The Blue Wings of the Dragonfly: Finding Magic in Everyday, Everyone, and Everything

by C. Lee Roggeman

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Author: C. Lee Roggeman

Publisher: Sojourn Publishing, LLC

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ISBN 10: 1627472541
ISBN 13: 978-1627472548

The lure of the dragonfly has been in exitance for over 300 million years. Continuing to draw people in from many cultures and civilizations. It navigates with elegance and grace in the environment. Whether hovering over waters or flying in air. The spirit of the dragonfly is a very powerful spirit, we are on this planet for such a brief time, and we are never too old to make this transformation…In some Native American beliefs it is said that the dragonflies are a symbol of renewal after a time of great hardship. The Japanese believe that dragonflies are symbolic of success, victory, happiness, strength and courage. In Indian culture they believe that dragonflies are the embodiment of spirits that have already gone on. They are the bringers of dreams from the afterlife. When a dragonfly sits on your shoulder, all your dreams will come true. A symbol of change and self-realization. Courage and strength to move through these illusions and bring your dreams into reality. Helping us on our path of discovery and enlightenment. For they begin life in water and magically transitioning to life on air. Mystical and wonderous. Reminding us of the change that can occur with the slightest breeze. Listen to the wind in your soul with heartfelt anticipation, lightness of being and Joy! The writing of this book was set in motion by a force far greater than me. It is compelling and written from the heart. How you find the magic in a myriad of facets that compose one’s life, more importantly, a healing from within. Staying positive and focused in the face of adversity. Practicing mindfulness and in the silence finding the true nature of oneself.

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A heartfelt tale of triumph and tragedy
The Blue Wings of the Dragonfly is a heartfelt tale of triumph and tragedy, of being tested by the universe over and over. In reading it,you'll feel as though you're simply having a conversation with the author, one in which she takes you into the most personal aspects of her life. It tugs at your heartstrings, and you'll likely find yourself tearing up - but ultimately leaving with a feeling of hope for yourself and for this life.

-Chelsea Young, Editor-in-Chief of So Scottsdale! magazine and Author of the forthcoming children's book, The Color of Mother.

An Inspiring Biographical Tale

The Blue Wings of the Dragonfly is an inspiring biographical tale of a survivor. This woman's life journey has been riddled with unforeseen circumstances which she learned how to overcome on her own and now shares with us. This book is truly a lesson in how to summon our strength to conquer anything we face externally or internally as we walk this earth. I can honestly say I am a better person with more insight and wisdom to cope with life after having read this book.

-Jaime Abromovitz, and Bestselling Songwriter and Lyricist.

A Powerful Manuscript
This is quite a powerful manuscript, with some heartrending sadness, usually followed with joy - and then deep introspection about how life often works that way.

I Liked it very much; there are two sections that felt like a stab in the heart: the first when the author was virtually forced by her father to undergo an abortion; the second when the author had to have Jazz, her dog, put down. There is no way a reader can avoid being deeply touched by these moments - and others like it that occur throughout this manuscript.

-Bill Worth, Editor, and Author of the novels "House of the Sun: A Metaphysical Novel of Maui", and "The Hidden Life of Jesus Christ: A Memoir", and the newly published non-fiction book exploring his 28-year journey with multiple sclerosis: "Outwitting Multiple Sclerosis: How Forgiveness Helped Me Heal My Brain By Changing My Mind."

Overflowing with Affliction and Loss
In this all too human memoir, you'll walk casually through childhood moments and adult routines, periodically seizes with fear, shame, anger and deep loss as you journey through Roggeman's world. Veiled thinly beneath the graceful and sweet story line is everyone's journey through life. Messy, absurd and overflowing with affliction and loss. It speaks to us of being human through pain, yet always alluding to change, growth and hope. Moving and tender, you're compelled towards unity and possibility as you cry and smile with her...

-Jim Spina, Naval Officer, Nuclear Physicist, Father, and Author of the upcoming memoir, "I Almost Murdered a Complete Stranger"

From the Author

This is my personal memoir, the sharing of some of my life stories that weave together the interconnectedness and synchronicities of all people and events in my life. As life unfolds, it allows us to realize that we are divinely led. Coincidences? I think not!

There is a purpose in everything. We are never alone. Our experiences, both good and bad, leave us with a spiritual understanding about life and death, the reason for our being. You are strong, courageous and capable. You have potential, talents, gifts, astonishing qualities, and joy to spread that will change people regardless of who you think you are. A man, a woman, who loves, encourages, comforts , shares and teaches. We can all bring change to our shattered world. Surrender to the process and remember the importance of gratitude. YOU are AMAZING!

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THE LURE OF THE DRAGONFLY

The lure of the dragonfly has been in existence for over 300 million years, continuing to draw people from many cultures and civilizations. They are a symbol of change and self- realization, navigating the environment with elegance and grace, as they begin life in the water and magically transition to life in the air. Dragonflies are mystical and wonderous, reminding us of the change that can occur with the slightest breeze. They provide the courage and strength to move through illusions and bring dreams into reality, helping us on our path of discovery and enlightenment. They show us that no matter how brief our time here; we are never too old to make these kind of life transitions and transformations. The spirit of the dragonflies is very powerful. In some Native American beliefs, it is said that the dragonflies are a symbol of renewal after a time of great hardship. The Japanese believe that dragonflies are symbolic of success, victory, happiness, strength and courage. In Indian culture they believe that dragonflies are the embodiment of spirits that have already gone on; they are the bringers of dreams from the afterlife. When a dragonfly sits on your shoulder, all your dreams are thought to come true. Listen to the wind in your soul with heartfelt anticipation, lightness of being and Joy!

The writing of this book was set in motion by a force far greater than me. It is compelling and written from the heart. Life brings us challenges but also rewards. Sad times but also good ones. Pain is a doorway, through which you can find the magic in a myriad of facets that compose one's life; more importantly a healing from within. Stay positive and focused in the face of adversity. Practice mindfulness and in the silence, find the true nature of yourself.

About the Author

Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I was born and raised in western New York, Fortunate enough to grow up just minutes from a small town called the Lily Dale Assembly. It is the oldest spiritual center in the United States. It was here that my spiritual journey began. My mother would bring me for what was called Summer Session since the winters coming off Lake Erie were so severe that everyone departed until Summer would return.

I am a self-taught artist, a gifted painter, ceramicist,mosaic and tile designer with a degree in interior design. A writer with a passion for creativity and I have a keen interest in the arts. Always reading;you will find that I have four or five books going at the same time. Everything from spiritual, self-help, poetry, romantic travels and the latest on scientific discoveries. I also enjoy listening to music, cooking, singing and dancing. I love dogs (all animals really) My newest edition. A ten-month old puppy named "Izzie" who has brought joy back into my world.

I now reside in Arizona and enjoy spending time with my son and daughter-in-law and my three wonderful grandchildren. Watching their cheer competitions, baseball and football games.

Circumstances, coincidences, synchronicities have all led me on a new journey of creativity in writing. My true reward is to bestow my readers with a sense of belonging and hope during times of illness, trauma,loss, grief and sadness. Because at the core of every human existence is survival.