Download or read book My Father Left Me Ireland written by Michael Brendan Dougherty and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-04-30 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect gift for parents this Father’s Day: a beautiful, gut-wrenching memoir of Irish identity, fatherhood, and what we owe to the past. “A heartbreaking and redemptive book, written with courage and grace.” –J.D. Vance, author of Hillbilly Elegy “…a lovely little book.” –Ross Douthat, The New York Times The child of an Irish man and an Irish-American woman who split up before he was born, Michael Brendan Dougherty grew up with an acute sense of absence. He was raised in New Jersey by his hard-working single mother, who gave him a passion for Ireland, the land of her roots and the home of Michael's father. She put him to bed using little phrases in the Irish language, sang traditional songs, and filled their home with a romantic vision of a homeland over the horizon. Every few years, his father returned from Dublin for a visit, but those encounters were never long enough. Devastated by his father's departures, Michael eventually consoled himself by believing that fatherhood was best understood as a check in the mail. Wearied by the Irish kitsch of the 1990s, he began to reject his mother's Irish nationalism as a romantic myth. Years later, when Michael found out that he would soon be a father himself, he could no longer afford to be jaded; he would need to tell his daughter who she is and where she comes from. He immediately re-immersed himself in the biographies of firebrands like Patrick Pearse and studied the Irish language. And he decided to reconnect with the man who had left him behind, and the nation just over the horizon. He began writing letters to his father about what he remembered, missed, and longed for. Those letters would become this book. Along the way, Michael realized that his longings were shared by many Americans of every ethnicity and background. So many of us these days lack a clear sense of our cultural origins or even a vocabulary for expressing this lack--so we avoid talking about our roots altogether. As a result, the traditional sense of pride has started to feel foreign and dangerous; we've become great consumers of cultural kitsch, but useless conservators of our true history. In these deeply felt and fascinating letters, Dougherty goes beyond his family's story to share a fascinating meditation on the meaning of identity in America.

Download or read book Built to Grow written by Royston Guest and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-12-05 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘This book is straightforward, factual and to the point. Any Leader responsible for business growth should read it! A blueprint full of practical ideas and tools to inspire you into action’—Craig Donaldson - Chief Executive Officer, Metro Bank (RANKED NUMBER ONE IN GLASSDOOR’S HIGHEST RATED CEO 2016) If you asked a cross-section of business leaders, business owners and entrepreneurs what their biggest business challenge is, you would probably hear the same recurring thought: growing their business in a sustainable, predictable, yet profitable way – quickly. It’s a reality that most businesses and individuals never reach their full potential, always yearning for the ‘thing’ that will catapult them into significance, but never really finding it. Whether you’re an entrepreneur starting out, or a director, executive or business leader climbing the corporate ladder, the building blocks of Built to Grow are universally applicable. Developed in the real world laboratory of thousands of businesses in twenty-seven countries spanning over two decades, Built to Grow is a proven, time-tested model to unlock the real potential in your business. Avoid the common pitfalls of a trial and error approach to business growth. Built to Grow is full of practical strategies, tools and ideas, backed up with real world case studies to illustrate what can be achieved - leaving you equipped to transform your businesses performance and drive tangible results. Built to Grow is destined to become your handbook, your ‘go to’ guide, your roadmap to accelerated, sustained and profitable business growth.

Download or read book Voice Lessons for Parents written by Wendy Mogel and published by Scribner. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author and host of the podcast Nurture vs Nurture Dr. Wendy Mogel “teaches parents the dialect needed to converse with their daughters and sons at every stage of life” (Chicago Tribune). Dr. Wendy Mogel, “one of the most astute psychologists on the planet (Angela Duckworth, New York Times bestselling author of Grit) observed a pattern in her practice: when parents speak to their children their pitch tends to rise, and they come across as pleading, indignant, wounded, outraged. Their tone and body language signal, I can’t handle it when you act like a child. In response, Dr. Mogel developed a remarkably effective series of “voice lessons,” for parents who were struggling to communicate. The results were immediate: a shift in vocal style led to calmer kids, who listened more attentively and responded with warmth, respect, and sincerity. In Voice Lessons for Parents, Mogel elaborates on her novel clinical approach, revealing how each age and stage of a child’s life brings new opportunities to connect . Drawing from a range of sources including neuroscience, fairy tales, and anthropology, Mogel offers specific guidance for talking to children across the expanse of childhood and adolescence. She also explains the best ways to talk about your child to partners, exes, and grandparents, as well as to teachers, coaches, and caretakers. And she addresses the distraction of digital devices—how they impact our interactions with our families, and what we can do about it.

