Dagbøker og memoarer

When Peter Flom was five years old, his parents were told that he had "minimal brain dysfunction" and would never go to college. Peter skipped twelfth grade, did college in three years, and got his BA at twenty. He now has a Ph.D. He also has a new diagnosis: Twice Exceptional (2E). He has nonverbal learning disabilities but is also gifted. In Twice as Weird: A Memoir about Twice Exceptionality, he tells what it was like to grow up with a diagnosis that didn't exist yet, and to discover what he was.

In this riveting and raw memoir, Carol Busche takes you on her extraordinary journey through a life marked by unimaginable trials and the transformative power of faith and forgiveness. Raised amid parental addiction, neglect, and abuse, Carol's early years were steeped in trauma that followed her into adulthood, manifesting as depression, PTSD, and a compulsive eating disorder. Yet Carol's story is not one of despair but of redemption. Through her candid recounting, she shares how she grappled with her painful past in psychotherapy and how she battled her personal triggers and thoughts, leading her to some of the darkest corners of her soul. But it was in these depths where she found light and the divine grace that paved her journey towards healing. With gut-wrenching honesty and profound wisdom, Carol chronicles her spiritual conversion experiences, the struggle to forgive those who hurt her, and the numerous healings she experienced along the way. Her story serves as a beacon of hope for those walking out their own paths through the wilderness of mental health struggles and personal trauma. Coming Home is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, the healing power of faith, and the transformative nature of God's love. It's a reminder that no matter how dark the storm, God will always make a way out.

E' un racconto autobiografico con una logica di speranza e fiducia per il lettore, dentro ognuno di noi c'è un sole, un sole dentro che bisogna fare uscire per vivere felici.

కాలానుగుణంగా, తమ విశ్వాసం, భక్తి మరియు పాండిత్యంతో యావత్ ప్రపంచాన్ని అబ్బురపరిచిన ఇలాంటి మహర్షులు ఎందరో భారతదేశంలో జన్మించారు. ప్రస్తుత కాలంలో ఈ సంప్రదాయానికి స్వామి వివేకానంద ప్రతినిధి. అతను బ్రహ్మచర్యం, దయ, కరుణ, మానవ ప్రేమ మొదలైన ఉదార మానవ లక్షణాల స్వరూపుడు. అతని తార్కిక శక్తి అద్వితీయమైనది. చికాగో వరల్డ్ రిలిజియస్ కాన్ఫరెన్స్లో ఆయన వ్యక్తిత్వానికి ప్రపంచం ఆకర్షితులైంది. ఆ తర్వాత పాశ్చాత్య ప్రపంచంలో చాలా చోట్ల ఉపన్యాసాలు ఇచ్చాడు. దీని కారణంగా, భారతీయ వేదాంత యొక్క వాస్తవ రూపం ప్రపంచం ముందు వచ్చింది మరియు చాలా మంది అమెరికన్లు మరియు యూరోపియన్లు అతని శిష్యులుగా మారారు.

