Download or read book Home Is Where the Suitcases Are written by Marilyn Beckwith and published by Abbott Press. This book was released on 2012-01-04 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life is lived in the little things. Marilyn Beckwith In the early 1970s, after a year of unemployment, Marilyn Beckwith was in desperate need for change in her life. With her characteristic joie de vivre, she started a new life on a new continentand didnt look back. In 1971, she and her husband moved to Africa with their four children, armed with not much more than a penchant for adventure and a sense of humor. They started their African adventures in Kenya, and they tried life in Zaire (now Congo). Marilyn was called to build a home for her family on the local economy, unsupported by any embassy or company. While steadfastly holding on to her values, she faced a steep learning curve in adjusting to the African rhythms of life. She gamely coped with challenges, from the mundane to the miraculous, including bridging food shortages, navigating the fringes of diplomatic life, outsmarting a mischievous chimpanzee, and adapting to new languages: Madame, you speak French like a Zairean. Oh, thank you." Madame, that was not a compliment! Journey with this American mother as she discovers that everyday life can become extraordinarily entertaining when circumstances are unusual.

Download or read book 3rd Grade at Home written by The Princeton Review and published by Princeton Review. This book was released on 2020-11 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "From the education experts at The Princeton Review"--Cover.

Download or read book The Better Mom written by Ruth Schwenk and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2018-04-24 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mothering is messy. Our joy and hope in raising children doesn’t change the reality that being a mom can be frustrating, stressful, and tiring. But just as God is using us to shape our children, God is using our children and motherhood to shape us. In The Better Mom, author Ruth Schwenk, herself a mother of four children, encourages us with the good news that there is more to being a mom than the extremes of striving for perfection or simply embracing the mess. We don’t need to settle for surviving our kids’ childhood. We can grow through it. With refreshing and heartfelt honesty Ruth emboldens moms to: Find freedom and walk confidently in purpose Create a God-honoring home environment Overcome unhealthy and destructive emotions such as anger, anxiety, and more Avoid glorifying the mess of mom-ing or idolizing perfection Cultivate life-giving friendships At the heart of The Better Mom is the message that Jesus calls us to live not a weary life, but a worthy life. We don’t have to settle for either being apathetic or struggling to be perfect. Both visions of motherhood go too far. Ruth offers a better option. She says, “It’s okay to come as we are, but what we’re called to do and be is far too important to stay there! The way to becoming a better mom starts not with what we are doing, but with who God is inviting us to become."

Download or read book The Suitcases written by Anne Hall Whitt and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On the death of their mother three little girls are taken from their father to become wards of the state. With cardboard suitcases given them by the social worker, they are moved from Catholic Home to orphanage to foster home, waiting for their father to come and claim them. The story moves in time, from the Depression through the 1940 war years, into and beyond the 1960s.

Download or read book Sensitive Objects written by Jonas Frykman and published by Nordic Academic Press. This book was released on 2016-04-12 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some objects seem especially personal and important to us - be it a quickly packed suitcase, an inherited vase, or a photograph. In Sensitive Objects the authors discuss when, how, and why particular objects appear as 'sensitive'. They do so by analyzing the objects' affective charging in the context of historically embedded practices. Sensitive Objects is a contribution to the upcoming field of 'affect research' that has so far been dominated by psychology and cultural studies, and the authors examine the potential for epistemic gain by connecting the studies of affect with the studies of material culture. The contributors, predominantly ethnologists and anthropologists, use fieldwork to examine how people project affects onto material objects and explore how objects embody or trigger affects and produce affective atmospheres.

Download or read book European Integration as Cultural Practice written by Tatiana Bajuk Senčar and published by Založba ZRC. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an anthropological analysis of the cultural formation, practices and experiences of the first generation of Slovenes working in the institutions of the European Union. On 1 May 2004, Slovenia became a full-fledged member of the European Union and was thus formally incorporated into the processes of European integration redefining the relations among EU member states. European integration processes take place at multiple, interlocking levels — from the level of government bodies to the level of individual social actors. The numerous Slovenes who were successful in attaining the positions available for citizens from new member states now work as Eurocrats at multiple locations across the EU’s institutional network. This work explores European integration from the perspective of Slovene Eurocrats by analyzing how Slovenes plot careers and lives in European terms.To this end, the author examines the experiences of Slovene Eurocrats in Brussels within the broader context of their life experiences and professional formation. As recent EU officials, Slovene Eurocrats provide many insights into European integration as an ongoing social process. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Delo Tatiane Bajuk Senčar Evropska integracija kot kulturna praksa je antropološka analiza kulturnih formacij, praks in izkušenj prve generacije Slovencev, ki delajo v ustanovah Evropske unije. Slovenija je 1. maja 2004 postala njena polnopravna članica in se s tem tudi formalno vključila v procese evropske integracije, ki na novo opredeljujejo razmerja med državami članicami. Procesi integracije potekajo na številnih, med seboj prepletenih ravneh – od ravni vladnih teles do ravni posamičnih družbenih akterjev. Številni Slovenci so se uspešno prijavili za delo v institucijah EU in agencijah, ki se širijo z vsako naslednjo širitvijo EU; zdaj delajo kot evrokrati na različnih lokacijah v institucionalnem omrežju EU. Avtorica raziskuje integracijski proces iz vidika slovenskih evrokratov, pri čemer analizira njihove načrte kariernih poti, samo poklicno socializacijo in življenjske izkušnje, pridobljene v evropskih ustanovah. Raziskava slovenskih evrokratov oziroma evropskih uradnikov nam tako razgrinja številne poglede na nenehni družbeni proces, na evropsko integracijo.

