I'm Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud
This book is a collection of fifty bittersweet lessons that Umm Zakiyyah learned the hard way on her journey of life and love. She says, "These are lessons that I often had to learn and re-learn over and over-even after Allah had already gifted me with soul-nourishing, blessed solitude in my life."In this book, the "quiet part" includes personal truths she learned from two emotions that Muslim women are often shamed away from: joy and rage.She says, "Most of these truths were gleaned from lessons that 'the fire of experience' taught me-most especially after I chose to walk away from unhealthy relationships and circumstances that were no longer beneficial for my life or nourishing to my soul."
The Pocket to the One I Love
Spread the love with The Pocket To the One I Love - the perfect gift for that special someone.Whether you wish to indulge in a candlelit dinner, attend a romantic dance class or spend a relaxing evening at home, this volume celebrates love in all its forms, making it the perfect gift for anyone special. With suggestions for couples, friends, families and those flying solo, The Pocket To the One I Love is a must-have for Valentine's and Galentine's celebrations alike, as well as any occasion that celebrates love. Gemini PocketsFrom little guides to soothe your soul to all-access passes to the lives of pop icons, and from quizzes and puzzles for literature lovers to books on food, nature, fashion, and more, Gemini Pockets are the perfect fit for your life and interests.
The Best Secret of Greatness
THE BEST SECRET OF GREATNESS BY SYAVIHA MULENGYADo you lead, lift, and love? Do you long to live in peace with yourself and with other people? There is a secret - a sacred strategy for true success.Many chase fame, followers, and flashy titles. They long to be admired, yet still feel anxious, unloved, and unfulfilled. God is not calling you to popularity - He is calling you to purpose.This book reveals the best secret: serve sincerely, show love, stay humble, and solve problems. You are not ordinary. You are a person with potential, passion, and purpose. Every day is a chance to do good, be good, and build greatness.Inside, you will discover how to: Find your design, develop discipline, and define your directionLet humility lead to honor, harmony, and happinessReplace pride with peace, pressure with purpose, and performance with principleStrengthen your relationships and protect what matters mostGrow into a productive, powerful person who inspires othersIn this book, Syaviha Mulengya shows that humility is the key the world needs, a powerful guide to true transformation. It will help you change your attitude, your actions, and your associations. It will show you how to live a happy, healthy, and harmonious life. It will inspire you to become a role model, set a good example, and leave a legacy of love and leadership.You are valuable. You are capable. You are called to live a life of meaning. Let this book remind you of the greatness within you and guide you to the peace, purpose, and power God has prepared for your future.
Radical Kindness
The beloved creator of Blues Clues and Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood and prot矇g矇 of Fred Rogers explores the importance of kindness and how it can change your life in this essential guide and tie-in to the PBS special, "The Power of Radical Kindness."Angela C. Santomero, the creator, executive producer, and head writer of many of today's most popular educational children's shows believes in the radical power of kindness, on her shows, and in her life. Inspired by her mentor Fred Rogers, beloved host of the classic, award-winning PBS show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Angela has dedicated her life to teaching others that when you treat yourself and others with warmth, empathy, and respect, life changing benefits follows.From the true meaning of self-care and the gift of vulnerability, to the importance of active listening or the magic of asking for help, Radical Kindness goes beyond The Golden Rule and entreaties to "be nice," contending that kindness is the key to recognizing others, and ourselves, as worthy of love and understanding.Much like gratitude, Angela contends we need a kindness practice. A practice in which we learn to see with our hearts and act from a place of compassion. As the Dalai Lama says, "Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible." Through practicing radical kindness--toward ourselves, with loved ones, and to the world at large--we can transform ourselves, our neighborhood, and our world for the better.
From One Heart To Another
"One day without you turns to three, Weeks turn into months.Yet still we're left with all this pain, And grief we must confront."Grief is a lonely journey on a path that is anything but linear. It's hard enough to process when you're going through it; it's harder still for those around you to understand.In this deeply personal poetry collection, a grieving mother bares her heart and puts pen to paper. It's everything she might want to say to herself, to the people around her, and to the child who will always be in her heart.But this collection is for everyone, not just the mum who has lost her child.It's for anyone who has lost a loved one. To give a voice to your grief, help you feel less alone, and hopefully shine some light in your darkness.It's also for those who've never experienced grief, especially if you're supporting someone who has. To give you a glimpse into the mind of the griever, help you be more grief-aware, and hopefully have a better idea of what to say (or not say!) and what they may need from you.Grief needs space, not silence. That's what this book is: an invitation into the sacred, unspoken spaces of grief.
Unexpected
Unexpected is a sweeping, heartfelt love story about fate's quiet timing and the miracles that appear when we stop looking. Carmen, a driven marketing professional from California, and Matteo, a dedicated detective from Colorado, were never searching for love-until one night changed everything. What begins as a simple double date turns into a journey neither could have imagined. From late-night laughter and long-distance devotion to moments of loss, sacrifice, and rebirth, their story unfolds with authenticity, humor, and grace. As Matteo's life of service leads him into danger and Carmen's unwavering heart becomes his anchor, they learn that love doesn't arrive when it's convenient-it arrives when it's meant to. Together they face distance, faith, and fate, discovering that the most extraordinary love stories are often born from the unexpected. For readers who believe in destiny, resilience, and the healing power of connection, Unexpected is a tender reminder that true love doesn't just find you-it transforms you.
