Francisco, a Colombian-American New Yorker, embarks on a quest to uncover the truth about his family's past, unearthing long-forgotten secrets that compel him to question his identity and embrace an unpredictable future. As Francisco reconstructs his family's history, he writes a hybrid of fiction and nonfiction that may hold the key to his future: either as an anthropologist committed to studying the lived experience of immigrants, or as a novelist nurtured by it.This is Reyes-Ruiz's most personal work to date: a tapestry of taracea marquetry intricately woven with threads of adventure, travel literature, and family saga. Embarking on a journey across diverse worlds and languages, Extended Family evokes the ancient patina of precious objects.Héctor Hoyos, Stanford University. Author of Things with a HistoryReyes-Ruiz continues to explore in depth the inner lives of expatriates and bicultural people. This time, without the exoticism of Thailand, Japan, or Dubai, we move to the streets of Manhattan and Queens, as well as graduate programs in anthropology. The result is a work of great refinement and subtlety.Patrick O'Connor, Oberlin College.
For half a century, the Archipelago has been silent. Alone, out on the galaxy's rim, an eccentric cluster of planets set out to forge a new society, far from the meddling interference of the great interplanetary leagues. Over decades of isolation, the Archipelago became a mostly forgotten legend.Then, out of the blue, they send a message. The leagues are invited to visit. But why? Why now?Ren Markov is a veteran diplomat for the idealistic Core Planets, where he acts as an agent of subversion, toppling governments and spoiling revolutions. Dispatched on a mission into the Arc, Ren discovers stunning worlds and a radical, ecologically obsessed society that is both compelling and disturbing. But he faces a terrible decision. Should he protect this strange new society, or should he fear it and allow it to be crushed?
This book is a valuable resource for parents and caregivers who are looking for a way to teach children about personal boundaries, body safety, and consent in an age-appropriate manner. Here's a brief review of the book's key features: Body Safety and Awareness: The book aims to educate children about their bodies, their personal space, and how to recognize and assert their boundaries. This is crucial for helping children develop a healthy understanding of their bodies and personal space.Social Skills: Teaching social skills is an integral part of the book, as it helps children understand how to interact with others respectfully and assertively. Learning how to express their feelings and discomfort in appropriate ways is an essential skill for kids.Consent Education: The book covers the concept of consent, both for touch and no-touch situations. Teaching children about consent from a young age is vital for their overall well-being and personal safety.Differentiating Good Touch and Bad Touch: The book helps children differentiate between good and bad touches, which is crucial for recognizing potential dangers and seeking help when needed.Stranger Danger: It appears that the book addresses the topic of "stranger danger," which is another critical aspect of personal safety education for children.Promoting Basic Understanding of Private Parts: The book also seems to provide age-appropriate information about private parts, helping children understand what's appropriate to discuss and what's not.Rhyming Text and Engaging Storytelling: The use of rhyming text and engaging storytelling can make the learning experience enjoyable and memorable for children, encouraging them to follow the story and absorb the lessons more effectively.Conversation Starter: The book is designed to be a conversation starter between parents or caregivers and their children, providing a comfortable and accessible way to discuss important topics related to personal boundaries and safety.An amazing addition to a child's life skills book collection - Don't lose out
Soulmates conquer all. Emma The portal to Edinmyre is closing, and our end is drawing near. If I want the fae to survive, I must unite the Crystals of Harmony, or die trying. Problem is, my death is already sealed... and I'm tired of running from it. Ireland and Scotland hold the answers to the Unseelie stone's location, yet the path is heavy with secrets. We will continue to fight for the future of the fae, but I already know my fate. The prophecy will come true. I will give up my life for my nation, and join the gods in order to meet my destiny. But I don't think my mate is strong enough to let me go. Ethan Droga has taken everything. His wrath has spread across the land, and no one has been able to stop him from destroying our country. The dark lord's magic is immeasurable, and even a king is powerless to stop it. Royalty and power means nothing when evil is unleashed. There is only one person strong enough to stand up to his darkness, and she is my mate. Emma has become the strongest sorceress in the world, and is the only match for Droga's power. Despite vowing to protect her, I may lose her anyway. That is... unless we create a miracle, and perform magic that has never been done before. We cannot afford to fail. Malovia hangs in the balance.
