Download or read book Stupid Things I Won t Do When I Get Old written by Steven Petrow and published by Citadel. This book was released on 2021-06-29 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For fans of David Sedaris and Nora Ephron, a humorous, irreverent, and poignant look at the gifts, stereotypes, and inevitable challenges of aging, based on award-winning journalist Steven Petrow's wildly popular New York Times essay, "Things I'll Do Differently When I Get Old." Soon after his 50th birthday, Petrow began assembling a list of “things I won’t do when I get old”—mostly a catalog of all the things he thought his then 70-something year old parents were doing wrong. That list, which included “You won’t have to shout at me that I’m deaf,” and “I won’t blame the family dog for my incontinence,” became the basis of this rousing collection of do’s and don’ts, wills and won’ts that is equal parts hilarious, honest, and practical. The fact is, we don’t want to age the way previous generations did. “Old people” hoard. They bore relatives—and strangers alike—with tales of their aches and pains. They insist on driving long after they’ve become a danger to others (and themselves). They eat dinner at 4pm. They swear they don’t need a cane or walker (and guess what happens next). They never, ever apologize. But there is another way... In Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old, Petrow candidly addresses the fears, frustrations, and stereotypes that accompany aging. He offers a blueprint for the new old age, and an understanding that aging and illness are not the same. As he writes, “I meant the list to serve as a pointed reminder—to me—to make different choices when I eventually cross the threshold to ‘old.’” Getting older is a privilege. This essential guide reveals how to do it with grace, wisdom, humor, and hope. And without hoarding. Praise for Stupid Things I Won't Do When I Get Old: “Unbelievably witty and relatable, I alternated bursting into laughter and placing my hand over my face in horror thinking, Oh my God, is that me? I often say, at this age we have something young people can never have…wisdom. My dear friend, Steven Petrow, has wisdom to share in this honest, funny, wry guide to keep us young at heart, without desperately hanging onto our youth. I am buying this book for all of my friends!” —Suzanne Somers, New York Times bestselling author of A New Way to Age “Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old is an irreverent, funny, honest look at aging and all the things we take for granted as normal parts of aging. They don’t need to be. If you struggle with getting older and want to find a fresh perspective on lessons learned about what NOT to do as we age, and what TO do to stay young in heart, spirit, mind and body, read this book.” —Mark Hyman, MD, #1 New York Times bestseller author of The Blood Sugar Solution 10-Day Detox Diet, and Head of Strategy and Innovation at the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine. “Steven Petrow resolved to do things differently than his parents had when he gets old because he wished they’d been able to enjoy life more. His solution? He created a list! In this book, he shares the secrets to living a full life regardless of our age. It's all about the decisions we make every day. My advice in a nutshell: Read this book and keep it handy.” —“Dear Abby” (Jeanne Phillips), nationally syndicated advice columnist “It’s never too early to imagine what your life will look like as you age. And as I once wrote, ‘We are not hostages to our fate.’ Petrow’s book will help you plan, think, and redefine what it means to get older—and even laugh while doing it.” —Andrew Weil, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Spontaneous Healing and Healthy Aging: A Lifelong Guide to Your Well-Being “Steven Petrow not only has a great attitude about life, he is wise about how to live it. Like me, he says we should embrace our one life 100% and not let a number—our age—get in the way of anything! Steven’s book will help you rethink the word “aging” and approach this next chapter with a positive and proactive attitude. Plus, this book is fun!” —Denise Austin, renowned fitness expert, author, and columnist “Steven’s writing feels like sitting with a friend—one who is unusually gracious, warm and frank.” —Carolyn Hax, author of the nationally syndicated advice column, Carolyn Hax Praise for Steven Petrow: "Steven Petrow's Complete Gay & Lesbian Manners helps gays and straights navigate the subtleties of the same-sex world." —People "Move over, Emily Post! When it comes to etiquette for members of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community—as well as their straight friends, family members and coworkers--author and journalist Steven Petrow is the authority." —TIME "What could've easily become a novelty book has emerged as an exhaustively researched, essential resource thanks to advice columnist and etiquette expert Steven Petrow." —The Advocate "From having kids to planning funerals, Steven Petrow's Complete Gay & Lesbian Manners has most facets of gay life covered. Ms. Post would approve." —Entertainment Weekly "An indispensable refresher course...on what's proper in modern...life." —Kirkus Reviews

Download or read book Don t Follow Me I Do Stupid Thing written by Dryer Design and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-26 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our notebook collection makes the perfect Christmas gift birthday gift or anytime gift for all ages. - Perfect for note-taking, making lists, writing song lyrics, Dream Journaling or just writing your life story. - High-quality -- Matte cover for a professional finish - Perfect size at 6"x9" - Perfect Size for a notebook - Pen friendly and pencil friendly - Perfect bound paperback with blank/lined pages - 110 Pages Blank/Lined Composition Notebook.

