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Empathy is more than a feeling it’s a practice. Two4Avalon’s latest post shows how putting yourself in another’s shoes can deepen compassion, understanding, and connection.

➤ two4avalon.com/blog/post/2278702/learning-about-empathy-walking-in-someone-else-s-shoes
December 10, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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Terry Iwanski reminds us that books aren’t just stories — they often reflect what we carry inside. His post “Echoes in the Margins” explores how reading can reveal parts of ourselves we didn’t know were there.

→ iwanskiterry.net/post/echoes-in-the-margins-how-books-reflect-your-inner-world
December 10, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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just came across a thoughtful piece by Terry Iwanski — “7 Signs of Spiritual Transformation.” It outlines gentle but meaningful markers of inner growth.

➤ iwanskiterry.net/post/7-signs-of-spiritual-transformation-a-simple-guide-to-your-inner-shift
December 9, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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Bob Henry’s “Looking at the Daisies” stands out because it feels sincere. It draws you in slowly, but once it does, it holds your attention.

If you are into artwork that captures quiet clarity, this one is worth seeing.

www.bobhenryarts.com/looking-at-t...
December 9, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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New post up: Finding Healing and Redemption in Unexpected Places by Terry Iwanski. A reminder that no matter how dark things get, there’s always hope — and healing can come from places you’d never guess.

Read more: iwanskiterry.net/post/finding-healing-and-redemption-in-unexpected-places
December 4, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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If you’re looking to deepen bonds and create memories, the “Family Memory Games & Activities” post on Jamie’s Bookshelf offers thoughtful, easy-to-do ideas for meaningful family time.

Explore: two4avalon.com/blog/post/2345631/family-memory-games-activities
December 4, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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If you want simple and relaxing art ideas for the holidays, Bob Henry has a great collection of Christmas painting concepts that are easy to follow and enjoyable for any skill level.

Link: bobhenryarts.com/easy-christmas-painting-ideas
Welcome to the most wonderful time of the year! The air is getting crisp, the lights are twinkling, and the cocoa is warm. If you’re looking for a cozy, fun, and relaxing way to celebrate the Christmas season, you’ve found it. Painting is a magical activity that lets you turn simple colors into beautiful holiday memories.
December 4, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Just read “Gravel Soldiers” by Terry Iwanski — a coming-of-age story that goes beyond nostalgia, into the grit and the growth. Raw, honest, and real. Worth a look.

➤ iwanskiterry.net/post/coming-of-age-story-gravel-soldiers
Gravel Soldiers by Iwanski isn’t just a memoir; it's a powerful coming-of-age story — it feels like sitting down with someone who’s lived through the fire and is finally ready to tell you the truth. Terry Iwanski takes us deep into the messy, thrilling, and sometimes heartbreaking world of his youth in St. Paul, Nebraska — a small town where the streets hold as much history as they do danger. You can almost hear the roar of fast cars and feel the restless energy that drives Terry from one reckless adventure to another. The biker escapades, the run-ins with the law, the relationships that leave scars — none of it is sugarcoated. And that’s what makes it so real. Life, especially when you're young, isn’t neat. It’s wild, raw, and often full of mistakes you don't realize are shaping you until much later. But beneath all the chaos, Gravel Soldiers is really about the search for something deeper — the kind of love that doesn’t just make you feel good for a moment, but saves you when you’re at your worst. Terry’s journey shows that finding soul-deep love isn’t about fairy tales; it’s about survival. It’s about finding someone (or something) that shines a light in your darkest places and reminds you you’re still worth saving. And maybe the biggest truth Terry shares is that redemption doesn’t come wrapped up in a bow. It’s gritty. It’s slow. It asks you to be honest about who you’ve been — and brave enough to become someone better. Prepare one heck of a ride as we immerse ourselves deeper into this compelling memoir about the youth and personal growth journey of Terry Iwanski. Gravel Soldiers by Iwanski isn’t just a memoir; it's a powerful coming-of-age story — it feels like sitting down with someone who’s lived through the fire and is finally ready to tell you the truth. Terry Iwanski takes us deep into the messy, thrilling, and sometimes heartbreaking world of his youth in St. Paul, Nebraska — a small town where the streets hold as much history as they do danger. You can almost hear the roar of fast cars and feel the restless energy that drives Terry from one reckless adventure to another. The biker escapades, the run-ins with the law, the relationships that leave scars — none of it is sugarcoated. And that’s what makes it so real. Life, especially when you're young, isn’t neat. It’s wild, raw, and often full of mistakes you don't realize are shaping you until much later. But beneath all the chaos, Gravel Soldiers is really about the search for something deeper — the kind of love that doesn’t just make you feel good for a moment, but saves you when you’re at your worst. Terry’s journey shows that finding soul-deep love isn’t about fairy tales; it’s about survival. It’s about finding someone (or something) that shines a light in your darkest places and reminds you you’re still worth saving. And maybe the biggest truth Terry shares is that redemption doesn’t come wrapped up in a bow. It’s gritty. It’s slow. It asks you to be honest about who you’ve been — and brave enough to become someone better. Prepare one heck of a ride as we immerse ourselves deeper into this compelling memoir about the youth and personal growth journey of Terry Iwanski.
December 3, 2025 at 5:34 AM
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Discover a fresh perspective: not all family secrets are shameful or harmful. Sometimes they carry protection, love, or understanding.

