Extraordinary
Often, when someone is thrown into the chaotic world of special needs, mental health, disability and medical diagnosis, they learn to adapt and survive and make something beautiful out of the hand they've been dealt.They don't even realise because their Extraordinary has become their ordinary.This book shines a light on those people, their families, and professionals who work with them who are that bit EXTRA ordinary.If you are facing a different journey than what you'd hoped for, these stories will inspire you, bring hope to your darkest days and possibly even shift your reality about the way you look at "different".Extraordinary shifts the paradigm from the limitations of labels and disabilities to limitless love and possibility.
Finding your Destiny
A guide to working together as a Christian married couple. A guide to teaching the "8 Keys to Breakthrough-Victory in your marriage" course. The booklet describes ways to teach together as well as come into agreement and not get deceived.
Before You Say I Do
Very few decisions have the power to affect your life as much as deciding on the person you choose to spend the rest of your life with.Your choice of schoolYour choice of workThe place you liveNo other decision demands your entire life in exchange. Even when you join the military, once you retire, you are free to return to civil life. But for marriage, it's "...till death do us part..." Once you say "I DO", you are in; but how many people really go into marriage knowing what they are doing when they say "I DO"? How many have they been properly prepared to know the kind of person to say "I DO" to? How many people know the things you need to look out for before saying "I DO"? The purpose of this book is to give you a scriptural guide on what to do before you commit your life to saying "I DO" to anyone. Whether you are single or married, this book will be great help to you and to someone you love.
What I Want You to Know
Coming of age is fraught with meteoric highs and bottomless lows-and that's just for us parents.As an adult, you have a wealth of hard-earned wisdom to pass on to your teens and young adults, but good luck getting past the interruptions and eye rolls of your child-since they already know it all (obviously). What I Want You to Know is a keepsake way for you to give them timeless advice in an ever-changing world. In chapters such as Life Skills, Adulting, Big Emotions, Relationships, and How to be a Whole Person, you can provide your child with practical advice for living away from you, while About Me and About You gives you the chance to talk about your own mistakes and fears-and the hopes you have for the adult they will become.What I Want You to Know is a meaningful gift for parents, grandparents, relatives, and caregivers to give young people on the cusp of adulthood confidence to navigate their present and future when you can't always be there for them in person. Whether for a graduation, other milestones such as a first job or living independently, or even 'just because, ' What I Want You to Know is a little reminder that you are always there for them.
Conversations and Observations
The Conversations and Observations Facilitator Guide provides the reader with instruction on classroom facilitation. There are general and specific tips that helps structure the class so couples can share their relationship experiences. Several instruction techniques can be used to create an interactive approach to increase the couples' involvement. The guide can be personalized by the facilitator to make notes and reading list suggestions.
Superstar Potty Training Book for Boys
Help your toddler discover his potty power Is it time to say goodbye to diapers and start toilet training? Ease the transition with this supportive book designed to familiarize kids 1 to 3 with how boys use the potty and inspire them to become a potty superstar. A trip to the potty--This easy and entertaining book walks kids through potty training step-by-step, from identifying that first tummy rumble to washing hands once they've finished their business.Charming illustrations--The book's vibrant pictures are guaranteed to delight your toddler, keeping him engaged in the story while providing visual clues for the potty-training process.For all families preparing for the potty--This book was written for every type of family and every little boy between 1 and 3 so each tiny reader can see himself in the story.Get ready to ditch the diapers with this encouraging potty training book for boys.
Too Pregnant to Move
Growing a human is hard-kick back with this journal.Welcome to the roller coaster of pregnancy! Sit back and enjoy the ride (despite the nausea) with Too Pregnant to Move, a keep-it-real journal to channel your thoughts and feelings from the first trimester to those first newborn months. Write down the weird and wondrous details, so you can look back on pregnancy fondly-or just guilt trip your kid later.Capture milestone memories with weekly journaling prompts and space to paste in photos and ultrasounds. Decompress with advice on self-care and baby care and laugh-out-loud quotes about the reality of pregnancy and the craziness of new parenthood. Luckily, a pregnant belly makes a good book rest-so you can still get your feelings down on the page even when you're too pregnant to move.Inside this pregnancy journal, you'll find: Useful advice (really)-Learn tips for how to survive-and thrive-each trimester, from making a birth plan to figuring out breastfeeding.Get comfy-This pregnancy journal meets you where you are (the couch) with space to record your musings, questions, and to-do lists.Real talk-Find solidarity in the hilarious and wise words of famous moms like Kristen Bell and Beyonc矇.Tell it like it is for twelve months and beyond with Too Pregnant to Move: A Pregnancy Journal!