In a future where social media and cell phones are outlawed, a generation fights for freedom against a totalitarian regime.Emily "M" Aaronson leads the charge, but doubts about her leadership haunt her every move. When Isabella Ortega emerges as a beacon of hope, her familial ties to the oppressive regime pose a significant challenge. As the battle escalates against the Todesschwadron, the impending showdown at the "X-Circus" becomes the battleground for the nation's future.For readers who relish the rebellious spirit of dystopian sagas like "The Hunger Games" and "Divergent," "Generation Z: Uprising" offers a riveting exploration of a future where the fight for freedom against an authoritarian regime echoes themes of youth empowerment and societal upheaval. This gripping narrative resonates with the adrenaline-pumping excitement found in works by well-known authors of YA dystopian fiction.Get ready for a pulse-pounding journey as 'Generation Z: Uprising' weaves a gripping tale of technological rebellion, high-stakes resistance, and a battle that will define the destiny of a generation.Don't miss out - grab your copy of 'Generation Z: Uprising' and join the battle for freedom today!
After spending the last five years in a coma, Dia finds herself in a world that is completely unfamiliar to her. With only a few instructions from a friendly android named Kib to guide her, she ventures into the unknown to find some answers.Between country-wide tensions, a delicate post-civil war political climate, and a deadly terrorist group known as the Infernas Militia hiding in the shadows, Dia soon realizes that she's going to need help if she intends to survive in the perilous country of Rogstram. This leads her to the Callisters; a family who claims to have known her in the past. With nowhere else to turn, she is forced to place her trust in them, for better or worse.Faced with surprise attacks, an unknown past, and an enemy who wants her dead, Dia quickly learns just how dangerous the world of Valkra truly is...And just how dangerous she can be in return.
Create wealth by renting your personal real estate. Backlash from cities imposing new rules, taxes & fines? Avoid trouble & grow revenues in hostile environment. My Property Payday shows how: best returns while avoiding pitfalls.
There was once a time when I thought that suicide was my only chance at freedom. A period that seemed like a lifetime, that I devoted my time to thinking of ending my life. Thoughts similar to, when will I do it, how will I do it, and who would miss me if I did do it. But that was before I permanently picked up a pen to create not just words that formed into poetry, but also words that served me as therapy. Worded Emotions is just that, not only the thoughts and feelings I experienced and witnessed while battling Depression but a book here to give not only faith but insight to the reader as well.
"Sharmila, a painter entering the autumn of her life, had gently set aside hopes of love after a heart-wrenching loss. In Kashmir to orchestrate her daughter Alina's wedding, Sharmila never anticipated that the universe was crafting a different plan--one of second chances and unexpected love. She crosses paths with George, a professor of Indian art history and a kindred spirit bearing the weight of lost love. Together they explore Kashmir's lush valleys, snow-draped mountains, clear lakes, and ancient shrines. A fragile romance quietly blossoms, gently guiding their hearts toward a future neither dared to dream of"--
The Care and Feeding of a Teacher is a hybrid memoir, rant, tell-all, and inspirational speech, organized in the dictionary format-just like education: wildly chaotic, creative, emotional, factual, and always in alphabetical order. The author, Brenda K. Preuss, M.Ed., a retired veteran teacher of twenty-eight years, is angry at how teachers are treated. The dynamic information in this book will validate, encourage, and empower teachers. For all others, it will lift the veil on public education. The Care and Feeding of a Teacher opens eyes and touches hearts. It is vulnerable, yet brutal in its honesty. In this humorous, touching, easy-to-read volume, Brenda K. Preuss, M.Ed., delivers an illuminating collection of stories, lists, letters, poetry, and rants from her heart to yours.