Jamie’s post sheds light on this delicate topic: two4avalon.com/blog/post/2343785/why-family-secrets-arent-always-negative
While every family has secrets, not all are negative. Instead, these secrets have other purposes and roles for a person's life. This article explores why family secrets are not always negative. Families are full of wonderful stories—some told around the dinner table during get-togethers, others whispered in confidence, and a few kept locked away for generations. These untold stories, or family secrets, often carry deep emotion, mystery, and meaning. For years, people have been taught to believe that secrets are unpleasant—that hiding something means guilt, shame, or dysfunction. But what if that’s not always the case? In uncovering family secrets in Jamie Pulos-Fry’s book, it’s right to say that silence isn’t deceit; sometimes it’s protecting loved ones. Some secrets stem from love, compassion, and survival. Not every family secret is a burden, and this article will discuss this aspect.
December 3, 2025 at 2:44 AM
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If you’re into meaningful art and honest creative insight, Bob Henry is someone worth following.

His site is full of clarity and warmth → bobhenryarts.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:08 AM
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Terry Iwanski just released “Stages of Spiritual Awakening” a thoughtful, compassionate guide to inner growth and transformation.

If you’ve been feeling stuck for deeper meaning.

👉 iwanskiterry.net/post/stages-of-spiritual-awakening-a-compassionate-guide-to-growth-and-transformation
November 26, 2025 at 5:17 AM
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Genuinely impressed by Bob Henry’s For Artists & Art Lovers.
It’s thoughtful, grounded, and full of clarity — the kind of art insight that stays with you long after reading.

👉 bobhenryarts.com/for-artists-and-art-lovers
For artists and art lovers, Bob Henry offers an inspiring journey into creativity, timeless wisdom from art masters, and the joy of engaging with art every day.
November 26, 2025 at 1:18 AM
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Jamie Pulos-Fry’s new post, What Childhood Teaches Us, dives into how the little moments in childhood — belonging, kindness, connection — shape who we become.

Really touching. → two4avalon.com/blog/post/2345380/what-childhood-teaches-us
November 25, 2025 at 4:54 AM
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Terry Iwanski just dropped a piece on the 1950s “bad boys”,exploring what made them tick: cars, music, drugs, and defiance. If you love cultural history + rebellion, this is for you.

👉 iwanskiterry.net/post/the-rebellious-era-exploring-the-wild-lives-of-1950s-bad-boys
November 25, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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Found a super helpful breakdown of modern art today by Bob Henry — simple, clear, no fluff.

If you’ve ever been confused by modern pieces, this guide helps a lot.

👉 bobhenryarts.com/demystifying-modern-art-guide
Demystifying modern art is possible by exploring its evolution and key ideas, and understanding how to truly appreciate it. This guide will make comprehending modern art easier. You don’t need fancy vocabulary to adore art. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to look beyond the canvas. Demystifying modern art is possible by exploring its evolution and key ideas, and understanding how to truly appreciate it. This guide will make comprehending modern art easier. You don’t need fancy vocabulary to adore art. All you need is an open mind and a willingness to look beyond the canvas.
November 24, 2025 at 5:13 AM
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Terry Iwanski’s storytelling just sticks with you — Gravel Soldiers and The Headhunter’s Granddaughter both hit deep today.

One is grit and redemption, the other is rooted storytelling with so much history.