The First-Time Mom's Handbook for Raising Toddlers
Questions about raising toddlers? You've come to the right place. Congratulations! Your baby is now a toddler. This is an incredibly exciting time, where kids learn and grow by leaps and bounds. But it also comes with a whole new list of questions and challenges--especially if it's your first child. Are they eating right? Are these tantrums normal? Should they be talking more? This supportive guide is full of clear advice for tackling development, behavior, communication, and more, so you can raise a happy, healthy toddler.What sets this toddler parenting book apart: A friendly Q&A format--Feel like you're talking to a knowledgeable friend with topics presented as conversational questions and answers.Easy organization--Each chapter covers a different aspect of toddler wellness, from potty training to self-esteem, so you can easily flip through the pages to find what you need.Tips for tykes on any timeline--Keep using this book as your little one grows! It's designed for the widest possible range of toddlers--from about 18 months to 5 years old.Find pro tips for parenting toddlers with this ultimate book of frequently asked questions.
Walking Along the Edge
Through his work with people who were struggling with serious illness, Alden Sproull discovered a journey of reflection, insight, and trust. Walking the edge between life and death with those who battled for their lives was exciting, challenging, disturbing, troubling and, ultimately, life-changing. Join him and discover for yourself what it means to walk the edge of life.
Superstar Potty Training Book for Girls
Help your toddler discover her potty power Is it time to say goodbye to diapers and start toilet training? Ease the transition with this supportive book designed to familiarize kids 1 to 3 with how girls use the potty and inspire them to become a potty superstar. A trip to the potty--This easy and entertaining read walks kids through potty training step-by-step, from identifying that first tummy rumble to washing hands once they've finished their business. Charming illustrations--The book's vibrant pictures are guaranteed to delight your toddler, keeping her engaged in the story while providing visual clues for the potty-training process. For all families preparing for the potty--This book was written for every type of family and every little girl between 1 and 3 so each tiny reader can see herself in the story. Get ready to ditch the diapers with this encouraging potty training book for girls.
Parenting Adult Children: 52-Week Devotional
Reflect and pray as your children find their path When your children become adults, navigating your changing relationship with them can leave you feeling unsure of yourself. This devotional encourages you to rely on your faith for guidance and patience. It features a year's worth of weekly devotions to help you work through the challenges and appreciate the good times as your family grows up and evolves.What sets Parenting Adult Children apart from other parenting books: Moments of reflection--Find a variety of passages from Scripture, paired with words of wisdom and simple prayers that provide deep insight in just a few minutes each week.Meaningful guidance--Get advice for keeping a positive mindset about your child's future--whether they've moved back home, become distant, or need some extra support.Reassuring stories--Take comfort in relatable lessons and examples from the Bible, and the author's own experiences parenting adult children. Learn how to parent an adult child with a book of devotions and prayer that reminds you to be encouraging, welcoming, and loving.
5-Minute Mindfulness for Raising Toddlers
Keep calm and parent on Life can be a chaotic adventure when you're raising toddlers, full of hilarious moments--and plenty that make you want to pull out your hair. This guide can help you keep your cool and reduce stress by turning to mindfulness. It's filled with easy 5-minute exercises designed to generate positivity and peace of mind. What sets this apart from other books about parenting toddlers: Stay grounded--Discover how tools like breathwork and visualization can keep you grounded in trying times. Building a sustainable practice--Develop a consistent mindfulness routine and stay motivated with 5-minute exercises you can tackle even on truly hectic days. Empowering exercises--Dive into a range of mindfulness activities perfect for parents, from learning how to meditate on the move to coloring your way to calm with (or without) your child. Adopt a mindfulness practice and start alleviating parenting stress today.
Freckles Finds A Forever Home
Freckles Finds A Home is about a little rabbit that wants a real family and home.She wants to leave the Bunny Farm and find a forever home.A family, the Servello's, want a real bunny to join their family. Daughter Kelli found an adorablerabbit at the Bunny Farm. She took the little miniature rabbit to her parent's home to meet them.It was love at first sight! She had some patches of brown mixed into her fur that looked like bunnyfreckles. She was promptly named Freckles.She has so many adventures in her new home that it is hard to keep up with her. We know you willlove reading all about them all!