Download or read book Lessons My Father Taught Me written by Michael Reagan and published by Humanix Books. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I know in my heart that man is good. That what is right will always eventually triumph. And there's purpose and worth to each and every life." —Ronald Reagan Noted political commentator Michael Reagan, the son of Ronald Reagan and first wife Jane Wyman, has traveled across America, giving speeches and meeting the public. Time and time again, people tell him how much they love and miss his father, and what his presidency meant to them. In a world where role models are few and far between, Ronald Reagan’s legacy stands strong. In Lessons My Father Taught Me, Michael Reagan looks back over his years with his father and reflects on what he has learned from the greatest man he has ever known—and one of the greatest men the world has known. When Michael was growing up, his father would drive him out to his ranch. There Ronald Reagan taught Michael how to ride a horse, how to shoot a gun, and much more. As they drove together or did chores together, Michael’s father told him stories and taught him about life, love, family, faith, success, and leadership. Michael didn’t fully appreciate those lessons at the time, but years later he remembered—and he understood. Now, Michael Reagan shares his father’s wisdom and experience in this inspiring book.

Download or read book Things I Wish My Parents Taught Me written by Bruce Ellemo and published by Bruce Ellemo. This book was released on 2017-07-25 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Things I Wish My Parents Taught Me is an inspiring book that teaches the reader how to create a life you love. Bruce Ellemo, a father of two and former three time All-Canadian soccer player, holds a degree in economics from the University of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada. As founder and President of his company, Assured Lease.com, Bruce has negotiated over $100,000,000 to date in lease finance transactions across Canada and the US. Through his study of many of our greatest modern life philosophers, Earl Nightingale, Jim Rohn, Dr. Wayne Dyer, Napoleon Hill, Steven Covey and Deepak Chopra, to name a few, and his business negotiations over the last 20 years, Bruce has developed a deepened ability to understand himself and the people with whom he does business. "Most of us understand the importance of ROI (return on investment) when it comes to finances and business, but what I admire about Bruce is how he has invested in himself (physically, emotionally and spiritually) to have a more fulfilling and happier life, for not only himself and his family but for all of us. A must read if you wish to maximize the return on your greatest asset, which is you!" -Allan Eng, President Your Franchise Expert "The Things I Wish My Parents Told Me" is an amazingly inspiring and insightful read for anyone who wants to live a richer and more fulfilling life. No matter what your age or where you are in your journey, the wisdom that Bruce Ellemo provides will put you on a pathway to growth and happiness." -Don Coulter, CEO Coast Capital Savings "Full of excellent advice for us all from life learned skills and experiences. Inspiring to say the very least. It is an honour and privilege to call Bruce my friend and draw on his wisdom continuously." -Ramon Chait, Co-President Blue Chip Leasing Corp. "I've known Bruce for over 20 years to be a determined, caring, insightful and committed person. As he inspires those around him, so will this page turner!" -David Nickel, Founder SNAP Financial Group In this book, you will learn: - How to create the life you want - instead of just surviving day to day - How to be inspired - How to be at peace in your mind - How to increase your health and fitness - How to be happy "You will be reminded of the tried and true principles of living a great life and discover how to leverage the resources you have, to do more with less. Bruce's message, will encourage and inspire you into the right actions!" - Michael Ireland, Realtor and developer

Download or read book Life Lessons My Mother Taught Me written by Andrea Young and published by Tarcher. This book was released on 2000 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The daughter of former Atlanta mayor Andrew Young draws universal lessons from her mother's extraordinary life, weaving personal stories of Jean Young against a backdrop rich in the turbulent politics of our recent past. 15 photos.

Download or read book Lessons From My Parents written by Ashley Nance and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever experienced a moment in your life when you began to appreciate the stories and lessons your parents might have shared with you? Perhaps it was a moment quietly working when your father told you of his painful experience during WWII; or when your mother taught you about beauty while picking daffodils for her neighbor; or when in a moment of tragedy you recall how your parents handled something so difficult with such poise and strength that it helped you go on? Our culture and our history is created through stories, personal stories, whether funny or sad, light or difficult, poignant or profound. Lessons From My Parents has collected 100 such stories from writers from across the world and shares them in this seminal work celebrating the life lessons we learn without even realizing it.