Download or read book The Invisible Suitcase written by Dr. Aaron Stinson and published by Fulton Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-02-24 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Students live in an online world that centers around likes and views. They exit these platforms and reenter the nondigital world, but as they pause their digital lives, they also leave large digital footprints that never go away. These footprints follow students like a dark shadow. They cram this shadow of the online world into their invisible suitcases pushed tightly against the problems they encounter in the nondigital world and leave for school. Every day, these students walk into classrooms around the world, tuck their suitcases under their desks, and wait for class to begin. So the challenge begins for teachers who stand ready to teach and lead their students, working to not only overcome the distracting shadows that are creeping out of the suitcases and into the room but also search for a way to build trust, engage students, and help students realize their potential. 16

Download or read book Inside Today s Home written by Ray Faulkner and published by Holt McDougal. This book was released on 1975 with total page 614 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Suitcase to Heaven written by Emilia En L'air and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2016-02-26 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you are struggling to make sense of this life, it may be that you arent thinking of heaven as your permanent home. The world may disappoint you, but God will never let you down; you just have to receive His embrace and thereby avoid wasting your pain. In this inspirational memoir, author Emilia En Lair shares her transformation through tribulation, recalling how she turned to God during every single hardship. The trials of her life did not destroy but rather defined her, as God restored her and healed all her wounds and unbearable heartaches. As a consequence, everything she has gained and lost in this world has brought her closer to God by filling her void with spiritual gifts. In addition to her own journey of faith, hope, and miracles, she also offers guided prayers, self-reflections, and further reading from the Scriptures. No matter what trials or pains you are experiencing, you can find healing in Gods love, forgiveness, and faith. Suitcase to Heaven reminds you that you have not yet reached your final destination and that you are still a traveler with some distance yet to go.

Download or read book Suitcases written by Ruth Fontane and published by Covenant Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-07-01 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you take for granted the suitcase you carefully pack and take with you on a trip? Mentally, line in a row all the suitcases you have ever owned and carried with you. As a group, they look like empty tattered boxes. Individually, if you look closely and take the time to reflect, each one holds more than clothes and books. Each one holds memories, whether happy or sad, good or bad. Each one has personally accompanied you, and perhaps it was the only thing you held on to tightly. If it were lost or misplaced, do you remember how anxious you were, like losing a friend? Then when it was recovered, you were relieved and smiling, and all was right with the world again. These are the stories about several of these faithful companions.

Download or read book Georges Woke Up Laughing written by Nina Glick Schiller and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 2001-10-24 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combining history, autobiography, and ethnography, Georges Woke Up Laughing provides a portrait of the Haitian experience of migration to the United States that illuminates the phenomenon of long-distance nationalism, the voicelessness of certain citizens, and the impotency of government in an increasingly globalized world. By presenting lively ruminations on his life as a Haitian immigrant, Georges Eugene Fouron—along with Nina Glick Schiller, whose own family history stems from Poland and Russia—captures the daily struggles for survival that bind together those who emigrate and those who stay behind. According to a long-standing myth, once emigrants leave their homelands—particularly if they emigrate to the United States—they sever old nationalistic ties, assimilate, and happily live the American dream. In fact, many migrants remain intimately and integrally tied to their ancestral homeland, sometimes even after they become legal citizens of another country. In Georges Woke Up Laughing the authors reveal the realities and dilemmas that underlie the efforts of long-distance nationalists to redefine citizenship, race, nationality, and political loyalty. Through discussions of the history and economics that link the United States with countries around the world, Glick Schiller and Fouron highlight the forces that shape emigrants’ experiences of government and citizenship and create a transborder citizenry. Arguing that governments of many countries today have almost no power to implement policies that will assist their citizens, the authors provide insights into the ongoing sociological, anthropological, and political effects of globalization. Georges Woke up Laughing will entertain and inform those who are concerned about the rights of people and the power of their governments within the globalizing economy. “In my dream I was young and in Haiti with my friends, laughing, joking, and having a wonderful time. I was walking down the main street of my hometown of Aux Cayes. The sun was shining, the streets were clean, and the port was bustling with ships. At first I was laughing because of the feeling of happiness that stayed with me, even after I woke up. I tried to explain my wonderful dream to my wife, Rolande. Then I laughed again but this time not from joy. I had been dreaming of a Haiti that never was.”—from Georges Woke Up Laughing