Sex Education for Girls: A Parent's Guide
Discover sex-positive guidance for teaching your tween or teen daughter what she needs to knowAs your daughter enters puberty, she's going to have a lot of questions that she'll need your help to answer. Filled with understanding and uplifting guidance, this book helps you recognize what your daughter is experiencing and have open conversations about everything from gender identity and sexuality to consent and safer sex.What sets this book on sex education for kids apart: A sex-positive approach--Get direct guidance for tackling questions in ways that encourage your daughter to form a healthy attitude toward sex and sexual health.Advice for key conversations--Learn how to open lines of communication with your daughter on subjects like periods, dating, social media, and body image. Frequently asked questions--Discover answers to some of the most common questions parents have when teaching their daughters about sex and sexual health.Make sure you're both ready for The Talk with Sex Education for Girls: A Parent's Guide.
Parenting Teen Boys
Raise a resilient son with positive parenting Teen boys face a lot of unique struggles, especially these days, and figuring out how to guide them can sometimes be challenging. Enter Parenting Teen Boys. This book includes advice based on positive parenting principles that will help you support and connect with your son during this important time in your lives. What sets this book on parenting teens apart from other teen boy books: Become a positive parent--Learn how to communicate with your son and help him explore his strengths as you reframe challenges into opportunities for growth and acceptance. Learn all about teen boys--Read up on the history of teen boys and take a look at the unique challenges they face today so you can understand what your son is going through. Be an "emotion coach"--Learn how to handle social or behavioral issues by truly understanding their root causes and helping your son navigate his feelings. Discover how to parent in a way that nourishes the relationship between you and your son with this book for teen boys.
Just Us Guys
Fathers and sons: Write together, share together, grow together It only takes a few words for you and your teen son to connect in a meaningful way. Just Us Guys is a dad journal meant to be shared with your son, helping the two of you build a stronger bond through better communication and deeper understanding.Grow closer with a year's worth of journaling prompts that will help each of you relate your thoughts and feelings in a safe, secure space--just for the two of you. This dad-and-son journal will form the foundation for a wonderful relationship that will last a lifetime.What sets this dad-and-me journal apart: A year of writing togetherーCapture a whole year of your lives, including space to share where you are at the start of the year, as well as reflect on where you end it.Conversation startersーEncourage communication with exercises that have you responding directly to each other--and take advantage of free writing space to continue your conversation.It's fun, deep, and everything in-betweenーFrom sharing hopes and dreams to discussing your day, you'll learn all about each other's lives with prompts perfect for adults, teens, and preteens.Create a deeper and more fulfilling father-son bond that you'll always cherish with Just Us Guys.
Parenting Teen Girls
Raise a resilient daughter with positive parenting Parenting a teen girl can keep you on your toes. Girls face a lot of unique struggles, especially these days, and figuring out how to guide them can sometimes be challenging. Enter Parenting Teen Girls. This book includes advice based on positive parenting principles that will help you support and connect with your daughter during this important time in your lives. What sets this book on parenting teens apart from other parenting books: Become a positive parent--Learn how to communicate with your daughter, let go of control, and reframe challenges into opportunities for growth and acceptance. Learn all about teen girls--Read up on the history of teen girls, and take a look at the challenges teen girls face today so you can understand what your daughter is going through. Be an "emotion coach"--Learn how to handle social or behavioral issues by truly understanding their root causes and helping your daughter navigate her feelings. Learn how to parent in a way that nourishes the relationship between you and your daughter with this book on raising teenage girls.
My Fight With Hospice
I wrote this book because I was dismayed by problems in medical care. This is an eyewitness account. If someone puts these institutions on trial, this is a testimony. Send your story and a copy of this book to your healthcare providers, hospice, and government representatives.A story of devotion, family, struggle, and resolution. This is a short, easy-to-read story of life and death, family and community, health and medicine, and systemic, societal problems. This is a cautionary tale. If you would ask my sisters, and many others, they would say Hospice was wonderful. People want to believe what the professionals are doing is the right thing to do. I saw things differently. May this book keep your eyes open.
Baby, You're Here!
The effortless baby memory book for the busiest parents.A baby's first year is exciting-and exhausting! With this beautiful baby memory book, you can create a special memento by writing just one line about baby's life every day. Baby, You're Here! makes it simple for any parent to record the small moments-along with big hopes and dreams that will grow with your little one.Customizable dates and blank sections let you easily write down the highlights of your baby's day. Fun weekly prompts help you capture each moment, so your child can read and relive them when they're older. Fill in growth charts, immunization records, and your baby's favorite (and least favorite!) foods in this baby memory book for easy reference.This baby memory book includes: For every family-Any parent and any family can create a unique, lasting keepsake full of personal details from baby's first year.No pressure-No need to build an elaborate baby memory book-you can write one sentence (or one word!) a day.A year of firsts-Celebrate milestones with customizable sections for baby's "first times," holidays, and other special occasions.Baby, You're Here! is a baby memory book to enjoy throughout your first year together-and beyond.
