SIPPING SUNLIGHT
A MEMOIR
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey into the wild and transformative landscape of the 60s, a time of free love and psychedelic exploration. The memoir begins with a prediction by a spiritual Black woman, which leads Ross to become an acidhead on the Lower East Side of New York. Fueled by profound LSD experiences, he initiates a spiritual quest to find the meaning of life. Woven within Ross's narrative is the inspiring tale of his parents' survival during the Holocaust and their arduous quest for a visa to America.
After living on the Lower East Side, Ross relocates to Timothy Leary's Millbrook mansion. He then moves to Canada and lives in a commune in northern British Columbia, where he builds a cabin and lives primarily off the land. He survives multiple arrests (without convictions) and a few close calls with death (one by a grizzly bear!).
This extraordinary journey continues at an ashram in India, where a deep yearning for self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment emerges. Amid the experiences, he encounters numerous miracles, gains profound spiritual insights, and survives three marriages (the third is still going strong). Remarkably, even as he attains entrepreneurial success, his quest for higher knowledge remains unquenchable, fueled by the unwavering love, grace, and guidance of God and his spiritual teachers.
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Brittney · ★★★★★
Wow, I could not put this book down. By just looking at the cover of the book I thought it was going to be a romance novel. However, this was a memoir of Mr. Ross. I was taken on a journey of exploring life in the 60's and holocaust family backgrounds. While reading I wanted to learn more about meditation and how to do it. THANKFULLY, at the end of the book was a guild to how to begin. I have learned to slow down and enjoy the journey in life.
Sonia · ★★★★★
Bernard Ross, the son of Holocaust survivors, has written a fascinating memoir, reflecting a fascinating life. After dropping acid in the 60s, Ross embarks on quest that is both spiritual and wildly picaresque, taking him to Timothy Leary's mansion, a commune in the wilds of British Columbia, and an Indian ashram. Intrepid and resolute, Ross eventually becomes a successful businessman, husband, father, and grandfather, all while practicing daily meditation and maintaining a heartfelt loyalty to his Jewish roots. Take the trip; Bernard Ross is a wonderful guide.
Richard A. · ★★★★★
As a child growing up in the 60's I can remember the turmoil, the "generation gap", hippies, protesters and my parents trying to make sense of it all. I love non-fiction books and this one is surely an intriguing story of one man's journey through the many phases of life.
I can see this book becoming a movie as Bernard ties in history, his spiritual journey, and is not afraid to talk about failure as well as success. It's a great read and very hard not to want to finish reading it as soon as you turn page one!
Eileen Y. · ★★★★★
Bernard Ross writes candidly about his family, experiences ( both good and bad), his joys and failures. His deep spirituality is evident as he shares life from boyhood to now. The resilience that he portrays, his love of family and humankind are felt by the reader. I am very grateful that he published his story. I am a better person for it!
Beatrice R. · ★★★★★
Ecstatic and riveting.... Could not put it down. The journey of what is called life. Very moving and poignant. From one chapter to the next, so many surprises and so much emotion.
Ryan D. · ★★★★★
I just read Bernard Ross's memoir and I couldn't put it down! His storytelling was gripping and I always wanted to know where his life was taking him next! You feel like a friend of his after reading it! Highly recommend!
