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As parents, nearly all mothers and fathers form a bond with their offspring at the moment of birth. As we parents know, children do not come with instructions, however. The business of raising them to become productive members of society is a roller-coaster of ups and downs. This series of trials and errors helps to define and solidify the parental bond. When that bond is severed by loss, the ensuing chaos sends a grieving parent into a tailspin. When that loss is unexpected and there is no time to prepare, the grief can be particularly debilitating. Parents are not supposed to outlive their children.Just as children do not come with instructions for their raising, there are no instructions for how to deal with the grief which consumes us when we lose one. How can one survive the crippling effects of this tragedy? The enormity of that tragedy is compounded when more than one child is unexpectedly lost. As you read my story of the loss of two of my three children, I hope this survivor's perspective will help to shed light on a very complex and personally-unique emotion and serve as an inspiration for others experiencing the same grief.With belief in God, the love of family, support of friends, compassion from strangers, and the passage of time, it truly is possible to overcome the debilitating effects of grief.

After completing my bachelor's degree in disaster management, I knew everything was about to change. No longer was I going to be a waitress at the yacht club. I was going to be rich, independent, and successful. My mediocre life was about to end.Driving to my parents' house, I recited a short speech I had prepared to thank them for their support. I've seen that expression in their eyes before. They were glowing with pride.Sitting at the table, I watched as my dad opened the bottle of champagne. I knew what this meant. My parents were going to surprise me with a car. I couldn't wait. I wondered if they remembered what color I liked. The cork flew off like my former troubles. Dad cleared his throat as he made the announcement. Mom was pregnant!Wildfire Avenged takes the reader on a journey through the life of a newly graduated twenty-four-year-old. Paying for her own studies and determined to build her career, her life takes a drastic change. For the worst. Trusting the wrong people and fellowshipping with peculiar characters, she finds herself in a desperate endeavor to solve her own troubles, only to watch it become a life-threatening disaster. Brace yourself for the journey of unexpected resolutions, hilarious twists, and ultimately the best laughter in a lifetime.

Visitors are swarming Bethlehem due to the mandatory census and tax. For Hannah and her husband, this means business for their already busy inn. For Hannah's sister, Bayla, the most sought-after midwife, this means aiding tired traveling pregnant women in relieving premature labor pains or even delivering premature babies. On top of the extra work for Bayla, her grief over the loss of her husband and her child seems unbearable. Will she ever stop hurting? Will she ever feel like she belongs? Should she even be a midwife anymore? Little does Bayla know the change that will take place within her when her guardian angel, Muriel, is sent out to help her heal. Muriel will ensure Bayla is ready to give aid to a pregnant traveler named Mary, who is about to deliver a child that will change not only Bayla, but the world.The Angel and the Midwife offers a unique perspective of the traditional account of Jesus Christ's birth and focuses on the gift Jesus Christ gave the world by entering it.

Anyone can see the good in a good situation, but when we see the good in a dark situation, then we see a glimpse of how God sees us. Love Built on the Rock was written to inspire each day with a smile and a thought to ponder. Faith is a powerful weapon that can overcome and bring strength to our souls. Through stories, inspirational quotes, and poems, may Love Built on the Rock be a light to see that dreams can become reality if one only believes.

For years as believers, we listen, read, and study God's Word. We can get to a point of confusion if we are not careful with so much information available. We can allow ourselves to ease into information overload. The author was in search to break it down a little and see if there was a general conclusion to the question: "Once you are saved, what comes next? Because there are so many dos, don'ts, have-tos, and the list goes on and on." So the book breaks it all down into sections, hoping to help others who may have been or is in a situation of religious information overload. This book defines the process of spiritual growth.

This book is a must read. The author is one of the most provocative pastors in America. He is not well-known; neither does he desire to be. He is one of few pastors who totally depend on the Lord for every word spoken and every word preached. You see, not only is Pastor Ardoin totally dependent on God, but the reason is thought-provoking. Pastor Ardoin, from humble beginnings, quit school to work in the fields of Louisiana to help support his younger siblings. When he was accepted by Christ into the family of God, he could not read, making him totally dependent on man to quench his hunger and thirst for the Word. Once he realized that depending on man was not good, he beseeched God to teach him. His desire was to only be able to read God's Word. God heard his servant and taught him to read His Word. To this day, Pastor Ardoin can only read the Bible, no other book. He depends totally on God and whatever Word He would have him speak. When he speaks, the Word is as an oracle of God. Unable to research or read others' opinions of the Word, he cannot alter what God has to say. The words written in this book are a few of many messages given to him by way of the Holy Spirit. He does not change God's message. His messages are awe-inspiring and thought-provoking. This book will not tickle your ear but give you truth straight from the Man Himself, God. His decision to publish is to be able to reach more with the truth. Many believe truth is relative, but Pastor Ardoin believes truth to be absolute when it is based in the Word of God. Releasing Your Faith through the Word is completely Word-based (Bible) and Spirit-led. In the words of our Lord, "He that hath ears to hear, let him hear."

