Philipsburg- "How to Thrive in Trying Times," Dr. Nicole Erna Mae Francis' most recently published book, is now available online at: http://www.authorhouse.com/bookstore/ItemDetail.aspx?bookid=54539. The book which has been "live" for only about five days, already has been receiving great reviews. Eion wrote to Francis: "I feel 'blessed' just logging on to your book site." Sara, another visitor to AuthorHouse's web site, Francis' publisher, expressed the following: "Nicole I have read the preview of your book and I must say that I was very impressed by your words of wisdom. You are truly a gem in St. Martin's sea of jewels. As your book depicts in a capsule form, God is the only person that can take us through these trying times. Congratulations! I will continue to draw inspiration from your work. Thank you.""How to Thrive in Trying Times" also will be available for sale through thousands of retailers worldwide within the next 30-45 days as well as available online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Victorious Living Foundation's site: www.victoriouslivingsxm.org. The book will be officially launched on May 09 at the Belair Community Center at 7:45 p.m. and the entire community is invited to what promises to be an inspirational evening. Among the featured performances at the event will be dances by St. Martin's Queen of dance, Clara Reyes, Minister of Dance Miranda Patterson, local poets and spoken word geniuses, Lenworth Wilson and Anderson Percival, both past presidents of Youth to Xtreme (Y2X), the youth wing of Victorious Living Foundation.
Not only will Francis be launching her book, but also a cd of her "Poetic Vibes to Help You Thrive." This cd provides a boost of inspiration to the weary, depressed and/or discouraged person desirous of hope in these trying times. According to Francis, "Woman" her most recent poem performed for International Women's Day celebrations on St. Maarten which has received rave reviews, will be included as a bonus on this cd.
A significant percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Y2X and Victorious Living's mentorship program, Family and Friends Network, for their empowerment of youth and their families in the community. This financial contribution to Y2X is pivotal at this juncture, as Y2X is preparing for its annual youth empowerment conference and concert, Xtreme Youth Fest, slated for July 9-12, 2009.
Xtreme Youth Fest has impacted the lives of thousands of youth between the ages of 13-35 over the past four years since its inception. Participants locally and regionally over the years have expressed the great impact that Xtreme Youth Fest has had upon their lives. Testimonials include:
• "My experience at Xtreme Youth Fest 2007 will be one I will probably never forget. Words can not express the life-changing spiritual rejuvenation I encountered while participating."-(Vera Igbinigie, medical student)
• "Every part of this event was worth it all. To all the Y2X members, you put your all into this event, to make it possible, I salute you. God will surely bless you. Your labor is not in vain he will reward you for all your hard work. I will like to say thank you for making our stay a comfortable one and for making youth fest this year a memory that will live on in my heart for a lifetime." - (Juliet Daniel, Saba.)
Francis therefore encourages everyone to purchase a book and a cd for themselves and others who may be struggling at this time, as the investment in the book and cd provides a priceless value of personal inspiration to the buyer while empowering our youth and snatching them from the evils which seek to ensnare them. For more details or to contribute to Victorious Living's mentorship program and/or Y2X, persons may call 524-8731/542-2663/520-3680/554-9807/586-6109/1305-296-6805, visit Victorious Living at 158 B. Back Street, Philipsburg, St. Maarten, or www.victoriouslivingsxm.org .