Unexpected
Unexpected is a sweeping, heartfelt love story about fate's quiet timing and the miracles that appear when we stop looking. Carmen, a driven marketing professional from California, and Matteo, a dedicated detective from Colorado, were never searching for love-until one night changed everything. What begins as a simple double date turns into a journey neither could have imagined. From late-night laughter and long-distance devotion to moments of loss, sacrifice, and rebirth, their story unfolds with authenticity, humor, and grace. As Matteo's life of service leads him into danger and Carmen's unwavering heart becomes his anchor, they learn that love doesn't arrive when it's convenient-it arrives when it's meant to. Together they face distance, faith, and fate, discovering that the most extraordinary love stories are often born from the unexpected. For readers who believe in destiny, resilience, and the healing power of connection, Unexpected is a tender reminder that true love doesn't just find you-it transforms you.
The Girl Who Was There
A true story of trafficking, ritual abuse, and the girl who made it out.What if the worst parts of your life weren't just forgotten - but carried by other versions of you?At three years old, Georgia Alison Snow was handed to a network of men.What followed was years of ritual abuse, trafficking, and betrayal so deep it shattered her mind into thirty-one separate parts - each one carrying pain too heavy for her to bear alone.This is the story of what happened when they came back.As the walls between parts began to collapse, so did the silence. One by one, each girl returned with memories, flashbacks, sensations, and truths that could no longer be buried.Together, they began the unimaginable process of integration - learning to face the past, reclaim the present, and finally build a future.Told with raw honesty, clarity, and deep compassion, The Girl Who Was There is not a story of victimhood. It's a story of reclamation. Of witnessing. Of the fierce, relentless love required to bring yourself home.-This book is ideal for: Survivors - For the ones who've carried the weight in silence. For those who've been told "it wasn't that bad" or "you're remembering it wrong." This book is a mirror and a megaphone - so you can finally see yourself clearly and know, without question: You are not crazy, You are not alone, And it was real.Therapists - If you work with trauma-especially complex, dissociative, or ritual abuse survivors-you need this in your hands. Not as a case study. As a living, breathing voice behind the diagnoses and dissociation. This book will show you what it feels like on the inside, so you can stop guessing and start truly understanding.Friends & Partners - You love someone who's survived the unthinkable, but you don't always know how to show up. Maybe you're afraid of saying the wrong thing. Maybe you don't understand what's happening behind the silence, the shutdowns, the panic. This book will take you there. Gently, truthfully, and with just enough light to help you walk beside them, not ahead or behind.
And the Flowers Turn Their Faces Toward the Sun
Turning toward the light, even in uncertain times, is at the heart of And the Flowers Turn Their Faces Toward the Sun. This collection is a meditation on presence, resilience, and the quiet miracles that shape our days. Through poems that reflect on the cycles of nature and the ache of time's passage, the book invites readers to pause and rediscover what it means to be fully human.Themes of love, grief, healing, and the bonds of family run through these pages, urging us to bless our own lives and measure our days by presence rather than productivity. The poems offer solace in companionship, challenge us to hold hope, and encourage us to value feelings over fleeting events. With a voice both vulnerable and wise, each piece calls us to embrace the totality of our experience-the joys, the sorrows, and the beauty found in simply being alive.Like flowers seeking the sun, these poems are an invitation to find light, meaning, and connection in the everyday. And the Flowers Turn Their Faces Toward the Sun is a testament to the enduring power of poetry to illuminate, comfort, and remind us of our shared humanity.
And the Flower Turn Their Faces Toward the Sun
Turning toward the light, even in uncertain times, is at the heart of And the Flowers Turn Their Faces Toward the Sun. This collection is a meditation on presence, resilience, and the quiet miracles that shape our days. Through poems that reflect on the cycles of nature and the ache of time's passage, the book invites readers to pause and rediscover what it means to be fully human.Themes of love, grief, healing, and the bonds of family run through these pages, urging us to bless our own lives and measure our days by presence rather than productivity. The poems offer solace in companionship, challenge us to hold hope, and encourage us to value feelings over fleeting events. With a voice both vulnerable and wise, each piece calls us to embrace the totality of our experience-the joys, the sorrows, and the beauty found in simply being alive.Like flowers seeking the sun, these poems are an invitation to find light, meaning, and connection in the everyday. And the Flowers Turn Their Faces Toward the Sun is a testament to the enduring power of poetry to illuminate, comfort, and remind us of our shared humanity.
Read My Lips
A fabulous and fun way to learn more about yourself, your friends, and your loved ones by interpreting the lines on a lipstick print. The lines on the palm can tell a story about the past, present, and future--but, as it turns out, lips have even more to say. All it takes to learn about the details of a person's life and inner workings is a little bit of lipstick and a smooch on a piece of paper: If their kiss is rectangular, they're usually the "rock" in their friend group. People go to them for advice and stability. If their upper lip has a "cupid's bow" (a term this author coined!), this person likes to make an impression, and they may have a fiery temper! If they have white dots or small lines on their lower lip, those are called "seeds of change" and indicate that this person has an idea germinating--which means they should actualize it or regret it forever! A lipstick print is the roadmap to self-knowledge and a wonderful way to get to know others, and an unexpected way to get to know others--and maybe even a special someone.
