“The morning light shimmered through the trees and gave the lake an otherworldly hue. Everything in summer Michigan seemed to have a soft shimmer to it, as though God had hung gauze over the sky and softly scattered glitter on all His creations.”
Viola Shipman“I've had an amazing life. One filled with blessings I could never have imagined.Depressed is the last thing I am. Realistic, yes. Sad, never.”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“If I had to describe the scent of Michigan in spring and summer, it wouldn't be aparticular smell – blooming wildflowers or boat exhaust off the lake – it would be a color: Green.”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“What wish did you grant me?" Lolly asked. "I can't tell you," the little girl said very seriously. "But if you believe, it will come true.”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“Draw outside the lines! Make the sky purple instead of blue! That's what it looks like to dreamers!”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“The Snowflake CharmBe As Unique As A Snowflake: Embrace All Your Dimensions”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“The Shooting Star CharmTo Be Lucky in Love, You Must First Believe in Miracles”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“The Book CharmYour Story Will Never End As Long As Your Chapters Are Shared”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“The Loon CharmTo A Life Filled with A Love Whose Voice Always Calls You Home”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“The Ice Cream Cone CharmYou Will Never Work A Day Once You Discover A Passion That Makes Your Life Rich & Sweet”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet“The Kite CharmFor A Life Filled with High-Flying Fun, Play with the Wonder of A Child”
Viola Shipman, The Charm Bracelet