Modern Attachment Parenting
An updated guide to the renowned parenting philosophyAttachment parenting is the beloved, yet often misunderstood, philosophy of ensuring your children grow up with their needs completely fulfilled. Modern Attachment Parenting gives you all the information you need to choose your own AP adventure.Modern Attachment Parenting doesn't overload you with parenting rules, but rather empowers you with information. It is an evolution of the science, free of any guilt, misgivings, or judgment on your formal parental role, and an open philosophy of finding the version right for you-an a la carte buffet of AP.This standout among attachment parenting books includes: The baby b's-Meet your baby's core needs with these seven tools including birth bonding, breastfeeding, and balance.Not just for couples-No matter what your family structure looks like, single, married, working, or co-parenting, the methods and philosophies of attachment parenting work equally great.Myth vs reality-Don't be fooled by common misconceptions about AP-learn about the positive realities of raising a child with this philosophy.Modern Attachment Parenting is everything an AP book should be. Give your child the love and support they deserve by using the techniques outlined in this fine text.
A Homeless Man Returns to Society
Within a year of meeting, Donte and Ebony were married and expecting. In their time black people are harassed, criticized, and humiliated with no consequences. Donte and Ebony evaded this torture as much as possible. A mistaken identity became the cause of Donte's demise. Samuel was born years before the incident. Donte, Ebony, and Samuel spent quality time together. Ebony tried her best to get answers from the police but they were uncooperative. After exhausting all efforts, Samuel and Ebony just went on with their lives. In high school Samuel became interested in law. He pursued becoming an attorney. When he passed the bar exam, his main goal was to look into his father's death no matter how much time had passed. Brian Warren was born in Philadelphia, Pa. He is a veteran, husband, and father. His hobbies are golf, writing, riding motorcycles and writing. He enjoys watching movies and traveling. He likes to write about mysteries, drama, and non-fiction. Brian lives in Texas with his family.
Welcome Baby Girl
This Welcome Baby Girl is the perfect way to capture the memories of your shower!Featuring a charming and modern design, this 8.5 x 8.5 inches book is the perfect size for your baby shower. With 100 pages of high-quality paper, it provides ample space for your guests to share their thoughts, congratulations, and best wishes for you and your baby.Welcome Baby Girl is not just a simple guest book, it is a personalized keepsake that you will treasure for years to come. You can customize the book with your baby's name and inside you'll find a thoughtful and well-designed layout that provides space for your guests to write their names, and messages, and even include special advice for the parents-to-be.It's easy to use elegant, and will create a lasting memory of your special day.Each page contains: Name and Relationships to Parents, the Day, Date of Birthday, Advice for Parents, Wishes for the Baby, and Resemblance.Plus pages with pretty frames for keepsakes, pictures and use as you wish to preserve the memories.Make your baby shower an event to remember and keep the beautiful memories in this wonderful book!
Parenting with Grace
Parenting can be challenging, especially in this day and age where Godly principles and standards have diminished in society. Children often see examples of people void of Godly character and integrity.Raising children can cause Christian parents to feel overwhelmed with trying to protect and teach their children Godly principles and have them question if they know what they are doing. At times, they are left feeling stressed, frustrated, and defeated.Despite these emotions, there's a "sweet spot" in parenting that one can achieve when they tap into God's "parenting grace."This is a place where they are at peace and confident that they will be able to defeat what tries to come against their children and their family. This comes when parents download wisdom from the Holy Spirit about parenting instead of merely relying on their intellect and abilities.This book is for parents who are exhausted with parenting in their strength and want to tap into the grace of God. Through practical examples and sound biblical strategies that have been developed after several years of working with parents, the author will highlight parenting mishaps and how to correct them.Thought-provoking questions and real-life examples will have parents thinking about parenting habits and paradigms that may need to shift. This book will leave parents feeling encouraged and empowered in their parenting journey and show them how to transition from the downward cycle of frustration, stress, and worry.
