Download or read book P S Don t Tell Your Mother written by Margo Bates and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2005-10-18 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Margo Bates' debut novel brings to life the rough-and-tumble world of Canada's frontier northwest in the late 50's and early 60's. Telkwa is not much different from other small towns or tight-knit neighborhoods across North America. There is always one character or curmudgeon that is larger than life about which the townsfolk enjoy hearing stories. In Telkwa, it is Nana Noonan. Readers are immediately drawn to the small-town goings on through the hundreds of letters to her granddaughter, Maggie Mulvaney. Maggie likes it that Nana is Irish, but she has a temper. There are lots of things that get her going. Telkwa's only Jehovah's Witness tops her list. "That Damn Jehovah!" is the incessant phrase in the hundreds of letters Nana sends Maggie. Living 150 miles apart, Nana and her letters show Maggie the human aspects of life. The Jehovah's Witness is hell-bent on saving Nana. His high hopes on salvation equal her intent to remain as she is: hell-bent on being herself. After all, she is an Anglican. To Nana, the Jehovah's Witness is not just trying to impose his religion - he also represents an ugly undercurrent in northern and rural Canada in the 1960's - prejudice. He doesn't like Nana's best friend, a native Indian named Tyee Mary. In this humorous and touching tale, Margo shows how her Nana stands up to prejudice in the north. She does it the only way she knows how - using her Irish temper and some fine-tuning from a shotgun. Nana tells Maggie it is important to be fair to your fellow humans. As long as they don't drive you to do something foolish. Maggie thinks about the lessons learned at Nana's knee. She writes back and offers suggestions on how Nana might better deal with the Jehovah's Witness. The townsfolk place bets on Nana and the Jehovah's Witness and when they will have their next set to. Cash exchanges hands on a fairly regular basis. Only two people visit Nana more often than her family: Constable Reems of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and her ill-fated devotee, who visits every Saturday, rain, shine, sleet or snow. Nana and the Jehovah's Witness reach a stalemate one fall day in 1960. Nana, her Irish temper and accuracy with a gun get the better of her. And "That Damn Jehovah." Gloria Macarenko, Anchor at CBC Television News, praised the book: "I love the way Margo Bates captures the essence and eccentricities of life in a small northern town, as she highlights the conspiratory relationship between a young girl and her kooky grandmother. As someone who grew up in the north, I can relate to the quirky and comical scenarios that are so much a part of small town life. Everyone needs a bit of Nana in their lives!"
Download or read book Grandma Knows Best But No One Ever Listens written by Mary McBride and published by Meadowbrook Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever since anyone can remember, grandmas have been stuck with babysitting while parents enjoy a night on the town - or two weeks in the Bahamas. Now there's help for beleaguered grandmas from Mary McBride, who instructs them on how to 'scheme, lie, cheat, and threaten so you'll be thought of as a sweet, darling grandma'.
Download or read book Nana and Me written by A. E. Black and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2013-09-27 with total page 39 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To Sweet Pea, there is no one in the world like Nana, the lady who lives in the brick house across the street. Sitting on her porch in white rocking chairs, the two spend hours together forging a friendship which is truly unique. Nana has wonderful stories from her life and a wealth of spiritual wisdom which she shares with Sweet Pea. Using stories of life experiences common to most, Nana guides Sweet Pea along the road leading to heaven. The stories she tells are fascinating to the little girl, and by them the delightful Nana teaches her little friend to see the hand of God in all things.
Download or read book HOPE written by Ron Thomas and published by Ron Thomas. This book was released on 2023-06-22 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hope… what is Hope? Hope is something we rely on to get us through the toughest times in life, especially when we think there is no hope at all. Unfortunately, life can be that way, especially when there is no help to support us in our time of need. With that said, we have to remember that there is always hope, no matter what life can throw at us. Sometimes the circumstances can be awful, that is for sure, but the lack of support is what really makes it all so much worse than it should ever be. With all this said, no matter how bad things can get, there is always hope, no matter what. This book is a testimony about my life, and it is just one of many that can always show us hope, no matter what life can throw at us. Unfortunately, to understand hope, we sometimes have to understand hopelessness. For us to understand hope, we sometimes need to understand what it is really like to weather the storm. If we are really ready to get to know what hope really is, then please proceed with reading this book. Above all else, no matter what happens, please remember that hope is always there… always. No matter what, let there be Hope.
