ALL MY PRETTY ROSES is a collection of the poems, vignettes, and short stories that Eleanor E. Freemer has gifted to the world. Encoded in each work are her memories that span nearly a century of living. As is true in every life, some roses have sharp thorns that cause us to bleed, while others grow wild and fail to bloom. But it is the rose that blooms in early spring that fills the heart with joy and the air with its compelling fragrance. This bouquet of roses has been tenderly nourished by the sun of this beautiful lady's heart and watered by her tears of sorrow and joy. Eleanor has carefully shaped each of her works to reflect the rose garden of her long life. My hope is that those who read these beautiful works of art, are as delighted and inspired as I have been in compiling this collection. In reading it may you discover reflections of your own life experiences. With Love & Light Elizabeth Everett Bowers Author: Epace (Being Published by Hawkins Publishing Group)

"Major Elonne, Santa is very busy. It is nearly Christmas Eve and therestill is much to do," said Captain Timothy, a stubborn look on his handsomebrown face. Without waiting for approval, she breezed past him and approachedSanta's chair. "Santa I know you are very busy, as are we all. But I haveheard troubling talk in the village that Zokahorn and his army of evil elves isplanning to destroy Christmas Land on Christmas Eve," Elonne reported."Elonne, do you mean the evil king of the land that lies below theocean far east of Christmas Land?" Santa inquired; a serious look on his face."Yes sir, it is that same evil creature. Acting on a tip, my reindeer Riley and I flew our magic sleigh over the mountains at our eastern border to see if there was any truth to the rumor. I was surprised to see that he has already built a fort high up in the snowcapped mountains."

About the Author Elizabeth Everett Bowers Elizabeth Everett Bowers is a creative author and an accomplished originator of forward-thinking fiction for young adults and others who are open to endless possibilities. Elizabeth is the author of a fantasy novel, "Epace," soon to be released by Hawkins Publishing Group. Her first fantasy novel, "Every Ready Soul Comes," is available for purchase at amazon.com in Kindle format. Elizabeth co-authored and compiled "Pieces of the Tapestry," (A Montage of short stories, poems and Vignettes). Among her other published works are: "The Inner Garden," and "Poetry Can Be Fun." Elizabeth holds a Master of Arts Degree from Lindenwood College, a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Windsor University, and a certificate of completion of a two year course in Writing for Children of all ages, from the Institute of Children's Literature. Elizabeth published "The Write Light," an artistic magazine featuring poetry and short stories with literary contributions from numerous authors; and has served as News-letter Editor for several organizations. Elizabeth is the author of short stories, numerous children's stories, exquisite poetry, and journalistic articles. She served three years in the Women's Army Corp and is a Viet Nam Era Veteran. Elizabeth is the wife of William Henry Bowers III. Together they have raised two children, Dennis Edward Bowers and Carla Elizabeth Bowers-Smalls. They are the delighted grandparents of; Elonne, Jonathan, and Joshua Bowers; and Timothy Keller and Shaina Smalls.