The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys
Are you raising a boy with ADHD who struggles to focus, follow rules, or regulate their emotions?When disciplining them, do you often feel like you are talking to a brick wall, and no amount of yelling or pleading seems to change their behaviors?The truth is that these symptoms are equally as frustrating for your child. What you often see as acting up is usually a cry for help. But since they haven't learned the proper self-regulation skills, they cannot respond to their needs in proactive ways.Every child desires to learn socially acceptable behaviors, so they can have more positive interactions with others. However, due to impairments to vital areas of your child's brain, they get a slower start in life.But a slow start does not disqualify them from the race!Hyperactivity and impulsivity can be disruptive when you don't have a strategy for channeling your child's enormous energy. What you need is a comprehensive guide filled with ADHD-friendly activities, stress management techniques, and positive parenting skills to decrease power struggles and improve cooperation.The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys is the parenting cheat code you have been searching for!Inside the book, you will find practical solutions geared toward boys aged 3-17. The chapters explore common challenges experienced as a result of living with ADHD and provide targeted strategies such as: ● identifying sensory triggers for oversensitive boys or determining the right amount of stimulation for sensory-seeking boys● finding suitable self-soothing techniques that help your child deescalate strong urges and cope with big emotions● developing social awareness by improving your child's social skills through effective communication and showing empathyBut that's not all. The final chapter includes a range of age-appropriate exercises to help your child practice some of the new skills you will introduce them to, such as how to create healthy habits, make wise decisions, or communicate their feelings using the DESO script.Parenting is a journey that can feel deeply rewarding when you and your child get on the same page. The good news is that your child's learning and behavioral challenges no longer need to get in the way of building a strong relationship with them.Purchase a copy of The ADHD Parenting Guide for Boys today and get inspired to parent differently!
Adoption and Disruption
First Published in 2017. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an Informa company.
Sleepy Eye Dreams
Along the valley of the Cottonwood River in the early 20th century, a young boy depends on his imagination and resilience to make his way in a world of challenge and loss. A spirit of discovery, friendships and family love provide him with tools he needs to face good times and hard times. His story brings both laughter and tears - perhaps at the same time.
How to Raise a Child
They say that raising a child is difficult. If you ask us, you have to be more specific. First, raising a baby and a child are two completely different things. From the moment your baby is born to when they reach an age they can follow what you are saying, the journey is not that difficult. The road that comes after that is treacherous... filled with temper tantrums and unreasonable requests. Not to mention the imaginary friends and the blanket or stuffed toy they are not ready to let go of.Babies coming out of their toddler age should experience different emotions as they help them develop their inner tools, which they can use throughout life. You don't need to be a child psychologist or an expert to raise a kid. All that's required from you and your spouse is flexibility and patience.When a baby reaches the school-going age, most parents pay attention to their extra curricular activities and grades instead of focusing on their progress. They keep a tight schedule by making sure that the child goes to school, has lunch, and gets ready for the soccer practice or ballet lesson to get there on time.Where did teaching them good behavior and helping them develop better habits go? Don't you think those are necessary for raising a child so that they turn out to be a good person?We often forget the importance of character traits such as empathy, generosity, and kindness. The most significant character trait of all is integrity. It shows parents how their child will act when no one is looking.There's no formula to raising a child. However, the way parents interact with their offspring is what determines how the child will grow up to be.To help you go through the steps of raising a child, we have made this eBook that will help you how parents can teach their children good behavior.
Mom's Whole Heart
Are you a Boy Mom that wants to create genuine moments with your son? Finally, a journal for moms and their sons to enjoy together! Mom's Whole Heart: an interactive journal to deepen the connection between Boy Moms and their Teen Sons. This journal includes guided questions, fun activities and lots of free space for your thoughts. If you are a mom, bonus mom, godmother, aunt, grandmother, or mother figure to a teenage son this is the perfect tool to spark dialogue. This mom-son journal can support a relationship that is strong or one that needs a little more TLC. Throughout the journal, Mom and Son can explore their thoughts and feelings about identity, relationships, self-esteem, finances, personal development and wellness. This journal celebrates the dynamic relationship between mothers and their sons and normalizes the ups and downs of the relationship. Quality time is a gift- use this journal to learn more about each other and take the first steps to redefine and renew the relationship. ★6x9 size★Colorful, bright interior★Over 70 pages of guided questions, activities and space to free- write.★Great engagement tool for mothers and their sons.★Spark discussions about identity, relationships, self-esteem, finances, personal development and wellness.
Locker Room Talk
Locker Room Talk is a playful yet serious look at the potential for how men can speak and relate with one another in kindness and support coming from a culture of often toxic competitiveness. It's about healing toxic masculinity, restoring the divine masculine and ultimately a picture of how men can better relate in benevolence and brotherhood.
