Download or read book Don t Call Me Grandma written by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and published by Carolrhoda Books. This book was released on 2016-02-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great-grandmother Nell eats fish for breakfast, she doesn't hug or kiss, and she does NOT want to be called grandma. Her great-granddaughter isn't sure what to think about her. As she slowly learns more about Nell's life and experiences, the girl finds ways to connect with her prickly great-grandmother.

Download or read book When My Plans Were Crushed He Helped Me Find The Way written by Jenn Mumma and published by Writers Republic LLC. This book was released on 2023-03-31 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book was written after the better part of two years in bed from both physical and mental health problems. I'll get more into that in the book. Journaling was therapeutic for me, and little did I know it would become a book. In this book, I talk about my trials and how I, with God having my back, was able to conquer most of them. I felt, and still feel, like I woke from a coma; and trying to reintegrate into my life was a challenge and at times still is. I want you to walk away from reading this book feeling like with God, you can get through anything life throws at you-because you can! It may not look like what you planned, but it's exactly what God planned. I hope that this book is relatable and gives you inspiration and courage and that you can see where God has touched me throughout my life.

Download or read book The Journey of an Abused Child written by William Bullock and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-10-27 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This author tells the true story of his younger life of physical abuse and extreme mental abuse that was imposed upon him by an unstable stepdad on a daily basis. In this book, the author shares raw events from his abuse that occurred when he was ten years old to about fifteen years old, and the only safe place he could sometimes escape to was his grandma's house and the local church whenever he was allowed to attend. One day, he met a total stranger on the street while jogging who broke his concentration and level of endurance and proceeded to ask several questions out of the blue, causing him to be startled, asking him questions that caused him to confront and reflect back on a part of his life he had tried to deny and forget. This Christian stranger later introduced him to a caring God-fearing man by the name of Pastor Gerald who helped him in changing his life forever. He was told that you cannot conquer that which you do not confront. You must confront the problem before you can conquer it. He further says that since this spiritual encounter with Pastor Gerald Greene, his life has never been the same.

Download or read book Aven Green Soccer Machine written by Dusti Bowling and published by Union Square & Co.. This book was released on 2023-04-04 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aven Green, the remarkable heroine of Dusti Bowling’s Life of a Cactus series, marches to her own beat in this hilarious, upbeat, and unforgettable chapter book. Third-grader Aven Green is an expert soccer player. She even has her own top secret moves! But when her friend Sujata joins the team, Aven has a hard time learning to help the new player shine. When the time comes to choose a new team captain, will Aven learn to share the spotlight and understand what it means to be a team player? Praise for Aven Green Music Machine: "Realistic, affirming, and uplifting." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for Aven Green Sleuthing Machine: “Bowling’s beloved “Life of a Cactus” protagonist returns in a new series of chapter books that capture her life as third grader. . . . Young readers will laugh aloud at Aven’s funny reactions . . . [and] they will be intrigued by the practical skills she has perfected. . . . This chapter book companion to Bowling’s well-loved middle-grade series is a recommended purchase.” —School Library Journal (Starred review)

Download or read book But Should the Angels Call for Him written by Glenda Pearson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2004-01-05 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Glenda Pearson had a story that needed to be told. This is that story. There are no words to express the devastation that a parent feels when a child is taken from them. When her 21-year-old son was killed in an accident, so many dreams for the future went with him. The painful journey that followed has been an emotional roller coaster and a catalyst for self-discovery. Her search for meaning and exploration of herself in a world that had turned upside-down changed the course of her life. Here, Glenda offers you the insights and wisdom she has gained from her life experiences. To view newspaper articles on the book and author please go to www.angelscall.us

