"Every time that I've crossed B. J. and Hal at Honeymoon Island beach, I was irradiated with positive flows, and they made aware that every day has to be a celebration. I ordered their book because I got too curious about them (an exception in this superficial world).

The book turned out to be an incredible exciting trip – I couldn't stop reading it – I had to see it all. It's totally different from the other art books where you're lead thru the different periods or inspirations of an artist with monotony. This one is alive, it has a soul and rocks with you, and most of all it gives the feeling that you share a piece of their Nirvana."

Mousti Khaled
Certified Personal Trainer – AFPA, KRAFT LEISTUNG BSA
Zurich, Switzerland and Palm Harbor & Honeymoon Island, Florida

By the way, I did read the book, pretty much at several sittings cover
to cover...very, very nice. And a great philosophy to present. Several
good friends have borrowed it and I need to get it back!!

John L. Wallace, PE
Principal, CEO and founder
Wallace Group
San Luis Obispo, CA

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“LIFE BLENDING is a treasure that holds many of the keys for enjoying our special relationship with the environment through the creative soul of Hal Stowers. Hal’s unique background and 30 years of commitment to our fragile ecosystems provide him very special qualifications to guide all of us through the Life Blending process. Hal and BJ have collaborated on this first Collectors’ Edition masterpiece filled with reproductions of beautiful and profound original artwork, breathtaking photography and narrative secrets to enjoying our world.”

David W. Dunbar
President/CEO, Synovus Bank of Tampa Bay

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"It is very rare that my aunt is speechless and she was on Saturday when I gave her your book. It is so hard to find something for a woman who has everything she needs or wants and if she doesn't have it, she goes out and gets it herself. I come from a family of very independent women. Not only was she taken back by the beauty but also of the personal thought and love that went into our little adventure. Like she, I love the fact that the book includes historical and some personal information about the works of art. It gives you the insight of what may have been happening during that time, an opportunity to feel the emotion, and gives you a visual of Hal painting the original. You have done a great job! I told her that even though we can't get another copy of Ode to Sand Key that there are others in that collection. I noticed in the glossary that some of those are for sale. If that is still the case, how much are they?

I have so very much enjoyed talking to you and can not thank you enough for the extra mile you took. Sincerely, Tammy"

Tammy M. Stundon
Biology and Environmental Science Teacher
J. R. Arnold High School, Panama City Beach, FL

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“…a lively chronicle of shared vision at the uncommon crossroad of creative-discipline and risky-venture. The book is a beautiful by-product of a unique, creative acceleration of wisdom and experience… An honest, authentic and inspiring story that prompts not only the question of ‘What’s next for Hal and B.J.?’ – but ‘Can we too get better at this life blending thing?’ Life Blending gives an uplifting and optimistic answer.”

“This book by B.J. and Hal Stowers is a story of love and commitment to each other, to their environment and to their art. The concept of ‘Life Blending’ they share with readers juxtaposes the rewarding philosophy of life they share… "His art is beautiful in its simplicity, reflecting far more than what he sees in nature, and reducing it to its essence to make his work stand out from that of other naturalists…" it is a delightful story with beautiful images that you will open to review time and time again.”

Aaron R. Fodiman and Margaret Word Burnside
Publishers and Editors of TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE