Download or read book Love s Promises written by Martha M. Ertman and published by Beacon Press. This book was released on 2016-05-24 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Blends memoir and legal cases to show how contracts can create family relationships Most people think of love and contracts as strange bedfellows, or even opposites. In Love’s Promises, however, law professor Martha Ertman shows that far from cold and calculating, contracts shape and sustain families. Blending memoir and law, Ertman delves into the legal cases, anecdotes, and history of family law to show that love comes in different packages, each shaped by different contracts and mini-contracts she calls “deals.” Family law should and often does recognize that variety because legal rules, like relationships, aren’t one size fits all. The most common form of family—which Ertman calls “Plan A”—come into being through different kinds of agreements than the more uncommon families that she dubs “Plan B.” Recognizing the contractual core of all families shows that Plan B is neither unnatural nor unworthy of legal recognition, just different. After telling her own moving and often irreverent story about becoming part of a Plan B family of two moms and a dad raising a child, Ertman shows that all kinds of people—straight and gay, married and single, related by adoption or by genetics—use contracts to shape their relationships. As couples navigate marriage, reproductive technologies, adoption, and cohabitation, they encounter contracts. Sometimes hidden and other times openly acknowledged, these contracts ensure that the people they think of as “family” are legally recognized as family in the eyes of the law. Family exchanges can be substantial, like vows of fidelity, or small, like “I cook and you clean.” But regardless of scope, the agreements shape the emotional, social, and financial terrain of family relationships. Seeing the instrumental role contracts will help readers better understand how contracts and deals work in their own families as well as those around them. Both insightful and paradigm-shifting, Love’s Promises lets readers in on the power of contracts and deals to support love in its many forms and to honor the different ways that our nearest and dearest contribute to our daily lives.

Download or read book I Promise written by LeBron James and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2020-08-11 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! An Instant Indie Bestseller! *An Amazon Best Book of the Year * A B&N Best Book of the Year* A great gift for tiny go-getters and big dreamers, including for back to school! NBA champion and superstar LeBron James pens a slam-dunk picture book inspired by his foundation’s I PROMISE program that motivates children everywhere to always #StriveForGreatness. Just a kid from Akron, Ohio, who is dedicated to uplifting youth everywhere, LeBron James knows the key to a better future is to excel in school, do your best, and keep your family close. I Promise is a lively and inspiring picture book that reminds us that tomorrow’s success starts with the promises we make to ourselves and our community today. Featuring James’s upbeat, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations perfectly crafted for a diverse audience by #1 New York Times bestselling and Geisel Honor winning artist Nina Mata, this book has the power to inspire all children and families to be their best. Perfect for shared reading in and out of the classroom, I Promise is also a great gift for graduation, birthdays, and other occasions. Plus check out the audiobook, read by LeBron James's mother and I Promise School supporter Gloria James!

Download or read book Love s Enduring Promise Love Comes Softly Book 2 written by Janette Oke and published by Bethany House. This book was released on 2003-11-01 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Book 2 of Love Comes Softly. Their family growing, Clark and Marty look to bind each other together with love and faith. Over 800,000 sold!

Download or read book A Father Who Keeps His Promises written by Scott Hahn and published by . This book was released on 2023-03-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Love s Faithful Promise Courage to Dream Book 3 written by Susan Anne Mason and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2016-09-13 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Stirring Story of Love and Faith and America's Great Promise When her mother suffers a stroke, medical student Deirdre O'Leary makes the difficult choice to put her career on hold to care for her. Dr. Matthew Clayborne is renowned for his amazing results with patients, but when Deirdre approaches him about helping her mother, she finds him challenging and surly. Deirdre has had enough of complicated men in her life. After her fiancé left her, she vowed never to give a man that kind of power again. Widower Dr. Matthew Clayborne is devoted to two things: his work with wounded soldiers and his four-year-old daughter, Phoebe. He won't abandon either of these priorities to care for one older woman. However, when Phoebe suffers a health scare, they're offered respite at the Irish Meadows farm, where his daughter's weakened lungs can recover--but only if he cares for Mrs. O'Leary. Matthew intends to hate Irish Meadows, yet he immediately feels at home, and soon both Mrs. O'Leary and Phoebe are showing improvement. But since he has no intention of leaving his life up north forever, and Deirdre has sworn off marriage in favor of her career, how will they deal with the undeniable attraction between them?