భారతదేశ అమర విప్లవకారుడు చంద్రశేఖర్ ఆజాద్ భారతీయ విప్లవకారుడు. అతను ఉద్యమానికి ప్రత్యేకమైన మరియు ప్రత్యేకమైన వ్యక్తిత్వం. ఒక నిరుపేద కుటుంబంలో జన్మించినప్పటికీ, అతను ఎల్లప్పుడూ తన వ్యక్తిగత ప్రయోజనాలను చిన్నదిగా భావించాడు మరియు మాతృభూమి యొక్క స్వాతంత్ర్యాన్ని తన జీవిత లక్ష్యంగా చేసుకున్నాడు. అతను సంస్కృతం చదవడానికి బనారస్ వెళ్ళాడు, కానీ తన యుక్తవయస్సులో స్వాతంత్య్ర పోరాటంలో దూకాడు. ఆయన విప్లవ జీవితం ఇక్కడి నుంచే మొదలైంది. జీవన సౌఖ్యాలు, విప్లవ దారులు పూర్తిగా భిన్నమైనవని ఆయన దృఢంగా విశ్వసించారు. ప్రతికూల పరిస్థితులలో కూడా, అతను తన పాత్ర యొక్క బలాన్ని చలించనివ్వలేదు. కాకోరి రైలు దోపిడీ మరియు సాండర్స్ హత్య కేసులో, బ్రిటిష్ ప్రభుత్వ పోలీసులు ఎంత ప్రయత్నించినప్పటికీ వారిని పట్టుకోలేకపోయారు; చివరకు పోలీసుల పోరాటంలో వీరమరణం పొందిన తర్వాత తన పేరును । ఆజాద్గా పెట్టుకున్నాడు. సార్ధకత చేకూర్చారు. ప్రపంచ స్వాతంత్య్ర భారత దేశాన్ని నిర్మించడంలో ఆజాద్ పాత్ర ప్రేమికులకు ఎప్పుడూ స్ఫూర్తినిస్తుంది.

Die Geschichte von Rudolf und Martha ist von sehr vielen Lieder begleitet und erfüllt. Sie wachsen in der Kriegs- und Nachkriegszeit auf, gründen eine Familie und gehen in die Selbstständigkeit. Im Laufe der Jahre werden sie Opfer von psychischem Missbrauch und üben sich täglich im Vergeben. Corona kommt ins Land und macht auch vor Rudolf und Martha nicht Halt. Unmittelbar nach Rudolf Tod wird Martha entführt. Die Töchter überleben dieses Trauma durch die Kraft der Vergebung.

In this delightful and intriguing collection of essays, Trevor W. Harrison, Professor Emeritus of Sociology at the University of Lethbridge and a well-known contributor to public media, tells sometimes light-hearted and sometimes poignant tales of his life between his late teens and early thirties, illustrated with sketches and photos.

Have you ever felt like you had nothing left? Like your world is falling apart and you just want to give up?Unread Pages is the compelling story of a mum journeying through the world of business whilst navigating divorce, financial ruin, personal tragedy, health crises, loss, and grief. Highs and lows have marked Marnie's journey to success, but what stands strong is her "never give up" mindset.There were so many times when she thought she couldn't make it through, but she did. She wants to empower you to find that strength within yourself. When we let fear and self doubt hold us back, we are living within self-imposed limitations. Together, let's make the choice to overcome those barriers by instead doing the very things that scare us most. That is where real growth begins.Join me on this journey, and let me show you what limitless living can look like for you!

What's it like to rise from Youngstown, Ohio, to flying in private jets, then lose it all? What's it like to be an alpha male who gets what you want, then realize you have put everything that matters to you at risk? What does it mean to know exactly who you are, then understand that you don't know yourself at all? A born hustler, Chris Hunter co-created Four Loko, the world's most infamous alcoholic beverage, and blew it up to a national sensation and a billion-dollar company in two years, only to be fired by his own partners. Until that moment, he thought he knew what it meant to be a man. He thought he understood-hell, embodied-masculinity. He was wrong. Events that would have broken other men opened a door. Chris Hunter walked through it to a new reality. A searing tale of power, grit, and unexpected reinvention, Blackout Punch is the story of a man who had it all-and wanted it all to be different.

In this powerful memoir, author Justin Dickens opens his heart and soul to share the painful loss that has left him damaged and broken. Shattered by grief and the often cruelty of life, he takes the reader on a heartfelt voyage of both laughter and tears.The limits of physical and mental fortitude are highlighted throughout this miraculous story that is sure to inspire.

