Ted Buckley has spent his career helping people plan financially for retirement. But retirement is about much more than money. That's why in "Retired! What Do You Want to Do for the Next 30 Years?", Ted covers everything about retirement except the money. Once you've got your money on the right trajectory, it's the day-to-day aspects of retirement that you need to work on. Even if you are single, divorced, or widowed, you'll find ideas that will change your retirement years for the better. You (and your partner) will: ¿ Learn what drives you and your personality, behaviors, and core values. ¿ Develop a purposeful Personal Bucket list that will endure and be revised throughout retirement. ¿ Gain an understanding of a deeper connection to your partner through fun couples and individual workbook exercises. ¿ Understand why having OUR lane, THEIR lane, and MY lane activities makes your retirement journey more satisfying. ¿ Develop strategies to realize the 5 phases of retirement to be as connected and active as you want to be. ¿ Learn how to plan ahead to avoid one of the major crises facing seniors, "loneliness as you age!"As a dedicated financial advisor, Ted Buckley was often asked by retiring clients to recommend books on the HOW-TO part of retirement. He never found one that he thought offered enough helpful information. So instead of recommending sub-par books, Ted decided there was a huge need to write a comprehensive guidebook to help people get mentally ready to enjoy retirement to the fullest and have the time of their lives. This book is not about the money. It's all about being happy in Retirement!Retirement, Retired, Financial Planning, Investing, Hobbies, Bucket List, Goals, Widow, Divorced, Social Security, Pension, Insurance, Long Term Care, Money
When Ben Hunnicutt decides to hike the Resurrection River trail to Seward, Alaska, he doesn't know that a gang of inept bank robbers robbed a bank in Seward and are escaping on that very trail. When they meet in the wilderness, the trail becomes a battleground, a duffle bag crammed with banknotes, the prize. When two attractive lady tourists are taken hostage by the gang, Ben's problems escalate.DON NEAL, author of the Ben Hunnicutt novels, is a retired soldier. Reared in Suffolk and in Surry County, in southern Virginia, he dropped out of the College of William and Mary and enlisted in the Army during the Korean War. His 28 years of service encompassed nearly the entire Cold War, taking him to Japan, Germany, South Korea, and Alaska. He has served in the Infantry, Artillery, Armor, and Air Defense Missile branches. His last ten years were with the Nike Hercules Air Defense missile units protecting Anchorage, Fairbanks, and their nearby military installations during the Cold War. Neal and his family have resided in Anchorage, Alaska for over 50 years. His interests include military history and the research and study of antique and historical firearms, with an occasional foray into muscle car drag racing.His novels reflect Alaska as a Territory, then as a new state, aptly referred to as The Last Frontier. Each is loosely based on a historical Alaskan event.keywords: Alaska, wilderness, wolf, Seward, Cooper Landing, bank, robbery, bear, Resurrection, Kenai
Introducing, Power Play. A cancerous political suspense cocktail, based upon deceit, revenge and envy. Our young, handsome mayoral aspirant, Collier Winthrop, is recruited by a crusty old political boss, Al Caso, to upset the status-quo. He soon is faced with opposition from within and without. 1970's. Before. The House of Cards, there was Power Play. Events occur that uncover a sordid police mentality, unveil the civil rights of the Flower Children being violated, ruin reputations and threaten the very lives of Collie's confederates. Collie is met by an unscrupulous adversary, practiced in deceit; manipulated state investigative agencies and a contaminated police department. How can Collie unravel plots unseen and unimaginable to survive even the earliest months of his political enterprise? The work portrays the depth and conflict of personalities. Politics is a business of expediency. Otherwise decent people justify immoral behavior in defense of careers. This a character driven drama, you are in the room. About the author - F. Ethan Repp Mr. Repp is no stranger to politics, with nearly 50 years of Political/Government Operations. Mr. Repp has taken that experience and is now sharing with his readers. He was first elected to chair a county political organization at the age of 24 and served for 20 years. He was a County Supervisor of Elections, District Manager for the US Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census, appointed by both the Carter and Reagan administrations, candidate for US House of Representatives, 1978, 35th C.D. at the age of 33, Upstate NY Town Manager, Long Island NY Village Administrator on Fire Island and City Economic Development Manager at Lauderhill, Florida. Mr. Repp holds a Master's Degree in Public Administration and once taught school at the middle school level.