The Spin
Love, loyalty, and betrayal collide in The Spin - a gripping urban drama inspired by real-life experiences of heartbreak, resilience, and self-discovery.Linette and Kwame grew up dreaming of a better life - a loving home, happy children, and a bond strong enough to survive anything. But when the fast life and the lure of the streets take over, their dream begins to crumble. Secrets, lies, and temptation spin their love out of control, leading to consequences neither of them could have imagined.Told through raw emotion and unfiltered truth, The Spin captures the pain of losing yourself while trying to save someone else. It's a story of love turned toxic, of choices that break families, and of a woman who must face her own reflection to reclaim her power.By the end, readers are left asking - how far would you go for love, and what happens when love costs you everything?
My Mother Was A Shiksa
A Jewish Bubby. A YoungShiksa. Two different women, from two very different worlds. One Jewish boy was the key in bringing their worlds together. Despite their different upbringings and contrasting religions, they have more in common than meets the eye. Discover their similarities, and how they both embody the heart and soul of the word "Family."
A Night's Nightmare
When Lady Annabel's car breaks down on a lonely country road, a chance meeting with the charismatic Charles Helm changes the rhythm of her life. Grateful for his help, she begins to romanticise the rescue-until her father's constant warnings breed a crippling fear of driving, joined by a litany of other phobias.In the midst of her anxieties, Annabel channels her energy into art, curating a celebrated exhibition. Helm reappears, their connection rekindled-until he confesses he is married. Caught between heartache and lingering attraction, Annabel continues to see him occasionally, their conversations steeped in art and unspoken longing.From cricket matches to botanical gardens, holidays abroad to solitary days at home, Annabel's journey is one of introspection. Wrestling with privilege, mortality, and the nature of love, she finds herself drawn towards a more spiritual path.A Night's Nightmare is a quiet, reflective novel about romance, self-discovery, and the courage to live authentically, even in the shadow of fear.
My Mother Was A Shiksa
A Jewish Bubby. A YoungShiksa. Two different women, from two very different worlds. One Jewish boy was the key in bringing their worlds together. Despite their different upbringings and contrasting religions, they have more in common than meets the eye. Discover their similarities, and how they both embody the heart and soul of the word "Family."
The "No" Test
The "no" test is simple. A man passes it if he graciously accepts "no" from his partner. If he attempts to persuade her to change her mind, he fails.This book will be of interest to anybody who is concerned about the problem of domestic violence. The man who is abusive and the woman who suffers the abuse are often misrepresented. The "No" test provides alternatives to these misrepresentations so that a man can be held accountable for all his actions and a woman's ever present resistance to oppression is recognised. The "No" test is also a resource for those in the helping professions with discussions on the ethics of practice, exploring the importance of language and a chapter on the crafting of questions - the all important key to therapeutic conversations. Finally, the ideas are demonstrated in practice in therapeutic conversations with four composite individuals, two of whom are a married couple. The four represent the diverse individuals the authors have encountered in many years of practice. The book aims to expose how the problem of domestic violence is perpetuated by its frequent misrepresentations and in so doing provide a better understanding of domestic violence for the benefit of all.Includes therapeutic conversations with individuals to illustrate the book's core concepts.
The Art of Couples Communication
Do you ever walk away from your partner feeling misunderstood?���� Building a strong relationship isn't luck-it's skill.This couples communication book is your step-by-step guide to improving communication with your partner, rebuilding trust, and creating meaningful conversations that strengthen your bond for the long term.What Makes The Art of Couples Communication Unique✔ Structured 7-Step Framework: A clear, easy-to-follow roadmap that turns theory into action.✔ Science-Backed Strategies: Grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and relationship research.✔ Practical Communication Exercises: 83 proven exercises designed for busy couples who want quick, lasting results.✔ Real Relationship Conversations: Learn from authentic stories that show how small changes create big breakthroughs.✔ Positive, Growth-Focused Tone: No blame, no shame. Just teamwork and real progress.✨ If you're ready to stop fighting and start understanding each other again ���� Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" to begin your 7-step journey toward a stronger, more emotionally connected relationship.
Rate Your Date
RATE YOUR DATE provides the first complete survival kit on how to meet, date, and romance sexual partners. Increase your sexual aptitude with secrets on finding eager partners, why they are eager, and what turns partners off. Don't guess, get the facts, and be ahead of the game. Avoid common dating mistakes that sabotage sex. Become an expert at charisma and persuasion. Simple and rapid steps empower you to give and receive affection. Less focus on how to make love, and more focus on who, when, where and how much to make love. Stimulating strategies take the mystery out of mate-searching. So, if you're tired of lonely nights and empty dreams of erotic partners, forget the pornography. Open doors of opportunity for dating-singles, for couples in sexual distress, and for individuals tired of repeating bad relationships. Let the science of behavior be your guide. Now you'll have at your fingertips a blueprint for dependable love connections.