It's one thing to experience something. It is something entirely different to be capable of painting the proper emotional and mental image with words, so the experience is shared by others at a visceral level. Carl Pascarell does that in these pages. The words have been a lifetime coming. And they have an attraction that reaches outside of the cockpit to the hearts and souls of those who appreciate a tale well told. And a flier's life well lived. Well done Carl! It's about time!From the foreword by Budd DavissonFor anyone who dreams about a life of adventure in the air, here is your guide book. This memoir is a mix of hair raising flights from Carrier decks, close calls over blackened water, air shows good and bad, test flights gone awry, all leavened with the author's ruminations about aerodynamics, the exhilarating effect of a passengers first flight, and, oh yes, a treatise on the amazing dragonfly. Put this book on the same shelf with those of Ernie Gann, St. Ex., and Richard Bach.Robert Gandt Author, Naval Aviator, Air Show pilot, Check CaptainAs a combat experienced Naval Aviator and military test pilot, I have never read anything as riveting and adrenaline inducing as Carl's "Life In The Air". He has the uncanny ability to stimulate, with his words, nearly all the senses used to describe the indescribable experience of a Carrier Aviator and life on the "boat". This must-read is suitable for anyone who wants to know what is was like to fly off of 4 1/2 acres of sovereign and mobile US Territory. WARNING- Do not read in bed if you want to fall asleep!"John "Toonces" Tougas Retired US Navy Test Pilot and company lead demo pilot for the F/A-18 Super Hornet

Grandpa says it best. He always does: "Knowin' where you came from makes you part of somethin' larger'n yerself--and from yer beginnin', you were meant t' be larger'n yerself."For young Billy, summer means saying goodbye to city life and traveling seven hundred miles to visit his grandparents on their Tennessee farm. It means long, humid days of snapping beans, milking cows, hunting for fossils in rocky fields, and trips into town for ice-cream sodas and comic books at the five-and-dime. It means muggy nights spent on the front porch with family, the boys gathered around the big Philco radio, listening to The Lone Ranger over the low hum of crickets. But most of all, summer means time spent in the long shadow of Grandpa, a massive Welchman, keenly observant, frugal of words and actions, but rich in experience and country wisdom. On this remote patch of farmland, Grandpa's word is law.Now, William Hardison looks back on those summer days with nostalgic fondness and his own hard-earned wisdom. In doing so, he rediscovers deeper lessons hidden within the adventures he so often took for granted as an energetic child. And along the way, he invites you to ponder: When you look back on your childhood, what long-forgotten treasures might you unearth?

As a child growing up in Fargo, North Dakota in the 1950's, learning to fly was not even remotely on author Sherry Knight Rossiter's radar. In Flying Lessons: One Woman's Story, the author relates in a conversational style how she overcame personal fears, social barriers, and economic obstacles to become a professional airplane and helicopter flight instructor, an aviation ground school instructor, an U.S. Army helicopter pilot, and an aviation business owner. The author's primary goal is to entertain, but the book also educates and encourages readers, especially those who may have a secret desire to learn to fly.

Embark on a transformative journey with "I Still Believe," the riveting memoir by Tiffani Evans that captures the essence of life's unpredictable twists. Through heartfelt storytelling, Tiffani shares her profound experiences of motherhood, traumatic loss, and the resilience that triumphs over unexpected challenges.In this poignant narrative, Tiffani provides a step-by-step account of her raw and unfiltered emotions, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the moments when she faced the urge to give up on life. Hailing from Washington, D.C., the author infuses humor into her journey, guiding readers on how to make the perfect "half & half" tea/lemonade and savor chicken wings with mumbo sauce - a unique blend of laughter and reflection.Tiffani's infectious energy will have you laughing, while her deep empathy will leave you gracefully moved to tears. Beyond recounting her life's beautiful moments, Tiffani seeks to instill hope in every reader. Through her candid revelations of the good, the bad, and the ugly, she emphasizes the enduring power of belief and resilience."I Still Believe" isn't just a memior; it's a profound collection of life lessons that inspire you to find hope within yourself and emerge stronger. Join Tiffani Evans on this empowering journey and discover that, even in the darkest clouds, there's always a shining light. Order your copy now and be uplifted by the unwavering spirit of belief!