Download or read book Gray s Blade written by Elizabeth Stevens and published by Sleeping Dragon Books. This book was released on 2018-08-03 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You've read Hannibal's side. Now, read mine. Can one person really help you kill the monster inside? Maybe... I'm not a good guy. But, I love my little brother and I will do whatever it takes to keep him safe; the last thing I need is another dead body on my conscience. There were only two things I wanted in life; be there for Matty and lose myself for long enough to get some respite from the horrors of our past. Until I met her; the mud-streaked girl with the ability to arouse my mind as well as...other things. My captain of the A-team, Hannibal is as sweet and smart as she is sexy. But, the monster of my past - the one that created a monster in me - will not die and I can't bring her into that. I try to pull away, to save her from the pain I'll inevitably bring her. Except, my Hannibal's a fighter and she won't give up on me. No matter how many reasons I give her, that thing - that bond - between us only strengthens. Maybe Hannibal's the reason I've been looking for to finally put the monster of my past to rest. Maybe she can give me the strength to finally kill the monster that lurks within me. Could she be my Gray's Blade? A sizzling YA romance about first love and learning to let go of a painful past, this is Cole's story from his point of view. The companion novel, No More Maybes, is from Aurora's point of view; much like the characters themselves, Aurora's version is lighter, cleaner, and sweeter. Read through to the end of Gray's Blade for a sneak peek at chapter one of Aurora's side. Not recommended for younger readers due to mature content.

Download or read book Grandma I Want to Die written by Nancy Kay and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2020-09-02 with total page 119 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book Delisted

Download or read book My New Roots written by Sarah Britton and published by Clarkson Potter. This book was released on 2015-03-31 with total page 585 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At long last, Sarah Britton, called the “queen bee of the health blogs” by Bon Appétit, reveals 100 gorgeous, all-new plant-based recipes in her debut cookbook, inspired by her wildly popular blog. Every month, half a million readers—vegetarians, vegans, paleo followers, and gluten-free gourmets alike—flock to Sarah’s adaptable and accessible recipes that make powerfully healthy ingredients simply irresistible. My New Roots is the ultimate guide to revitalizing one’s health and palate, one delicious recipe at a time: no fad diets or gimmicks here. Whether readers are newcomers to natural foods or are already devotees, they will discover how easy it is to eat healthfully and happily when whole foods and plants are at the center of every plate.

Download or read book INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN RELATIONS STUDIES written by George Henderson and published by Charles C Thomas Publisher. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is based on the authors' experiences as professors of human relations and community activists at the University of Oklahoma, which has the largest degree-granting human relations program in the United States. The specific objectives of this book are to prepare students to work for the provision of equal opportunities for minority groups and women, develop skills pertaining to leadership, communication, group and organizational behaviors by the analysis of behavioral science data, and to function responsibly in situations where conflict and tension call for coordination of interpersonal, intergroup and organization efforts. The programs discussed in this book were designed to provide participants with opportunities to gain self-insight, knowledge of moral and ethical codes of behaviors as well as group dynamics, communication skills, and cognitive tools used to diagnose problems and select the appropriate strategies for change. Unique features include: historical and current human relations problems and strategies; interdisciplinary approaches to the creation and development of human relations programs; an educational approach to the ways of supplementing and complementing relevant issues; emphasis on social justice and equity; and the similarities and differences among and between culturally different people. Several articles and essays that illustrate a few of the issues that concerned professional helpers may be involved in are included. Special attention is given to the consequences of unequal educational, economic, political, and social opportunities for some of our nation's citizens. This book will be a valuable tool for students who are enrolled in their first courses pertaining to professional helpers, teachers, licensed therapists, counselors, business managers, human service practitioners, and community organizers.

Download or read book A Calling in Question written by Peter Walther and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012-10 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the moment of his birth in 1937, author Peter Walther was absorbed into the culture of the Catholic Church. Later, as an eleven-year-old boy, he believed he was called by God to be a missionary priest. Seventeen years later, he found himself an ordained Catholic priest journeying to a mission station in Sabah, North Borneo. A Calling in Question tells Walther's story of his struggle to free himself from the tangled web of a Catholic upbringing. This memoir presents a collage of several stories, weaving in and out like patterns in a fabric. It is the story of a small boy, growing up in the midst of a world war. It is the story of a family caught in the disintegration of the British class system. It is the story of a Catholic Church, toying with the challenge of change and failing to accept that challenge. It is the story of his experiences deep in the Borneo rain forest, where he initiates a project to teach desperately needed vocational skills. It is a story of his burgeoning relationship with a local health worker that forces Walther to finally confront his ambivalence about being a priest. Most of all, however, A Calling in Question narrates the story of a young man struggling to be authentic while breaking from the embrace of a Catholic culture that had become a substitute for family.