Download or read book The Promise of Love written by Lori Foster and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2011-06-07 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Edited by New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster—a deeply moving romance anthology from six award-winning and bestselling authors... Everyone has secrets—some go deeper than others. They remain buried until the moment is right, the moment your heart is laid bare and embraced by a man who knows how to respect and protect. These stories feature women who are survivors of stormy pasts, and the good men who have become stronger for understanding them. Together they can overcome anything, with a love born of compassion... Features novellas from Lori Foster, Erin McCarthy, Sylvia Day, Jamie Denton, Kate Douglas, and Kathy Love—these six stories are a bounty of riches for those who enjoy reading about love and the potential it has to change our lives.

Download or read book Love s Golden Promise written by Lynette Vinet and published by . This book was released on 1993-01-01 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Love and adventure on the high seas--from the popular author of Emerald Ecstacy. Beautiful Wynter McChesney knows of only one man who can lend her the vast sums she needs to save her ancestral manor. But the collateral Cort Van Linden demands is an outrage. Proud-spirited Wynter will never agree to become the arrogant captain's doxy.

Download or read book You ll Get Through This written by Max Lucado and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2013-09-10 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We all fear that the depression will never lift, the disappointment will never stop, the pain will never leave. Here in the pits, surrounded by steep walls, we wonder if our gray skies will ever brighten. Though these unprecedented and challenging times may bring a load of uncertainty and fear that feels too heavy to bear, God gives us this promise: You'll Get Through This. In You'll Get Through This, pastor and New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado traces the story of Joseph as told in the book of Genesis. The Bible tells us that Joseph was tossed into a pit by his brothers, sold into slavery, wrongfully imprisoned, forgotten and dismissed. Yet Joseph's story is proof that we can flourish even in this broken world. On his darkest days, Joseph may have thought that the sun would never shine again, but God ultimately used these hardships for a greater purpose. Whether you find yourself in the pit of financial downturn, job loss, health crisis, or relationship stresses, God has a plan and a path forward designed just for you. Max reminds readers God doesn't promise that getting through trials will be quick or painless, but he does use our mess for good. In this book, Max will help you: Find comfort in the knowledge that you are God's child and God cares deeply for you Remember that God is near you and has never left you Look for hope in each hardship that you face Lean on your loving community in challenging times Take courage that God will restore even the most painful circumstances and use them for good Each copy of You'll Get Through This includes thoughtful questions for reflection designed to give you a chance to dive deeper into the hard yet hopeful story of Joseph's perseverance. With the compassion of a pastor, the heart of a storyteller, and the joy of one who has seen what God can do, Max explores the story of Joseph and the truth of Genesis 50:20: what Satan intends for evil, God redeems for good.

Download or read book Life Promises for Couples written by Gary Chapman and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-01-05 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everybody wants a strong, loving, God-centered marriage. In Life Promises for Couples, New York Times bestselling relationship expert Dr. Gary Chapman provides trusted words of wisdom designed to encourage and inspire couples, alongside key Bible verses that illuminate God’s plan for marriage and for nurturing healthy, happy relationships. Whether you are a young couple just starting out or you’ve just celebrated your 50th wedding anniversary, your marriage is sure to benefit from the timeless wisdom contained in this beautifully designed two-color gift book.

Download or read book God s Promises and Answers for Your Life written by Jack Countryman and published by Thomas Nelson Inc. This book was released on 1999-09-14 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Together God's Promises for Your Every Need and God's Answers for Your Life have sold in excess of eight million copies. Now these two bestsellers are available in one attractive volume.

Download or read book God s Promises for Every Day written by Thomas Nelson and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 1996-09-30 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God's Promises® for Every Day by Jack Countryman quickly guides you to helpful verses for your everyday needs, whether you're seeking God's promises and answers for your own life or for a friend. No matter what season of life we are in, we need reassurance of God's promises to us--reminders that God is with us, ready to meet our needs with His love, provision, and direction. God's Promises for Every Day provides: A collection of hundreds of verses Short readings and prayers which make it a perfect companion for time alone with God Verses to address every season of life and answer readers' most pressing questions Scriptures to comfort in times of worry, offer direction in times of crisis, and reassure you of God's love in times of discouragement Whether you're considering this for a gift or self-purchase, you should know God's Promises for Every Day is: Perfect for men and women of all ages A quick and easy-to-use Scripture reference With 15 million copies of God's Promises® books sold, Jack Countryman is a perfect guide for when you crave a word of encouragement or you need biblical direction. When you live with God's promises in your life, you will be blessed beyond your wildest imagination.

