The winning bidder will receive a package of the inspirational Twelve Gifts collection of books, authored by Mother Seton alumna Charlene Gorda Costanzo, class of '67.  All 5 books are signed by the author.

The Twelve Gifts of Birth tells a tender tale of the blessings given to every child born and reveals how to use these blessings to enrich one's life.  A message of love and hope for children of all ages - and for the child in every adult - The Twelve Gifts of Birth has won 9 awards, sold more than 750,000 copies, and even caught the attention of The Oprah Winfrey Show.

The Twelve Gifts of Healing offers words of encouragement that remind us to reach inside to find peace and strength during times of pain, loss and uncertainty.  Written while Charlene faced stage 4 cancer in 2000, its gentle and powerful message guides readers to become more aware of their own gifts and to help others see theirs.

The Twelve Gifts in Marriage provides insights for all couples on the journey of marriage.  For the couple just starting out, it can help them navigate the road ahead.  For the couple in the midst of their travels, it encourages appreciation of destinations reached and offers perspective on what is yet to come.

In Touchtones: Stories for Living the Twelve Gifts, Charlene brings the reader on a journey across the U.S. and through real-life examples of triumphs, transformations, and healings that result from people using their inherent gifts.  The stories in this book inspire us to stay in touch with our gifts, especially when fear, hurt or anger has derailed us.

The Thirteenth Gift tells the story of an American journalist whose life is transformed while she is on an assignment in Eastern Europe and learns of a local legend.  This uplifting tale invites readers to renew their sense of wonderment, which can lead to freedom from fear and to a greater experience of hope, beauty and joy in their daily life.

This autographed collection is sure to warm your heart and lift your spirits!

More information on these books and inspirational messages from Charlene are available on her website, www.charlenecostanzo.com.