More here: iwanskiterry.net
Gravel Soldiers is a memoir about Terry’s youth, exploring relationships, and love pursuits. It takes readers on daring detours, biker escapades, and encounters with the law. The story highlights the importance of finding genuine, soul-deep love, ultimately leading to redemption and healing. Pedo, the central character of “The Headhunter’s Granddaughter”, grew up deep in the jungles of Borneo, Malaysia. Her parents gave her away to her father’s brother, a cruel man who used her for child labor, tapping rubber trees to make money. Her parents had too many mouths to feed, twelve children in all. Pedo wouldn’t be missed. Her grandfather, the “Headhunter”, cared for her by recruiting village women to breastfeed her and their children. During WWII, the Japanese invaded Borneo and tried to take over their village, and Pedo’s grandfather practiced his ‘skills’ with a vengeance As she grew older, Pedo was still naked to the world until one of the village women took pity on her and gave her an old white smock, which she wore for many years. She still didn’t have any underwear or shoes.The years pass, and then a middle-aged American man walks by the Salon one afternoon. She smiled and waved ‘hello’ to him, hoping to attract another customer. That gesture was the beginning of the next fruitful adventure in her life. Gravel Soldiers is a memoir about Terry’s youth, exploring relationships, and love pursuits. It takes readers on daring detours, biker escapades, and encounters with the law. The story highlights the importance of finding genuine, soul-deep love, ultimately leading to redemption and healing. Pedo, the central character of “The Headhunter’s Granddaughter”, grew up deep in the jungles of Borneo, Malaysia. Her parents gave her away to her father’s brother, a cruel man who used her for child labor, tapping rubber trees to make money. Her parents had too many mouths to feed, twelve children in all. Pedo wouldn’t be missed. Her grandfather, the “Headhunter”, cared for her by recruiting village women to breastfeed her and their children. During WWII, the Japanese invaded Borneo and tried to take over their village, and Pedo’s grandfather practiced his ‘skills’ with a vengeance As she grew older, Pedo was still naked to the world until one of the village women took pity on her and gave her an old white smock, which she wore for many years. She still didn’t have any underwear or shoes.The years pass, and then a middle-aged American man walks by the Salon one afternoon. She smiled and waved ‘hello’ to him, hoping to attract another customer. That gesture was the beginning of the next fruitful adventure in her life.
November 24, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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Spent time with Terry Iwanski’s work today — Gravel Soldiers and The Headhunter’s Granddaughter both hit with so much honesty and heart.
Check him out: iwanskiterry.net
Gravel Soldiers is a memoir about Terry’s youth, exploring relationships, and love pursuits. It takes readers on daring detours, biker escapades, and encounters with the law. The story highlights the importance of finding genuine, soul-deep love, ultimately leading to redemption and healing. Pedo, the central character of “The Headhunter’s Granddaughter”, grew up deep in the jungles of Borneo, Malaysia. Her parents gave her away to her father’s brother, a cruel man who used her for child labor, tapping rubber trees to make money. Her parents had too many mouths to feed, twelve children in all. Pedo wouldn’t be missed. Her grandfather, the “Headhunter”, cared for her by recruiting village women to breastfeed her and their children. During WWII, the Japanese invaded Borneo and tried to take over their village, and Pedo’s grandfather practiced his ‘skills’ with a vengeance As she grew older, Pedo was still naked to the world until one of the village women took pity on her and gave her an old white smock, which she wore for many years. She still didn’t have any underwear or shoes.The years pass, and then a middle-aged American man walks by the Salon one afternoon. She smiled and waved ‘hello’ to him, hoping to attract another customer. That gesture was the beginning of the next fruitful adventure in her life.
November 21, 2025 at 5:07 AM
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Stopped by Jamie’s Bookshelf today and it’s such a nice, encouraging place online.

If you need a positive boost, check it out: two4avalon.com
I have set up this website to encourage people to read more books about encouraging others, to help others around you and to serve and volunteer in various areas of the church, plus not to have fear to visit a widow in your own way. I hope these helpful tools will get you out there to encourage, serve and be a great help to widows and others in your future choices in your life.
November 21, 2025 at 1:47 AM
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If you love art, Bob Henry’s handbook is worth checking out. 🎨 It mixes experience, philosophy, and real insight from 70+ years of painting.

Explore more: bobhenryarts.com

#Art #CreativeLife
November 20, 2025 at 4:56 AM
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Two standout books from Terry Iwanski: Gravel Soldiers and The Headhunter’s Granddaughter. Raw life experiences, powerful heritage, and stories you don’t forget.

