Tributaries: A Book of Poetry harnesses the power of words to reveal deep meaning in complex matters of life and death. Inspired by the wonders of nature, author Pamala Ballingham contemplates the phenomena of love, the ache of grief, and the beauty of wildernesses all around us. Written mostly in free verse, she also includes a rich collection of Haiku. Life is confounding in a lot of ways. These poems—these little words, offer a powerful glimpse into the otherwise inaccessible mystery of the human spirit.
“Pamala Ballingham’s work makes a significant contribution to the Great Work of our time – in these poems she listens to the hidden voices of the world and sings them back in intimate and beautiful words that bring us into deeper connection with all of life.”
Lyanda Fern Lynn Haupt
Author of Mozart’s Starling, and Crow Planet
“Pamala Ballingham has a unique quality that allows her to join heart and mind in a way we can all resonate with. For her, mind becomes a vehicle for the heart to sing its songs in a language that penetrates to the very core of the listener. Her poems are genuine heart-to-heart communications, imbued with a deep spirituality that brings us face to face with the great mystery of Being. I find myself savoring them, digesting them, then going back for another serving!”
Upasaka Culadasa (John Yates, PhD)
Author of The Mind Illuminated: A Complete Guide Using Buddhist Wisdom and Brain Science, Director of Dharma Treasure Buddhist Sangha
“Pamala’s poems are tributaries in the greater stream of a poetic tradition that is deeply rooted in the natural world and informed by a spiritual understanding that places the reader in that world – the only world we have.”
Larry Robinson
Founder and producer of Rumi’s Caravan, poet, author of Roll Away The Stone, retired Eco-psychologist
“A lifetime of involvement with Native practices and Buddhist meditation has prepared Pamala uniquely for this calling. Can you hear it? The silence of the Sonoran desert speaks directly through her.”
Shinzen Young
Author of The Science of Enlightenment: How Meditation Works, neuroscience research consultant
“Playful, powerful, perfect. The descriptions held in each beautiful piece tantalize the senses for the young and old alike.”
Pauline Wilson
Poet and educator
“Pamala Ballingham brings her years of wisdom, travel, and spirituality into this treasured collection of poetry. Her imagery at once gives you chills and makes you chuckle. The meter is so well-crafted and so playful that I find I can only read, and reread, these poems out loud.”
Tucker Peck
PhD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Director of Palo Santo Psychotherapy & Wellness, and Pragmatic Dharma Teacher
“Poignant verses delicately bridge the heart and mind in visually captivating descriptions. Pamala Ballingham skillfully connects the reader to beauty, wonder, joy and love of life through her words. There is a poem, poetic story, or haiku for everyone.”
M. Bond
Author of five books, co-author of two
“This collection of poems is an incredible feast for all the senses. Allow yourself to be taken on a magical ride of emotions, times, and places that will touch your very core.”
Theresa Landow
Author
“This engaging book of free verse, story poems and a chapter of haiku takes the reader on a spiritual journey of mystical and natural exploration. The journey begins by awakening the senses to piñon pines and places far away. These poems have undertones of grief and loss with an even greater understanding of the natural order and beauty within the circle of life.”
Shaman Vitki
NewAgeBooksReview.com
“Each page of Tributaries offers a magical invitation to see the world with awe. The gentleness and emotion leave me yearning for more.”
Alisha Wilson
Business owner
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Coined as “a significant contribution to the Great Work of our time.”
TUCSON, October 3, 2018 – A tender word and a cup of tea or coffee embodies the ambiance of a heartfelt conversation with a friend in the book, Tributaries: A Book of Poetry, slated for public release October 16, 2018. Local artist, musician, and author, Pamala Ballingham compiles a lifetime of poetry eliciting deep connections with the heartache, beauty, and joy of living life.
As described by Ballingham, “Tributaries: A Book of Poetry, harnesses the power of words to reveal deep meaning in complex matters of life and death. Inspired by the wonders of nature, I contemplate the glow of love, the ache of grief, and the beauty of wildernesses all around us. These poems offer a powerful glimpse into the otherwise inaccessible mystery of the human spirit.”
Lyanda Fern Lynn Haupt, author of Mozart’s Starling, Crow Planet, and others endorses Tributaries: A Book of Poetry. “Pamala Ballingham’s work makes a significant contribution to the Great Work of our time – in these poems she listens to the hidden voices of the world and sings them back in intimate and beautiful words that bring us into deeper connection with all of life.”
Available for purchase online through Amazon.com and other digital retailers, locally through WLW Network, LLC, and at the book release party October 25, 2018. Pre-orders are available beginning October 1, 2018 at http://wlwnetwork.com/Tributaries.
About Pamala Ballingham, M.C.:
Pamala Ballingham, M.C., is President of Earth Mother Productions which produced several national award-winning recordings, most notably Earth Mother Lullabies from Around the World, volumes 1, 2, and 3. She directed a program for adults with serious mental illnesses and is an innovative art educator and studio artist. She earned a bachelor’s degree in fine art and art education, and a master’s degree in counseling. Pamala and her husband give seminars and teach classes using clay as a means to encourage people to explore their fascinating inner world of creativity.
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Pamala Ballingham
Earth Mother Productions
520-365-3608
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Tucson, AZ 85733
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