Second Wind Publishing discussion

1. Cerridwen “Cerri” Baker absolutely hates her name, but her mother is constantly expecting her to live up to the expectations of the Goddess Cerridwen. Having your name set the tone for your life is a belief that goes back to Biblical days. What are your thoughts on that? Do we still pick (or avoid) names based on destiny?

2.Cerri strives to be “normal”—a normal woman, a normal wife, a normal mother. Encountering He Who Waits is anything but normal. How would you feel if a spirit guide showed up in your life?

3.How do you, as an adult, balance the life you want with the traditions you were raised with?

4.Does “destiny” or “fate” have a role in our lives today? How?

5.Are books written in a particular region or with specific cultural traditions important to you?

6.Who was your favorite character and why?