Hi Reader,

My old neighbor passed away in Jamaica last month. He was the kind of neighbor whose driveway was included in our bicycle loop; whose wife handed us bags of fruit across the fence; and whose voice bellowed harmonies as we sang together in church each Sunday. We have not lived in that neighborhood for years, but the memories we shared became alive as we thought of his family mourning his passing.

In the Caribbean, as in many other parts of the world, elders such as my childhood neighbor, are the uncles and aunties of the community. They are an extension of the family unit and often they have the same values and mindset as our parents.

Beauty in His Time tells of many communities—some that I belonged to, others that I observed from afar. In each, I learned lessons that have made me who I am today. The extension of relationships and traditions beyond my childhood home has stretched and nurtured me.

I hope that as you read this book, you will reflect on the communities that you are a part of—What have you garnered from them? What have you given to them? How will you pass on the value of things gained and given to the next generation?

I can’t wait to hear the stories that this book conjures from your own memories. Our official launch date is just over a month from now and the book is available on Amazon for pre-orders. Some of you have asked about the audiobook, book clubs, or even the book being published in other languages. This has been a wild ride, and I am eagerly watching and waiting to see how far God will send this story. I will keep you posted! You have become a community of support to me in this journey. Thank you!

P.S. - If you missed my last newsletters, catch up and read them on my book page.

Candace Leon Author & Speaker

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