Rate Your Date
RATE YOUR DATE provides the first complete survival kit on how to meet, date, and romance sexual partners. Increase your sexual aptitude with secrets on finding eager partners, why they are eager, and what turns partners off. Don't guess, get the facts, and be ahead of the game. Avoid common dating mistakes that sabotage sex. Become an expert at charisma and persuasion. Simple and rapid steps empower you to give and receive affection. Less focus on how to make love, and more focus on who, when, where and how much to make love. Stimulating strategies take the mystery out of mate-searching. So, if you're tired of lonely nights and empty dreams of erotic partners, forget the pornography. Open doors of opportunity for dating-singles, for couples in sexual distress, and for individuals tired of repeating bad relationships. Let the science of behavior be your guide. Now you'll have at your fingertips a blueprint for dependable love connections.
The Mom's Guide to Surviving West Point
Sending your son or daughter off to college is never easy, but sending your pride and joy to the United States Military Academy is downright scary. There are so many unknowns-from Beast to boodle to all those confusing Army acronyms! That's where The Mom's Guide to Surviving West Point comes in. This book is designed to guide you as you figure out how best to support and encourage your cadet through the next four years.
Lessons Learned By A Patriot Husband and Dad
LTC(R) Chris Woody reflects on many lessons learned during his time in the military. The most important thing he believes is that a Military husband/father must embrace his God given mandates in order to protect both his marriage and career.
Grief Care
This book is written for children who have found themselves on a journey through grief. It is written in a workbook format that includes thirteen sessions, and each session tackles a different emotion and/or stage of grief. In each session, the children are encouraged to express what they are feeling and thinking through drawing and journaling. Also included are several Digging Deeper activities along with Beauty from Ashes analogies with spiritual implication. It may be used either in a support group setting or used individually with a child and parent and/or trusted adult. As they work their way through the different sessions, Biblical promises and treasures will be unveiled. Each session will offer hope, encouragement, assurance, and promises they may claim for themselves as they journey through the darkest and most confusing days of their life. They will begin to feel and experience God's healing for their hurting and grieving hearts. Our prayer for them is that they may see God in a different way and experience His love, mercy, and hope washing over them again in their darkest moments of grief.
How to Respect an Irresponsible Man - REVISED EDITION
Is it possible to respect a man who behaves irresponsibly? I say emphatically, "Yes!"-when we understand that biblical respect doesn't mean pretending everything is fine, complying with foolishness, or enabling sin. It means honoring his position while exercising the wisdom God gave us. It means speaking truth without demanding he change. It means setting boundaries without trying to control outcomes. It means trusting God with our husband's transformation while refusing to participate in his irresponsibility.In the pages that follow, I'll show you how. You'll discover what got me stuck on the Merry-Go-Round in the first place, why conventional Christian advice often fails wives in our situation, and what it actually looks like to respect an irresponsible man in a way that honors God, protects your family, and creates space for genuine transformation-whether that transformation happens in your husband, in you, or in both.Who This Book Is For (and Who It's Not For)Before we go further, let's be clear about something important: this book is for women whose husbands are irresponsible-not abusive. If your husband is physically, sexually, or severely emotionally abusive, the principles in this book do not apply to your situation in the same way. Your safety and your children's safety must come first. Please seek help from trained counselors, domestic violence resources, church leaders who understand abuse dynamics, or law enforcement. God does not require you to stay in danger, and getting to safety is not a failure of faith-it's wisdom.This book is for women whose husbands can't seem to manage money, keep promises, follow through on responsibilities, or consider how their choices affect the family. Irresponsibility looks different in different marriages. For some, it's chronic financial mismanagement-spending recklessly, refusing to budget, hiding purchases, or letting bills go unpaid. For others, it's broken promises and lack of follow-through-commitments made but never kept, projects started but never finished. For still others, it's emotional unavailability, refusing to participate meaningfully in parenting, or making major decisions without consulting you.Whatever form it takes in your marriage, if you recognize the Merry-Go-Round feeling-that exhausting cycle of hope, disappointment, confrontation, and withdrawal that leaves you dizzy, sick, and desperate to get off-there is hope. Real, solid, biblical hope.
Someone Like Me
It is the 1960s as Betty Jean Carter harbors a hidden desire to leave her hometown in the Bayou. She not only wants to attend college, but also escape her abusive stepfather and demanding mother. One day when Betty Jean tells her parents she wants to enroll in Howard University, her abusive stepfather and unsupportive mother shun the idea. Confused and hurt, Betty Jean runs away.After Betty Jean hitchhikes to Washington, D.C., she soon realizes she lacks the finances and criteria to be accepted at Howard. With nowhere to live, Betty Jean is embraced by the underground street life. As she delves into a dark world of drugs and prostitution, she must somehow learn to survive. Now torn between her hopes of attending college and her new normal, Betty Jean is propelled down a path she never could have imagined as tragedy waits to emerge from the shadows.In this compelling urban tale, a young woman embarks on a dangerous journey to find independence, realize her dreams, and overcome family secrets.