Tendrel: A Meeting of Minds is an examination and recollection that ventures into the heart of a unique cultural and intellectual crossroads. Anne Waldman's profound exploration of the fusion of poetics and Tibetan Buddhist wisdom, set against the backdrop of the compelling and provocative figures of Chögyam Trungpa and the celebrated writers of the Beat literary movement, shines a light on one of the most influential periods in American poetry. With the inclusion of never-before-published poetic works by Waldman, Tendrel offers a rare opportunity to delve into the soul of a generation, where the power and essence of spirituality, literature, and activism meet.

A MEMOIR OF LEADERSHIP, IMPACT & FAITHGrowing up among sports royalty in Boulder, Colorado, Bill Lam was taught one mantra: compete hard and win. He excelled as a star wrestler at the University of Oklahoma, adopting the "three periods of a champion" ethos-talent, hard work, and heart-instilled by his coach. For thirty years, he molded champions as head wrestling coach at the University of North Carolina, transforming the program into a national force.Lam played as hard as he worked, earning a reputation for more than just wins. He himself had to journey through the three periods of a champion, maturing in the process. And at the height of his success, a wake-up call forced him to confront life's "overtime."In Overtime: The Three Periods of a Champion and What Comes After, readers enter the competitive world of college sports and witness one man's evolution through life's tough lessons, as he fights to emerge a better person on the other side.

This biography recounts the life story of Irving Stone. Irving comes from a traditional North London Jewish family who have been in the United Kingdom since 1905, when his grandparents on both sides arrived fleeing persecution during the Tsarist period of history. Despite any vicissitudes, Irving has always tried to be a positive person, which explains the title of this book.Irving has met many well-known personalities who feature in his story. The reader may find it interesting to read Irving's impressions of them.

TREASURE WITHIN - A MEMOIR takes the reader on a pleasant ramble through scenes of nature, architecture and human endeavour. There is poetry to beguile, ease pain, comfort and entertain with some that was written to commission. Individuals are celebrated in addition to poetry that was inspired by great cities. The memoir pays tribute to scenes from the past while focusing on here and now issues, current affairs, the force of imagination, the countryside, and finally the recovery of mind, body and spirit. Let your fancy take flight for an all seasons road trip from your armchair or deckchair...

Take an open and curious mind and a certain restless sense of adventure; add a touch of glamour, craziness, devilment, attitude, and a pinch of glamour and you have all the ingredients for Scissors and my Suitcase. The story of a globe- trotting hairstylist snipping her way across the world, through many extraordinary and exciting locations. Let's feel the fear and do it anyway.......Bon voyage!

In the 21st century, navigating the landscape of love and relationships proved to be a complex and multifaceted journey. It's a tale of passion, heartbreak, and growth, where no emotion is spared and every experience is a thread woven into the intricate tapestry of one man's life.

The Journal of my life, looking through a glass, as a profoundly deaf lady aged now at Sixty seven years of age.

My grandfather, William C. Hull, a retired Staff Sergeant with the United States Army during World War II. His lengthy military journey certainly was not lacking adventure nor turmoil after first being drafted in 1943 when he was only eighteen years old. From Normandy to Vietnam, from Kitchen Duty to Paratrooper, and from the brig to a Bronze Star, he experienced it all, to include the brutal humiliation of being captured as a Prisoner of War and placed in a German stalag, escaping briefly for three days, only to be recaptured and finally set free by the Russian troops. Despite the turmoil and through several reenlistments, he only wanted to serve his country more, even after returning home. The Army life was all he seemed to know. He loved recounting his stories, and I loved hearing them. My grandfather. My hero.

This is a compilation of short stories of different events of my rodeo experiences over the span of approximately five years, off and on. The characters, places, and all the rodeos are true, although the rodeos are not necessarily in the order that they were experienced. The names of the stock and their actual performance per rodeo are a generalization from a lot of years, burnt-out brain cells and an old man's memory.