My Mother - A Broken Bond
It is 1952, and Krystyna is born amidst the smothering Great Smog of London. Two weeks later, she is abandoned. When she is whisked away to the remote North Devon coast and adopted, Krystyna begins a new life, blissfully unaware of the circumstances of her birth and abandonment. But when she makes a discovery about her origins, the uncovered secret threatens to undermine her fragile relationship with her adoptive mother, and goes on to trouble her throughout her bittersweet life. Many years and two divorces later, a DNA test result provides a clue that will send Krystyna on a journey to find out who she really is. But where will it lead?
Sensory Parenting for Sensory Children
When your child dysregulates, half the battle is managing your own response. In the moment, you're at the mercy of many competing feelings: embarrassment, fear, panic, exhaustion. Being able to recognise your own triggers and behaviours in order to stay calm and provide the best support to your child, is not a skill that comes easily. Helping parents and carers to reflect on themselves, think about how they manage sensory meltdowns and give them some simple ideas on how to manage their own emotions in order to help their child, this is a short and simple guide for those that parent or care for a child with sensory needs, or a sensory processing disorder (SPD). Drawing on Porges' polyvagal theory, and using easy-to-follow animal analogies, this will empower parents to build empathy for their child, and themselves.
Punjabi-Sikh Baby Book
This colourful memory baby book contains all the pages common to Canadian baby books and several special pages that weave in elements of Sikhism and Punjabi culture. It is written all in English, but some pages also include Punjabi text to help connect our children to our roots, as our family trees flourish.
Punjabi-Sikh Baby Book
This colourful memory baby book contains all the pages common to Canadian baby books and several special pages that weave in elements of Sikhism and Punjabi culture. It is written all in English, but some pages also include Punjabi text to help connect our children to our roots, as our family trees flourish.
My Last Days
A life of burnt bridges and bad decisions.A terminal diagnosis.Sometimes, the end of one journey inspires the beginning of another.I am going to die.No matter how many times Andy Costello rolled those words around his mouth, the bitter aftertaste of regret lingered on. For his life had not been a journey of happiness, growth and friendship, but of selfishness, thoughtlessness, and worst of all - loneliness.But on that fated afternoon, high up in a Massachusetts hospital when his terminal diagnosis is declared, Andy's life does not hit a dead end but an intersection. A crossroad of choices; either be absorbed by self-pity, or make the most of the time he has left. Determined to make amends for his past indiscretions, Andy's journey of repentance and rediscovery invites old faces he thought he'd never see again, as well as new ones from the most unexpected places.For it's not how you die that matters, but how you've lived.My Last Days is the highly anticipated follow up to 2014's ground breaking drama, A Sour Chord, by the incredibly talented M. Jandreau, an exciting new voice in contemporary fiction. If you like powerful drama, compelling prose, and relatable characters, then you'll love this dazzling, introspective journey into the raw depths of acceptance, forgiveness, and unconditional love.What are you waiting for? Buy today and delve into this contemporary fiction masterpiece!My Last Days tackles hard hitting life issues - Make sure you bring tissues!
Stolen Moments
Stolen Moments is a story about a family learning and coping with someone who has Multiple Sclerosis, a crippling disease with no cure.Antonio and Natalie Amante found each other, married, and made big plans for their future together. The first six years of their life were wonderful. They enjoyed doing so many activities, such as skiing, golfing, boating, and traveling. Then a shocking diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis of Antonio changed their plans for the future. He was 30 years old at the time, in the prime of his life. They had to alter their plans and look at their future differently.With hope, love, and support they were able to make the necessary changes to live a good life, navigating all the ups and downs. It was not easy, but they learned to be grateful for each day and live moment by moment.
The Search for Solace
The Search For Solace, takes you on a journey that brings to you a taste of the sweet and sour of teenage, the varying experiences that this golden phase of life has to offer. It's an attempt to bring forward the truths, plights and delights that teen years bring up, and the vital lessons of life these times bless a soul with.
The Pier
Timothy James Bottoms has written a love letter to Santa Barbara. While he may be best known for his award-winning performances in front of the camera, do not be mislead into thinking, for even a moment, that he is a lightweight as a writer. Mr. Bottoms deft hand has spun a lovely coming of age story that will hold you spellbound. His sense of place, as well as the descriptions of sound, the visuals and the narrative, will carry you along on the journey of a little boy, as he grows into a big boy over just one day. The Pier is so well done, that I could hear the sounds of the gulls fighting over bait, smell the salt filled fog that surrounded the pier, all while feeling the same trepidation I felt the first time I journeyed out alone. The Pier is a marvelous yarn, that will take you back to your own special days of growing up in a perfect place. It is the best Sunday read I have found in a very long time.
