\n “It started off sadly,” actress Rita Avila recounted about her initial foray into writing when she authored “8 Ways toComfort with Grace” back in 2008. Her son, who passed away three weeks after his birth in 2006, was the child of her marriage to television director FM Reyes.\n<\/p>\n
\n The book acts as a manual for those providing comfort to mourners,” the actress explained to SANGGRALOKA Entertainment during an interview. “It draws from the typical experiences of individuals dealing with loss. Everyone noticed that certain actions or comments often end up causing additional distress to those who are grieving.\n<\/p>\n
\n Upon the recommendation of her publisher\u2014a priest\u2014Rita began composing children\u2019s literature. He asked, “Aren’t you fond of dolls? How about crafting tales centered around these toys featuring ethical lessons?” This idea thrilled her immensely. Consequently, she embarked on penning ‘The Invisible Wings,’ a work that eventually expanded into a quartet of narratives.\n<\/p>\n
\n A different publisher urged Rita to pen “Si Erik Tutpik at Si Ana Taba,” a work addressing societal norms. This piece explores issues faced by children such as being underweight, overweight, or having darker skin tones. The narrative delves into what constitutes adequacy and employs a rhythmic prose style, she explained.\n<\/p>\n
\n These books are designed for parents who aren\u2019t sure how to assist their children with issues they face. The best approach would be for both of them to go through these reads jointly. This could turn into an enjoyable adventure since the three characters involved share humorous dialogues. Additionally, the book aims at informing parents about the significance of time when it comes to kids; memories will linger as children cherish knowing their parents spent quality moments with them.\n<\/p>\n
\n Rita is also the author of “Wanna Bet on Love.”\n<\/p>\n
\n The tragic experience in her life has led Rita to advocate for children\u2019s rights. She has even devoted her earnings from the book to Cribs, an nongovernmental organization for abandoned children.\n<\/p>\n
\n “I frequently share tales with them during my visits. Children must have their individual preferences too. It\u2019s important for them to understand that their present circumstances aren\u2019t fixed. They ought to know that they can opt to lead different lives, to become better individuals as they mature,” she emphasized.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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