The Book Every Mother Needs! As mothers, we live life thinking that that's our only title. We simply don't recognise how INDISPENSIBLE we are. We make sure that everything is taken care of at home and beyond! Priceless Roles of a Mother is an inspirational memoir and handbook, intertwined with humour. It comes from voices of mothers from all walks of life and aims to help you: -regain your feminine strength and true worth -reclaim your value and the gift of 'motherhood' -raise awareness to honour your contribution in life -revamp your roles into a hobby, business or profession Margaret V Aberdeen shares her own heart-wrenching story, which includes the survival of an abusive relationship, the tragic loss of a second child, homelessness and life threatening cancer. It is an extension of her poem 'A Mother' written due to the void felt from missing her first son, and the need to let the world know that mothers should be praised and celebrated not only on Mother's Day! Margaret courageously makes herself vulnerable to you by revisiting some of her darkest moments. This is an inspiring read and an invaluable resource for all mothers! What others are saying about this book: 'There's a saying: don't judge people before stepping into their shoes. The same goes for this book. The cover can't tell the whole story. You've got to open the book, read and you may find this book brings to light the limitless roles, achievements and values of "motherhood". They are all the things I wish I had known before becoming a mother, and I am sure even my mother and my grandmother would have felt the same.' Edith Huntington, Women Links 'While there are a lot of books out there aimed at the first time mother, which can bombard women with a variety of sometimes confusing messages, Priceless Roles of a Mother has a more refreshing and attractive viewpoint, which is to celebrate ourselves for what we achieve as mothers, rather than concentrate on how we could be doing it differently.' Debra Duncan, Life Living Experiences 'If you are a woman who is a mother or expecting to be a mother, I suggest you buy this book, read it and then pass it on to all mothers, and also to all male gender that crosses your path. It contains vital information everyone should know. Though I think I have been a good mother with my ability, capability and resources. I am sure if I had known all this, I would have been a better mother.' Cynthia Tyler, Women Rising 'I have thoroughly enjoyed reading Priceless Roles of a Mother and to have learned the valuable multiple professional skills we obtained in motherhood. It's a moving, interesting and uplifting read. I felt supported in my own personal journey as a mother, and I know many women will benefit from it.' Patricia Hill 'There are a plethora of books out there aimed at new mothers, offering tips and advice on everything from how to feed your child, to how to plan the best birthday parties. Priceless Roles of a Mother however, targets women at the other end of their mothering - those whose children have recently, or are about to leave the nest. This perspective is one that is often overlooked.' Judy Pendington
About the Author: Margaret V Aberdeen is a 'human dynamo'. She lives life to the fullest - who wouldn't after the survival of an abusive relationship, which almost cost her life and resulted in the tragic loss of her second child, homelessness and life-threatening cancer. Due to the void felt from missing her first son, she wrote a poem called 'A Mother', listing the intuitive 'chores' a mother does, which she has transformed into this book. Her vulnerability, strength and courage by revisiting some of her darkest moments, makes this book an inspiring read and an invaluable resource for all mothers! Margaret truly walks her talks. She is a member of several international peace organisations, a keynote speaker, life coach, workshop facilitator, and a 'Warrior Queen Advocate' for domestic abuse and injustice to women and girls. She has received several awards, including The Peace Ambassador Award. As a former victim of abuse, she is the founder of Breakfree of Domestic Violence Forever(TM). She delivers programs and speeches in an honest, direct approach laced with humour and enthusiasm to help women discover the destructive grip domestic violence inflicts, and the strength required to break free!