Download or read book Lessons From My Father written by Tariq Raheem and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-01-14 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This resource guide presents 100 short pivotal life lessons that I have learned from my father that are useful for any child. Many of the lessons are sprinkled with connections to historical and contemporary leaders that have used these ideas to help them to be successful. Frederick Douglass, Paul Robeson, Oprah Winfrey, Steve Jobs and Muhammad Ali, are just a few of the people referenced. This resource guide is recommended for all educators, coaches, social workers and parents seeking to teach children pivotal life skills with real examples to support the discussion. Young people will learn the A to Z elements of life needed to be more successful. Learn how to appreciate the gifts you have, or why the word "CAN'T" should not be a part of your vocabulary. Why turn the television off, and why it is important to think outside the box and much more. One concept out of the 100 lessons presented could change a child's life.

Download or read book Anecdotes for the Family Or Lessons of Truth and Duty for Every day Life written by and published by . This book was released on 1862 with total page 582 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Lessons Learned written by Josh Pauls and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2019-07-26 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Life constantly changes the shots it throws at us. Do you know what to do when life’s on a breakaway to your open net? Or, do you know how to face a major roadblock in your career? Furthermore, are you looking for gold medal-winning strategies to help you get the edge in your field? Lessons Learned: My Journey to the Podium is the real-life story of three-time gold medal winning Paralympian Josh Pauls on his adventure to achieving his dreams. This inspirational book takes readers through Josh’s life, from having his legs amputated at ten months old to becoming the youngest team captain of the US Sled Hockey Team. In Lessons Learned: My Journey to the Podium, you will learn: • inspiration and strategies on how to reach the top of your field through unique stories and humor, • valuable lessons you can apply to your everyday life and overcome the challenges you face, • what it is like to be behind the scenes at some of the world’s greatest sporting events, • the real reason why Josh Pauls can honestly say, “I can guarantee if I had come out with fully functional legs, I wouldn’t have had the great life I have now.” A story of triumph over challenges, Lessons Learned: My Journey to the Podium demonstrates that success can be measured not only by the end goal, but also on the journey it took to get there. Success isn't something that happens overnight. Josh Pauls shows how hard work, determination, and persistence can positively affect one's life. "My biggest asset is the positive attitude I carry along with me wherever I go." —Josh Pauls

Download or read book 33 Life Lessons at 33 written by Todd Nguyen and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The day after my thirty-third birthday, I felt a little melancholy and unsure of myself, so I decided to jot down some notes, to not only gather my thoughts but also to reassure myself of who I am. Before I knew it, the notes became as thick as a book. This book helps me count my blessings, as well as recalling my cherished past. I hope that in this book youll find strength, compassion, happiness, courage, and comfort in knowing that we are all more similar than we are different, linked by our human struggles.

Download or read book Listening Inggris Praktis Dictation Book Volume 1 written by Willyam Wen and published by Willyam Wen. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jika anda adalah seorang yang ingin meningkatkan kemampuan listening anda secara otodidak atau jika anda adalah seorang guru Bahasa Inggris yang membutuhkan buku panduan listening yang tepat untuk digunakan di kelas, maka buku ini adalah buku yang tepat untuk anda. Didesain secara khusus dan hati-hti sehingga materi-materi yang terdapat di buku ini mudah diikuti dan sangat menyenangkan untuk dipeljri sehingga tidak akan membuat anda atau murid anda menjadi bosan dalam meningkatkan kemampuan listening mereka.

Download or read book Lessons in Gratitude written by Aaron P Dworkin and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2024-08-14 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lessons in Gratitude tells the story of Aaron Dworkin, a MacArthur Fellow, social entrepreneur, and spoken word artist who has dedicated his life’s work to changing the face of classical arts in the world. The themes of persistence, passion, and loyalty shine through stories of an unhappy childhood, a lifelong search for identity, and the obstacles of race, culture, and class. Readers will learn how the author greets these challenges and how they drove him to make a difference for people who are shut out of opportunity. Persistence in the face of multiple failures and false starts ultimately led Dworkin to create the Sphinx Organization, whose mission is to address the underrepresentation of Black and Latinx people in the field of the classical arts. Aaron’s unique journey, which begins with his adoption by a white Jewish couple from Chicago at two weeks of age, leads him to the ultimate reunification with his birth family at the age of 31. Lessons of Gratitude is a coming of age story that examines the difficulties of biracial identity across generations and the challenges that mixed race families still face today. It is also a painful and honest adoption memoir, further complicating the narrator’s experiences of racial identity throughout his life and shaping his experiences with his own children. Through his work in the arts and the impact of this work, Dworkin has been able to “pay forward” the first thing that offered him unconditional love—music.

