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Mark F. Wise

Conversations with Blanchie

Hello, my friends! Do you believe in love at first sight? Have you ever wondered about the Afterlife: what it’s like, what are Heaven and Hell like; will we see our family, friends and pets again?

Weekends With Declan

How many grandfathers have dreamed of having this kind of loving relationship with their grandsons?

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Mark F. Wise

"Conversations With Blanchie"

Bob and Blanchie’s love story leaves a lasting legacy, shaping generations with the warmth of wisdom, an inheritance of love that transcends time and space.Peer into the divine realm through Blanchie’s eyes as she unravels the mysteries of God and saints, providing unique spiritual insights that resonate with the soul.

The enduring love between Bob and Blanchie teaches us that true love has the power to transcend the constraints of time and mortality, leaving an indelible mark on generations to come.

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Mark F. Wise

"Weekends With Declan"

How many grandfathers have dreamed of having this kind of loving relationship with their grandsons? And how many grandsons have wished for this same relationship with their grandfathers? Follow the precious interactions between Declan, starting at age six, and his ‘Abue’ (grandfather in Spanish) as they traverse through life together, from discussions surrounding a six-year-old girl’s playground kiss; weekend sleepovers and fairy tales in Spanish in Abue’s ‘RV in the Forest.’ You will also be treated to a gamut of life discussions called ‘man-to-man talks;’ Cub Scout and Boy Scout outings; swim meets and baseball games; exchange student experiences; COVID and Diabetes issues as well as life’s many shared milestones.

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THE MORAL TAPESTRY OF "CONVERSATIONS WITH BLANCHIE"

In the heartwarming tale of “Conversations with Blanchie,” the central moral lies in the enduring legacy of love and laughter. 

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Balancing Faith

Hello, my friends! Do you believe in love at first sight? Have you ever wondered about the Afterlife?

Love Transcends Time

Have you ever pondered who God and the Holy Trinity are; does each religion have its own god?

Cherish Every Moment

This unique novel, "Conversations with Blanchie," is loosely written from a Catholic perspective.

Legacy of Wisdom

Bob and Blanchie sat on their park bench in San Luis Obispo, California every morning before work for 71 years.

Lifelong Lessons

Blanchie dies and goes to Heaven, but she and Bob soon discover that they can continue their morning discussions.

"Conversations with Blanchie" Testimonials

I just finished this book and truly enjoyed it. The more I read about Heaven as a parallel universe, the more I liked it. Such a comfortable feeling. The author discusses (through his characters) the difference between life in Heaven and life on earth. Also, it gave me new ideas to consider about the Virgin Mary, the saints, the angels, Satan and Hell. I owe him my thanks for writing such a positive book and for causing me to think about some things I hadn't considered in a long time.

Josie W.

Many wonder about the afterlife. We hear what our Pastors and Priests tell us about Heaven and Hell. We read books and talk to friends. But none of us will know until it happens to us. In this small book Mr. Wise gives us his take. Long time married couple Bob and Blancie are happily married with children when Blanchie suddenly dies. She is in Heaven and finds she can communicate with Bob. The story is of Blanchie explaining as best she can to Bob about all the aspects of the Heaven in which she finds herself. We are left with our own thoughts on what we believe and how it compares to Blanchie's view.

Mary Smith

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review from the author. This book is a wonderful love story about an elderly couple, right after the wife’s death. Through some sort of fluke, the wife, Blanchie, is able to converse with her living husband, Bob, as long as he sits at the bench they sat at every day for 70+ years. During these conversations, we are brought into their story: the romantic whirlwind relationship that led up to their amazingly long-lived marriage, the lives (and deaths of their children), as well as the special moments that made this marriage last so long.

Elizabeth Laughlin

wow, what a book! So many thoughts and ideas to ponder about. Deep, sweet, this story will live on in your heart, yet I would not expect anything less from Mark F Wise. Well done! And thank you.

Evelyn A. Vollmer

I thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful book! It's an easy read with very unique subjects and a writing style. As you see in the introduction, it is a roller coaster of emotions. I'm going to buy "Conversations with Blanchie" as gifts!

Anthony

A delightfully, wonderful book, written from the heart, about loss, love and the afterlife. I wasn't able to put it down! 2 people found this helpful

Pamela Stark

Wow, such a unique book, the first of its kind that I've ever read! A deep, emotional and tender read! I read it in two sittings!

Glenn P.

ONE CAN CONSIDER "WEEKENDS WITH DECLAN" TO BE DIVIDED INTO THE FOLLOWING THREE EPISODES OR ACTS:

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How many grandfathers have dreamed of having this kind of loving relationship with their grandsons? And how many grandsons have wished for this same relationship with their grandfathers? Follow the precious interactions between Declan, starting at age six, and his ‘Abue’(grandfather in Spanish) as they traverse through life together.

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From discussions surrounding a six year old girl’s playground kiss; weekend sleepovers and fairy tales in Spanish in Abue’s ‘RV in the Forest.’ You will also be treated to a gamut of life discussions called ‘man-to-man talks;’ Cub Scout and Boy Scout outings; swim meets and baseball games; exchange student experiences; Covid and Diabetes issues as well as life’s many shared milestones.

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Follow Declan’s and Abue’s discussions about afterlife issues that start at the most simple, child-like levels, and progress to theological-level treatises. Weekends with Declan have a little bit of everything: it is serious, funny, emotional and thought-provoking on an array of topics that almost everybody deals with during our earthly existence and after!

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Mark F. Wise

Mark F. Wise grew up in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, California. He is a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, a near native Spanish speaker, amateur nature photographer, bicyclist, runner, hiker, swimmer and notorious punster! All of his life, Wise has looked for a forum to advance the approximately fifty religious issues that “Conversations with Blanchie” & “Wekeends with Declan” is based on.

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