Lotus and the Baby Bird
by Tamara Nicole Pizzoli

Lotus is an eight year-old third grader who lives in the historic center of Rome, Italy. One Tuesday morning, while on her way to school, an unfortunate event occurs. Lotus has a delayed reaction to this unsettling event. Her response proves to be too little too late, leading Lotus to learn the power of pondering, possibilities and tough lessons that may ultimately spark the discovery of one’s life purpose.