tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2646061498787758162024-03-14T00:46:15.349-07:00The VillageI want people to know that the challenge of having epilepsy is not always the neurological disorder. The way an individual is viewed by others after being diagnosed can be detrimental through ignorance or positive through knowledge and support.Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.comBlogger79125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-65970693399869111912016-04-09T14:25:00.000-07:002016-04-09T18:20:53.688-07:00MEET THE AUTHOR OF "THE VILLAGE"- LOWELL G. EVANSBorn and raised in the small town of Gloucester, Va., Lowell G. Evans set out to achieve what he always believed was life in the way God wants it; to bring people together by treating them with unconditional love. Being the youngest of nine, he was able to learn early on how to be respectful and keep the values that were instilled in him. He is still a faithful member of the church and has not ceased in his mission to get people to see through blinded eyes when dealing with color, race, or diversity in others.<br />
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Mr. Evans has a passion for poetry as he usually refers to his works as "Words from the Heart" because God places the words on his heart, making it easy for him to put on paper. He is well liked and accepted by many because of his beliefs. His humanitarian side is best displayed through his daily actions as a father and a friend.<br />
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After developing epilepsy during his college years at Virginia Wesleyan in Norfolk, Va., Mr. Evans decided that he would open the eyes of<br />
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people to the truth about epilepsy. His goal, starting with this novel, is to educate on an international level about epilepsy and to make life better for not only those with the condition but for those who may one day come in contact with someone who is experiencing it. He strongly believes that a person's life will have an effect on another and desires to be a positive influence to all that he encounters.<br />
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With <span style="font-family: inherit;"><em>The Village, </em>Lowell plans to start a scholarship for high school seniors, using the theme of the book to help raise epilepsy awareness. He is a certified teacher for the "Thinking About Epilepsy" program and wants to write a screenplay, inspired by the book, to express the significance of worldwide knowledge of the condition.</span><br />
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"For decades. parts of society has made life challenging for individuals who have Epilepsy. Now it is time for an individual with Epilepsy to take on that challenge for the lives of others!"<br />
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Sam has worked with the founders and the leaders of the Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disneyland known as EADDL for a number of years now. He has done interviews and filming of people attending the event that takes place at Disneyland in California in the month of November. <br />
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EADDL will be Nov. 2 & 3 2016 please come out and join everyone for the education and fun!<br />
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<span style="font-size: 16px;">WHERE : The happiest place on earth….Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, CA </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 20px;">November 2, 2016 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. </span> <span style="color: #580bbd;"><span style="font-size: 25px;"><span style="font-family: basic,sans-serif;">FREE Epilepsy Awareness and Education Expo</span></span></span><br />
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fantabulous! I finished the book, “The Village” by Lowell G.
Evans. It is amazing how the support of a group of people can make what you’re
going through easier, and you can become stronger. I thought it showed how
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">You don’t realize how much you can touch the lives of people
around you. Although the book is written about someone who has epilepsy, I feel
that everyone will be able to relate to it in some way. Sometimes it is worth
the fight to do the right thing. Just think if everyone got together like a
“Village” to support each other, how much easier it would be. I’m happy I have
been introduced to The Village!</span><br />
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-83136993315120635612015-12-15T17:04:00.002-08:002015-12-15T17:04:38.816-08:00WECLOME "OLIVIA" TO THE VILLAGE<div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed" id="id_5670b6e60e6057c62702299">
WELCOME "OLIVIA" TO THE VILLAGE! ANOTHER VOICE!<br />
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Please help me welcome "Olivia" to The Village to become another "Voice In The Village for Epilepsy Awareness."<br />
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Olivia recently spoke for the Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia event on Nov 1, 2015 at Mt. Trashmore in Va. Beach, Va. about her experience with having epilepsy. She stated: " What a wonderful experience and opportunity I had today to become an advocate to people that are in the struggle with epilepsy and to listen to o<span class="text_exposed_show">thers who have their struggles. I didn't talk to many people but I hope my words have touched lives of others."</span><br />
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Thank you Olivia for becoming part of "The Village" as we work hard to have:<br />