Download or read book Pirate Penance written by E.Z. Prine and published by Pure Barry Press. This book was released on 2022-08-03 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The course of true love never did run smooth,” sayeth the bard. Even for rock stars. It’s 1984, and Jack St James, lead singer for rock band Pirate, thought he’d married the woman of his dreams only to discover the minister didn’t have a valid license. So it’s off to Vegas, along with the band, to make the marriage official in front of an Elvis impersonator. Jack and his bride rock up to the chapel, only to find that Jack’s cash and credit cards are gone. As Jack chases down band members to get them back, he gets sucked into one band problem after another, only to find his bride now has cold feet. Meanwhile, back in L.A., George discovers that his wife has fallen in love with another man and wants a divorce. Barricading himself in his hotel room, George refuses to give up his beloved toddler son, even when she gets the police involved. After trying to help George, Sam is back to escorting his mom and sisters around the tourist sites in L.A. Only a mangy cat grabs his ankle and won’t let go, preventing him from getting in their limo. Trying to do the right thing for the poor little creature, Sam finds himself saddled with a huge vet bill and a growing attachment to a pet he can’t keep. A pet he’s named Hendrix after his rock ’n’ roll hero. A pet who adores him and defends him from his sisters. A pet whom everyone has fallen in love with except the one person who can decide Drixy’s future – the germ-obsessed Jack St James. Content advisory: In keeping with the era and settings, this book contains adult themes and language and potentially upsetting content. This is book 3 in the Pirate (the Rock Band) series.
Download or read book Fixing Delilah written by Sarah Ockler and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Things in Delilah Hannaford's life have a tendency to fall apart. She used to be a good student, but she can't seem to keep it together anymore. Her "boyfriend" isn't much of a boyfriend. And her mother refuses to discuss the fight that divided their family eight years ago. Falling apart, it seems, is a Hannaford tradition. Over a summer of new friendships, unexpected romance, and moments that test the complex bonds between mothers and daughters, Delilah must face her family's painful past. Can even her most shattered relationships be pieced together again? Rich with emotion, Sarah Ockler delivers a powerful story of family, love, and self-discovery.
Download or read book Introverted Mom written by Jamie C. Martin and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2019-05-07 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your personality is a gift, not a liability. This book helps you uncover and embrace the hope, laughter, and joy of using your unique gifts to parent your children. Life as a mom is LOUD, but you long for quiet. When the volume of family life clashes with your personality, frustration, guilt, and overwhelm naturally result. In Introverted Mom, author Jamie C. Martin lifts these burdens from your shoulders, reminding you that your steady strength is exactly what your family needs in this chaotic world. Jamie shares vulnerable stories from her own life as well as thoughts from other introverted mothers, letting you know you're not alone. Her practical suggestions and creative inspiration are enhanced with quotes and insights from four beloved writers--Louisa May Alcott, Jane Austen, L. M. Montgomery, and Laura Ingalls Wilder. Together, Jamie and this band of fellow introverts share their wisdom on . . . Believing that you're enough Self-acceptance that leads to freedom Navigating heartache and disappointment Stretching out of your comfort zone Connecting with God as an introvert Cultivating calm wherever you are Defining for yourself what really matters Whether you've just realized you're an introvert, or if you've known it all along, this book is for you. It's time to honor who you are and savor life as an introverted mom. *Note: Written from a Christian perspective
Download or read book Chicken Soup for the Soul Young at Heart written by Amy Newmark and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2024-05-21 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Put the top down, turn up the radio, and embark on an enchanting journey through these 101 heartwarming tales that celebrate the timeless spirit that keeps us all eternally youthful. In this delightful book, we celebrate the joy of staying young at heart, regardless of how many birthdays have passed us by. The second half... the golden years...more time for yourself! Whether you’re a new empty nester or proudly celebrating one of those “big” birthdays, there’s plenty of good stuff ahead. These 101 stories from dynamic, active people who are still young at heart prove the adage that age is just a number. Whether they’re relaxing at home or hitting the road, married or single, working or retired, these folks do it all. Finding romance and love again at 50, 60, 70, 80 and beyond Embracing your age and the privileges that come with it Getting in shape with new sports and fitness routines Enjoying family, including those grandchildren Trying new things and broadening your world Starting new careers and businesses while pursuing new passions Traveling the world and moving to new places Downsizing and enjoying the freedom of less And plenty of comic relief! Chicken Soup for the Soul books are 100% made in the USA and each book includes stories from as diverse a group of writers as possible. Chicken Soup for the Soul solicits and publishes stories from the LGBTQ community and from people of all ethnicities, nationalities, and religions.
