The Day the Donkey Flew: Five Natural Resources for Inspired Living will leave readers with a new sense of Joy, Hope, Rose, Faith and Grace. Don't believe in flying donkeys? Neither did Joseph until he fathered Joy, Hope, Rose, Faith and Grace. Joseph is the youngest son in a family of farmers and cattle ranchers, whose lives are governed by tradition, order and profits. As the last child born, Joseph has no say in the family business. All decisions, including his occupation and where he lives are dictated by his older brother, the patriarch of the family. Joseph shares a two-bedroom converted barn with his wife and five daughters, who have a vision of a grander home. Knowing his brother would never sacrifice cattle grazing, profit-bearing land to build a larger home, he dashes the girls' dream with "when donkeys fly." Joseph soon learns that when you have Joy, Hope, Rose, Faith and Grace in your life, anything is possible, even flying donkeys.About the Author: Elisa C. Newsome Smith is a former journalist and communication executive living in South Miami, Florida. Her passion for writing and storytelling is now expressed through poetry and fiction. This is her first literary publication. It was her spirit of Joy, Hope, Rose, Faith and Grace that enabled Elisa to leave a prosperous career and live her new dreams, which included forming Abide in Chi, a company that empowers people to release their radiance through the practices of Tai Chi, Qigong and Massage Therapy. Her desire to help others connect with their inner bliss continues to evolve as she developed Elisa's Playshop, a place where inspiration flows freely. Through uplifting and soul-searching literature and activities that foster creativity, Elisa's Playshop seeks to leave people lighthearted and filled with admiration and inspiration.