Sometimes an unimaginable tragedy can bring a new outlook on life and love.>At thirteen, Star is brilliant and sensitive, with an uncanny ability to intuit truth. Through dreams, observations, and journaling, Star inches ever closer to uncovering her mother's secrets. Mary Avery Kabrich's second novel, told from the perspective of both mother and daughter, presents a stirring tale of loss and the healing power of love. Mary Avery Kabrich is an award-winning author of Once Upon a Time a Sparrow. Mary writes contemporary fiction with an aim to hearten and inspire her readers. She can be reached at Maryaverykabrich@gmail.com
Discover the insights shared with humanity by Lord Germain (St. Germain) and others through David J. Adams about The Earth Mother. Travel alongside Krista Sonnen as she visits sacred sites to "light up" the earth grids and does other activations guided from on high. Experience the powerful transformational energies that came in through these sacred words and actions. In ONENESS you began, To ONENESS you now return.Embrace the Light of your own SOURCEEmbrace the Light of the DIVINE FEMININE, THE EARTH MOTHER, >David J Adams is an Oral Channel, a songwriter, a musician, author of a number of books and leader of the Marine Meditation held at each Equinox to connect and communicate with the Ocean Consciousness of the Earth Planet - but most important, He is a SERVANT OF PEACE.
Catherine Blunt knows what it's like to be a hostage. Growing up in the Second Cold War will do that to a person. Being betrayed by billionaire parents and forced to work in an underground research facility will also play its part. After six years being trapped between her psychotic mother and her cowardly father, Catherine is ready to give up, but when special agent Frank Hawkins saves her life, everything changes.Catherine is thrust into a dangerous conspiracy that threatens to swallow anyone who gets too close. Aided by a geeky but intelligent hacker, and hunted by her father's Maori bodyguard, can she reclaim her freedom before the Horizon Conspiracy swallows her too?Find out in this near future, action-packed thriller.
Obsession tied them together. She won't let anything tear them apart. For Micah, Luke, and Conor, there are no limits to what they'll do to win Kara's heart. Lie, cheat, steal...and kill. But just when it seems like they've succeeded, an old enemy strikes. The ex-Navy SEALs will do anything to keep Kara safe-including surrendering to the predator intent on destroying them.But Kara refuses to lose them. After years of them protecting her, it's time to return the favor. And if it involves payback against their enemy, well, she's not the woman she used to be. Running was easy when she had nothing to lose. But now? Forged into someone stronger, she's no longer afraid of her own power. Kara's determined to fight-for her men, for their family, and for herself.Even if it means the fight of her life.Meet Me In The Dark is the third and final book in the Bad Heroes series, and ends with an HEA. The heroine never has to choose between the heroes for her HEA, and the heroes choose her and each other. Please check the author's website, jobrenner dot com, for content notes.
Angels come in all forms. Learn to recognize the signs from the afterlife that come to comfort us. Animal guides and spirits serve each and every one of us every day. Join Jack McAfghan, a mixed breed Afghan Hound who shares the true and magical story of his friend Lizard, an angel spirit guide who comes to his aid and to the aid of many others as they cross the Rainbow Bridge into the afterlife. This second book in "The Jack McAfghan Pet Loss Trilogy" is filled with full-color illustrations and is designed to comfort those who are left behind to grieve. It is written for children of all ages to minimize the fear of death. It is a true pet loss story told exactly as it unfolded, designed to open minds and hearts to the gifts and possibilities of the great and unseen Universe. In the style we have come to know and love, Jack shares his gentle wisdom and the power of unconditional love for all. His ultimate goal: to teach us to live Heaven on Earth through love, faith and forgiveness. He also brings to light the fact that miracles exists everywhere in the world and that the end of this life is not the end of life at all. Life Never Ends. Love Never Dies.
Experience the transforming power of the Word of God and change your life! This collection of 99 Scripture verses, each followed by a single-page teaching, is designed to help the reader digest and absorb the Word of God in bite-size nuggets that build a foundation of faith. Dr. Johnnie Blount is passionate about helping believers understand the power of the Word of God. This is illustrated well by the first entry: "Friends, it is important for us not only to read the Word, but to become the Word. In order to become the Word, we must know and understand that the Word of God abides in us. In the beginning was the Word, and that Word was Christ. The only way Christ can be present in the world today is in an earthly body, and each of us is that earthly body Christ inhabits. It is critical to let Christ operate through us every day. The only way the world can experience Jesus Christ is through and by us." This book is full of wisdom and insights to help readers deepen their understanding of God's Word so they can walk more closely with the Lord and discover the true purpose for which they were created.
