The photo shown above of Rachel’s book is from an initial prototype…a real photo of the book will be included in her Etsy shop once the book comes out on December 1, 2012.
My dear friend, Rachel Awes, has a new book, All I Did Was Listen, available for pre-order.
I almost hardly know where to begin to explain my experience with reading the prototype of her book on our artist’s retreat in Minnesota. Picture Rachel and I sitting on her couch, snuggled under blankets. I hold the book in my hands and start pouring through the pages.
I know all the hard work and years (and blood sweat and tears!) it has taken for Rachel to put this book together. I knew it was going to be remarkable and lovely, but honestly, it blew me away. Rachel is a gifted writer and her words cut straight to the heart of it all.
I believe that everyone has the basic need to be seen and be heard. One of the most beautiful things about Rachel is her ability to listen and care. I mean, she really hears you, so much that when you have a conversation with her, the rest of the world fades in the background. Her gift of seeing and hearing comes through so strongly in All I Did Was Listen. It is deeply relatable, speaking about universal experiences in such a sweet and loving way.
Rachel Awes holding a piece of her artwork.
Hello friends! I'm Lori Portka. I make art with the intention to radiate love and healing. 
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How exciting! I can’t wait to see it. Looks fabulous.
Thisi is gorgeous! I look forward to holding this beautiful book in my hands and savoring every bit of it. Loving you.