Download or read book Growgirl written by Heather Donahue and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-12-31 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wry and entertaining memoir about growing up, growing pot, and life after your career goes up in smoke At age thirty-four, Heather Donahue’s life went to pot. Literally. After starring in The Blair Witch Project—the tiny indie film–turned-blockbuster that Roger Ebert named one of the ten Most Influential Movies of the Century—she became a household name. But the afterglow of the movie faded, her acting career stalled. Determined to start a new life, she left most remnants of the old one in the desert, meditated on things for a few days, then followed her brand-new boyfriend to her brand-new life—growing pot. Growgirl is Heather’s year living on a pot farm in Nuggettown, California, among “The Community”—a collection of growers, their “pot wives,” and the reason for it all: “The Girls.” They help one another build grow rooms, tend to their crops, and provide a glimpse into this rarely seen world. Though her relationship hits rocky territory, Heather’s new life brings unexpected solace, and she’s surprised to finally find normalcy in the least likely of places.

Download or read book Don t Follow Me I Do Stupid Things written by Dryer Design and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-12-23 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our notebook collection makes the perfect Christmas gift birthday gift or anytime gift for all ages. - Perfect for note-taking, making lists, writing song lyrics, Dream Journaling or just writing your life story. - High-quality -- Matte cover for a professional finish - Perfect size at 6"x9" - Perfect Size for a notebook - Pen friendly and pencil friendly - Perfect bound paperback with blank/lined pages - 110 Pages Blank/Lined Composition Notebook.

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Download or read book Legacy written by Alexandra Wood and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Residing in Hawaii, a short-tempered, University professor lives a double life. Though masquerading as a school teacher, her real passion lies in the field, fighting creatures who scour the earth in search of blood. She now embarks on a journey. She will face a cocky vampire with a strange connection to her deceased mother, a sister who thinks the world is out to get her, a new partner with a sordid history, and a man from a past she can't remember. Not to mention the scores of shapeshifters, werewolves, and vampires alike who are bent on her complete and immediate destruction. While facing love and loss, she will come within inches of her death.

Download or read book Don t Follow Me Do Stupid Things written by Dryer Design and published by . This book was released on 2019-12-26 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our notebook collection makes the perfect Christmas gift birthday gift or anytime gift for all ages. - Perfect for note-taking, making lists, writing song lyrics, Dream Journaling or just writing your life story. - High-quality -- Matte cover for a professional finish - Perfect size at 6"x9" - Perfect Size for a notebook - Pen friendly and pencil friendly - Perfect bound paperback with blank/lined pages - 110 Pages Blank/Lined Composition Notebook.

Download or read book Syndrome written by Eva Truesdale and published by Yellowdoor Publishing. This book was released on 2018-02-08 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Missing Girl For months, there's been no sign of Alex's sister, who she fought so desperately to rescue. She's disappeared without a trace. A Series of Warnings A werewolf is stalking Alex's once sleepy southern town. People are dying, and Alex thinks she knows the reason: her refusal to give in to Valkos. The growing bodycount is a warning. He is trying to break her, and now neighboring packs--once allies-- are convinced that she is a risk that needs to be eliminated before she's broken. An Unexpected Visitor Just when things between Alex and Kael are starting to make sense amongst all the chaos around them, a dark part of Kael's past returns in the most unexpected of places, and threatens to turn them upside down all over again. An Impossible Betrayal Alex thought she finally knew who she could trust. She was wrong. And her mistake may mean war.

Download or read book The Greatest Works of E Nesbit 220 Titles in One Illustrated Edition written by Edith Nesbit and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-26 with total page 4350 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Greatest Works of E. Nesbit (220+ Titles in One Illustrated Edition)', readers are presented with a comprehensive collection of stories that showcase Nesbit's talent for blending fantasy with reality. Known for her captivating storytelling and incorporation of magical elements in everyday settings, Nesbit's work has been influential in the development of children's literature. This edition includes well-loved classics such as 'Five Children and It', 'The Enchanted Castle', and 'The Railway Children', all adorned with vibrant illustrations that bring her imaginative world to life. Nesbit's ability to engage both children and adults through her enchanting narratives is evident throughout this extensive collection. Edith Nesbit, a prolific author and poet, drew inspiration from her own experiences as a mother and her deep connection to the English countryside. Her keen observation of children's behavior and emotions is reflected in her characters, making her stories relatable and endearing to readers of all ages. Nesbit's unique storytelling style has solidified her reputation as a trailblazer in children's literature, with her works continuing to captivate generations of readers. I highly recommend 'The Greatest Works of E. Nesbit' to anyone who appreciates timeless classics that combine adventure, humor, and a touch of magic. Nesbit's masterful storytelling and depth of character development make this collection a must-read for fans of children's literature and literary enthusiasts alike.

Download or read book Naked Heart written by Nicholas Smith and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After inheriting an old Pennsylvania farm, Daniel Clements, a failed entrepreneur, begins to recall memories from a previous life. After discovering an Impressionist painting in a closet, he finds that his Civil War era relative led a fascinating life. Known to his family as 'The General,' Dan finds that his great relative spoke German, traveled throughout Europe, and met a Russian emigré named Barbe De Kolbassov in Paris in the year 1870. On a research trip to Paris, Dan is involved in a traffic accident that transforms him into the man he never thought possible. He realizes that he has become Colonel Joshua Clements visiting Paris in 1870. As the memory of his later existence fades, he indulges in what Second Empire France has to offer. He meets and falls in love with Barbe De Kolbassov just as France is whipped into a war frenzy against its bitter Prussian rivals. Knowing that the French military is pitifully unprepared, he tries to stop and then bears witness to their defeat in the Franco-Prussian War. The Prussian army soon encircles Paris, trapping the people he cares for inside. He then returns to Paris to endure a five month siege and the turmoil of France's Terrible Year...