In a tale of love, loss and discovery, The Red Ribbon of Time weaves together the stories of two young women, Annie, a 16th century Frankish woman from Cyprus, and Netta, an American in present time.Annie, flees the Ottoman takeover of Cyprus in 1571, leaving behind her beloved Athanasios and her life as she knew it. Netta, searches for the answers to her visions and dreams at the Gothic Abbey of Bellapais in Cyprus.Moving between Cyprus of the 16th century and the present, The Red Ribbon of Time unfolds the themes of loss and discovery into an unforgettably rich tapestry of enduring love amid the fires of war.
*ANTEBELLUM & CIVIL WAR ROMANCE*>When Edric saw Eve, the last thing he wanted was to be attracted to her. How was it even possible for him to desire, much less fall in love with someone that he owned? Beautiful Eve just wanted to survive long enough to escape and one day reunite with her parents. The last thing she wanted was to feel something...anything for the man that bought her, a White man at that, despite how kind he was to his slaves. Reader Advisory: Some of the subject matter presented in this book is very sensitive. The sex scenes are consummated. This book is not intended for anyone under the age of eighteen. Nor is it intended for those who are easily offended with certain realities during the antebellum era that this book highlights.
Reporter Ellie Andrews exposes a sinister scheme to harvest and sell organs from prisoners and uncovers an organ trade that reaches into law enforcement, government and her own family.
This book is not your run of the mill recap of the Big Bang Theory (BBT), but a new and thought-provoking venture into an entirely different early universe. In this new vision everything we know to exist in the universe naturally evolves from the condensed energy that started our universe, and does so without positing into existence any new fields, forces, dimensions, or anything else that is not already known to science. This new vision only required a tweaking of the Big Bang Theory. Instead of winding the clock back to a singularity, the author stopped at a point just short of the singularity and allowed the speck of condensed energy to simply expand from there. Amazing things happened. Supermassive blackholes (SMBHs) spun into existence, then particles spun into existence, and then dark energy naturally permeated our universe becoming our intergalactic medium, all together forming the large-scale structure of our universe we call the cosmic web. The author then discovered that the creation of SMBHs, particles, and dark energy represent the foundation to our entire universe, and that everything else, including fields, forces, and complex matter, emanates from relationships between those three entities. This is the story of those relationships. It retains all the observational evidence supporting the BBT, covering the period up until the creation of atoms and the CMB, at which point our current vision of the universe takes over. The work is supported by numerous citations, quotes, and observations from many leading physicists, cosmologists, and mathematicians. Sound reasoning and observational evidence makes this new vision one that invites confirmation or rejection on multiple levels. It will surely stimulate discussion, theoretical assault, and experimental analysis for years to come. It is a momentous journey through 380,000 years of evolution that has never before been so thoroughly analyzed or so vividly recounted.
Tulasi (Ocimum Sanctum) stands out as one of India's most celebrated medicinal plants. For thousands of years, Ayurvedic practitioners have used Tulasi to prevent and treat a wide array of physical and psychological disorders while promoting overall well-being. Nowadays, Tulasi is known all over the world. In recent decades, significant efforts have been made to validate Tulasi's therapeutic effectiveness as claimed by Ayurveda. Extensive in vitro and in vivo investigations, as well as limited clinical studies, suggest beneficial effects for various disorders. This book offers a condensed overview of findings published in scientific literature, serving as an accessible reference and guide for formulators, R&D professionals, biomedical researchers and medical practitioners.
J Constantine loses his leg in a freak ballet accident and with the compensation he builds a hotel and staffs it with his out-of-work performer mates. They have no idea what they're doing but it's a job so they're doing it anyway. Ballerinas as cleaners, opera singers masquerading as waiters, an eighty-piece orchestra tending the gardens and throw in a French magician, J's band of misfits are doing their best with what they've got - raw talent. When a plane carrying the a-list cast and crew of a new production crashes into a mountain, J realises his team has a chance of performing again. The producer of the show however, has other ideas, her cast were global stars not a bunch of out work actors. Can J win her over with his crazy idea? If he does, can the hotel keep running while the staff are in the theatre? Will J cope with not being able to dance? Who's coming to the rescue? Will this all come together?This book is a study in mayhem and magic, of learning on the run and finding a reason for getting up each morning. It's about friendships and love, it's about hospitality, taking care of each other and building a community around a common theme. It is also about performance and the love for theatre and everything that entails.