God created man as a spiritual being like Himself with the intention to live with them forever. Because of mankind's rebellion against God, they died spiritually but continued to live under the powerlessness of their soul--intellect, emotion, and will. Man's intellect gathers information from the senses of the body and processes it, his emotion decides what he desires to do, and his will carries out his soul's evil intent.Even though man was spiritually separated from God, He still desired to live among His people. His first dwelling place was a tent called the tabernacle, which was later replaced by the temple. Both shared three distinct parts: the courtyard, the Holy Place, and the Holy of Holies. God dwelt specifically above the Ark of the Covenant in the Holy of Holies.The tearing of the temple's curtain at Christ's death signified God's coming from behind the curtain to dwell in man, His new sacred temple. Man's soul forms the new Holy Place with its intellect, emotion, and will. These correspond to the lampstand, the altar of incense, and the table of showbread. Man's re-born spirit forms the new Holy of Holies with its intuition, conscience, and communion. These correspond to Aaron's staff, the two stone tablets, and the gold jar of manna, all of which Moses placed in the Ark. For the first time since the fall, man no longer has to live by the powerlessness of his soul. Because of Christ, God can indwell man. His presence enables them to be spiritual men and women who experience the power of His resurrection. The intent of The Tabernacle, The Temple, and You is to understand what we were, to identify where we are, and to grasp what God has called us to be.Ron joined the military at the age of seventeen with the hope of adventure. On the flight to boot camp, he heard God's voice: "Ron, are you going to live the rest of your life for yourself, or are you going to live for Me?" By the time the plane landed, Ron had made Christ both his Savior and Lord. During his time in the military, he was nicknamed "Reverend" because of the radical change in his attitude, behavior, and character. After an honorable discharge, Ron endeavored to serve his Lord Jesus Christ in instant, absolute obedience. Christians first recognized Ron's prophetic gift while he was working in the inner city. His heart was broken by the church's apathy to the poor and by their conformity to the world. The Bible defines the gift of prophecy:And if I have the gift of prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; ...but do not have love, I am nothing. (1Co.13:2 NIV)The gift of a prophet is used to reveal God's truth and will to man. Love does not deviate from the truth; love always tempers the truth. The Bible teaches that the truth shall set us free when it is applied to our lives. Ron's life has been committed to sharing the transforming truths of God's Word. His heart is for Christians to become fathers of the faith who can display Christ's love, share His wisdom, reveal His power, and walk in His Holiness. It is Ron's hope that after reading The Tabernacle, The Temple, And You, you may have a better understanding of who you are in Christ.keywords: Spiritual man, God's temple, Tabernacle, soul, spirit, born-again, spirituality, transformation, new beginning, hope
The Christmas Clover is a cute little story that demonstrates the selflessness of giving. Short stories are powerful inspirations. Children's books have the power to foster empathy and understanding of other people and cultures. My wish is that you and your child enjoy this little book, as much as I enjoyed writing it. ~Jianing Jianing Cai is an international student from China in the 12th grade of the Storm King School. Jianing likes doing photography, painting, and writing short stories on a regular basis. Reading poetry collections has always been Jianing's hobby since she was a child. As she was guided and influenced by literature teachers and activities in schools, she began to write poems based on her own experiences and equate them with illustrations. keywords: Christmas, Giving, Christmas Wish, Selflessness, Children's book