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Mr. Richard Kay, the host of the radio show, "Gateway To Financial Freedom" on radio station, WKQA 1110AM invited author Lowell G. Evans of Va. Beach, Va. to speak on Nov. 16, 2016.<br />
Lowell was invited to speak about his novel titled, "The Village" which he uses to help open the hearts and minds of people about the neurological condition known as "Epilepsy". This is a medical condition affecting over 3 million people in the United States<span class="text_exposed_hide">...</span><span class="text_exposed_show"> and over 65 million people worldwide. Society still has a lack of knowledge of this condition.</span><br />
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The show went great as people from all over the country and as well as the United Kingdom called in to speak about the novel which is helping them become "Voices In The Village" for Epilepsy Awareness!" Lowell, as well as others want society to know:<br />
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<b><span style="color: #555555; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">So I started searching Google and Facebook again! After a few days I realized I had actually found this same person! I was delighted and took the courage of getting in touch with him! We started talking and realized that we had so much in common and so much to learn from each other! Within four months a friendship has turned up which only God has provided! Spread the word around about the epilepsy you have! So many people have epilepsy who don't even know they have it or don't know what it is! Encourage other people with your story and help them fight the epilepsy! THE EPILEPSY DOESN'T HAVE TO BEAT YOU! YOU CAN BEAT IT! Help others live with it and learn more about it Sad that so many people put people with epilepsy on the back burner and pull away from epilepsy - they are scared of it - because you look normal! You speak normally, walk normally look normal! But suddenly your body can go crazy and you are not in control! You are normal - it’s just the electrodes in your brain that get an extra boost of energy every now and then! HELP OTHER PEOPLE TO LIVE WITH YOUR EPILEPSY BY ENCOURAGING THEM WITH YOUR STORY! Create a village of people for the purpose of encouraging and helping each other! The more it helps, the more it will spread! Wonderful! The Village has no limits!<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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Lesley Donnelly of South Africa has received her copy of The Village. Lesley says:<br />
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I wish to express my heartfelt thanks to Lowell G. Evans for sending me a copy of "The Village" which arrived yesterday... I will love reading this book in support of all my Friends, Members and Supporters with epilepsy! Thank you also to Jennifer Sherry who was also involved in getting "The Village" to South Africa!<br />
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-53093826527825864442015-08-25T08:24:00.001-07:002015-08-25T08:24:59.051-07:00WELCOME MICKEY WAYNE NASCHKE AS A "VOICE IN THE VILLAGE OR EPILEPSY AWARNESS<div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed" id="id_55dc87da450166a42373002">
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Please allow me to introduce the newest "Voice In The Village for Epilepsy Awareness." Let's hear it for Mickey Naschke, founder of Pedal 4 Purple! Welcome Mickey! You helping us achieve:<br />
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"The storyline of this book is so realistic. I never understood the issues that a person with epilepsy faces on a daily basis until I read this novel. The author places the reader in a mind state that causes him/her to consider how they view people with disabilities or conditions. I strongly recommend this book to anyone living with epilepsy or any condition that others may look upon in a discriminatory way. It's a good read for all ages. A definite family-themed book."</div>
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-62666599119869587492015-08-01T16:23:00.001-07:002015-08-01T16:26:00.166-07:00THE VILLAGE: "EPILEPSY IN THE OFFICE" A VIDEO BY LOWELL G. EVANSA VIDEO TO OPEN THE EYES OF OTHERS WHEN FACED WITH EPILEPSY IN THE OFFICE<br />
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The video, The Village: "Epilepsy In The Office" was created show the challenges that an individual who has epilepsy can face if a seizure takes place on the job.<br />
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Many times when a seizure takes place on the job, the individual with the condition of epilepsy is viewed differently that the person who may have another condition. Why? Well the only answer that I feel that there is falls inline with the fact that there is a "lack of knowledge" of epilepsy in society.<br />
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Please view my video created by Mr. Bill Morrise and please share it with others. Everyone deserves the opportunity to prove themselves in the work place. An individual's evaluation should be based on "Attendance and Performance." People all over the world face challenges like the one seen in this video. The dream of people with epilepsy is to have a response like the one in this video from their employer if epilepsy ever becomes a issue! In this video there is:<br />
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Author of : The VillageLowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-84324747637633229052015-08-01T15:55:00.001-07:002015-08-01T15:55:33.748-07:00A SUPER COUPLE BECOMES A "VOICE IN THE VILLAGE"PLEASE HELLP ME WELCOME, "JERRY AND LISA" AS VOICES IN THE VILLAGE<br />
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I was fortunate to have met this wonderful couple on the Internet. They are true advocates for Epilepsy Awareness. Jerry and Lisa come to us from the state of Ohio and we have been in contact with them from day one!<br />