Download or read book Sooner Secrets written by Shelley L. Levisay and published by The Wild Rose Press Inc. This book was released on 2022-02-21 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Oklahoma where Sooner football is almost a religion, what could be worse than defending a wife accused of murdering a former pro-football star? For Jenna Miller, that's just a typical Monday morning. After seven years in the Public Defender's Office and many personal betrayals, she believes no one can be trusted. But her latest client, Claire, penetrates her tough exterior. As Jenna digs further, she finds forces are conspiring against Claire, who may have done the world a favor when she killed the monster in her home. If Jenna can't save Claire, not only will Claire's life be over, but a six-year-old girl will be left without her mother. Despite the danger, Jenna risks it all in the hunt for justice.

Download or read book Grandma s Garden written by Keith Blackburn and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2007-04-05 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1946, Kenny is just three years old. He faces the usual childhood traumas, but set against the stark backdrop of an industrial West Yorkshire town. This book features his progress, from a naive three-year old, through to his teens - from falling in love at the age of 6, to his sexual fantasies over his music teacher in the secondary school.

Download or read book Happily Ever After Rescue Team Agents of H E A R T written by Sam Hay and published by Feiwel & Friends. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young girl’s wish to help out in her family’s seaside café gets out of hand when she accidentally summons a rescue squad of fairytale princesses in this first book of a fun new illustrated chapter book series, Happily Ever After Rescue Team: Agents of H.E.A.R.T.! After her parents move the family to a new town, all Evie wants is to help out in their new café. But nobody wants a kid—no matter how wonderful of a waitress they are—underfoot. And she does have an unfortunate habit of dropping, and spilling, and crashing! But, she also has a knack for super-fantastic dessert ideas that could win the best café contest—if only her dad and stepmom would listen! When her frustrated wish to help accidentally summons a group of fairytale princesses right out of a storybook, Evie finds herself busy fending off their well-meaning attempts to “rescue” her. Agents of HEART? More like agents of chaos! ...she’s keeping the puppy though. In the first book of a new series by Spy Penguins author, Sam Hay, Evie learns that new friends, a good book, and a lot of heart are all the ingredients she needs for her own happily ever after.

Download or read book The Wild Soccer Bunch Collection 5 Books Set written by Joachim Masannek and published by Sole Books. This book was released on 2014-12 with total page 646 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All five books in the bestselling The Wild Soccer Bunch series are now available together for the first time! Included are Book 1 - Kevin the Star Striker, Book 2 - Diego the Tornado, Book 3 - Zoe the Fearless, Book 4 - Julian the Mighty, and Book 5 - Max the Golden Boot. Book 1 - Kevin the Star Striker: Kevin and his friends challenge the Unbeatables in the biggest game of their lives. Book 2 - Diego the Tornado: Diego turns the Wild Soccer Bunch into a club team and challenges the Furies the best team in the state to a game! Book 3 - Zoe the Fearless: Zoe wants to be the first girl to ever play on the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team! But first she challenges the Wild Soccer Bunch. Book 4 - Julian the Mighty: Julian, the all-in-one defender, is looking for his dad who left home years ago. What happens next tests Julian's character and the resolve and friendship of the Wild Soccer Bunch. Book 5 - Max the Golden Boot: Max, an amazing striker is the new player on the team. A power struggle ensues and threatens to break up and destroy the Wild Soccer Bunch, who are on the top of their game.