How do you know what love is if you've never been in love? Where do you look for the answer? Sent to Mexico on assignment by her law firm, Michael Madison, a young, talented, but naïve young woman becomes deeply, passionately involved with a married man. Realizing her affair with the wealthy Mexican will end badly she returns home hoping to resume her life and expecting the success of her assignment will advance her career. But fate has something different in mind. Leaving friends and family behind, Michael accepts a position with a small underfunded non-profit over a hundred miles from home. The dramatic changes in her life are further complicated when she meets a handsome doctor, but will her illicit affair always cast a dark shadow over her life. About the Author - Deciding the time had come to retire, Ruth and her husband sold Portola Valley Thoroughbred Training Center and left Northern California to set out on a magical journey to Mexico aboard their boat, the Paradigm, cruising the waters and spending time in the many towns and villages on pacific coast of Mexico. After two years of nomadic life they settled in Puerto Vallarta. Ruth developed a love and understanding of the Mexican culture and history while learning to speak Spanish. After seven years they returned to the states due to Ruth's husband's medical needs and settled on a farm in South Carolina once again making racehorses a part of their lives. Keywords - Fiction, Romance, Affair, Mexico, Single Parent, Women, Change
How does one choose between money & power over love & loyalty? Risk vs. Reward takes you on this twisted ride. Throughout this adventure, there is love, deceit, drugs, money, heartbreak and loyalty. Meet Blake, who is the ultimate smooth-talking athlete; he has a way with women that will blow your mind. Blake comes from a loving family and has a gentle heart, which sometimes causes more harm than good. Blake was a true player but even the best players meet that one girl they can't have, for Blake, it was Brandi. Brandi was a smoking hot chick in college who wouldn't give Blake the time of day; but life has a way of swinging things in one's favor, especially when they are like Blake. However, sometimes the things we think we really want are not the things we really need. This is something Blake would find out the hard way. Blake had an uncle Preach who was heavily involved in the drug trade and a ladies' man himself, especially back in the day. Preach and Blake were extremely close, and he was the one who taught Blake how to be a true boss - in the sheets and out. Preach always knew Blake was super smart and had that gift of gab. As a result, for all big drug decisions, Preach would always consult with Blake to maximize the situation, and Blake always had the perfect plan of attack. During a chance encounter years after college, Blake ran into his college crush Brandi, only to find out that she was unknowingly married to the biggest drug dealer in the Washington DC area. Prepare yourself for this emotional roller coaster, as all hell breaks loose when Blake, following his heart and undying love for Brandi, decides to save her from her current situation, without considering the consequences that comes with making a choice between money, drugs and power or Love, Loyalty and Trust. Which would you choose? Keywords: Exciting, Captivating, Page Turner, Adventurous, Romantic, Danger, Action, Engaging, Sexy
My nonfiction, self-help book, Caring for Someone You Love, deals with helping my father during the last year of his life. Healthy and active all his life, Dad suddenly took a fall at age 80 that resulted in a downward spiral that rendered this fiercely independent man suddenly dependent. Caring for Someone You Love, is the story of how this affected both of us. It is a story of love and adjustment and lessons learned, a personal story with broad implications at a time when our older population is larger than ever before in history. With more than 40 million Americans 65 and older, countless sons and daughters will one day find themselves in my position. My father's end of life was an inspiration to me. It is my hope this book will be an inspiration to others. I am also the author of an earlier book, Kindness on a Budget, which illustrates the gifts of being kind daily, both for the giver and the receiver alike. I am an experienced promoter, having discussed Kindness on a Budget on numerous radio shows and as a featured guest speaker before various organizations. Suzanne Elise Abels, M.S., is the mother of 3 dynamic children: Zachary, Haley and Riley. Her husband of 30 years, Peter, is her anchor in life. This book began as a coping mechanism following her father's near-fatal fall in April 2016. She promised him she'd see it through. They shook on it. Suzie's first book, "Kindness on a Budget," illustrates the outsized impact of subtle, daily generosities of spirit. Suzanne lives in southern California, where she enjoys, hiking, Yoga, and gardening. Keywords: Family Relationships, Illness, Elderly Parents, Healthcare, Assisted Living, Care Giving, Inspiration, Kindness, Love, Respect, Positivity