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Welcome Jerry and Lisa to The Village! Together, we will make a difference in the lives of many people all over the world! <br />
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I want to say "Thank You" to Beverly Peterson for allowing me to post her picture and comments about my book, "The Village" and Epilepsy Education. Beverly viewed my latest video about my book and Epilepsy in the job world. Beverly, you are becoming a "Voice In The Village!"<br />
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Thank you! It is about time someone understand. Our dilemma is when it comes to how we feel being alone in our disease of Epilepsy.<br /> At the work place or anywhere else. When it happens for me, it can be humiliating sometimes when I don't know which kind of Seizure I might have. Being Status A Epilepticus, I miss fire in different spots. That is why they put the VNS Implant in the first place in 2006, no medications could stop them.<br />
Thank you again for writing the book on the Villages I will get it and read it.<br />
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Kendra Gibson was like many other people who have epilepsy. With not enough support and misinformation, she could not see herself being happy while having the condition. This all changed when she met Lowell G. Evans, the author of The Village on Facebook. Please read her story and see her FACEBOOK POST!</div>
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As promised, I would do my post, I want to share this this with the entire members & admin as well.</div>
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I met one of my friends through Facebook in September 2014 who is the author who sent me his book about epilepsy & the character he wrote himself.</div>
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By reading this book, it gave me hope, inspiration & a light at the end of the tunnel as I was totally ready to give up on my life due to several months of endless seizures, hospital admissions, trying new medication that I was allergic too.</div>
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Through advice of my Epilepsy Specialist Nurse, I made the biggest decision to have a telecare service done through my local council & was assigned a social worker in early July. My telecare service is a lifeline unit connected to my home phone, wrist pendant to get immediate help, wrist pendant to get immediate help, a fall detector that triggers an alarm twice if I have a seizure & hit the floor & a epilepsy bed sensor that is placed under my mattress of my bed.</div>
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Less than 24 hours of having this installed, I had a seizure, vomitted & hit my head of my bedside drawers, I somehow managed to press my wrist pendant to get immediate help before I blacked out as I only get to 2-3 seconds warning.<br />
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From the end of June till august, my life revolved around hospitals that I hated. Paramedics who told my 17 year old son that I was faking but a particular paramedic who hadn't seen me for over 5 years who knew nothing about my medical history.<br />
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Life got better for me once I red the village & had to make lifestyle changes from what I watched on t.v., what book I was reading as I love reading, changed the music that I listened too, accessing the internet especially Facebook especially before going to bed, cutting out caffeine & using decaffeinated drinks to help me relax & sleep.</div>
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I now take one day at a time & having my life back again is fantastic & I owe that to my Facebook friend.</div>
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Lastly, I wrote my friend a letter back in December, letting him know how much he has helped me. I received an email from him 5 days before Christmas letting me know that my letter is going to be shared for International Epilepsy day shortly. This was the best Christmas present I could receive, knowing I am doing my part towards spreading the hero for Epilepsy - feeling loved.</div>
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Inspirational journey... Thank you for sharing with us all. Love and light always. You are one true warrior xx</div>
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Lowell, you have my full permission to use this email. <br />
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The event was coordinated by the leaders of the Chelsea Hutchinson Foundation for Epilepsy Awareness from Winchester, Va. This couple is Steven and Carol Shafran who invited me to the event. I was selected to help MC the event and also share my book "The Village" and the power of the Village Concept to help educate society about epilepsy. The event was held at the George Washington Hotel in the area and the turnout was great! This included a Boy Scouts Group, individuals, and generations families which showed the support that was formed by the leaders. The information about epilepsy that was shared and how it inspired others attending to speak about epilepsy was incredible. My good friend and strong supporter, Art Yannucciello of Va. Beach attended and he was very impressed!<br />
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There was an official proclamation from the City of Winchester presented to the Shafrans proclaiming the month of November for Epilepsy Awareness. Also in the proclamation it recognized the outstanding work accomplished by the Winchester Friends of the Chelsa Hutchinson Foundation (Steven and Carol Shafran) for increasing epilepsy awareness and hosting various events including the annual walks held in Winchester. They received a standing ovation as this was presented to by the Mayor of Winchester.<br />
