Download or read book Joy Runs Deeper written by Bronia Beker and published by Azrieli Fndtn. This book was released on 2014 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bronia Rohatiner and Josio Beker grow up in the same traditional and comforting shtetl in eastern Poland, a small town filled with eccentric characters and extended family. In 1939, that world explodes and then disappears forever. When everything they hold dear is lost, what keeps them going is each other. Intro by Jeanne & Marilyn Beker.
Download or read book Where The River Runs Deep written by Joy J. Jackson and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 1999-03-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joy J. Jackson’s Where the River Runs Deep tells two stories—both significant and both fascinating. It is a biography of the author’s father, Oliver Jackson, who spent virtually his entire life on or near the Mississippi River. And it is a history of the river itself, and the many changes that have transformed it in the twentieth century. Born in an oysterman’s camp in south Louisiana, only a few miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and raised in an orphanage in New Orleans, Oliver Jackson (1896–1985) grew up to become a pilot boat crew member, a merchant seaman, a tugboat-man, and ultimately a Mississippi River pilot, the profession to which he had always aspired. Drawing extensively on oral history, including a series of audiotapes her father recorded before his death, Jackson presents a detailed social history not only of her father and his forebears but of a way of life now past. She vividly portrays village life in once-thriving but now-vanished river communities such as Port Eads and Burrwood in the delta below New Orleans, and in such working-class areas of the city as the Irish Channel. And she provides detailed descriptions of the early days of riverboat piloting between New Orleans and Baton Rouge and of tugboat work in the New Orleans harbor. Throughout, she evokes the special passion and respect that pilots have always had for their work and the river. Woven into Jackson’s narrative of her father’s life and career is a history of the profound changes in life and commerce on the Mississippi River since the turn of the century. During Oliver Jackson’s lifetime, cotton gave way to petroleum as the major product transported on the lower Mississippi, while steamboats faded away and were replaced by towboats, with their long lines of barges. After mid-century many of the plantations and rural homesteads that had lined the banks of the river since the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries were crowded by the increasing presence of petrochemical plants. Jackson also writes about such calamitous events as the hurricane of 1915 and the great flood of 1927, and she describes the menace of German submarines at the mouth of the Mississippi during America’s early months in World War II. Where the River Runs Deep is a story of river life unlike any other. It will appeal to students of regional history and family history, as well as to anyone fascinated by the lore of the Mississippi.
Download or read book Running with Joy written by Ryan Hall and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the fastest American-born marathoner of all time, here is an intimate, day-by-day account of what it takes—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—to be one of the best in the world. This journal chronicles Ryan Hall’s 14-week preparation for the 2010 Boston Marathon, providing practical insights into the daily regimen of someone training at the absolute peak of human performance. It also reveals the spiritual journey of an elite athlete who is a follower of Jesus Christ. Readers will discover how Ryan deals with nagging injuries and illness, bad weather, disappointing workouts, and a slavish focus on results that can take the fun out of running. Ryan runs 140 miles a week, often at altitude and a blistering pace. Yet millions of everyday runners will identify with and appreciate his intentional return to running with joy and his lifelong goal of glorifying Christ on and off the racecourse.
Download or read book Breaking into Joy written by Anne Costa and published by The Word Among Us Press. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The joy of the Lord is our strength.” Worries, pressures, disappointments, and stress are the weeds that crowd out the fruit of joy in our hearts. How can we remember that God’s joy is available to us at every moment? How can we resist succumbing to negativity, sadness, or cynicism? Anne Costa writes about the joy of the Lord in this book of one hundred short meditations. In each one, she challenges us to see how we can choose God’s joy in the everyday events and encounters of our lives. Costa’s gentle reminders can help you break into joy and live in the love that Christ has for you.
