Caterpillars Don T Fly

A caterpillar’s transformation to a butterfly is one of nature’s most magnificent occurrences. Jonathan Pride believes there is a caterpillar in all of us, and that we are born with untapped potential and an inner-voice of reason that argues against the outward voice of experience. Although many of us understand this reality, some choose to remain idle, even after weighing the risks and rewards. So is it really possible to persevere through doubts and challenges and push toward self-improvement? In an inspirational guide, Pride relies on his professional and personal experiences dealing with adversity to share a unique approach to managing change and expectations for personal growth. While encouraging others to embrace the storms they encounter through life with grace and faith in God’s plan, Pride offers candid personal stories and a variety of discovery questions that guide others on an enlightening journey inward to unlock their true potential and, in their own time, to emerge from the chrysalis as a butterfly and then ultimately pay it forward so others can do the same. Caterpillars Don’t Fly shares faith-filled stories that guide others down an inspirational path to realize self-enlightenment, a sense of purpose, and personal growth.

Just settle on your nettle - you are never going to fly That's what the other insects tell the lonely caterpillar. But she knows better.

Sago is a beautiful green caterpillar with yellow spots along his back, but he dreams of flying! His heart yearns to fly with the butterflies above the flowers, but all his friends laugh at his dreams. Follow Sagos adventures as he meets the local enlightened bumble bee, Buzz-Buzz, and learns the lessons of helpfulness and timing. After his wonderful experiences, his dreams of flying come true.

One morning as I was walking in my backyard, I saw a little caterpillar on a leaf. I noticed something strange; it was standing on its hind legs, looking up into the sky. ÒHow odd, Ó I thought, then, I looked up and saw birds flying over head and other flying insects. In that moment I realized this; that the caterpillar had a desire to fly, but in itÕs current state it could only dream. But that is only the BeginningÉ

Stories of Enchantment by David Payton with contributions from Lynn Tolliver jr

This is the graphic, authentic and often humorous autobiography of a young man's journey into Melbourne's underworld and nightclub scene in the recent past. 'The Hammer' was a feared enforcer capable of inflicting indescribable pain on anyone that stood in has way. Supreme violence and a manipulative calculating streak were tools of the trade. This story gives the reader a rare insight into addiction, the dark art of violence and ego involved in the world of a drug dealer, debt collector and stand over man in Melbourne's underworld scene. An embracing family background and unwavering ability to believe he was destined for redemption allowed 'The Hammer' to claw his way back from the darkness and use his hard-earned experience to assist men to break the cycle of addiction and crime and re-discover their own power and spirit. Nice work mate! Proud of you and glad to call you my friend. - Trevor Hendy AM

This picture book will delight children between the ages of 5 to 9. It is told in a story format from the perspective of Cutter a Monarch caterpillar. Children will learn fascinating facts about this caterpillar as the story unfolds. They will see the amazing transformation of Cutter into a beautiful Monarch butterfly and his migration to Mexico.