Download or read book Oh the Places I ve Been written by Bernice Livingston Youtz and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-03-05 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Oh! the Places I've Been is a memoir Bernice Livingston Youtz has written primarily for her family and a few friends. She relates childhood in the Depression of the 1930s (she always knew that it was spelled with a capital D), adolescence during World War II, young adulthood, marriage, children in the post-war 1950s. She recalls an early love of reading which led, not surprisingly, to an aspiration for travel, although there was no opportunity for that until she was an adult, no "study abroad" programs or summers hosteling in Europe. She made up for that in work and travel in post-war Europe, and--after her marriage--she and her husband lived in Beirut, Lebanon, for three years. She writes of the great pleasure she took in raising her three children and in the travel she has been privileged to enjoy in recent years. She is grateful for the privilege of having lived in Lebanon and on two occasions in France, has traveled in some sixty countries. She still reads, thinks often of the many people she has known throughout the world.

Download or read book Before the Fires written by Mark Naison and published by Fordham Univ Press. This book was released on 2016-09-01 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Residents of the South Bronx during its promising postwar decades tell their stories in their own words. In the 1930s, word spread in Harlem that there were spacious apartments for rent in the Morrisania section of the Bronx. Landlords, desperate to avoid foreclosure, began putting signs in windows and placing ads in New York’s black newspapers that said “We rent to select colored families”—by which they meant those with a securely employed wage earner and light complexions. Black families moved in by the score, beginning a period in which the Bronx served as a borough of hope and upward mobility. Chronicling a time when African Americans were suspended between the best and worst possibilities of New York City, Before the Fires tells the personal stories of men and women who lived in the South Bronx before the social and economic decline of the late 1960s. Located on a hill overlooking a large industrial district, Morrisania offered migrants from Harlem, the South, and the Caribbean an opportunity to raise children in a neighborhood with better schools, strong churches, more shopping, less crime, and clean air. It also boasted vibrant music venues, giving rise to such titans as Herbie Hancock, Eddie Palmieri, Valerie Simpson, the Chantels, and Jimmy Owens. Rich in detail, these interviews describe growing up and living in communities rarely mentioned in other histories. Before the Fires captures the optimism of the period—as well as the heartache of what was lost in the urban crisis and the burning of the Bronx. “Excellent . . . profound, moving.” —Robert W. Snyder, Rutgers University, Newark

Download or read book Louis Spohr s Autobiography written by Louis Spohr and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 690 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Rhetoric of Reflection written by Kathleen Yancey and published by University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflection in writing studies is now entering a third generation. Dating from the 1970s, the first generation of reflection focused on identifying and describing internal cognitive processes assumed to be part of composing. The second generation, operating in both classroom and assessment scenes in the 1990s, developed mechanisms for externalizing reflection, making it visible and thus explicitly available to help writers. Now, a third generation of work in reflection is emerging. As mapped by the contributors to A Rhetoric of Reflection, this iteration of research and practice is taking up new questions in new sites of activity and with new theories. It comprises attention to transfer of writing knowledge and practice, teaching and assessment, portfolios, linguistic and cultural difference, and various media, including print and digital. It conceptualizes conversation as a primary reflective medium, both inside and outside the classroom and for individuals and collectives, and articulates the role that different genres play in hosting reflection. Perhaps most important in the work of this third generation is the identification and increasing appreciation of the epistemic value of reflection, of its ability to help make new meanings, and of its rhetorical power—for both scholars and students. Contributors: Anne Beaufort, Kara Taczak, Liane Robertson, Michael Neal, Heather Ostman, Cathy Leaker, Bruce Horner, Asao B. Inoue, Tyler Richmond, J. Elizabeth Clark, Naomi Silver, Christina Russell McDonald, Pamela Flash, Kevin Roozen, Jeff Sommers, Doug Hesse