Download or read book Joy written by Waddell Peter and published by Canterbury Press. This book was released on 2015-05-05 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The seven sacraments – baptism, confirmation, Eucharist, reconciliation, anointing, marriage and ordination – are the core of the Christian tradition. 'Joy' shows how deeply related they are to the very heart of the faith, to Jesus and to mission in the w
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Download or read book Ecstasy written by Mary Sharratt and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2018-04-10 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Illuminations, a novel of the imminent composer Alma Mahler, what she sacrificed for love, and how she brought men to their knees. Coming of age in the midst of a creative and cultural whirlwind in Vienna, young, beautiful Alma Schindler yearns to make her mark as a composer. A new era of possibility for women is dawning, and she is determined to make the most of it. But Alma loses her heart to the great composer Gustav Mahler, nearly twenty years her senior. He demands that she give up her music as a condition of their marriage. Torn by her love and in awe of his genius, how will she remain true to herself and her artistic passion? Part cautionary tale, part triumph of the feminist spirit, Ecstasy reveals the true Alma Mahler: composer, author, daughter, sister, mother, wife, lover, and muse. Mary Sharratt has finally given center stage to one of the most controversial and complex women of her time. A New York Post Must-Read Boook “Sharratt has made an impressive career fleshing out the lives of women rendered one-dimensional in the pages of history...With this fine work, [Sharratt] has us wanting more.”—Minneapolis Star Tribune “Alma Mahler is certainly worthy of joining the remarkable women about whom Sharratt has previously written.”—St. Paul Pioneer Press “This winning historical novel offers an enjoyable portrait of an ambitious woman whose struggles are as relevant today as they were a century ago.”—Publishers Weekly “[Sharratt] has in-depth knowledge of classical music and turn-of-the-20th-century Vienna…Recommended for readers who like the peaks and valleys of nonstop drama.”—Library Journal
Download or read book Joy in the Journey written by Leavell, Jo Ann Paris and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on 1996 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a semi-autobiography where Guy Rice Doud recounts significant events in his life and how they spiritually changed him. He encourages the reader through simple parables/tales of town life which lead the reader to walk through life in a Christian manner.
Download or read book Living Joy 9 Rules to Help You Rediscover and Live Joy Every Day written by Chris Stefanick and published by Emmaus Road Publishing. This book was released on 2020-12-11 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Joy isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. But how do we find joy—and hold onto it—when so much in our life stands in the way? Living Joy: 9 Rules to Help You Rediscover and Live Joy Every Day equips you with the wisdom you need to experience joy to the fullest. With evidence, experience, and common sense, Chris Stefanick presents nine rules that will empower you to overcome the obstacles that are keeping you from unspeakable joy. You’ll learn why gratitude is the first key to unlocking deep joy silence creates space in your life for happiness rest, friendship, and fun are integral to joyful living and so much more. No matter the circumstances of your life, Living Joy will show you exactly how you can claim the joy you were created for.
Download or read book The Joy Magnet written by Hadi hans and published by Hadi hans. This book was released on with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine what your life would be like if you could unlock deeper reservoirs of joy that uplifted your mood, fueled your energy, strengthened your resilience, improved your relationships, boosted your success, and infused more meaning into each moment. What could you accomplish or how might you show up differently for yourself and others with this renewable source of vitality within reach? While fleeting feelings of happiness come and go, joy has the power to transform our lives in profound and lasting ways. As spiritual leader Prem Rawat explains, "Joy fuels our lives. It is more sustainable and powerful than happiness alone." Studies back this up – sustainable boosts in our capacity for joy can literally change the structure of our brains over time, setting off ripple effects across every domain of life. So if joy is so critical, why do so many people struggle to access it amidst the chaos and demands of daily life? Why do even the most pleasant or seemingly joyous occasions often fail to lift our spirits in substantial ways? The truth is that joy is a skill – one that takes knowledge, self-awareness and regular practice to unlock and eventually master. We have to know how to remove inner obstacles like limiting beliefs and wired-in negativity biases that block it. Then we need tools, routines, mindset shifts that act as steady joy-boosting catalysts integrated into our lifestyles. In this hands-on guidebook, you'll not only learn science-backed secrets to meaningful boosts in sustainable joy drawn from the latest research – you'll gain access to over 15 customized practices and perspectives to raise your daily baseline joy while navigating life's inevitable ups and downs.
Download or read book Joy and Strength written by BroadStreet Publishing Group LLC and published by BroadStreet Publishing Group LLC. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God is the best source of comfort you will find. He knows you better than anyone else does, and he is full of understanding for every situation. Some days your heart may be filled with grief, some may hold a flicker of hope, and on others you might ache with desperate need. Lay your heart at the Father’s feet and wait for his compassionate response. You can trust him completely. It is important in your process of grief to recognize your depth of loss and express it in whatever way you can in the moment. Let God be your strength as you cry out to him. He is listening to every word you say, and he longs to reach out and draw you in close. Features: • High-grade faux leather provides durability and exquisite tactile appeal. • Heat debossing on faux leather darkens its color, giving the cover a two-tone appearance and creating indentation which shows off the intricate design and varied texture. • Pearl and matte foil finishing touches are elegantly placed to enhance certain features, capturing attention and adding class for an aesthetic appeal. • This high-quality sturdy Smythe-sewn binding stitches book signatures together creating durability and allowing pages to lay flat when open. Decorative head and foot bands are also added to further complement the overall design. • This matte art high quality paper with a smooth satin touch provides long-lasting vivid coloration and durability. • A beautiful satin ribbon marker conveniently keeps your place so you can quickly pick up where you left off.