Explore more at iwanskiterry.net

#Memoir #FamilySaga
November 19, 2025 at 5:18 AM
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Hey friends — check out Jamie’s Bookshelf (two4avalon.com), a website dedicated to encouraging and serving others through books, faith, and community. Dive into their blog or shop for devotional resources.

#Faith #Kindness #ReadToInspire
November 19, 2025 at 1:21 AM
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Just discovered: For Artists & Art Lovers: A Handbook by Bob Henry — 70 years of painting & thinking, all in one book. If you’re into art (making, watching or just enjoying), this is worth a look.

Check it out here: bobhenryarts.com

#art #books #painting
For Artists and Art Lovers: A Handbook, is a treasure for those of us involved in the arts. I came to my career as a painter via my training in the world of fine furniture building. Thus, I like to think of his new book as the ultimate compact and portable “tool kit” for the making and the understanding of great painting.
November 18, 2025 at 5:50 AM
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Back to reading Joanne Radke and honestly… she never misses.
Every chapter pulls you in a little deeper.

Just here chilling in my own little corner, discovering something really good.
Got any book suggestions like this?

read more about her books here:
www.joanneradkebooks.com/book/
Discover the magic of imaginative reading with Joanne Radke’s enchanting Children’s Literature Book collection, thoughtfully crafted to nurture the hearts and minds of young dreamers. Each delightful tale blends gentle hand-drawn illustrations with uplifting themes that inspire children to explore their biggest ideas, tender dreams, and boundless potential. Through colorful stories rich in curiosity and creativity, these books open a world where little ones can envision endless possibilities and grow confident in their unique gifts. Let your child’s imagination soar with stories that celebrate wonder, hope, and the joy of dreaming big. Discover the magic of imaginative reading with Joanne Radke’s enchanting Children’s Literature Book collection, thoughtfully crafted to nurture the hearts and minds of young dreamers. Each delightful tale blends gentle hand-drawn illustrations with uplifting themes that inspire children to explore their biggest ideas, tender dreams, and boundless potential. Through colorful stories rich in curiosity and creativity, these books open a world where little ones can envision endless possibilities and grow confident in their unique gifts. Let your child’s imagination soar with stories that celebrate wonder, hope, and the joy of dreaming big.
November 18, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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Found myself going through Terry Iwanski’s pieces again today.
Gentle but meaningful — the kind of writing that makes you pause.

Read more about his books here: www.iwanskiterry.net

this books are great if you seek for adventure!
1. Page 5, Chapter 1: “I was looking for something. Somewhere on the road, in others, or within myself. Muffled echoes of the past pushed at my back.” 2. Page 39, Chapter 4: “There is nothing more we can do for him. I can give him a shot to help end his suffering. 3. Page 75, Chapter 11: “I’m pregnant. If you don’t marry me, you will never see your child.” Pedo, the central character of “The Headhunter’s Granddaughter”, grew up deep in the jungles of Borneo, Malaysia. Her parents gave her away to her father’s brother, a cruel man who used her for child labor, tapping rubber trees to make money. Her parents had too many mouths to feed, twelve children in all. Pedo wouldn’t be missed. Her grandfather, the “Headhunter”, cared for her by recruiting village women to breastfeed her and their children. During WWII, the Japanese invaded Borneo and tried to take over their village, and Pedo’s grandfather practiced his ‘skills’ with a vengeance. As she grew older, Pedo was still naked to the world until one of the village women took pity on her and gave her an old white smock, which she wore for many years. She still didn’t have any underwear or shoes.The years pass, and then a middle-aged American man walks by the Salon one afternoon. She smiled and waved ‘hello’ to him, hoping to attract another customer. That gesture was the beginning of the next fruitful adventure in her life.
November 14, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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If you’re into stories that inspire acts of kindness, Jamie Pulos-Fry delivers every time.

Really loving her work lately.

read more about her books & blogs here : two4avalon.com
Family Memories with a little mystery in it! By Jamie Pulos-Fry Family matters, and although you may not understand at this time why, there are five benefits that you will receive or learn from this book. The book will show you how a family can help a kid grow and turn out to be a great adult, with God and Family by their side. Servants Heart from the voice of an volunteer by Jamie Pulos-Fry This book is about being the best volunteer that God would like you to be, by being faithful, being a servant and helping others.
November 14, 2025 at 1:37 AM