Someone Like Me
It is the 1960s as Betty Jean Carter harbors a hidden desire to leave her hometown in the Bayou. She not only wants to attend college, but also escape her abusive stepfather and demanding mother. One day when Betty Jean tells her parents she wants to enroll in Howard University, her abusive stepfather and unsupportive mother shun the idea. Confused and hurt, Betty Jean runs away.After Betty Jean hitchhikes to Washington, D.C., she soon realizes she lacks the finances and criteria to be accepted at Howard. With nowhere to live, Betty Jean is embraced by the underground street life. As she delves into a dark world of drugs and prostitution, she must somehow learn to survive. Now torn between her hopes of attending college and her new normal, Betty Jean is propelled down a path she never could have imagined as tragedy waits to emerge from the shadows.In this compelling urban tale, a young woman embarks on a dangerous journey to find independence, realize her dreams, and overcome family secrets.
Marriage
Marriage - it's not always "happily ever after." It's mismatched schedules, laundry stand-offs, and love that's tested by everyday life. In Marriage: The Hitch and the Glitch of Wedded Bliss, Ivette Smith takes a candid, funny, and heartfelt look at what it really means to build a life together.Through a mix of humor, honesty, and personal reflection, Smith explores the beautiful contradictions of marriage - from the laughter that heals to the silence that hurts. With stories that feel instantly familiar and insights that challenge the fairy-tale ideal, this book helps readers see partnership for what it truly is: imperfect, evolving, and profoundly human.Whether you're newly engaged, celebrating your twentieth anniversary, or somewhere in between, Marriage: The Hitch and the Glitch of Wedded Bliss is your companion for navigating love's chaos with grace, grit, and a sense of humor.
Jack's Story
Jack's Story The Love That Stays is a heartfelt, illustrated tribute to a beloved pug and the love that never fades. When Jack's journey comes to an end, his story offers comfort and hope to anyone grieving the loss of a pet.This gentle and uplifting book celebrates the unbreakable bond between people and their animals, reminding us that while pets may leave our side, the love they give remains forever. Filled with warmth, humour, and tender illustrations, Jack's Story The Love That Stays is a keepsake for adults and families alike - a book to return to in moments of sadness, memory, and reflection.Perfect for readers seeking a pet memorial gift, a book on pet loss and grief, or a way to honour a dog's life, Jack's Story The Love That Stays is both a celebration of love and a source of healing. For dog lovers, pet owners, and anyone coping with loss, it is a gentle reminder that goodbyes are not the end - because love always stays.
Don't Let Misunderstanding Win
Have you ever finished a conversation feeling beat up and wondering what happened? If you have, you are not alone. Be encouraged-you hold in your hands a treasure trove of information that has the power to make your life better, all centered around some great news: Misunderstanding doesn't have to win.Discover tools that will help you live a life where misunderstanding loses, and understanding, respect, hope, love, joy, authenticity, and healing win. Stop being driven by a scarcity mindset, and begin living from a place of abundance. Go on the offensive to dethrone Gray Divorce, stopping the upward trend of late-in-life divorce.This book empowers you to transform the interactions in all your relationships, shifting them from adversarial to win/win partnerships. Enhance the quality of your life by adopting a new perspective and learning to recognize and own your contributions in your daily experiences.Don't let life's imperfections or relationship hurdles dissuade you from standing strong against misunderstanding! Don't Let Misunderstanding Win!What People Are Saying..."Diane's dedication to learn new ways of thinking about relating, and every moment of courage it took to implement them, are truly inspiring. And now I am moved by her generosity in sharing the journey, insights, challenges, and victories with others. If, even in hopelessness, you have a fraction of her determination, you can benefit immensely from her book." Alison A. Armstrong, The Queen's Code Creator and Co-Founder PAX Programs Incorporated
Heartbundance
Licensed psychotherapist Diane Cole has dedicated her career to trauma recovery. In Heartbundance, she shares the process she's used over the years to successfully help countless people heal from emotionally abusive and toxic relationships. She knows there's a direct, undeniable connection between how we were loved and how we feel about our worthiness, our capacity to receive, and ultimately, our ability to create the lives we want.The book's three-part process focuses on healing the injury of love trauma, dismantling the false identities that were created by the experience, and cultivating a manifestation mind that's not influenced by the past. Combining neuroscience, cutting-edge treatments, real-life examples, questions for reflection, and gentle encouragement, she promotes soul-level healing by helping you: Identify your love wounding and trauma patternSoothe your nervous systemExtinguish old patterns and initiate new onesConnect to your intuitionReclaim your hidden partsStrengthen your self regardEmbark on the process of joyful becoming Diane Cole is a seasoned therapist with more than a decade's worth of patient care experience. She has a master's degree in mental health counseling where she employs a holistic journey to treat the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. Diane is a start-up founder and CEO of a large mental health company where she practices psychotherapy, partners with new therapists to develop their craft, and continues to help increase access to mental health care in her local community.
