As a social worker and the founder and director of a non-profit, Meredith Hawkins works tirelessly to give back and inspire others. But when her marriage fell apart, she felt lost, consumed by immeasurable pain and loss. Having studied composition and creative writing in college, she returned to the written word to process her feelings. Writing would prove to be a catharsis, allowing her to reflect not just on her own life but also on the lives of the less fortunate women she encountered while serving the unhoused on the streets of Arizona and Africa throughout her career. And in keeping with the theme of her lifelong commitment to serving the vulnerable, she shares her memoir to encourage women in the aftermath of divorce.Piercingly poignant and packed with pathos, Meredith Hawkins's When The Tears Dry is a beautifully written memoir rippling with intensity and insight. It also packs a wallop. Told in the first person and saturated with pithy reflections, it skillfully interweaves personal experiences events with observations of nature, people, and the world at large.Hawkins relates her personal struggles alongside powerful stories of resilience from women she met while volunteering in her community and abroad. Exploring the highs and lows of the human experience from different perspectives, her expressions nurture the soul. Far from playing the victim, she shares the lessons to illustrate how to get up, dust yourself off, and carry on. Raw and uplifting, Hawkins' empowering memoir will teach readers how to live, love and laugh again.
✔ Author(s): Meredith Hawkins
✔ Title: When the Tears Dry
✔ Rating : 4.6 out of 5 base on (19 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: B0BRYSPFKP
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about When the Tears Dry by Meredith Hawkins
Molly Adams
Experience the inspiring journey of an individual overcoming incredible odds in this powerful memoir. The author's candid and heartfelt writing brings their story to life. Each chapter reveals the resilience and strength of the human spirit. The narrative is both informative and deeply moving, offering valuable life lessons. It's a story that motivates and inspires, making it a must-read. Perfect for those seeking inspiration and personal growth.
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