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The Two Gifts

The Two Gifts


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You need to come up with a wedding gift for a couple who are friends. A gift certificate for Bed Bath and Beyond won't do it. These friends are smart, witty and totally egalitarian in their value system and lifestyle. Like you, they are feminists (and who, among your peers isn't these days?) So what do you get them? When I was working in a computer firm, I heard that one of our young technicians was soon getting married. I wanted to wish him and his new life's partner well and convey my hopes for their happiness. As I thought about what I hoped for their life together, I realized that I wanted them to have what Linda and I have. I wanted them to experience an intimacy in their relationship that is free of fear - an equality where both of them can go through their individual lives, empowered to pursue their own unique dreams and passions. How do you convey that message to someone who spends 8-10 hours a day deciphering computer chip compatibility, memory board configurations and network protocols? Hallmark cards were not helpful. Enter metaphor and story themes to the rescue. My college literature major turned out to be of use after all. So I wrote this story for this couple who were starting out on their pathways together.
About the Author: Philip Siddons and his wife Linda live in Kenmore, NY. He completed a BA with literature and religion majors in Wheaton College, a Master of Divinity (with concentration in New Testament and Feminist studies) at Gordon Conwell and a Doctorate of Ministry (with the same research concentrations) at Colgate Rochester Divinity School. His doctoral thesis was published by Judson Press in 1980 as "Speaking Out For Women." After several reprints, he decided to rename the book "Jesus, Feminism & You" -now sold in the Amazon store. The name was changed because he wanted to ensure that the original title wouldn't be mistakenly understood as suggesting that women needed anyone, other than themselves, to speak out on their behalf. The lesson learned: When it's your first book and the publisher suggests a title, don't accept it without thinking more about it. Philip worked as a Protestant minister for 15 years. In those years, he campaigned, often without success, for rights and leadership equality of all people, regardless of their gender or sexual orientation. As much as he loved the teaching, writing and opportunities to make a positive difference in people's lives, his career migrated to marketing, advertising, technology and communication. In the ensuing years, he worked for several wonderful non-profit organizations - in his mind "ministering" to their clients but this time through technology and communication. Through time, he developed his skills in electronic publishing, web communications, graphics, videography and technology consultation. He feels a profound sense of gratitude in being able to write and publish content that he feels empowers and delights his audience. For updates and information on other publications by Philip Siddons, go to this supporting webpage at: http: //FlyByNightPublishing.com


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781523491186
  • Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Publisher Imprint: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
  • Height: 254 mm
  • No of Pages: 26
  • Series Title: English
  • Sub Title: A feminist medieval tale about the choices in using power in relationships
  • Width: 178 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1523491183
  • Publisher Date: 19 Jan 2016
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 2 mm
  • Weight: 132 gr

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