Download or read book The Lawman s Runaway Bride written by Patricia Johns and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2018-02-01 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this inspirational romance, a police chief confronts his feelings for his twin’s runaway bride when she comes home to plan a memorial service for him. Forced to work with the woman who left his brother at the altar five years ago, police chief Chance Morgan must also face his own guilt. Sadie Jenkins’s return to town stirs feelings he thought he’d buried along with his soldier brother, who died overseas. Almost kissing Sadie the night before her wedding was a mistake—one he won’t make again. For Sadie, planning a remembrance ceremony for the town’s military men will help build her event-planning business. But working with Chance is bringing up all the emotions she once ran from. Is she ready to finally take that leap into the future . . . with him?
Download or read book A Girl Named Job written by Marie Antionet and published by Marie Antionette. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A chronological recall of resilience, struggle, learned lessons and triumph! A long cycle of poor decisions once had this diamond in the rough thinking "I can't," until inner strength proved to her, she could. Faced with adversity since birth, A Girl Named Job has overcome the knowledge of her failed adoption, peer pressure and has escaped the control of men of no honor. Her good hearted nature at times, caused her to become the poster child for the word, "naive," as she was betrayed by those she trusted and abused by those who claimed to love her. The story of A Girl Named Job shares common and uncommon hardships which anyone can relate to, including heartbreaking battles with reproductive disorders, the loss of her livelihood, her home and the threat of loosing her freedom. Then finally, after years of falling down and getting back up this princess realized her worth. Her trials crippled her, but didn't break her and her inner wounds are now blanketed by life experience and wisdom. A Girl Named Job is a witty yet emotional read, ideal for both men and woman. The authors purpose for sharing such intimate details is to provide proof that faith doesn't always make things easy, but it does make things possible...
Download or read book Happy Together written by Sharon Scales Rostosky and published by American Psychological Association. This book was released on 2015-03-16 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many same-sex couples are stigmatized because of their relationship and experience significant stress. In every life context—family, work, neighborhood, religious communities, and in social and legal contexts—same-sex couples have to make decisions about disclosure, how to respond to prejudice, and how to cope with negative feelings about themselves and their experiences. This book helps couples work together to identify, develop, and use their strengths and skills to successfully navigate these issues and flourish. Tough tasks like confronting prejudice will never be easy, but thanks to the stories, tools, and resources presented in this book, readers will learn to manage such situations in a positive way. Learning activities in each chapter guide couples to become more aware of the causes of stress in their relationship, and to take positive actions to strengthen their commitment. Readers will learn how to cultivate the strengths of their LGBTQ identities, assert appropriate boundaries, create supportive relationships with others, and contribute authentically to their families and communities.
Download or read book A Daughter s Plea written by Kimberly J. Sigurdson and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2024-08-28 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is a woman to do when all she’s ever wanted was a happy, healthy family of her own, but now has nothing left to screw up? She has two choices: she can give up completely or start choosing herself, one day at a time. That’s exactly the choice Kimberly Sigurdson made: to heal, moment by moment. Growing up amid dysfunction, anger, and emotionally unavailable parents, Kimberly soon lost her voice and became a people pleaser. As she grew older, this led to dysfunctional relationships, where she put others’ needs before her own and made unhealthy choices. She felt stuck and unworthy and struggled with low self esteem. When an autoimmune disease flare-up landed her in the hospital at thirty-seven, Kimberly decided it was time to change her life. As her healing journey progressed, she found writing helped her release her thoughts and feelings and allowed her to share with the people she needed to. As Kimberly healed from her past, her letters changed. Her growth mindset provided a path to evolution, and she grew from writing from a place of self-pity to writing from a place of feeling grateful and empathetic to those who had hurt her. Follow Kimberly on her healing journey as she realizes it was never about not being good enough. Learn alongside her as she discovers that the way people treat others reflects how they feel about themselves and what they’ve been through in their own lives.
Download or read book Pratts Hollow written by Christina Kelley and published by Christina Kelley. This book was released on 2018-06-01 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The novel Pratts Hollow is a suspenseful page turner set in the geographical center of New York State. This novel is perfect for sitting beside a campfire or curling up in a favorite chair. Maurice Adam Downey, a supernatural cult leader migrates from the deep woods of Canada to arrive in the hamlet of Pratts Hollow in the 1990's. His presence creates mayhem as horrific events plague the citizens within the rural farming communities of Pratts Hollow and Madison. Five Madison Central School students and long time friends, Tommy Tremaine, Sarah Jensen, Lane Collins, Samantha Peate, and Bobby Frye form a club called the Country Club Five in which its members encounter Maurice Downey on a daily basis. The children recognize the evil within this new stranger and the unusual happenings that have occurred in their towns since his arrival. With the help of a wise old woman, divine intervention, a New York City detective, a Utica Police sergeant, and the impenetrable friendship between each other, the friends battle this cruel being to save a missing five year old girl, and their hometowns. "This novel isn't coated in sugar for the meek, because real life rarely is frosted."--Christina Kelley.