Download or read book The Sun Is Always Shining written by DeAntwann Johnson and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2017-11-30 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In life, we all have two choices: be the ominous cloud that people avoid and run from, or be the warm light that manages to peek through to be a guiding force for the world. That light reveals lifes infinite possibilities and assures them that no matter what, The Sun Is Always Shining. Escaping the darkness is no easy feat. It takes every bit of courage one can muster upthrough faith. DeAntwann Johnson takes us on a riveting, fact-based journey about Jeremy Deon Allen, a youth whose childhood, rampant with abandonment, rejection, abuse, instability, and the perils of the child welfare system, threatens to push him into a life of crime, years in prisonand possibly an early death. Learn how Jeremy harnessed all of his painful events and lessons, climbed out of the darkness, and chose to shine. By embracing a life upheld with strong Christian values, and making a conscious decision to tear down the wall of constraint that endangered his future, he stepped into a life of victory, purpose, and service. See how Jeremys story encourages youth, whose worlds are rife with chaos, to bravely weather their storms, seek the sun in their hearts, and win in their lives.

Download or read book Soccer Grannies written by Jean Duffy and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-05-10 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The inspirational story of an amazing group of soccer-playing South African grannies. In rural South Africa, beloved humanitarian “Mama Beka” defied social convention and started a soccer team for the women in her community. The Soccer Grannies, as they came to be known, won over their families and villages who at first rejected the idea of older women playing soccer, and that single team quickly grew into dozens. Soon, the strength, tenacity, and pure joy of the Soccer Grannies had captured the attention of the world. In Soccer Grannies: The South African Women Who Inspire the World, Jean Duffy, a soccer-playing mom herself, recounts how she and her team set to work to bring the Soccer Grannies to the U.S. after hearing their incredible story. Despite many obstacles that stand in their way, the Soccer Grannies finally arrive, and Jean describes the wonderful friendships and cultural exchanges that follow. But Soccer Grannies tells more than just the physical journey of the South African women; it also details the Grannies’ personal journeys, sharing poignant insights into the realities of women living in South Africa. Life beyond the pitch has not been easy for the Grannies. They have persevered through apartheid, rampant poverty and unemployment, the loss of children to AIDS, domestic abuse, and more. But with the friendship and support of their fellow Soccer Grannies, these women face life’s challenges with dignity, humor, and hope. Their stories show to the world the power of sport and its unique ability to bring people and cultures together.

Download or read book Not Fade Away written by Rebecca A. Alexander and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-09-11 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Even a darkening world can be brilliantly lit from within. Born with a rare genetic mutation called Usher Syndrome type III, Rebecca Alexander has been simultaneously losing both her sight and hearing since she was a child, and was told that she would likely be completely blind and deaf by age 30. Then, at 18, a fall from a window left her athletic body completely shattered. None of us know what we would do in the face of such devastation. What Rebecca did was rise to every challenge she faced. She was losing her vision and hearing and her body was broken, but she refused to lose her drive, her zest for life and – maybe most importantly – her sense of humor. Now, at 35, with only a sliver of sight and significantly deteriorated hearing, she is a psychotherapist with two masters’ degrees from Columbia University, and an athlete who teaches spin classes and regularly competes in extreme endurance races. She greets every day as if it were a gift, with boundless energy, innate curiosity, and a strength of spirit that have led her to places we can't imagine. In Not Fade Away, Rebecca tells her extraordinary story, by turns harrowing, funny and inspiring. She meditates on what she’s lost—from the sound of a whisper to seeing a sky full of stars, and what she’s found in return—an exquisite sense of intimacy with those she is closest to, a love of silence, a profound gratitude for everything she still has, and a joy in simple pleasures that most of us forget to notice. Not Fade Away is both a memoir of the senses and a unique look at the obstacles we all face—physical, psychological, and philosophical—exploring the extraordinary powers of memory, love, and perseverance. It is a gripping story, an offering of hope and motivation, and an exquisite reminder to live each day to its fullest.