America's influence wanes around the world as political turmoil in the U.S. fuels the growth of the brutal Islamic Caliphate. Over-extended intelligence assets tracking the global Islamist movement struggle to piece together random bits of information about a mysterious place in the Afghan mountains called the Valley of Stars. The Valley is a treasure trove of precious metals and gem stones that could fund global Islamic extremism for generations and ignites a race to secure it. The crisis forces Secretary of Defense Madeline Coltrain to fight a political war with her nemesis at State, and a shooting war with a drastically eroded military capability. Coltrain must walk a fine line between what's needed to meet the threat and what's constitutional as she stretches the boundaries of the President's directives. The race to the Valley of Stars violently erupts when Pakistani forces, led by a rogue General aligned with the Caliphate, collide with the severely outnumbered allied forces in the rugged Afghan mountains. As the battle for the Valley rages, a new set of leaders emerges from unlikely places. The allies, led by Lieutenant Colonel Abdul Qadir, a Shia, unique among Afghan officers, who commands unwavering loyalty from his mostly Sunni troops. Lieutenant Colonel DB Watkins, a highly decorated American commander with a reputation of building relations with local leaders. And Staff Sergeant Shirin Kirkorian, nicknamed "e;The Lioness,"e; an intelligence asset and first female to complete Ranger training who balances deference to Islamic customs and culture with deadly efficient combat skills. They form a lethal triad to counter the savagery of the Islamist forces aligned against them. The tentacles of the Caliphate's violent ideology expand across the globe, and blurs the lines between ally and enemy. The twisting confluence of Islamic extremism, politics, and war force the players to battle both external, and internal enemies. As the scope and ferocity of the fighting expands across Afghanistan, it threatens to engulf the whole world in a gripping story of faith, conflict, intrigue, and heroism.
Congratulations on Cole’s Perfect Puppy most recent awards!A prestigious Mom's Choice Award® recipientFirst Place Winner 2016 Purple Dragonfly Awards (Paperback, Middle Grade Fiction Category)In this award winning children’s book, author Frances Crossno weaves a delightful tale that uses Cole’s mission to bring the mischievous golden retriever puppy, Scarlet, home to teach children lessons of friendship, sacrifice and the true meaning of God’s perfect love. Both boys and girls with enjoy this story of faith, family and of course - puppies!Cole’s Perfect Puppy introduces young readers everywhere to Cole, his younger brother Caleb and their new friend Rachel. When Cole meets the “perfect puppy” after a mad chase through the mall, he hopes for her arrival under the tree on Christmas morning. But alas, it’s not meant to be. Instead, Cole embarks on an adventure to find a way to earn enough money, and get permission, to bring the golden retriever puppy home—learning a few life lessons along the way. From learning how to be thankful for the gift of his first “pet”, the pot-bellied pig Dandy Danny, to the merits of hard work and the true meaning of the power of prayer, Cole’s journey isn’t without a few hiccups.Cole's Perfect Puppy is the first in a series of Christian novels for young readers 7-12. Ms. Crossno is originally from the "piney woods" of East Texas. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Stephen F. Austin State University, in Biology, with a minor in Computer Science. She has worked in information technology for over 30 years. She recently retired from Texas Instruments, and now works for the American Heart Association. Her goal in writing is to share her Christian faith - and love of God's creatures, especially dogs. She lives in the Dallas area with her husband Bill, and her two golden retrievers "Beautiful Bear" and "Lad of Lochinvar" otherwise known as "Laddie".Keywords: Christmas Fiction, Christian Children, Kid Dog Books, Dog Story, Boys And Dogs, Kids Christian Series, Golden Retriever Puppy, Children Puppy Story, Christian Fiction, Kid Pet Book