Download or read book Old Family Old Secrets written by Max Willis Foxton and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2019-02-14 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With his sister’s urging, elderly Jeremiah recounts the first of their many youthful adventures. Jeremiah and Susanne discover a lot of the Morris clan’s family history, and young Jeremiah is only beginning to figure things out. The whole mess starts when Jeremiah’s family visits the grandparents in Britain. It soon becomes freakishly apparent that most of Jeremiah’s ancestors, dating back to 1745, currently reside in Nana and Papa’s attic—and they are full of useful information. It turns out, his eighth great-uncle Edgar was wrongly hanged for murder centuries ago. Inspired by Edgar’s parents, the Earl Mortimer and the Countess Leila, Jeremiah, with Susanne, decides to help his disgraced relative and solve a mystery from the 1700s to bring closure to Edgar and his beloved Jemima. Throughout his investigations, Jeremiah makes a shocking discovery: some of his ancestors really were killers. As he solves an old mystery, a new murder has to be stopped: Jeremiah’s own! With the help of other quick-thinking ancestors, he must avoid becoming another dead occupant of Papa’s attic. To stay alive, Jeremiah will quickly learn what kindness and fair play can do against evil.
Download or read book Family Secrets written by Max Willis Foxton and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2018-12-10 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With his sister’s urging, elderly Jeremiah recounts the first of their many youthful adventures. Jeremiah and Susanne discover a lot of the Morris clan’s family history, and young Jeremiah is only beginning to figure things out. The whole mess starts when Jeremiah’s family visits the grandparents in Britain. It soon becomes freakishly apparent that most of Jeremiah’s ancestors dating back to 1745 currently reside in Nana and Papa’s attic—and they are full of useful information. It turns out his eighth great-uncle Edgar was wrongly hung for murder centuries ago. Inspired by Edgar’s parents, the Earl Mortimer and the Countess Leila, Jeremiah and Susanne decide to help his disgraced relative and solve a mystery from the 1700s to bring closure to Edgar and his beloved Jemima. Throughout his investigations, Jeremiah makes a shocking discovery: some of his ancestors really are killers. As he solves an old mystery, a new murder has to be stopped: Jeremiah’s own! With the help of other quick-thinking ancestors, he must avoid becoming another dead occupant of Papa’s attic. To stay alive, Jeremiah will quickly learn what kindness and fair play can do against evil.
Download or read book Lost Soul written by Kelly Louis and published by Singapore New Reading Technology Pte Ltd. This book was released on with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hannah was a troubled soul, her past horrors have molded her into a sad, melancholic girl. She has been through a lot of painful stuff that she decided to end her life. As she lay down a bathtub filled with her blood, she did not realize that her death was just the beginning of her journey... A series of mysterious occurrences take place after her death. It all starts with her step-brother Matthew's discovery of a letter from Hannah. Her vengeful spirit seems to live on to haunt those who have wronged her. Devon the love of her life, Cassidy her best friend who betrayed her, her mother Lucy who bore Hannah with her affair with Garret, and Brandon Johnson her dad who has kept a dark secret involving Hannah. One by one, page by page of each letter the truth unfolds and her hauntings may not be the real horror in this story. This is not just a horror story but a twisted love story that transcends life and death.
Download or read book A Green Light for Mom written by Jayden M. Semotan and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2019-04-22 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In April of 2017, Jayden M. Semotan’s life changed greatly. After learning his mom was being deployed for more than six months, he had so many questions. Would she die? Would she go to war? As a nine-year-old boy, he didn’t know how to handle his feelings. Having his mom deployed was very different than having his dad go. A Green Light for Mom chronicles his journey of emotions, frustrations, and struggles as he survives the challenges of a parent’s deployment. Jayden tells how he experienced significant life events without having his mom to share them with, like his first double-digit birthday, travels to Florida with only his dad, graduating from fourth grade, and all the ups and downs of his sports involvement. Jayden also shares how he and his dad had an opportunity to travel to the other side of the world to see his mom. In the end, Jayden realizes he can overcome tough times. He learns that true strength comes from family.
