Jayne Bowers

Educator, Author, Speaker

 I’m Jayne (a.k.a. Mom, Grandmama, and Mrs. Bowers), a native of the American South. I’m a teacher, writer, speaker, sister, and friend who loves the beach, the color turquoise, and words (like stellar and mesmerizing). I try to find joy in everyday experiences and believe that even lousy days possess hidden wonder.

My teaching experience stretches across three decades and two community colleges. A psychology instructor, my areas of concentration are (in addition to the intro course) Human Growth and Development and Human Relations. I've also done research in the areas of stress and overall health.

My writing experience includes the publication of Human Relations in Industry by Prentice Hall (Jayne P. Crolley) and Musings of a Missionary Mom (AuthorHouse), numerous textbook reviews, four blogs, and magazine articles. Check out the April, 2011 issue of Guideposts for my most recent article. http://www.guideposts.org/personal-growth/power-forgiveness-helps-professor-find-success

As part of the scary transition into my retirement years, I'd be happy to meet with your reading group, religious organization, or scripture study group to present concepts from Musings of a Missionary Mom. I'd also welcome the opportunity to meet with a group needing a speaker with expertise in stress management, personal growth, or communication.

To contact me, use either of these two email addresses: bowersjayne@yahoo.com or bowersj55@hotmail.com.

Please visit my blogs and perhaps leave a comment at http://marlajayne.wordpress.com, http://jpbowers.wordpress.com, and

http://evessisters.blogspot.com

 Musings of a Missionary Mom

From the Book Cover:

"This volume reflects a few of the author's thoughts and insights while her son was spending the "best two years" of his life servinga full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Torreon, Mexico. Turning to the scriptures as a way of better coping with his absence, she was soon reminded that whether a person needed a lesson in faith, a reminder to be grateful, or a proverb on the value of hard work, she could find the answer within these divine pages. Applying scripture references from the Bible, the Book of Mormon, and the Doctrine and covenants to everyday life, Musings underscores the importance of the sacred works in finding solace, inspiration, and guidance."

It's easy to buy this inspirational little book of devotionals.You can purchase it at Amazon,com by clicking the link below. It's also available at other online sites including Barnes and Noble, Borders, and Author House. I have a few copies as well and will be glad to send you one. http://www.amazon.com/Musings-Missionary-Mom-Jayne-Bowers/dp/1420888927/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1277330352&sr=1-1#noop

Contest Winners

   What's your favorite beach memory? I know you have one. As a child, did you pile up in the family car and go to the seashore for vacation? Do you remember that first moment when you ran out on the strand? How about as a teen? Did you and your friends have some “interesting” escapades? Want to share one? Whether child or adult, anyone who’s ever been beside an ocean was affected by the experience.

   A recent book morphed into a photojournal of beach scenes and reflections from coasts of the Carolinas.  I considered Seas the Day as “done” and had begun looking for an agent or publisher when I realized how much better it would be if it included recollections and thoughts besides my own.

   Hence, I recently held a contest asking for favorite beach memories, stories, or poems, and today I'm happy to announce the top three winners. Their entries will appear in Seas the Day, and they'll be receiving a beachey keen prize!  

1st Prize - Judy Burges

2nd Prize - Lynn Leonard

3rd Prize - Connie Fogle

Honorable Mention:

Nancy Truesdale

Pam Fitzpatrick

Click the “In the Works” tab for Judy's submission. I LOVE it, and I think one reason is because I can identify so closely with her experience. I bet you can too!