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I also shared with everyone my reason for writing my novel and the main character I had created to represent epilepsy, "Mr. Kevin Bolden." This all went over great as people were looking for individuals willing talk about epilepsy. Well they now have "Mr. Kevin Bolden." Our goal is to use my novel as an educational tool for society! I myself along with others want to see a movie done to help open the hearts and minds of people about epilepsy. I feel "It takes a village" of people to make a difference in the world of epilepsy and I feel I have found a village in Winchester, Va. I am "Thankful!"<br />
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Sincerely.<br />
Lowell G. Evans<br />
Author of: "The Village"- Representing society<br />
Creator of: "Mr. Kevin Bolden"- Representing epilepsy<br />
Email- <a href="mailto:thevillageiscoming@gmail.com">thevillageiscoming@gmail.com</a>Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-7632833796546213802014-12-18T10:44:00.000-08:002014-12-19T06:13:17.503-08:00The Mother and Son from Alabama Made My Day<br />
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<b><span style="color: #555555; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mr. Evans,<br />
My son picked up your book the other day and asked me to tell him what it was
about. I had not had the chance to read it completely yet, but I spoke to you
while purchasing the book at the expo in California. After telling him what I
knew about the book he said, "oh mama, that's a book about me." My
son is 8. His name is Keithan. He's had seizures since 1 1/2. He was finally
diagnosed at age 4 after countless er drs, first responders, pediatricians,
nurses etc had told me "he's fine. There's no need to call and ambulance
or come to the er. He doesn't need to see a specialist." I was torn. For
nearly 3 years, my mother's instinct told me one thing and the professionals
told me something else. I was a young mother struggling to go to college and
work as I could. You see, I couldn't afford daycare at the time and anyone in
my family that was willing to keep him for little or no money was scared he'd
have a seizure so they either found an excuse to keep from hurting my feelings
or were just totally honest. It hurt but I did appreciate the fact that I had
people that cared enough to not be over confident in their ability to care for
him and just be honest with me. When he was finally sent to a neurologist, I
just knew that I would get the answers I'd prayed for all that time. As I left
the office, I looked back at his little self in my rearview and cried the whole
1 hour drive home. He asked me what was wrong and I couldn't say anything to
him. I should have asked someone to go with me, but with what all the
professionals had told me before, I guess a small part of me wanted to believe
them. So, I took him by myself. When we got home, I went to my parents and told
them the news. My 70yr old father broke down in tears apologizing. You see, my
dad has epilepsy as well. He fought for our country and has faced many
challenges that many men would crumble under...but knowing what his grandson
was facing brought him to tears. My heart broke all over again. I did not blame
my dad and it hurt me to know that he blamed himself. I told them how all the
way home I wanted to stop at the hospital and pediatrician and beg them to tell
me why they lied. Why didn't they tell the possibilities? Why did they give me
false hope? These are people you should trust. I will never forget the paramedic
that told me I didn't have to call them...I looked down at my child lying limp
in my arms, not breathing normally. I kindly told him he could either drive my
child to the er or get out of my way so I could. These are all flashbacks that
went through my mind as the news sunk in years later. At that point I made up
my mind that no person that came in contact with my child would not know about
his condition. I also knew that the battle would be hard at times but
regardless, I would promote awareness. I immediately began researching. True,
I'd seen my dad have seizures for years. But it was different watching it take
over my child's body. He started medication and the changes to our lives began.
The preschool teacher would call, "do you care to come get Keithan? He's
having a hard time staying awake." I'd get to the school and she'd be
holding him like her own child. He had a seizure at a local splash pad..the
lifeguard ran up to us and looked at him laying on the ground not
moving.."he shouldn't have been horse playing!" His great grandmother
not so kindly told the lifeguard what was happening and that he'd just stopped
seizing. His entire attitude changed. My baby was less than a foot from a drain
that was full of standing water. It's only by God's grace that he didn't land
in the puddle. It could've been much worse. We went through a few
hospitalizations, medicine changes, tests, bloodwork...everything eventually
leveled out and the seizures didn't come as frequently. He started "big
school" and that was a different struggle. Some of the higher ups didn't
want to give him the plans he needed to succeed but I fought. Everything
leveled out again.. I was just learning the roller coaster of epilepsy. I found
out I was pregnant soon after my son was diagnosed. The first thing I asked the
dr was about the chances of this baby having epilepsy...that's another thing
I've leaned about epilepsy. There a very few "solid" answers. And as
a mother, that's the one thing I wanted most other than to take the battle from
my child and fight it myself. My youngest son, Carlin, was born in November.
