The Bridge Crosser

The Bridge Crosser is a children’s story of a boy named Tom who lived on a farm with his mother and father. Hard working Tom faces hardship with a stern mother and an accident involving his father. The story is layered with a series of dreams he experiences, a neighbor lady he encounters, and most of all a mysterious bridge that he finds at the edge of his property. The puzzle pieces fall together for this young man, bringing him into a whole new life.The message of this book brings inspiration to children and adults. Walking through Tom’s adventure causes the reader to correlate the lessons learned to their own lives. The captivating message written on the bridge relates to anyone who is seeking to find comfort, love, and a best friend.

Nancy Absalonson lives in Spokane, Washington with her husband Gary. She has four grown children and five grandchildren. Nancy is currently a teacher of Special needs students in Music and P.E.. She has worked with children her entire adult life through many years in various elementary grades, church camps, leading music for Vacation Bible Schools, working as an assistant Children’s Director, then as a Children’s Director, and staying actively involved in a multitude of organizations linked to the schools her own children attended. Nancy attended the University of Washington, majoring in English and graduating with her K-12 teacher’s certificate. She did extended studies for an additional year and a half. She now enjoys traveling, bowling, biking, spending time with family and close friends, church activities, and updating her lesson plans for her students. She is a well-respected teacher both in the public schools and in classes at her church. Nancy has been a Christian since she was fifteen.