Circling the Edge
Listening to the Whispers of the Wild Soul
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Growing up in a Scottish Presbyterian family in the nineteen fifties, Wilma is completely at odds with her inner world. Craving something she could not name and defying cultural expectations, she leaves Scotland. Her search takes her all over the world, climbing in remote mountains, exploring and working in exotic countries.
Exposed on her travels to vast differences in faith and cultural norms regarding women's roles in society and home, Wilma finds the courage to distance herself from the repressive lessons of her youth and examine her personal insecurities. She grows to delight in aspects of herself that she’d been taught were unworthy and reinvents herself as a passionate, self-aware, empowered woman in all her chosen roles. This is a story of becoming. With authenticity, she draws the reader into a turbulent yet rewarding adventure of loss and love. Wilma’s spirited memoir will resonate with anyone seeking self-discovery and acceptance as they explore the winding path of their life experiences. |
Entangled Enchantments
This is Wilma’s first collection of poetry. They are reflections on her journey away from her restrictive beginnings, her profound love for the outdoors, and the unravelling of her emotional world as she mourns the deaths of her loved ones. Her poetry resonates with women seeking to come home to themselves as they walk the uncharted waters of the feminine towards their own unique handcrafted life.
Reviews
"This powerful book by Wilma Rubens walks a tightrope between calvinist negativity and universal light, all the while "mingling with the fragrance of stargazer lilies." A direct line connects the author's childhood and family narrative to the "crackling undergrowth" of mother earth, and the ensuing conversation with her own vulnerability gathers courage from her Scottish forbears, allowing her, against all odds, to "savour the tranquility within." Hers is a unique and celebratory path, worth savouring in every poem." Weyman Chan
"I am full of admiration for your ability with words, and imagery; with the honesty and courage for opening up memories and emotions for others to share and, in many cases, identify with. There are so many poems I could comment on, suffice to say I look forward to sharing your poems with others and will treasure this book." Averil Stewart, Head of Occupation Therapy, Edinburgh.
Reviews
"This powerful book by Wilma Rubens walks a tightrope between calvinist negativity and universal light, all the while "mingling with the fragrance of stargazer lilies." A direct line connects the author's childhood and family narrative to the "crackling undergrowth" of mother earth, and the ensuing conversation with her own vulnerability gathers courage from her Scottish forbears, allowing her, against all odds, to "savour the tranquility within." Hers is a unique and celebratory path, worth savouring in every poem." Weyman Chan
"I am full of admiration for your ability with words, and imagery; with the honesty and courage for opening up memories and emotions for others to share and, in many cases, identify with. There are so many poems I could comment on, suffice to say I look forward to sharing your poems with others and will treasure this book." Averil Stewart, Head of Occupation Therapy, Edinburgh.
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“I love it! It is a page turner.” -Barbara Parker
“It takes a courageous soul to live and share her personal story of conflict, love and travel. The way Wilma weaves the captivating stories of her adventures around the world has the reader evaluate their own life and renew their belief in humanity. This book and Wilma herself are an inspiration.”
—Katrina Rosen – Bestselling Author of With You By Bike
“Wilma’s search for self takes her on many adventures. Her story encourages the reader to embrace life, explore their talents and express their unique wisdom.”
-Margaret Edmunds, Retired Head of Social Work at Mount Royal College
and author of A Handbook of Interactive Exercises for Groups
“I was drawn in from the start. I found the tension created by linking your life experiences to your upbringing fascinating. In addition to being a compelling read this memoir has been an opportunity for personal reflection.”
-Bev Rowley
“I just finished reading your enthralling memoir. What an adventurous life you have led, full of travels, tests of courage and skill, decision making and self-reflection.” -Sandy McCaig
“Having suffered losses early on Wilma tells us about her life of wanderlust and takes us to mountains, oceans, a cross-continent road trip, exploring other cultures and religions. In her ongoing quest to live her best life she bares her underbelly, always searching, and learning in an amusing and humble way. Her family perpetuate her love of the wild and feel most free above the tree-line.” -Sue Murray
“Wilma shares her journey from a repressive childhood to global travel, an expansive spirituality, and embraces human diversity. While ghosts of her mother’s biblical voice follow her, the reader feels privileged to witness the emergence of Wilma’s own wise voice.” -Patricia Morgan, Canadian Therapeutic Counsellor and author of Love Her As She Is: Lessons from a Daughter Stolen by Addictions
“It takes a courageous soul to live and share her personal story of conflict, love and travel. The way Wilma weaves the captivating stories of her adventures around the world has the reader evaluate their own life and renew their belief in humanity. This book and Wilma herself are an inspiration.”
—Katrina Rosen – Bestselling Author of With You By Bike
“Wilma’s search for self takes her on many adventures. Her story encourages the reader to embrace life, explore their talents and express their unique wisdom.”
-Margaret Edmunds, Retired Head of Social Work at Mount Royal College
and author of A Handbook of Interactive Exercises for Groups
“I was drawn in from the start. I found the tension created by linking your life experiences to your upbringing fascinating. In addition to being a compelling read this memoir has been an opportunity for personal reflection.”
-Bev Rowley
“I just finished reading your enthralling memoir. What an adventurous life you have led, full of travels, tests of courage and skill, decision making and self-reflection.” -Sandy McCaig
“Having suffered losses early on Wilma tells us about her life of wanderlust and takes us to mountains, oceans, a cross-continent road trip, exploring other cultures and religions. In her ongoing quest to live her best life she bares her underbelly, always searching, and learning in an amusing and humble way. Her family perpetuate her love of the wild and feel most free above the tree-line.” -Sue Murray
“Wilma shares her journey from a repressive childhood to global travel, an expansive spirituality, and embraces human diversity. While ghosts of her mother’s biblical voice follow her, the reader feels privileged to witness the emergence of Wilma’s own wise voice.” -Patricia Morgan, Canadian Therapeutic Counsellor and author of Love Her As She Is: Lessons from a Daughter Stolen by Addictions
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