us all, but it doesn't have to be a tragedy. It can be a celebration of life.

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Is there an afterlife?
What are we really born into this world for?
by Vicki36 (see profile) 09/25/15

Life after death beliefs...
How to make the most of this life?
Are you afraid of death?
by Donnalee007 (see profile) 09/25/15

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This book will be comforting for all end of life situations.
by Vicki36 (see profile) 09/25/15
Family and friends of the elderly will enjoy the positive outlook that this book leaves you with.
A life party!!!!
by Donnalee007 (see profile) 09/25/15
We all know that death is part of life....so let's celebrate the life to lesson the mourning of the death!

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  "Violet"by Vicki D. (see profile) 09/25/15

This is such a touching book that will stay with you for a long time. It made me cry, it made me smile, it even made me laugh. It truly moved me, and I think a lot of people will find it very relatable... (read more)

 
  "Violet"by Dorene J. (see profile) 09/25/15

Violet - Last Rites written by Rob Ryder is not only a beautiful story about the end of life. But an inside look at how living a life of love and giving can give you such peace as you leave this world.... (read more)

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