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DOWN-BACK: PERSONAL ESSAYS AND POETIC THOUGHTS FROM A GOOD OLE BOY
Terry Lovelette has an inquiring mind and a pilgrim’s heart. With this book, he takes the reader along on some of his pilgrimages, many involving hikes in the mountains that have given him uncommon insight into what it means to live fully and well. His wanderings and wonderings have taken him far and wide—but because he travels with open eyes and an open heart, he always returns to a place called home, a place where life can be seen steadily and whole. We live in disorienting times, surrounded by voices saying that up is down and wrong is right. May the essays, poems and photos in this beautiful little book help you as they have helped me reclaim a sense of true north. —Parker J. Palmer (author of “A Hidden Wholeness,” “Let Your Life Speak,” and “Healing the Heart of Democracy”)
Step into the wooded paths of Sheldon Springs, Vermont, where a good ole boy's reflections on life, nature, and the human spirit weave together into a tapestry of profound wisdom. In DOWN- BACK, readers journey through intimate personal essays and poetic musings that bridge the gap between earthy authenticity and spiritual enlightenment.
Drawing from his experiences as a university hockey coach and lifelong mountain enthusiast, Terry Lovelette invites us into his childhood sanctuary—the forest behind his home known simply as "Down-Back"—where early adventures laid the foundation for deeper understanding. Through crystalline prose and heartfelt observation, he explores the delicate balance between individual identity and universal connection, offering insights into ego, fear, and the transformative power of staying present.
This collection is more than a memoir; it's a compassionate guide to living authentically and finding meaning in life's quiet moments. Whether reflecting on wilderness encounters or celebrating the mentors who shaped his path, the author reminds us that personal growth is a continuous journey best traveled with humility, curiosity, and an open heart.
Step into the wooded paths of Sheldon Springs, Vermont, where a good ole boy's reflections on life, nature, and the human spirit weave together into a tapestry of profound wisdom. In DOWN- BACK, readers journey through intimate personal essays and poetic musings that bridge the gap between earthy authenticity and spiritual enlightenment.
Drawing from his experiences as a university hockey coach and lifelong mountain enthusiast, Terry Lovelette invites us into his childhood sanctuary—the forest behind his home known simply as "Down-Back"—where early adventures laid the foundation for deeper understanding. Through crystalline prose and heartfelt observation, he explores the delicate balance between individual identity and universal connection, offering insights into ego, fear, and the transformative power of staying present.
This collection is more than a memoir; it's a compassionate guide to living authentically and finding meaning in life's quiet moments. Whether reflecting on wilderness encounters or celebrating the mentors who shaped his path, the author reminds us that personal growth is a continuous journey best traveled with humility, curiosity, and an open heart.
149 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 10, 2024
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