About Bernard Hewitt
The well-known author of “The Continuing Journey of Barum Boy: Life, Love, and Loss,” Bernard Hewitt, was born in 1940. Having been placed in a children’s home, he had a difficult upbringing until his grandmother saved him at the age of seven. In spite of these difficulties, Bernard’s life turned into an example of the strength of love and resiliency. His first memoir detailed his life up until the age of fifty-two, highlighting the challenges and victories of growing
up in a culture that was less accepting of the community. In his latest book, Bernard opens up about his later years, sharing his story with honesty and heartfelt emotion. A lover of travel, sailing, and the Spanish language, Bernard’s life has been one of adventure and exploration. His experiences reflect not only the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community but also the universal pursuit of genuine connection and love. Bernard’s writing resonates with readers as a powerful testament to the human spirit, reminding us all of the strength found in vulnerability and the enduring search for meaningful relationships.
About Barum Boy
In “The Continuing Journey of Barum Boy: Life, Love, and Loss,” Bernard Hewitt takes readers inside the intensely private time of his life that came after Bill, his cherished companion, passed away unexpectedly. The emotional journey of Bernard, who sets out on a therapeutic road trip in his camper van and finds comfort in the wide road and the prospect of fresh starts, is captured in this poignant follow-up to his debut memoir. Along the journey, Bernard discovers the transformative power of self-discovery and forges new friendships as well as a second great love, which rekindles his happiness and provides him with companionship in his later years. At the age of eighty-three, Bernard’s observations on fortitude and the never-ending search for love and connection serve as a moving reminder of the human spirit’s ability to endure suffering. Beyond a personal account, this continuation of the Barum Boy story touches on larger issues facing the LGBTQ+ community and honors universal concepts of love, friendship, and trust. Bernard offers the insights he has gained from his life’s experiences with warmth and genuineness, inspiring everyone attempting to deal with the difficulties of love and grief.
In “The Continuing Journey of Barum Boy: Life, Love, and Loss,” Bernard Hewitt takes readers inside the intensely private time of his life that came after Bill, his cherished companion, passed away unexpectedly. The emotional journey of Bernard, who sets out on a therapeutic road trip in his camper van and finds comfort in the wide road and the prospect of fresh starts, is captured in this poignant follow-up to his debut memoir. Along the journey, Bernard discovers the transformative power of self-discovery and forges new friendships as well as a second great love, which rekindles his happiness and provides him with companionship in his later years. At the age of eighty-three, Bernard’s observations on fortitude and the never-ending search for love and connection serve as a moving reminder of the human spirit’s ability to endure suffering. Beyond a personal account, this continuation of the Barum Boy story touches on larger issues facing the LGBTQ+ community and honors universal concepts of love, friendship, and trust. Bernard offers the insights he has gained from his life’s experiences with warmth and genuineness, inspiring everyone attempting to deal with the difficulties of love and grief.