Marriage
Marriage - it's not always "happily ever after." It's mismatched schedules, laundry stand-offs, and love that's tested by everyday life. In Marriage: The Hitch and the Glitch of Wedded Bliss, Ivette Smith takes a candid, funny, and heartfelt look at what it really means to build a life together.Through a mix of humor, honesty, and personal reflection, Smith explores the beautiful contradictions of marriage - from the laughter that heals to the silence that hurts. With stories that feel instantly familiar and insights that challenge the fairy-tale ideal, this book helps readers see partnership for what it truly is: imperfect, evolving, and profoundly human.Whether you're newly engaged, celebrating your twentieth anniversary, or somewhere in between, Marriage: The Hitch and the Glitch of Wedded Bliss is your companion for navigating love's chaos with grace, grit, and a sense of humor.
A Worthy Cause
Juliana is a very tall twelve-year-old girl who remembers everything. She discovers how to sing a ditty to become invisible right away in this story. Furthermore, she has to learn something and sing the ditty twice as fast to reappear.Her old friend Kevin, who has a physical disability, soon figures her out and wants to be invisible too!It's amazing the places one can go if they are invisible.
A Serendipity Calls
A Serendipity Calls is a memoir celebrating the resiliency of the human spirit during life's challenges and uncertainties. Bob and Dianne were young and crazy in love, but a third entity - the spectre of cancer - tried to mar their joy. Despite wanting to live and dream about a future much like other young couples, it seemed their path was already paved, and it was nothing close to what they dreamed of. In the face of tragedy, Bob and Dianne were determined to embrace life, be grateful, and fight for the future they wanted together. They had to learn how to find joy amidst turmoil, keep their sense of humour when things were difficult, and support each other through the greatest challenge of their young lives. Time was precious and they weren't going to waste it. Among the losses, trauma, and fear of what was ahead, serendipities of life gave them the strength to keep moving forward. If ever they had to say goodbye, there would be no regrets.
All the Lonely People
'Empathetic, enlightening, deeply human' - Michael Harris, author of Solitude An intimate portrait of loneliness, All the Lonely People sees psychologist Dr Sam Carr collect hours of conversations with the young and old, single parents, carers, teenagers and the bereaved. Their heartfelt stories are shared over countless cups of tea. In stories of love and loss, of trauma and hope, told from care homes, living rooms, classrooms and kitchens, Carr discovers that while each of their stories is utterly unique, they are all born out of the same desire for human connection. As Carr interweaves these touching and powerful tales with his own personal narrative, he opens a window onto the inner lives of regular people - the forgotten, misplaced or misjudged - who all feel isolated in some way. Sparking a profound conversation about a universal emotion, which may simply be an inevitable part of life in an increasingly disjointed world, he questions what we can do to build stronger human relationships, and to be a part of something bigger than ourselves.
The Light House
The Light House: Collection of Motivational StoriesThis book is a modest collection of stories - some lived, some heard, some imagined, and others whispered from the quiet corners of the heart. In the first seven chapters, I attempt to unravel the subtle formulas of life; thereafter, the focus shifts to a thoughtful philosophical lens. These stories invite you to explore life from different perspectives and beyond. The small absurdities they hold are not grand, but rather simple, heartfelt moments where love emerges in its purest form - often unnoticed, yet profoundly real.My hope is that in these pages, you'll begin to see the mathematics of your own life: the constants you rely on, the variables that challenge you, and the quiet moments of symmetry that offer meaning. May these stories inspire you to recognize the beauty in your own journey, love more freely, and embrace the unseen forces that shape your everyday and inspire you to live happily.
You Need People, and People Need You
Build Peaceful, Productive, and Positive Relationships That LastBy Syaviha Mulengya - Author, Speaker, Mentor, and Minister of HopeAre you struggling in your relationships? Searching for peace, purpose, and progress in your personal or professional life?This book is your answer.Whether you're single, married, part of a family, or working in a team, You Need People, and People Need You by Syaviha Mulengya is your essential guide to building strong, lasting connections that bring joy, stability, and success. In a world filled with stress, conflict, and disconnection, this book empowers you to plan for peace, prepare for progress, and create meaningful relationships that transform your life.Inside This Book, You'll Discover: ✅ How to start strong, stay steady, and succeed together ✅ Wisdom and warmth to solve emotional and relational struggles ✅ Tools to save your marriage, strengthen your bond, and shine as a couple ✅ Strategies to support your family, excel in love, and earn trust ✅ A foundation for peace, productivity, prosperity, and purposeWhy This Book Matters: When connections work, you grow. When they break, you hurt. That's why this book is about organizing your heart, decorating your life with love, and collecting the tools you need to heal, connect, and thrive-emotionally, spiritually, and relationally.Through inspiring stories, timeless principles, and actionable steps, Syaviha Mulengya shares practical wisdom and spiritual insight to help you: Communicate with clarity and compassionResolve conflicts with grace and understandingBuild trust that lastsCelebrate differences and grow togetherCreate a legacy of love, peace, and purposeWhether you're navigating friendships, romantic partnerships, family dynamics, or professional teamwork, this book will guide you toward deeper connection and lasting fulfillment.
I Have Your Number
When you understand someone's sensitivities and strengths, you gain the power to reflect back their best selves. And everyone likes that, especially when we forget what our best self even looks like. This book will help you see not only the gifts your partner, friends and family brings into your life, but also the lessons they're learning in this lifetime. It gives you tools to support their growth... or sabotage them spectacularly, because you'll know precisely what their emotional kryptonite is. (Please don't do that.) The most attractive trait anyone can have, whether you're a friend, partner, spouse, teacher, or parent, is the awareness of what lights someone up... and what shuts them down. When you know someone's joy buttons and their sad triggers, and you act with kindness and intention, it changes everything. Understanding the numbers gives you a shortcut to that kind of insight.
