"Change ... it's pushing us from behind; it's under our feet moving us daily; it's in front of us always beckoning; it's on both sides of us guiding us toward our calling. Who dares to sneer at another when they are in their transition of change? Don't let it be you. Change is always, it's forever; it's infinite. Without change ... life would not exist." --Rachel Roebuck-Howard.

"Sometimes; you have to take a step back ... and look ahead of you. Sometimes; you have to hold your breath ... so you can breathe. Sometimes; you have to dive into darkness ... so you can find the light. Sometimes; you have to ... you just have to." -- Rachel Roebuck-Howard

PSA: FINALLY!!! "Tough Love" has been published and can now be ordered on Amazon.com, Barnes and Nobles, or directly from the distribution center at www.outskirtspress.com/toughlove also www.outskirtspress.com/rhapsodyfromthegrave

Have a great holiday season to everyone, and a more than happy new year to all.

Rachel R.H./AuthoressRae

PSA: Need information on how to find an illustrator for a children's book. Book is based on two small dogs "Papi and Taco Find a New Home" This is a request from a special child in my life. I want to make this happen for him in 2016.

Thanks everyone!!!

Synopsis: "Tough Love"

This story is based on the lives of two African American women, a mother and daughter, who have struggled throughout to define themselves in a world that isn't especially kind to them. They are pulled into relationships with men who are controlling and dominating. In their quest for definition, they have become cold and bitter towards each other, not knowing that the love they seek is within. As Shanice struggles with growing pains, and dysfunctional social capabilities, Raveen tries heartily to hold onto the moving force in her life; her faith in God, while at the same time being pulled laterally into the abyss of Tough Love!

About Me ...

Grew up in a small cultural city of Ohio. Main agenda as a child: stay focused. Main agenda as a teenager: stay focused. Main agenda as a young mother and career woman: stay focused. Main agenda as a seasoned woman and author: stay focused. You can never be focused enough in a world that is ever-changing.