Download or read book Love s Promises written by Deborah Armstrong and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2013-04 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's easy to make promises in the name of love. Yet when life happens and it happens to be in Hollywood, sometimes promises can be difficult to keep. Love's Promises is the sequel to Deborah Armstrong's debut novel, Forever Love. Davina promised Quinn her heart and Quinn promised to keep Hollywood out of their bedroom. It's the premiere of Lovestruck, Quinn's new romantic comedy. The lights dim, the movie starts and then their world comes crashing down around them as Davina watches Quinn break his promise on the silver screen. Other works by Deborah Armstrong Forever Love 5 Stars from Brenda Casto for Readers' Favorite Ms. Armstrong provides the readers a wonderfully sweet romance, with a bit of sizzling heat, and the added twist of some suspenseful moments to make this a quick read that left me wanting much more! Love's Promises 4 stars from Kathryn Bennett for Readers' Favorite Deborah Armstrong has woven a very real and passionate story in Love's Promises. A fine blend of suspense and romance makes this a great read.

Download or read book The Shelter of God s Promises written by Sheila Walsh and published by Thomas Nelson Inc. This book was released on 2011-02 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gifted Bible teacher and inspiring Women of Faith speaker Walsh offers powerful, heart-filled teaching on 10 bedrock promises of God, providing the foundation for daily confidence, joy, and hope.

Download or read book God s Promises for Boys written by Jack Countryman and published by Tommy Nelson. This book was released on 2010-05-23 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easy way to help young boys see God’s promises and how they can rely on His love in their daily lives. The promise verses in this book are selected from the bestselling International Children’s Bible® to offer comfort and encouragement when a boy is feeling afraid, lonely, worried, angry, dissatisfied, discouraged, sad, rebellious, impatient, or sick . . . and when they need reassurance of God’s protection, love, forgiveness, help . . . and that He listens when they pray. It’s a great way for children to hide God’s Word in their hearts. Sample text: Sometimes it’s hard to tell the truth when you feel like you have something to hide. But remember—when it’s hard to be honest: God promises to reward Truth—not Lies! "You must do these things to enjoy life and have many happy days. You must not say evil things. You must not tell lies." Psalms 34:12-13

Download or read book The Promises We Keep written by R C Martin and published by . This book was released on 2015-03-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With senior year of college just a breath away, Beckham and Grayson, brothers by fate, battle against their fears and surrender to their hearts' bidding-consequences be damned-while Addison and Avery, sisters by blood, learn that in romance, all you need is love-except for when life is way more complicated than that. Written in each of their perspectives, "The Promises We Keep" tells the story of a couple joined together and another split apart. As they make plans in preparation for life after college in the "real world," they are each challenged with the reality that love can conquer all-but only if they choose to let it, which is never as easy as it sounds.

Download or read book Valentine Promises written by LeAnn Weiss and published by Revell. This book was released on 2011-08-31 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Remember what it's like to love and be loved in this beautiful collection of love stories from LeAnn Weiss. From God's timeless love letter to real-life expressions of true love, readers will be inspired by these heartfelt displays of devotion. Speaking straight to a woman's heart are stories about enduring love, surprising love, a second chance at love, long-distance love, and more. In Valentine Promises, discover how a marriage in tatters was mended and became a marriage helping others, how the power of love through a listening ear transformed a young man, how a pastor's Valentine roses for his wife became more meaningful than he knew. Throughout the book, readers will enjoy personalized Scriptures, which express the tenderness and tears of God's personal one-on-one love and care for them. Inspiring quotes, true stories about God fulfilling promises, and prayers will also remind readers that a personal relationship with the creator and his son brings his indescribable love straight into their hearts.

Download or read book Let s Always written by Susan Newman and published by Perigee Trade. This book was released on 1995 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With busy schedules and career goals taking a front seat in our lives thesedays, it is often very difficult to keep a relationship together. The divorce rate -- close to50% -- is evidence that couples may often forget that making each other feel important,special, and cherished is essential to a healthy, enduring relationship. In Let'sAlways: Promises to Make Love Last, author Susan Newman hascreated a lovely, romantic collection of promises -- large and small -- that will remindcouples to reaffirm their love everyday. This charming, loving compilation of beautiful one-line promises and affirmations issure to bring a smile to the lips of anyone in love especially around the most romantictime of year -- Valentine's Day. Let's Always is divided into six different chapters full of declarations ofpassion, commitment, honesty, and love, such as: I love you because . . . you always remember and want to celebrateour first date. I promise always to . . . meet you at the airport after a business trip. I promise never to . . . suppress my desire to be with you. Whenever I can, I'll . . . find an excuse for us to open a bottle ofchampagne and celebrate. To keep our love strong, let's . . . practice kissing. And, let's always . . . address each other by our "pet" names. This delightful, thoughtful book is as beautiful as it is sweet, with specially-designedpages and wonderful line drawings. It is a perfect gift idea for a lover, friend, or evenoneself.