Alessandra must escape.Darkness, so thick it threatens to consume everything around it, works as ideal cover, concealing a dauntless young girl as she creeps aboard the pirate ship lying in harbor in seventeenth-century Port Royal. When darkness fades to light, she must find a way to stay safe. She must hide in plain sight.Alessandra must convince a ship full of rowdy, unscrupulous, battle-ready pirates that she belongs. By assuming the identity of a young boy, she learns to sail, fight, and steal, always aware that if she is ever discovered, it could cost her everything.When her path intersects with Benjamin Avery, a man of faith, the life she has built for herself is suddenly at risk. He sees through her charade, but what will he do with that knowledge?Everything seems poised to come to a crashing end as she clings to her secrets, though now it is not only her life but also the life of her crew at stake.Friendships formed through the trials and hardships of life at sea in the golden age of piracy, when danger lurks in every cove, will be tested to the breaking point; and nothing will ever be the same, for any of them.

The hairables have only known water and darkness. They discover that there is another way of life for them and a brighter world to see. As the hairables attempt to find a way out of the darkness and into the light, they will have to lend a hand, or should I say a hair, to help out their fellow mates.

As a young black girl in a low-income, single-parent home, Novica Olinger finds herself in a life filled with obstacles designed to keep her on a statistical road to nowhere. The problem with statistics is most of the time, you don't get to hear the real stories behind that data; or you see negative stories played out on reality talk shows that just cause you to shake a judgmental head. In her own words, Novica gets to tell you her story. As an adult, Novica candidly recounts her struggles with being sexually abused as a child and becoming a teen mother at thirteen years old.This emotionally charged yet inspirational story recounts her journey of healing and determination. For years, she dealt with the lack of self-worth, self-confidence, and self-love until one day, she was captivated by the realization that God loved her. Thinking back over her childhood, Novica writes compelling accounts of supernatural events which revealed God's hand was in every event throughout her life. Discovering her true worth and identity in Christ, Novica decided that she was going to live her life unapologetically and on purpose while uncovering every blessing God has for her."No matter what is going on in your life, God will move heaven and earth to intervene on your behalf. He loves you that much," (Novica Olinger, Author).

The Journey Continues, Sharon's second book, invites you once more to travel with her as she walks through life's trials and tribulations with God by her side. Readers will find themselves in her ordinary experiences and catch a glimpse of her inspiring faith.This is an inspirational accounting of her journey with the goal of bringing you, her readers, a step closer to recognizing that God walks with all of us every moment of every day. With that recognition, your own journey begins.

Ché was not an ordinary cat; he was a Savannah cat, a super cat! On the day that he walked out of the woods and into our lives, we had no idea what a wild ride lay ahead of us. These are the adventures of a part African wild cat in the "jungle" of the Ozark Mountains. This book is a must read for true cat lovers.

Today's world is lacking in CareGivinG. This book will share with you and help you realize the word of God has the power to give, reveal, and communicate and show you how it offers hope, encouragement, strength, and guidance. Through personal stories, experiences, and sharing of scripture, you will be guided back to the basics of caregiving-loving, sharing, and trusting God-to help you through.Helping others through CareGivinG is one of the best ways to show love for the Lord. This book will explain how to experience God's love and put it into action as we open ourselves up to follow his example. He is here, through his Word and the Holy Spirit, to guide, protect, and comfort us all.CareGivinG means glorifying God in all we say and do. God's greatest blessings are on your CareGivinG walk and always remember to "bloom where you are planted."

Childhood summer vacations are always special, but the summer before a life-changing event like your first year of high school can be particularly memorable. The great unknown of venturing out of your neighborhood comfort zone and meeting new friends can be stressful but also holds out the promise of meeting lifelong friends.The Summer of 1964 tells the story of Marty McAlynn, a fourteen-year-old boy, as he experiences his last summer before entering secondary school. As the summer develops, it is shaping up as the greatest summer of his young life for several reasons. His favorite team, the almost always hapless Philadelphia Phillies, are defying all expectations and are in the thick of a red-hot pennant race. Marty is also indulging his creative passion and love of the classic Universal horror movies by making his very own home movie, a monster film about Frankenstein and the Wolfman. Marty lives in the heart of South Philadelphia with his large family headed by his dad, Martin Senior, a Philadelphia fireman; his mom, Veronica, a stay-at-home mother of ten children; and his maternal grandfather, Adolph, a World War I veteran and refugee from the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Marty discovers the joys and heartache of a summer that will never be forgotten. It is also a bittersweet tale of how baseball can bind three generations with agonizing thrills, heartbreaking defeats and lifetime memories.