The story of Chance, The Incredible, Wonderful, Three-Legged Dog would not have been a happy one if not for Chance's brother Travis, who rescued him from near death. The true story is not one for a children's book; the children need to know that Chance was rescued, loved, and was offered a "second chance", one that gives joy and companionship every day. Chance's books will teach children to love everyone despite their differences, while entertaining and teaching. This is book one in the series of Chance, The Incredible, Wonderful, Three-Legged Dog. Chance is excited to share this adventure and looks forward to making many new friends!author_bio: Carolyn is a life-long nurse by trade and has degrees in nursing and business. More recently, Carolyn has utilized her medical and writing skills as a medical information consultant, writing medical information for a large pharmaceutical company. She has always had a dream of writing children's books; she wrote her very first children's book in high school. What she didn't count on was that she could do some illustration as well! The story of Chance inspired her to write a book that would not only entertain children, but help them understand the need to accept everyone despite their differences. The "Chance" book series will continue that theme and provide children with a new way to learn life-long lessons of respect while building a friendship with her best friend Chance!Carolyn lives and works in Carmel, Indiana and has two sons Travis and Alex, along with Chance and a foster cat Sophie. She enjoys outdoor activities and sports. Visit chancetheincredible.com and Chance's Facebook page for more information.Keywords: Chancetheincredible, Three-Legged, Chance, Incredible, Puppies, Rescue, Puppy, Rescue, Puppy, Dog, Disadvantaged, Challenged
When Teresa Walker reluctantly visits an old cemetery in the small East Texas town of Balfour with her husband Granger, she suddenly has a vision about a young girl, Sarah Bollinger, who was buried there 150 years ago. Granger is skeptical about Teresa's experience at first. However, after she tells him that she feels compelled to determine what happened to Sarah, he agrees to go along. As they investigate the mystery, they form an uneasy alliance with Jack McAlester, an engineer from San Francisco who has been summoned to Balfour by a series of curious letters. Teresa is immediately unnaturally attracted to this handsome but devious stranger. Together, they seek the assistance of Phyllis Runyon, the sophisticated current resident of the plantation house where Sarah lived. Their unraveling of the dark family secret concerning the true identity of Sarah's murderer leads to the discovery of a hidden treasure, forces Teresa and Granger to confront unresolved issues in their personal lives, and leads to a shocking, deadly climax at the scene of the original crime. A Peace in Time is an intimate tale of love and hate across a century and a half and of the meting out of justice for a vicious murder. _____Author Bio: Herschel Waller's thirty-eight year career as a petroleum engineer included numerous positions in the States and in Norway and Egypt. Now retired, he is exploring his life-long interest in writing by authoring A Peace in Time, which is set in his native East Texas. Though this is his first novel, he has also written several short stories. He now lives with his wife in Fulshear, Texas, just west of Houston. _____Keywords: Mystery, Romance, all, Historical, Murder, Antebellum, Ghost, Greed, Secret, Attraction
Throughout the history of man, aside from the Gospel itself, few Biblical topics have been studied and debated more than Bible prophesy, specifically prophesy surrounding the events leading up to and including the Rapture, Tribulation, the Second Coming of Christ, the Millennial Reign, and the judgment of man. Any such study vividly reveals the intricate role of Satan and the demonic realm. This is a story about the involvement of these fallen angels in the affairs of man in an attempt to disrupt God's plan for mankind. Although the scenario described in these pages is speculation at this point in time, it may well come to pass as End-Time events continue to unfold. THE ENGLISH MAN is a frightening tale of dark spirits weaving themselves throughout a serial murder investigation in a Missouri Amish community while attempting to alter prophesied events already set in stone by God before the creation of either man or angels.And the LORD said unto Satan,Whence comest thou? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it. Job 1:7Be sober, be vigilant, because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour. 1 Peter 5:8
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