Weight of the Ripened
"Poetry dwells in all of us and it's often a matter of cultivation that leads to fruition. It is about finding voice. My experience as an educator has made this my mantra and mission, whether it has been leading breast cancer survivors in a workshop or nurturing reluctant middle schoolers to write a poem. A discovered voice is something I am privileged to see," These poems are poised and self-contained, humming with an internal logic and an external music that soothes and disturbs by turns. They are dense and lush, yet offer the reader uncluttered clarity. Rich with a physicality through which the spirit is revealed, these poems feint from fruits and flowers to family history, including the poet's own in utero, never far from the music of New Orleans street names or the interior puzzles of language. Shades and scents abound, "a sustainable stain of memory," in these wary psalms to the healing properties of the physical world, as well as the uses and misuses of love. -Gina Ferrara"Gina Ferrara's work captures the heart and soul of Louisiana," said First Lady Sharon Landry. "Through her poetry, she celebrates our communities, our stories, and our culture in a way that is both heartfelt and profound. I know her tenure as Poet Laureate will inspire countless Louisianans to discover and embrace their own creative voices."
Lessons Learned By A Patriot Husband and Dad
LTC(R) Chris Woody reflects on many lessons learned during his time in the military. The most important thing he believes is that a Military husband/father must embrace his God given mandates in order to protect both his marriage and career.
How Intelligent Men Find Love Offline
Are you tired of endless swiping, meaningless matches, and the superficial world of online dating? Do you wish you could confidently approach and connect with attractive women in real life? From a former socially anxious man turned successful dating coach, comes a revolutionary guide that will transform your dating life forever. In 'How Intelligent Men Find Love Offline, ' dating expert Eddy Baller shares his remarkable journey from being a shy, insecure young man to becoming a confident dating coach who found true love. Through years of real-world experience and coaching successful clients, Baller has developed a proven system for meeting and attracting women in everyday situations - without relying on dating apps or bars. His approach combines practical techniques for building genuine confidence, mastering social skills, and creating authentic connections that last. Whether you're struggling with approach anxiety, fear of rejection, or simply don't know how to start conversations with women, this book provides the blueprint for transformation. 'How Intelligent Men Find Love Offline' isn't just another dating book - it's your complete guide to transforming from socially anxious to socially confident. Through proven strategies and real-world examples, you'll learn how to create genuine connections and find lasting love in the real world. Grab your copy today and start your journey to authentic, offline dating success!
The Leader in Me
From the multimillion-copy bestselling author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Dr. Stephen R. Covey illustrates how his principles of leadership can be applied to children of all ages--updated and revised for modern students. In today's world, we are inundated with information about who to be, what to do, and how to live. But what if there was a way to learn not just what to think about, but how to think? A program that taught young people how to manage priorities, focus on goals, and be a positive influence in their schools? The Leader in Me is that program. In this bestseller, Stephen R. Covey took the 7 Habits that have already changed the lives of millions of readers and showed that even young children can use them as they develop. These habits are being adapted by schools around the country in leadership programs, most famously at the A.B. Combs Elementary School in Raleigh. Not only do the programs work, but they work better than anyone could have imagined. This book is full of examples of how the students blossom under the program--from the classroom that decided to form a support group for one of their classmates who had behavioral problems to the fourth grader who overcame his fear of public speaking and took his class to see him compete in a national storytelling competition. Perfect for individuals and corporations alike, The Leader in Me shows how easy it is to incorporate these skills into daily life so kids of all ages can be more effective, goal-oriented, and successful.
It Ain't About The Money
Challenges arise at home and in the workplace. If you coach, there are also challenges in the arena, on the court, or on the playing field. These challenges can become valuable learning experiences for everyone involved and can lead to growth for the player, the family, and the coach. It will not be easy, but it is possible to manage all three successfully while navigating life and enjoying the journey along the way. This book is designed to share a few tips and strategies I have learned over my three decades of coaching and marriage. These lessons can help you balance family, work, and coaching while finding fulfillment in all three.
Counselors' Perception of and Experiences with Empathy When Treating Male IPV Victims
This book is an evidence-based data analytical research study, heavily critiqued and approved by Capella University. Historically, intimate partner violence (IPV) is a fundamental global, social, and public problem (Garland et al., 2019; Pichon et al., 2022). The research problem and implications that the book answered were a lack of information and resources (e.g., public policies) about mental health providers' experiences with empathy when working with male IPV victims' experiences (Di Napoli et al., 2019). The research study was significant becauseit showed the gap in understanding mental health service providers' role in empathy experiences of male IPV victims' mental health problems recommended for future scientific research studies (Hamdani et al., 2021).Besides, research findings about male victimization remained uncertain. This study's findings showed/revealed the awareness of female perpetration of physical, sexual, and psychological abuse (Arnocky & Vaillancourt, 2014; Park, 2021). The socio-cultural stigma seems to reinforce and belittle male IPV victims (Dim, 2020; Park, 2021). The findings of this study provide a pivotal catalyst that impels policy legislatures and social system advocacy stakeholders to inform various researchers across the globe of the deleterious effects of IPV experiences and their adverse impact on male victims (Balogun et al., 2015; Dim, 2020).