It is incumbent upon man to become aware of the powerful forces that surround him and may be leading him to a possible unexpected outcome. He must come out of complacency and see his purpose for what it is was meant to be by the Creator. The status quo of oil should be slowly but unequivocally phased out. When it first oozed from the ground, it became the driving force of the economy. It was meant to be that way. God made sure of that. But man has decided today to abuse that purpose by using it to manipulate economies and start wars in the name of peace, only to lead man in the path of destruction by the way of an agenda. Man feels he must take control of man, contrary to the wishes of God. But man can save himself by bringing about the change that is waiting to be unveiled in the ushering in of free energy. It is real but must be given the proper venue.My life tells a metaphor as a connection, like thunder as the voice of God and lighting as the glare of his eyes that foretell a warning, though it is so common, man tends not to see the connection. He must look at things differently. It is not for me to judge. The Creator has the last word on that, just as He has the last word in the written prophesies. However, I can suggest, though controversial it might seem, but not to dismiss that perhaps it is a destiny to fit within the context of prophetical events.My inquisitiveness, with its very humble beginnings and all of its twists and turns, brought me to these times and led me to a quest to seek a truth that must be acknowledged. It is the key to avert war and bring about peace. It is the simple inventions in search of that truth that so many are seeking, including me. It is the connection between God and man just as certain as Jesus was His begotten son to serve as the check and balance for the assurance of peace if man chooses. And it is the complete story a metaphor that parallels the troubles of man with the possible outcomes and in congruence with the vigilance of the angels who don't sleep but are paying attention, who will allow peace, lest man bring wrath upon himself. He is the magnet that holds the truth as is the physical magnet that holds that secret, the secret to Finding Free Energy.

This is Linda Perrotti's personal account of her journey through the darkness of MentalIllness and her rise to health and wellness. This book is incredibly inspirational, and at times, a heart wrenching read. It is an equally wonderful read, cover to cover, or revisited a chapter at a time for daily inspiration. Breakdown to Breakthrough provides endless encouragement and practical guidance. Linda expresses her struggles and perseverance with Grace and Gratitude. It is a brave and courageous account told honestly and with love. Linda offers this book selflessly so that others find HOPE!! She is an inspiration.

Brown Dog: His life and Dreams tells the story of a gentle little dog and his life and the things he does with the family he loves. The artwork depicts the dreams he has, of the activities they include him in. It is meant for younger children and is a quiet-time read. It is hoped to encourage thought, imagination, memories, and discussion.

For anyone seeking deeper spiritual formation and/or a closer walk with God this book will be a guide using Scripture and the Twelve Steps adopted by many addiction treatment programs. Finding a quiet, comfortable space where one can spend an hour, or even thirty minutes, working these steps will bring one the joy of a more mature spiritual relationship with God and deepen faith in one’s self. This work is designed that you may take as much of the ritual as you wish and leave the rest. It is advised by the author that you meditate on the scripture reading and compare that with the step you are working on before you read his commentary. Be as honest with yourself as you can in working this program, remembering that our denial can cover a lot of hidden things.* The author suggests that you begin with Step One (January 1st) no matter the calendar date.

Have you ever wondered how God deals with a Christian who chooses addiction?The life of one alcoholic affects hundreds of other lives, especially when the active drinker is a teacher, a parent, a grandparent, an involved church and community member.This is the story of a Christian marriage that weathers the storm of alcoholism at its deepest level. It is the story of bare survival in hopeless situations of repeated failure. It is the spiritual destruction of a respected Christian woman who seeks restoration. Written in honest, heartfelt language, this memoir demonstrates God's heart and longing for those trapped in the prodigal circumstances of addiction.Loss eventually becomes strength. Illness becomes a turn-around time of life.

"I love you just the way you areEvery bit that makes up you."A sister's love knows no bounds. It doesn't see size, color, shape, or ability. It's forgiving, honest, and true. It's love.

Enjoy Your Dog, written by Bailey the Golden Retriever, is meant to make you laugh, smile, and be happy. That's what Bailey does with so many people, every day, everywhere she goes. Bailey wants to share that with you and give you some ideas from our wonderful life to help you really enjoy your dog and life with them.

As you read Bethany Anne's story, you may be reminded of similar things from your childhood. You may cry a little with her as she learns how to deal with loss. You may "high five" her for being creative enough to solve some of her own problems, like finding a little refuge in a quiet space for a nap. You may laugh out loud to some of her reactions to situations when she tells it like it is, from a four-year-old's point of view, especially if it involves anything about food. Join her adventures as she introduces you to a way of looking at life, through the eyes of a four-year-old.

Come along and join Sandi Borowsky on a wondrous adventure starting with London, then Liverpool and finally back to London in the United Kingdom. Seeing and exploring many significant Beatle landmarks along the way.Her trip starts with London at a hotel near the London Eye. It ends in London at a hotel in Baywater. With many stops along the way.From the Cavern, to Woolton Baths, to Strawberry Field gates in one of its rarest forms; Her friends and she will be your tour guides.Explore with her places that many people don't get to see. From the Baths to inside St. Peter's church hall, she was there. Along the way, yup there are hiccups and giggles. It's life, you need to embrace it and enjoy.Then, she heads off to London and well it was different. What woman does not long to fall into the arms of a strange man? Yup, it was different, but fun!She hopes you enjoy going on this adventure with her as much as she did. Sit back, put your feet up and enjoy that coffee. Here we go!Sandi wishes you peace and love. "I felt you and knew that you loved me" (a quote from Liverpool).