Wear Clean Underwear
Now that you're a parent, wearing clean underwear in case you are in an accident, is not enough. There are critical legal planning steps you need to take. Do you have a sure-to-work plan to make sure your children would stay in the care of people you know and trust, from the first critical hours through the rest of their childhood?Presented in an easy-to-read "choose your own adventure" story format, Wear Clean Underwear walks you through the legal process that triggers when a child loses a parent, and shows you exactly how to do the right thing for the people you love most. The right plan protects your kids from the very first moment. The wrong plan-or no plan at all-can send your kids into the care of strangers while your loved ones battle a broken legal system and your assets get locked up in court.Showing you in simple terms how to avoid delays, court, and even unnecessary taxes, Wear Clean Underwear helps you share your values, love, and support with your children-no matter what life may bring.
Baby Safety Advice Book
This book is full of baby safety advice that can be a lifesaver to parents. From how to prepare your home to prevent accidents, to safety when out and about, this book has everything you need to know.Read how to prevent infant injuries and how to help children develop physical, social and emotional skills in this first-of-its kind book. The advice provided by pediatrics experts can help parents and caregivers keep babies safe in their homes and encourage healthy development.
The Ultimate Guide to Hope and Healing in a Crap-Filled World
Has anything crappy ever happened to you or a loved one? Have you felt crappy or had crappy thoughts? Then this is the book for you! Enjoy reading "Crap Happens Philosophy -the Ultimate Guide to Hope and Healing in a Crap-Filled World" with over 500 people quoted. Mr. Rogers said, "anything that's human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable." Dr. Dan Siegel said, "Name it to tame it." I hope this book helps many find the words to name their crap to face it, deal with it, heal from it and help prevent it. This book is a suicide prevention outreach. First Reviews: "This book can help many people to learn how to deal with hard things in their lives. The concepts shared help the reader to gain insight about how to become emotionally healthy instead of suppressing emotions or compensating for suffering in unhealthy ways. Ultimately the goal is to prevent suicide and deaths of despair." - Mary Ellen Bem "This is more than a book about mental health. It's a daily devotional for those whom nothing else has worked. They can pick it up and find something new to inspire themselves each and every time." - Graham Dodge, author of "The Entrepreneur's Dance" Version Updated 2.18.2023. The idea of Crap Happens Philosophy started in 1998 and the first printed version in 2014.
Let Me Into Preschool
The Comfort Legacies With Fay Michelle and Grandma Cleo is a collection of short stories for children and families. The stories began when Fay Michelle shared stories of her being four-years-old with her grandson who was four-years old. Fay Michelle's grandson was so taken with the stories that he wanted to hear the stories over and over again. Fay Michelle decided to write the stories down for MJ who happens to be a great little reader at his age. Fay Michelle decided to publish the stories in an effort to create a memorable legacy for all of her grandchildren. The first story to be published is called, "Got To Have That Green Banana." The moral to the story is that, "one can tell a banana by it's color." The next story published in the series is called, Singing For Prunes: Jesus Sweeter Than Candy. Fay Michelle is left asking questions about the songs that she learned from an endearing old lady, who lived across the street from her home. She would discover the the songs would have the answers to all of her questions. The stories in the series can be read out of order. However, there will be an ending story which will tug at the audiences emotions. The book will not be published until all of the other booked have been published and promoted. Everyone shall have the opportunity to get to know both Fay Michelle and her Grandma Cleo in personal way before the series ends. Fay Michelle and her Grandma Cleo shared special moments together and were extremely close to one another. Their relationship was not only a kinship, but a friendship. They would cook, sew, talk, and enjoy one another as though they were best friends. MJ and Fay Michelle share a similar relationship as Grandma Cleo and Fay Michelle shared. Therefore, MJ is very much apart of the storytelling. He lends his voice by making contributions to the stories at the beginning and at the end of the stories. Sometimes he reminds Grandma Fay Michelle of mistakes made as a child and as an adult. He proofs illustrations and gives his thoughts. He chooses the titles of some of the books and gives many suggestions and commentary. He is a great little promoter of the books. When he finds himself on a Zoom, he is happy to share the books. COVID19 has made it very difficult to be around loved ones. However, MJ makes all the effort to share his love with everyone that he is able to communicate with. Please leave suggestions or comments about the books. Your love and support is humbly and greatly appreciated and anticipated. Keep yourselves safe and best wishes to you all. Big, Big, Hugs. Fay Michelle and MJ.