Download or read book Why Smart People Do Stupid Things written by Gene F. Ostrom and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001-06-24 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why Smart People Do Stupid Things addresses a question that’s frequently on our minds. When Bill Clinton’s affair with Monica Lewinsky was exposed many people were utterly astounded. How could he? Most of us were asking. Answers aren’t easy to come by because we have spent considerable time building on our strengths to the neglect of our dark side. We aren’t only puzzled when we see friends, co-workers, or public leaders engage in stupid, unseemly, unexplainable acts, we are personally threatened by it. If them, why not still others or perhaps ourselves. This book looks at numerous examples of apparently unexplainable stupidities with particular focus upon Richard Nixon and Bill Clinton. Every mindless act doesn’t turn out wrong. There are occasions when the outcome greatly benefits us. On the other hand, there are many times when the result goes against us to our disadvantage if not to the point of tragedy. Why? This book addresses the complex issues involved in making rational decisions, including excusable error. Analyses are offered in a readily understandable style. Potential solutions are described. The topic is of vital interest to us individually as well as to the nation.

Download or read book Of All the Stupid Things written by Alexandra Diaz and published by Egmont USA. This book was released on 2010-12-28 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When a rumor starts circulating that Tara's boyfriend Brent has been sleeping with one of the guy cheerleaders, the innuendo doesn't just hurt Tara. It marks the beginning of the end for an inseparable trio of friends. Tara's training for a marathon, but also running from her fear of abandonment after being deserted by her father. Whitney Blaire seems to have everything, but an empty mansion and absentee parents leave this beauty to look for meaning in all the wrong places. And Pinkie has a compulsive need to mother everyone to make up for the mom she's never stopped missing. This friendship that promised to last forever is starting to break under the pressure of the girls' differences. And then new-girl Riley arrives in school with her long black hair, athletic body, and her blasé attitude, and suddenly Tara starts to feel things she's never felt before for a girl--and to reassess her feelings about Brent and what he may/may not have done. Is Tara gay--or does she just love Riley? And can her deepest friendships survive when all of the rules have changed?

Download or read book The Romantic King written by Huo Xingdaxia and published by Funstory. This book was released on 2019-12-10 with total page 910 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I was struck by lightning for no reason! Misfortune? But why would a beauty come to my house in the middle of the night to take a bath?

Download or read book My Moody Indigo written by L. L. C. Re'Al "Bull" Oney and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2006-02 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A truly captivating love story built around the life of a discarded orphan who is first given up at birth, then given back; always wondering WHY? He questions WHY he has no mother or father; WHY the people who came and got him sent him packing; WHY his adolescent feelings make him think he's gay. Handsome Thomas, BMOC football star finds love near the OSU college campus when he falls for a little Oklahoman cowgirl named Indigo! Indigo knows what she wants and lassos Handsome Thomas with her southern charms and her always-sensible, business-like approach attitude. INDIGO, helps Handsome Thomas find his way around her ranch, their hearts and his bedroom, and then his career. Handsome Thomas captures murderers and becomes headline news, while Indigo searches and finds his true mother in a stirring and glorious mother/son reunion.

Download or read book A Little Girl Called Squeaks written by Debbie Maddigan and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-05 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Little Girl Named Squeaks," is a must-read for anyone who has struggled with addiction, abuse, or feelings of worthlessness, or for anyone who wants insight into the feelings and challenges of those who struggle so. It takes place in the downtown eastside of Vancouver, BC. And it is a reminder to all of us that life stories like this should never be for children.

Download or read book The Ghost Host Episode 1 written by DelSheree Gladden and published by DelSheree Gladden. This book was released on 2023-12-27 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone thinks Echo Simmons is crazy, but being The Ghost Host isn’t just a YouTube hoax like people think. It’s the only way to control the ghosts haunting her…at least until the FBI shows up asking questions. The first eighteen years of Echo Simmons’ life have been less than ideal. On more than one occasion her parents have considered committing her. They don’t believe she sees ghosts or that they harass her on a daily basis. So when a rogue ghost begins tormenting her, they’re the last people she’s going to tell. Her best friends Holden and Zara are doing their best to help, but ghost attacks are only the beginning of Echo’s problems. Handling the ghosts by giving them a voice on YouTube through her webshow has been her saving grace—even if her parents think it’s all a hoax—but that gets a little complicated when the ghost of Madeline Crew reveals a little too much about her previous life and the FBI shows up at her door wanting to know how she gained access to long-buried government secrets. It just keeps getting worse from there. Madeline’s message to her great grandson sparks a strange connection between Echo and Malachi, which leads to Georgia, secrets, mistakes, love, lies, and life changing revelations.