Everyday I prayed. Age 1 1/2 rolled around and Keithan and I were laying in the
bed with him. Suddenly I felt the bed moving. I jumped up knowing what was
happening..Keithan was having a seizure..only as I jumped up, Keithan jumped up
as well. He was nearly 5, but he was smart. "Mama, bubba is having a
seizure!!" He went crazy. Crying and screaming that I not let his brother
die. Thankfully, Carlin has had normal tests results and hasn't had as much
activity but I will always worry. I have been pretty much a single parent
through all this. But I thank God for every struggle. While reading your book,
I remember trying to work at a job making very low wages..and having to sign a
form acknowledging that taking my kids to the er or dr would not be an excuses
absence and would result in termination. I knew this would not be the job for
me, but kept working until the time came that I had to take one of them to the
dr. My only thought was, "how can they tell me that I will lose my job for
taking care of mum kids?" But I was te one that signed the papers so I
knew I couldn't argue. I just began to work as a substitute teacher and wash
cars or mow lawns for money. My parents helped too. The more research I did,
the more I came across terms like SUDEP. I then came in contact with the Emfit
corporation. I could not afford one of their monitors, but the lady was nice
enough to give me contact information for a group that may be able to help me.
The Danny Did Foundation in Chicago. I left a message and made other plans. I
called my local banker and explained lmy situation. We were to meet the next
day. Thirty minutes before my scheduled meeting with the banker, Tom Stanton
from DDF called my phone. They were going to pay the full cost for a monitor!
God is good! I immediately asked what I could do in return. His only request
was that I raise awareness for epilepsy. His 5yr old nephew died from SUDEP. I
eventually did a bake sale raising $900 to go back to them. That would cover
the cost of one monitor and half of another! So yes, you get what you give.
Only they were gracious enough to give to me before I had the chance to return
the favor. Seeing the support from my tiny town motivated me to organize the first
ever epilepsy walk in our county. Somewhere around 50 people came. I think I
cried the entire time. Especially when I introduced myself and honored the
people with seizures/epilepsy. Three of which were my dad and two boys. My boys
have faced more in their short lives than I have my entire 28 years. I gave
birth to my heroes. They never stop. Even with all the issues that come with
epilepsy besides the seizures. My oldest son has a best friend in school. He
had leukemia. They stick to each other like glue and have since kindergarten. I
did a little class for his classmates and explained about epilepsy. This was
spurred on by the fact my child would come home from school crying because he'd
felt funny during the day and was afraid to have a seizure in front of his
friends. There have been times when I've talked to people about what my kids
face and cry or have a lump in my throat. But when my sons best friend asks me
to give him a "team keithan" purple epilepsy shirt...I know that we
have a village too! This is the same friend that had leukemia. His name is
Trevor and my son has a team Trevor leukemia shirt...the one thing I wish the
world would understand is that epilepsy doesn't just affect you for the
duration of your seizure. It doesn't affect only the person having the seizure.
I have finally found a job that understands my children's illness and my need
to be at their side anytime I'm needed. True, I don't make much money and we
struggle, but I am working and my children are healthy. Many jobs won't keep
you around if you have to miss work like I've had to do at times. I'm just
thankful I found one that finally works with me. Not against me. I've had
mothers or friends tell me they don't know how I do it. This always puzzles me.
I want to ask them just what my other options are in their opinion , but I know
that they only mean the best. I know I have rambled on, but I can relate to a
lot of what your book is about. Epilepsy doesn't get the limelight it needs to
get funding and research. The stigmas that go with epilepsy and the fear of the
uneducated do so much harm. People in general don't even have the first idea as
to what seizure first aid is. My children are my world. I know they're only
loaned to me from The Lord. And I also thank him for givig them to me and
trusting that I can take care of them even with this illness...at times I do
feel overwhelmed but I look at them and see that they don't give up. So why can
I be selfish and give up?! I can't. And I wont. From Stevenson, Alabama, you
have a mother and two little boys who know what epilepsy can do to your world!
