Diana’s real–life accounts are reminiscent of Erma Bombeck, yet packed with examples from the 21st century. Handbag of Hope is: • Hilarious. Laugh with Diana throughout the book, especially the story about being caught in public in her polka dot pajamas. • Relevant. Relate to Diana’s refreshing transparency as she recounts the zany details in planning a trip for some much needed R&R. • Heartwarming. Receive God’s comfort knowing that He doesn’t forget your efforts—even when you think you’ve lost the neighbor’s cat. Diana gives encouragement and hope, immersed in humor, as she takes the reader through life’s events. Laughter is good medicine! —Brendan O’Rourke, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Author, Speaker This fun book helps us see God in the everyday hilarity of our lives as women. —Denise Baez, Ladies Community Group Director at The Bridge Fellowship Diana’s ability to relate to women’s challenges in a lighthearted manner will captivate you page after page. —Karen Ramirez, Retired Public School Administrator, ESL Educator Diana Sheley’s stories come from a rich background of trying to do life in the midst of challenging circumstances. Typical to most women, sometimes her Handbag of Hope is lost, left behind, or seemingly comes up empty—until she remembers it’s God’s hope that fills her. She is a professional speaker, author, businesswoman and mother of three. Learn more at: www.HandbagofHope.com Additional Information: Handbag of Hope is a lighthearted book about the roles of women as wives and mothers. Diana Sheley offers hope and encouragement through God"s Word, using humor as medicine for the heart. Some of the inspirational short stories in this book include: aging, fashion, hormones, work, kids, home repairs, marriage, intimacy, and stressful situations. Mostly, it’s about the process all women go through as they learn to be the kind of women God intends for them to be (even when they don"t feel like it!). Laughter is good for the soul. The author explains, “I firmly believe God gives us His Word, the Body of Christ and a sense of humor to help us navigate our brief stay on the earth. God has specifically used humor to allow me to endure the challenges of my life. Handbag of Hope acknowledges the real–life struggles we all have. Laugh along with the author as she learned how to not just cope, but endure with more strength than she realized she possessed. Hope became a key ingredient to living life. What do you have stashed in your Handbag of Hope? Look inside this book for stories that provide encouragement, empathy, and faith. As you consider the lighter side of some pretty heavy situations, you too will discover the source of renewed hope. Handbag of Hope will allow you to escape for minutes at a time, giggling at the familiar situations in which all women can relate. Niche Markets: • Friendship gift book • Women’s Ministries • Encouragement Ministries • Support Groups • Mother’s Events and Groups http://handbagofhope.com/