Her dad's death shattered her world. But when marriage therapist Mary Ellen Connett MacDonald received a shocking text message from him a month later, her grief turned to courage, and her life changed forever. Connett MacDonald's story offers reassurance that our souls are eternal, our soul relationships continue, and, by embracing soul in everyday life, we can heal and thrive after loss with more passion and creativity than ever before. "Mary Ellen offers readers a brave and astonishing invitation into her moving account of the loss of her father. She renders, in clear and informative prose, a view of grieving and the surprising gifts it can yield. This is a must-have book for anyone who has ever lost a loved one and is searching for new meaning and purpose in their life.' Agnes Cardoni, PhD Associate Professor of English (Retired) Marywood University, Scranton, PA "Bravo to Mary Ellen for courageously writing "Hydrangeas from Dad." You feel you are hearing from a trusted friend. This honest and compassionate story brings hope for communications with deceased loved ones, may open the heart to life after death experiences, and bring comfort to your own life losses." Iris Bolton, MA Author: My Son...My Son...: A Guide to Healing after Death, Loss or Suicide Director Emeritus, The Link Counseling Center, Atlanta, GA "Mary Ellen guides us on the turbulent journey between the worlds of the known and unknown. In an endearing way, holding our hearts in her hands, she guides us into enrichment beyond our imagination, yet full of uncertainty. Mary Ellen shows us the possibility of a vibrant, empowered life after loss." Tara Diamond MS, BMS Spiritual Healer and Psycho/Spiritual Counselor