Melynda has a BA in Child Services and a BS in History, with minors in Psychology, Anthropology, Ancient Civilizations, and a certificate in Medieval Studies. Melynda enjoys playing role playing games, especially Dungeons and Dragons. The ability to change character and walk though another persons world, to see the character interact is amazing. Melynda a student of humanity. She is currently working on her Masters in mediation and counseling. Writing is her passion and she loves the opportunity to express her creativity.
<p>A psychic medium once said that if you find a random dime, it is a sign that someone that you have loved and lost is thinking of you.</p><p><strong>A Dime is a Sign Through Time</strong></p><p><em>If you find a dime, </em></p><p><em>You will know that I'm</em></p><p><em>Sending thoughts of love</em></p><p><em>Through the veil of time.</em></p><p> </p><p><em>Ten cents with a silver shine, </em></p><p><em>A sense sent you to help remind</em></p><p><em>That someone who left you behind</em></p><p><em>Is always living in your mind.</em></p><p> </p><p><em>Sending love and vibes, </em></p><p><em>Felt as psychic sighs ...</em></p><p><em>The ones that you miss, </em></p><p><em>Send you a kiss ...</em></p><p> </p><p>Sherrill S. Cannon's second book of poetry contains messages written through the years in poetic form that put feelings into words. As a teacher, many of her poems helped counsel troubled teens and friends.</p><p>There are three sections in the book: Heads, Spinning, and Tails ... (Love & Loss: Coin Toss?). The variety of lyrical poetry forms include free verse, blank verse, haiku, and sonnets, while some are just playing with words!</p><p>Hopefully, this is also a book of healing.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Sherrill S. Cannon, a former teacher and grandmother of ten, is the author of nine acclaimed rhymed children's books, plus a recent award-winning book of poetry <em>(A Penny for Your Thoughts), </em>which together have received 63 national and international book awards since 2011. She also wrote seven published plays for elementary school children that have been performed in over 25 countries. Most of her children's books emphasize consideration for others. Married for 58 years, she and her spouse are now retired, live in Pennsylvania, and travel in their RV from coast to coast, spending time with their children and grandchildren, and sharing her books along the way!</p><p> </p>
<div class="pcr7" style="padding-right:335px;margin-top:15px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:25px;"><div class="pc" style="width:631px;float:left;margin-right:30px;"><div><span style="font-family:verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:normal;font-size:small;margin-left:-5px;"><img src="http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/x-locale/common/customer-reviews/stars-5-0._V192240867_.gif" width="64" alt="5.0 out of 5 stars" title="5.0 out of 5 stars" height="12" border="0" /> </span><span style="font-family:verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:normal;font-size:small;"></span><strong style="font-family:verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:normal;font-size:small;">Must read</strong><span style="font-family:verdana, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:normal;font-size:small;">, </span>March 28, 2012 <span style="font-family:Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span><br /></span></span></div><div style="font-family:Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;line-height:normal;margin-top:20px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;"><div class="mb30" style="margin-bottom:30px;"><div class="reviews"><div class="mt9 reviewText" style="margin-top:9px;font-size:14px;line-height:20px;"><div class="drkgry" style="color:#333333;">Reviewed by Anne B. for ReadersFavorite.com<br /><br />The Weaver's Route by Melynda Caston Anthony Allen begins by introducing us to Samantha Devanger and her greyhound companion, Pip. Sam had an invitation from the Watcher Questor to train at the Amber Citadel in the ways of the weirding. She would not be a regular student but a special project and was required to cut all ties with her family.<br /><br />The Amber Citadel was located in Myos. The training center was mysterious and magical. The weeks stretched on as Sam waited to meet with the Questor. She spent her time exploring the grounds of the Citadel and dreaming about what life would have been like with the man she loved. The man she loved was an Elder at the Citadel and one that wielded great power. He was feared by the students but loved by Samantha. The couple soon found someone wanted to stop them from playing their part in prophecy.<br /><br />From the first page, The Weaver's Route wove a spell over me, holding me captive. I spent the day reading this delightful tome taking only short breaks. Allen has created a mysterious world that will please the most discriminating reader. Her characters are multifaceted and likable. Even the secondary characters are well developed and add much to the plot. The love between Valdamar/Lycenean and Samantha was strong. This reader could feel the yearning they had for each other. I enjoyed Henry and Sam's interaction. Alissa and Kenya played a small part in the beginning of the book, but they helped define Sam's character. While this is a fantasy, it is also a love story. In this case you cannot separate the two genres, for without the romance there is no fantasy and without the fantasy there is no romance. I could see Alexander falling in love with Sam from their first meeting, but she could only love Valdamar. The plot is wonderful with its twists, turns and surprises. I hope the author is going to make this into a series.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>