Fathers True
When the author's son John suggested he write a book about fatherhood, he thought, with all the books on fatherhood, who needs another? He concluded, "Perhaps I do." While the book is indeed about fatherhood and fathers, it also tells of other fitting paternal exemplars - father figures - who may not have had children of their own but nonetheless have or had the right stuff as men and mentors. A central tenet herein is that good strong fathers are essential to the character building and moral fiber of our young and the very fabric and future of our currently downward-spiraling society. One reviewer writes, "...the testimonials describing the influence for good one person can have over another, be he parent, son, friend, teacher, comrade, barber, sports coach, or even our children are remarkable. The vignettes sometimes evoke amusement, sometimes tears, but lift the spirit and stay in the memory."
Raise Em' Up!
Do you ever worry about your children? Do you wonder if you have raised them right? Do you wonder if they will make the right choices when they grow up? Did we teach them all that they need to know? We have taught them right from wrong. We have taught them how to do their best. We have taught them how to stand out. We have taught them to be themselves, to be different, to be unique. But, in just a few short years, the words of different, themselves, and unique will have a new meaning. The police will soon call them suspicious. It doesn't matter if they are up to mischief or not, sooner or later, most of our children will have an encounter with the police. When they do, will they know what to do? Please join us, as we teach our children to keep calm and RAISE EM' UP!
Fathers True
When the author's son John suggested he write a book about fatherhood, he thought, with all the books on fatherhood, who needs another? He concluded, "Perhaps I do." While the book is indeed about fatherhood and fathers, it also tells of other fitting paternal exemplars - father figures - who may not have had children of their own but nonetheless have or had the right stuff as men and mentors. A central tenet herein is that good strong fathers are essential to the character building and moral fiber of our young and the very fabric and future of our currently downward-spiraling society. One reviewer writes, "...the testimonials describing the influence for good one person can have over another, be he parent, son, friend, teacher, comrade, barber, sports coach, or even our children are remarkable. The vignettes sometimes evoke amusement, sometimes tears, but lift the spirit and stay in the memory."
Stuck in the Onesies
If you've ever played the game of jacks, you know that if you get "stuck in the onesies" you're forever trying to catch up. Stuck in the Onesies will give your spirit a lift, your face a good laugh, and your history-buff side a tap on the shoulder. Two housewives, Barb and Ellie, are raising kids in the tumultuous 60's in the D.C. suburbs and their antics make Lucy and Ethel look tame. Their husbands, Jake and Will, are also as close as brothers and the friendship becomes more like famiy than friends. It's the story of their close relationships, and how they evolve along with the times without the bra-burning activities that swirl around them. However, Stuck in the Onesies is more than just a story of two families. The issues of the 60's are intertwined, racism, women's rights, the Viet Nam war, just to name a few. When one is writing about racism and then comes realize that the people you loved the most were on the wrong side of the debate, it can make for hard decisions in the writing process. Southern roots ran deep and in the '60's. Those roots were dug up and exposed and this story shows some of its evolution through its characters as well as the events of the decade. Stuck in the Onesies will help you to understand the struggles on both sides and how as a society, we tried to bring equality to everyone. Sometimes we succeeded, and sometimes not.
Our Family Our Legacy
A family is an important unit in our life. In building this institution, marriage becomes a susceptible foundation that holds the family together. This comes with rights and responsibilities that we often neglect and take for granted.In Our Family Our Legacy, Dr Yasir Qadhi analyses the topic of a family institution by dissecting it into two dichotomous parts, which are spouses and children. In today's world where family and marriage institutions are becoming less and less favourable, the author highlights the significance of keeping them steady, by suggesting tips and ways in understanding your spouses and children, as a way to make them understand you as well. He also reiterates the rights and responsibilities that we all should take note of and adhere to for a sakinah, mawaddah and raḥmah marriage in which children will bloom.
Escape
Diving into a new world of characters and experiences, Escape thrusts the readers into a journey marked with shocking surprise, shattering defeat and unconditional acceptance. The biggest obstacles in life are the ones we never see coming and the ones we cannot escape from. Tara Porter is an astute seventeen-year-old girl who is concerned with the simple things in life: school, her best friend Bella and her high school crush, Joel. Stepping out of her comfort zone and on the cusp of having everything she's ever dreamed about with Joel, her life is suddenly turned upside down with no warning. Forced to leave everything - and everyone - that she's ever cared about, Tara is faced with the reality of having no control over her situation. She is determined to return to those that were ripped away from her and nothing will stop her. A chance meeting with bubbly blonde Jessica and her magnetic step-brother Scott throws Tara into a different kind of tailspin. Soon Tara realizes that destiny has other plans for her and that her own assured plan to escape may not be what she wanted after all.