Financially, emotionally, physically, and mentally. We are here, but please
know we are now a part of your village. Please don't stop! If you ever come
this way, please let me know. May God bless you. May He help us fight this and
promote awareness until there is a cure! On the inside cover of the book we
purchased, you wrote, "Keithan you are a winner! Remember you have
epilepsy but epilepsy does not have you!" Yes! You're correct. And I plan
to keep your book forever. I will give it to him when he is a little older and
remind him of how far he's come. Thanks to people like you, he will go
far.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Mollie Campbell<br />
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-16629921219781810802014-12-11T19:26:00.000-08:002014-12-11T19:26:14.045-08:00The Letter About Epilepsy
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LETTER TO ME AND MY CHURCH MEMBERS ABOUT "THE VILLAGE"<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">I am taking this opportunity to bring awareness of
how significant the impact of knowing you and your sharing of yourself has
helped not only me, but my brother (Kirk Hawkins) as well. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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some time, yet never did our paths cross.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Rather, (as is always God’s way) at the right time, for the right
reasons, (God’s time is a good time) we met and it has been an event (then and
now) filled with ministering, testifying, and supporting one another.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">I thought attending and sharing in the joy of your
book signing was a momentous occasions, and I could not have been prouder or
happier for you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yet, the events that
took place at my home on April 16<sup>th</sup>, solidified for me that which I
had been telling you, “this book, your trials and tribulations, the lives you
touch via your book” are a part of something greater to come. This book, your
testimony and all that come with it, is your ministry. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">As I shared with you, my brother (Kirk) is an
epileptic. He had gran-mal seizures from early childhood until adulthood.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Eventually, (as an adult) he was told he was
seizure free. Yet it was not the seizures that scarred him for life mentally
and emotionally, it was reactions from our parents, (most especially my dad)
extended family members, school administration staff, and friends that has
forever (then and now) marked him.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">As a result of ignorance, my father (who was a man’s
man and detested weakness in a male) screamed, beat, threatened, berated,
belittled, anointed, laid hands on, and ridiculed my brother in an attempt to
“exorcise the demons” that was bringing on the “fits”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He (my father) was convinced there was nothing
of a medical nature wrong with Kirk, but more of a “Spiritual” nature.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In Kentucky, the Bible was the key to all
things known and unknown.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As such, if “laying
on of hands” didn’t work in most instances, “laying on of the belt” (switches,
drop cords, etc.) would.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">As word of Kirk’s abnormality spread through our
small community, so did the whispers, giggles, exclusion from play with his
peers (in case it was contagious), rumors spread labeling him as “retarded”,
and viciousness from children and adults ran rampant. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Eventually, Kirk was taken to the doctors and
massive amounts of Phenobarbital and Dilantin was prescribed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yet the damage was done. Nothing could be
done (diagnosis or no) to sway people from their Bible thumping, demonic
spirits, beliefs. The effects of the drug treatment plan in fact exacerbated
their beliefs as he exhibited signs of drowsiness, being extremely lethargic,
sometimes confused, and at times, drooling.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">When my brother graduated, he entered the United
States Army. Shortly after joining, he had another seizure. For the first time
he was given an effective treatment plan and reassurance that he was not a
“retard”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">For the next 15-20 years (from about 1977-1999), our
family never saw Kirk, and rarely did we hear from him.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In 2003, Kirk reappeared.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However, he revealed (to me alone) that he
was not well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Additionally, with much
bitterness, he shared with me how his previous years of treatment with respect
to epilepsy had destroyed his faith in people, almost caused him to kill
himself, had led him to drinking to forget and caused him to separate himself
from “family”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">When I met you (Lowell) and you shared your book and
your life as an epileptic with me, I was impacted in ways you could ever know
the full scope of.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The memories of Kirk
being beaten were so very overwhelming.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I think for the first time in my life I understood just what he had gone
through and I began to thank God for sustaining him in spite of it all. Sadly,
my father (deceased since 2004) although enlightened about epilepsy, never
truly accepted my brother had a true medical disorder.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As such their relationship (dad and Kirk)
remained strained until his passing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">On April 16<sup>th</sup>, I shared with you that I
had not heard from Kirk in 2 years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I
knew of your desire to minister to him that “he had epilepsy, but epilepsy did
not have to have him”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lowell, when my
home phone rang and I saw <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Cell phone,
Ind. on the caller I.D., I knew God had heard our pleas.</b> What would be the
odds of Kirk calling me on that day at that time after a 2 year silence?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Before I answered that phone, I knew it was