Download or read book Finding Your Joy written by Gloria Martindale and published by Archway Publishing. This book was released on 2024-08-09 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you joyful? Most of us think we are joyful to some degree, but we also sense that we are not fully embracing all the joy available to us. It can sometimes seem like an elusive concept, one you can never quite capture—like trying to drink water with a fork. Maybe for you it’s a spork and you’ve managed to capture some. Or maybe you have a full cup. But there is always more available to you, and your aim should be fullness of joy, an overflowing cup! Finding Your Joy starts with author Gloria Martindale’s personal story and then presents a way to begin a thought-provoking and personal journey for you as you explore all areas of your life and discover how you can reach greater heights in success. You can find true joy as you live out your full potential. Although the guidance provided here is geared toward real estate agents, anyone can gain valuable wisdom to apply in his or her life. Uplifting and encouraging, this self-help guide offers advice for renovating your life, living to your full potential, and experiencing true joy.
Download or read book When These Mountains Burn written by David Joy and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the 2020 Dashiell Hammett Award for Literary Excellence in Crime Writing Acclaimed author and "remarkably gifted storyteller" (The Charlotte Observer) David Joy returns with a fierce and tender tale of a father, an addict, a lawman, and the explosive events that come to unite them. When his addict son gets in deep with his dealer, it takes everything Raymond Mathis has to bail him out of trouble one last time. Frustrated by the slow pace and limitations of the law, Raymond decides to take matters into his own hands. After a workplace accident left him out of a job and in pain, Denny Rattler has spent years chasing his next high. He supports his habit through careful theft, following strict rules that keep him under the radar and out of jail. But when faced with opportunities too easy to resist, Denny makes two choices that change everything. For months, the DEA has been chasing the drug supply in the mountains to no avail, when a lead--just one word--sets one agent on a path to crack the case wide open . . . but he'll need help from the most unexpected quarter. As chance brings together these men from different sides of a relentless epidemic, each may come to find that his opportunity for redemption lies with the others.
Download or read book The Book of More Delights written by Ross Gay and published by Algonquin Books. This book was released on 2023-09-19 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From bestselling author of The Book of Delights and award-winning poet, a book of lyrical mini-essays celebrating the everyday that will inspire readers to rediscover the joys in the world around us. In Ross Gay’s new collection of small, daily wonders, again written over the course of a year, one of America’s most original voices continues his ongoing investigation of delight. For Gay, what delights us is what connects us, what gives us meaning, from the joy of hearing a nostalgic song blasting from a passing car to the pleasure of refusing the “nefarious” scannable QR code menus, from the tiny dog he fell hard for to his mother baking a dozen kinds of cookies for her grandchildren. As always, Gay revels in the natural world—sweet potatoes being harvested, a hummingbird carousing in the beebalm, a sunflower growing out of a wall around the cemetery, the shared bounty from a neighbor’s fig tree—and the trillion mysterious ways this glorious earth delights us. The Book of (More) Delights is a volume to savor and share.
Download or read book Depreciations written by Benjamin Russell Herts and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Blessings of Joy eBook written by Christian Art Gifts and published by Christian Art Gifts. This book was released on 2013-07-10 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: BLESSINGS OF JOY will speak to the heart of every reader, encouraging them to rediscover the simple pleasures of life. Featuring carefully selected Scripture verses and quotes, this gift book is ideal for gift giving, reminding us of the joy, hope and grace that is found in the Lord Jesus.
Download or read book Fierce Joy written by Susie Caldwell Rinehart and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2019-05-15 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An athlete and cancer survivor tells her story of overcoming fear and becoming a warrior for joy in this inspiring self-help memoir. Susie Rinehart seemed to have it all: a beautiful family, a fulfilling career, and an impressive collection of ultramarathon championship medals. Yet on the inside she felt anxious and hollow, constantly obsessed with being perfect. Then Susie found out that a tumor on her brainstem threatened to take away her voice, and possibly her life. With so much at stake, Susie had to rethink how she wanted to live. In Fierce Joy, Susie tells the incredible true of how she left perfection behind and found joy every day. For anyone who has lost their voice in the never-ending struggle to please others, Susie offers hope. In each section of the book she offers a series of takeaways—lessons she learned when life forced her to slow down and step back.