This is the story of how a "farm kid" was brought by God from the lowest to the highest. It is the story of his background, parentage, relatives, acquaintances, friends, schooling, teachers, jobs, activities, ministries, churches, businesses, and nuclear family. It is the story of his struggles with poverty and his overcoming of those struggles by God's grace. It is the story of his hopes and dreams. It is the story of the influence of many people and things he loves, a few things he hates, and some things he is completely ambivalent about.Lloyd Streeter says, "I am what I am. Perhaps some people will not like what I am. But I am deeply grateful for the people who have loved me, been patient with me, and helped me along life's pathway. I have received more kindness from people than I deserve."Streeter writes about the people, places, experiences, and circumstances that have impacted his life on these pages. He mentions many people he knows, many kids from his school days at Oscoda, many in his pastorates, and many preachers.

Raised in a nineteenth-century saltbox house in Wellfleet, Massachusetts, Cynthia Blakeley was both surrounded by generations of immediate and extended family and isolated by the mysteries locked inside her affectionate yet elusive mother and short-fused father. While she and her sisters and cousins roamed the Outer Cape--drinking in the dunes, swimming in kettle ponds, and dancing in Provincetown--Blakeley also turned to the inner world of her journals as she contended with her own secrets and memories. Over-identifying with her unconventional and artistic mother, Blakeley felt certain that the key to understanding her mother's drinking and distractions, her generosity and easy forgiveness, was the unexplained absence of two of Blakeley's half-siblings and their connection to her mother's unhappy first marriage. Blakeley kept her distance, however, from her disciplinarian father. Though he took his daughters sailing and clamming and beachcombing, he was the chill to their mother's warmth, the maker, not the breaker, of rules. Slipping through these dynamics in that small house and evocative landscape, Blakeley eventually crossed the bridge and left home, only to return later in search of the family stories that would help her decode her present. Blakeley's captivating memoir moves fluidly through time, grappling with the question of who owns a memory or secret and how our narrative choices not only describe but also shape and change us. In this insightful and poignant account of tenacious year-rounders on Cape Cod, Blakeleycontends that making sense of ourselves is a collaborative affair, one that begins with understanding those we came from.

A true-life story. A widow who has gone through, tough and challenging times. She always tried to see the positive side of life. No matter what came her way she battled through. She is now seeing the light of hope and joy. She understands that there is hope, happiness and joy for everyone. For every darkness, there is always light.

A sus ochenta y cinco años, durante la pandemia del covid, mi madre, Silvia Ortega de Tort (1935-2023), aprovechó el enclaustramiento para iniciar sus memorias. Lo hizo con su puño y letra y me pidió que capturara sus textos en mi computadora, cosa que hice con gusto. Después de su deceso, terminé de darle forma de libro a sus entretenidas memorias. Espero que tanto los maestros de música como los alumnos y ex alumnos de Artene, el personal y demás gente interesada, aprecien este trabajo con una treintena de imágenes: una ventana a la carrera musical no sólo de ella, sino de mi padre; además de contener divertidas anécdotas sobre los niños músicos del Instituto Artene, A.C. César Tort Jr. (editor)

Patrick Cavanaugh's autobiography is no ordinary story; it's a seven-decade adventure filled with highs, lows, and deep connections. As a seasoned gold exploration geologist, Patrick's career led to the discovery of two colossal deposits, yet his true wealth goes beyond material possessions. Each chapter of his life unfolds as a valuable lesson, offering readers a concentrated glimpse into his remarkable journey. Within these pages, you'll discover the joy of enduring friendships, the warmth of family bonds, and the vibrant colors of love. This journey is not always a carefree stroll; it includes challenges such as adopting Russian children and facing the shadow of cancer with resilience. Nature becomes Patrick's loyal companion, providing solace amidst life's twists and turns. Join this intrepid storyteller as he invites readers to uncover golden tales set against the grandeur of the great outdoors. Patrick's autobiography promises an inspiring exploration of life's enduring treasures.