Silence, Not For Sale
Some stories remain silent for decades.This is one of them.Silence, Not For Sale is the true story of a woman who survived childhood sexual abuse and found the courage, at sixty years old, to finally speak.For most of her life, April believed she was the only victim. When long-buried truths finally emerged, everything she thought she understood about her past was forced into the light.Living a quiet life in Essex, surrounded by her daughters and grandchildren, April had built joy and stability but the past was not finished with her. This memoir traces her journey through memory, discovery, and the painful reckoning that follows when silence is no longer possible.Silence, Not For Sale is not written to shock. It is written to tell the truth and to show that healing can still be possible, even after a lifetime of keeping the peace.This is not an easy story, but it is a necessary one.For survivors, supporters, and anyone who believes that truth spoken at any age can be a path to freedom.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"Heartbreaking, brave, and deeply moving... a powerful testament to survival and the courage it takes to speak the truth."⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️A memoir you should read! I definitely recommend it!
Beyond the Silence - Finding My Voice
At thirteen, she was quiet, shy, and desperate for belonging-an easy target for a man four decades older, cloaked in trust and authority. What began as a "scenic route" home spiralled into years of sexual abuse, carried in silence for thirty years.Beyond the Silence - Finding My Voice is a searingly honest memoir of trauma, survival, and the slow, painful journey towards healing. It reveals the devastating aftermath of abuse-fractured relationships, depression, suicidal thoughts-and the courage required to break decades of silence. When her daughter turned thirteen, memories she had buried resurfaced with unbearable force. With the help of a Victim Engagement Officer, supportive friends and counselling, she found her voice and confronted her abuser through the police.This is more than one survivor's story. It is a message of solidarity and hope: that speaking out, however hard, can begin the journey to freedom.
23 Dates with My Dead Dad
What if death is not an ending, but a doorway to a more profound connection?When Corey McAuliffe's father died, she thought their cherished monthly dates would end forever. But when the number 23 began appearing everywhere-on receipts, clocks, and even trail markers-Corey realized her father was still reaching out. What followed was a journey unlike anything she could have imagined.Through unexpected signs, quiet spiritual practices, and moments of startling synchronicity, Corey discovered a way to keep the conversation going with her dad-whether on nature hikes, winding city streets, or road trips that felt guided by something more than chance. Along the way, she faced the challenges of a pandemic, a PhD defense, and a life-altering diagnosis, each moment further illuminated by her father's presence and wisdom from beyond the veil.From unraveling questions she'd carried for her entire life to finally tracing her family's roots in Ireland, Corey's story is one of self-discovery, wonder, and healing. With warmth, humor, and unflinching honesty, 23 Dates with My Dead Dad invites us to see grief not as a final goodbye, but as an opportunity to love and listen to our departed loved ones in new, unexpected ways.
Worth The Wait
All of us have a need to love and be loved. Many people will spend a lifetime in search for that one person to meet this need and fail several times along the way. We have not been taught the guidelines in how to find the right person. People often settle thinking they can find happiness with someone incompatible.Patti shares her own personal experiences in failed marriages and the loss of her husband on the road that led to finding true love. She furthermore believes it is possible to find your perfect mate and be radiantly in love every day of your life. Patti gives guidelines to use in finding and keeping true love.True love is not measured by the amount of time spent with someone but the quality of time spent. If you are willing to not settle for anything less than your one true love, you will find it is worth the wait.
50 States of Grief
50 States of Grief is a deeply personal and poignant memoir that chronicles a journey of loss, healing, and self-discovery. Vanessa Siemens embarks on an ambitious road trip across all 50 states of the USA following the death of her mother, with whom she shared a love of travel. Initially intended to mark the end of a season of grief, the trip becomes an exploration of mourning, revealing that grief is not a temporary phase but a lifelong companion.Through vivid descriptions of landscapes and encounters, Siemens shares her reflections on navigating loss, the unexpected triggers of grief, and the complex emotions that accompany mourning. From the tulip fields of Washington to the canyons of Utah and the swamps of Louisiana, each state serves as a backdrop for personal revelations and moments of profound connection. The narrative weaves together travelogue with introspective essays, exploring themes of faith, expectations, and the search for meaning in the midst of pain.More than just a travelogue, "50 States of Grief" is an honest and vulnerable account of learning to live with loss, finding beauty in unexpected places, and discovering that grief, while painful, can also enrich life with depth and understanding. This book will resonate with anyone who has experienced loss and is seeking a path toward healing and wholeness.
Never Good Time for Crazy
Never Good Time for Crazy follows the love, loss, and chaos that were written almost daily, infused with the text talk of those in her life-what they had to say about the many situations, from the good times to the bad, and the struggles of getting a loved one with mental illness and drug addiction the help he needs in a system that is tired, overloaded, and doesn't look at the big picture.Something has to change!
