With over half a million copies sold, Celebrations of the Heart has been widely appreciated by those seeking a beautiful expression of their love or looking for inspiration. Now with a fresh new design, this book will continue to evoke feelings of joy, love, hope, peace, and praise as it appeals to an increasingly more contemporary audience. This edition features rich photography celebrating the warmth and comfort of home. From teapots to flower arrangements, watering cans to gardens, the lush photographs combine with the inspirational verse of Helen Steiner Rice to capture the essence of hearth and home. This book makes a perfect gift for Mother’s Day, anniversaries, weddings, or any special occasion. The first edition of Celebrations of the Heart was published by Revell. It's the season for love--all year around. Times of festivity give us opportunities to bask in the warmth of love shared by friends and family. Helen Steiner Rice captures the essence of these special moments in Celebrations of the Heart. This beautiful collection of poetry is the perfect holiday or appreciation gift and a source of inspiration for teachers and church leaders to read on special occasions. Create warm memories by sharing Rice's poems for Easter, Mother's Day and Father's Day, weddings and anniversaries, Thanksgiving, Christmas, birthdays, even retirement! Celebrations of the Heart is a collection of poetry that looks at seasons and holidays through the sensitive heart of Helen Steiner Rice. Her insightful expressions celebrate God’s year-round love and the family and friends who share in it. Live Lavishly! Live Abundantly! The more you give, the more you get, The more you laugh, the less you fret, The more you do unselfishly, The more you live abundantly. The more of everything you share, The more you’ll always have to spare, The more you love, the more you’ll find That life is good and friends are kind. For only what we give away, Enriches us from day to day. Helen Steiner Rice’s poetry continues to capture the attention of readers around the world. The timeless nature of her work enables new readers, as well as ardent fans, to enjoy her contemplative, evocative poetry. Mrs. Rice’s popular books, which include Gifts of Love, Heart Gifts, and A Book of Thanks, have sold over seven million copies.