my brother. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">As you know, he shared with me he was calling to let
me know the nature of his illness had prompted his doctors to inform him of a
need to finally share and invite a relative into his affairs. Before I could
wrap my thoughts around that however, his next words stopped me cold.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>He said, “Sis, I can take anything except the
possibility of those seizures reoccurring. I would rather die than have another
seizure. But the Holy Spirit told me to call you because you have something or
someone for my seizures”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lowell, I
could do nothing except hand you the phone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I could give no introduction, I could say nothing. But I knew in my
spirit without a doubt you were meant to be in my home at that time on that day
for my brother.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I handed you the phone
that day knowing something bigger than epilepsy was going to take place. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Lowell, on that day, the over whelming presence of
the Holy Spirit was in this house. Thank you for that day and the days that
have followed since then. Thank you for being obedient to the will of God in
your life.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank you for taking the time
to speak with my brother on not only that day, but other days.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thanks for your words of encouragement to
him. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Finally, thank you and your church congregation for
the last act of kindness you have shown my brother.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You took my brother’s name and depth of
despair before the body of your church. Many, many members signed your book
with in depth words of encouragement and promise to continue to Pray for him. I
did not know of this act of kindness. Truly I did not know that you and my
brother’s relationship had evolved to the point of you knowing his
address.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My brother is a very private,
reclusive type person.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lowell, I don’t
have his address then or now. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">My brother called me to report he had received the
book from you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Lowell, I was in awe of
my brother’s awe in knowing someone cared enough to send the book, that people
took the time to write to him personally in the book, that an African American
man (you) would reveal to the world he has epilepsy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I listened as my brother quoted scriptures,
praised God, and talked about his past and his anger at having epilepsy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Most of all, I listened as my brother began
to heal a little. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Lowell, my brother asked me to<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>tell you on that day that if you did not hear
from him in awhile, not to worry, but the overwhelming feelings that book and
the words of encouragement from the congregation was new and a little too much
for him.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yet, he shocked me by saying
“sis, tells my story to Lowell or anyone. But make sure you tell it all”. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">Lowell, Kirk Hawkins had epileptic seizures. But he
finished school, mastered a trade (as taught to him by our father) as an
electrician, served our country honorably in the United States Army for many
years, became a husband, father and now a grandfather. He (like you) is the
face of epilepsy. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">My brother said he Prays no one ever has to have
seizures, yet he thank God for avenues of education such as your book to put
not just a medical term to the illness, but an instrument such as yours that
will actually give a face to the illness.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 16pt; line-height: 115%;">We (Kirk and I) wish you the very best in your
endeavors now and in the future.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-5688898054191565732014-10-21T06:14:00.000-07:002014-10-21T06:22:12.557-07:00Ms Deborah Parker SmithA Lady from Alabama is Delighted in Reading "The Village"<br />
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Ms Deborah Parker Smith is a lady I met on the Internet and I share with her my desire to increase epilepsy awareness around the country. I also informed her of my novel, "The Village."<br />
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After reading my novel, Ms Deborah posted a picture of herself reading the book for me to see. The statement made by this reader and her picture posted 25x within a few hours and I was contacted by Ms Susan Noble of Epilepsy Warriors Foundation! She was so excited and share the news with me.<br />
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Truly, all that needs to happen is for us to "Speak Up" about epilepsy for the safety of everyone that is involved. Ms Deborah is just one of the many people I have reached with my novel, "The Village!'<br />
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Sincerely,<br />
Lowell G. Evans<br />
Author of: "The Village"<br />
Creator of: "Mr. Kevin Bolden"<br />
Email- thevillageiscoming@gmail.com<br />
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-53611209584315759312014-09-10T07:30:00.003-07:002014-09-10T07:34:04.291-07:00 The Village Support Group<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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We are asking for your support to help us reach the churches, schools, businesses, etc to help eliminate epilepsy discrimination and especially the bullying by sharing our stories with others!</div>
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<br />Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-8473148696010677962014-08-24T17:38:00.001-07:002014-08-24T17:38:17.583-07:00The Middlesex Epilepsy Seminar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have been fortunate to have this family attend the "Middlesex Epilepsy Seminar" we had on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014 in Saluda, VA. We all had a "Great Time" and a few surprise guests showed up as well.<br />
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The event gave everyone a chance to speak about epilepsy and how the condition is not always the biggest challenge but "society" also plays a huge part in this. <br />