Download or read book How To Travel on A Dime written by Shu Chen Hou and published by Kokoshungsan Ltd. This book was released on 2023-11-05 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ready to Explore the World on a Shoestring Budget? Discover the Ultimate Guide: "How to Travel on a Dime" Are you dreaming of exotic destinations, breathtaking adventures, and unforgettable memories, but your bank account is holding you back? Look no further! This is your passport to the globe without breaking the bank. In "How to Travel on a Dime," we unlock the secrets to affordable, awe-inspiring travel that will empower you to explore every corner of the Earth on a budget you never thought possible. Pack Light, Travel Far: Learn the art of minimalist packing and discover essential travel gear that saves you both space and money. Say goodbye to overweight baggage fees and hello to worry-free exploration. Master Local Transportation: Dive into the world of local buses, trains, and hidden transportation gems. Save your dollars for experiences, not overpriced taxis. Savor Culinary Delights: Taste the world without draining your wallet. From mouthwatering street food to local markets and even cooking your own meals, you'll relish the culinary journey of a lifetime. Sleep Soundly on a Budget: Say farewell to overpriced hotels. Find budget-friendly accommodations like hostels, guesthouses, Airbnb gems, and even camping spots that will make your travels even more memorable. Explore Like a Local: Discover free and low-cost attractions, get discounts, and embark on DIY guided tours that unveil hidden treasures in every destination. Manage Your Finances: Navigate the complex world of money while traveling. Say goodbye to hefty exchange fees and maximize your spending power. Travel Responsibly: Learn how to reduce your ecological footprint, support local communities, and become a responsible traveler who leaves a positive impact. With "How to Travel on a Dime," you'll transform your travel aspirations into real-life adventures. Whether you're a seasoned traveler looking to save more or a newbie longing to embark on your first journey, this book is your ultimate guide. Don't miss this chance to experience the world without emptying your bank account. Start your journey today! Grab your copy of "How to Travel on a Dime" now and let the adventure begin. Your dream destinations are waiting, and your wallet will thank you!

Download or read book Trapped In the Present Tense written by Colette Brooks and published by Catapult. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For readers of Rebecca Solnit and Jenny Odell, this poetic and inventive blend of history, memoir, and visual essay reflects on how we can resist the erasure of our collective memory in this American century. Our sense of our history requires us to recall the details of time, of experiences that help us find our place in the world together and encourage us in the search for our individual identities. When we lose sight of the past, our ability to see ourselves and to understand one another is diminished. In this book, Colette Brooks explores how some of the more forgotten aspects of recent American experiences explain our challenging and often puzzling present. Through intimate and meticulously researched retellings of individual stories of violence, misfortune, chaos, and persistence—from the first mass shooting in America from the tower at the University of Texas, the televised assassinations of John F. Kennedy and Lee Harvey Oswald, life with nuclear bombs and the Doomsday Clock, obsessive diarists and round-the-clock surveillance, to pandemics and COVID-19—Brooks is able to reframe our country’s narratives with new insight to create a prismatic account of how efforts to reclaim the past can be redemptive, freeing us from the tyranny of the present moment.

Download or read book Marisol and Other Plays written by José Rivera and published by Theatre Communications Group. This book was released on 1997-04-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first collection of plays by one of the most moving and astonishing writers of the last 15 years. Though critics reflexively class his work as “magical realism,” Rivera’s extravagant, original imagery always serves to illuminate the gritty realities and touching longings of our daily lives. Also includes: Each Day Dies with Sleep and Cloud Tectonics.

Download or read book The Shooting Star written by Shivya Nath and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2018-09-14 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shivya Nath quit her corporate job at age twenty-three to travel the world. She gave up her home and the need for a permanent address, sold most of her possessions and embarked on a nomadic journey that has taken her everywhere from remote Himalayan villages to the Amazon rainforests of Ecuador. Along the way, she lived with an indigenous Mayan community in Guatemala, hiked alone in the Ecuadorian Andes, got mugged in Costa Rica, swam across the border from Costa Rica to Panama, slept under a meteor shower in the cracked salt desert of Gujarat and learnt to conquer her deepest fears. With its vivid descriptions, cinematic landscapes, moving encounters and uplifting adventures, The Shooting Star is a travel memoir that maps not just the world but the human spirit.

Download or read book Morris Town written by and published by Elaine Rose Blanchard. This book was released on with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Happy Starts at Home written by Rebecca West and published by Ryland Peters & Small. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Use your home as a tool to make better changes happen in your life. Through aligning your heart, home, and health, experience first-hand how small changes make a big difference. What does it take to be happy at home? It's not about buying or not buying a new sofa. It's about whether your home is working for you in the best way. Your home can directly improve your well-being and contentment with better health, sleep, and relationships, and ultimately decrease your stress levels to increase your all-round happiness. Design expert Rebecca West helps you to learn how to achieve a geographical cure without actually relocating and how to redecorate so you can feel best in your space. Along with beautiful photographs, there are a variety of self-assessment activities to connect your financial, emotional and physical health to your space to ensure it nurtures your vision – and while doing so, investing your time and money more effectively too. With the valuable advice in Happy Starts at Home, you can commit to a philosophy of buying fewer things and doing more to discover what's holding you back, in order to find joy and create a home that makes you smile.