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We will continue to press on to having a movie made to help educate everyone on this condition and to help eliminate the discrimination and bullying that we have heard others have faced!<br />
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Thank you!<br />
The Village for Epilepsy AwarenessLowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-36918083465912813972014-08-24T17:30:00.000-07:002014-08-24T17:30:20.474-07:00A New Reader!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This Lady has received the a copy of "The Village" and is sharing it with you! I am pushing for a "movie" to be made so that society can be educated about this condition known as Epilepsy!<br />
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I am "Thankful" for everyone who believes in The Village!<br />
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Thank you.<br />
Lowell G.Evans<br />
Author of: "The Village"<br />
Creator of: "Mr. Kevin Bolden"<br />
email: <a href="mailto:thevillageiscoming@coming@gmail.com">thevillageiscoming@coming@gmail.com</a> <br />
<br />Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-44020278742787244042014-08-11T13:01:00.000-07:002014-08-11T13:01:47.851-07:00The Village<i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-21863421838127791052014-07-01T08:43:00.002-07:002014-07-01T08:48:57.707-07:00 Massachuetts Recognizes, "The Village" by Lowell G.Evans Mr. Poncho Thompson of Massachusetts Says:<br />
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My classmate, my teammate, my friend, thank you Lowell G Evans for opening my eyes and the eyes of many, God Bless you my brother. I would like to challenge my friends and family, especially Gloucester High School Alums to match or better my purchase of $20 for The Village, show your support by contacting Lowell and order your copy, thank you. <br />
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Thanks Poncho! My email is - <a href="mailto:thevillageiscoming@gmail.com">thevillageiscoming@gmail.com</a> Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-69382347933691578562014-06-24T19:39:00.000-07:002014-06-24T19:42:44.319-07:00The Epilepsy Ten Network <strong> Tiffany Kairos of the Epilepsy Ten Network</strong><br />
<strong> Supports "The Village"</strong><br />
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Tiffany is determined to help make the lives of individuals who have epilepsy much easier. She is has received a copy of "The Village" written by Lowell G. Evans and is helping to promote the novel to increase epilepsy awareness.<br />
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Lowell, the author and Tiffany met online sometime ago and they both realized they had the same desire to help others with epilepsy overcome the challenges in life. They both attended the National Epilepsy Walk this year in DC and have stayed in touch since.<br />
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Lowell G. Evanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04459403200927457487noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-264606149878775816.post-45981176347193653832014-05-23T17:39:00.001-07:002014-05-23T17:42:15.624-07:00I AM HAMPTON ROADS<br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">"THE VILLAGE IS COMING"</span></u></strong></div>
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Please see the link below for the show "<strong>I AM HAMPTON ROADS"</strong><br />
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My novel "The Village" and the character I created, "Mr. Kevin Bolden" is changing lives all across the country.<br />
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My goal is to "Increase Epilepsy Awareness and Eliminate Epilepsy Discrimination."<br />
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Thank you for your support!<br />
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May God Bless,<br />
Lowell G.Evans<br />
Author of: "The Village"- Representing Society<br />
Creator of: "Mr. Kevin Bolden"- Representing Epilepsy<br />
Email- <a href="mailto:thevillageiscoming@gmail.com">thevillageiscoming@gmail.com</a><br />
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Available online at:<br />
<a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/">www.barnesandnoble.com</a><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/">www.amazon.com</a><br />
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<strong><u><span style="font-size: large;">Just A Few</span></u></strong></div>
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<strong><u>A Thank You from the "Kevin Boldens in Society"</u></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">A number of people who support "My Call"</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">This photograph was taken at my "book-signing"</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">This was done in Norfolk, VA at the Macarthur Mall</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">These are just a few people who has seen God's Work</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">I am referring to the "Miracles" God has performed for me</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">But truly "None" of these Miracles came too easy</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">Why? I had not put my full "Faith and Trust" in thee!</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">It was brought to my attention after I had written my book</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">A novel based on "Epilepsy Education", which is a sleeper</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">A Man read my work and agreed the knowledge needed for epilepsy</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">He then said, "This is also focused on being, Our Brother's Keeper"</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">I thought for a second or two because of what he said</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">It written in a way so that anyone could enjoy the story</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">Yes, "Mr. Kevin Bolden" and many others have epilepsy</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: georgia,serif;">But because of "Just A Few" like you, they do not have to worry.</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: Georgia;">"Words from the Heart"</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Lowell G. Evans</span></em></strong></div>
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<strong><em><span style="font-family: Georgia;">May 7, 2014</span></em></strong></div>
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