Imagine being able to do whatever you want to do, say whatever is on your mind, self realizing your thoughts, staying calm in the middle of chaos. Or getting rid of your baggage, feeling more sexual, developing trust and letting go of the defenses; flowing with ease, having spontaneity, having more authentic love and enjoying nurturing friends and a nourishing sense of belonging in the place of loneliness. This is what it is like when you learn to let go and live free. This is true liberation. Author Anita De Francesco, MA teaches you through a collection of her life experiences of how to manage, live and understand your life, sexual being and emotional self. She teaches how all suffering is your spiritual teacher and with this awareness anyone can transform their life right there in the middle of pain. She invites you to take a journey through the Kinepathics approach to physical, emotional and sexual wholeness. These solutions will lead to a more fulfilled energy and willpower, more passion, happiness, love, contentment, and a mastery over the suffering. You will be inspired page by page, by a life that has been transformed over and over again in every second. This evolution is a moment in time, a time to experience your fullness. Blending together spirituality, somatic psychology, medicine, tantric yoga and a variety of energy techniques Anita brings together the relationship between the body, mind, spirit, the environment and the sexual being. Anita comes from a resiliency that is deep and unique. She presents an approach that will teach you to understand why you are the way you are and that anything is possible. She teaches that when we empty our cup and open our heart to our feelings a transformation then begins. The first step is taking charge to loving yourself so that you can develop the ability to be free. Live Free is a journey for those who want to evolve into their full being, those who want to learn to receive love and give equally, for those who want to experience life, to those who want inspiration and direction and who want to expand their journey. This inspiration will awaken the best in your human spirit.
Sergio and Sabrina Sulla, brother and sister, volunteer at The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, California. During the Pandemic some rescued seals at The Center have been stranded there because no staff is available to manage their release during the COVID-19 shutdown. As volunteers at The Center, Sergio and Sabrina are able to enter the facility. On one visit, Sabrina discovers that Alice, one of the harbor seals, has learned to speak English. Alice discloses to Sabrina that members of the seal group have been plotting a way to escape now that they have been restored to health. All releases of healthy animals were stalled by the lockdown. Sabrina and Sergio join them to help finally find a way home.
Preciosas pinturas y textos sencillos muestran a niños modelando cómo utilizar una "rosa de la paz" para compartir sentimientos y resolver conflictos.Este no sólo es un excelente libro para leer en voz alta y una excelente adición a su estantería sobre la paz, sino que también encontrará algunas ideas que le ayudarán a desarrollar un aula pacífica. Por Alicia Olson.
Destiny Theory marks the first chapter of An Evolution of Thought. It is the earliest published record of the author Jasper Littlewood-Brennan's thoughts about reality, and as such, it can act as a starting point from which the evolution, adaption, and changes to his ideas can be observed. Destiny Theory introduced some of Jasper's early thoughts on determinism and on time being comprised of discrete moments. It posited that specific deterministic laws are responsible for determining a future moment based on a past moment. Destiny Theory is not a game changer for philosophy. Some of the claims of Destiny Theory, such as the existence of scientific evidence for destiny, are unsubstantiated. Some ideas presented in this text, which may have been suggested as new, were pre-existing concepts, unbeknownst to the author at the time. Destiny Theory is a glimpse of some of Jasper's early philosophical thoughts, which may provide insight into the origins of future developments in more recent publications in the series. It is for this reason that Destiny Theory has an important place as Chapter I in An Evolution of Thought.
Transform Your Grant Journey... Explore the Global Odyssey of Mr. Grant Money in Volume 3 of The Amazing Adventures! Discover Best Practices in Grant Acquisition and Grant Writing, Skillfully Woven into Engaging Stories - Empowering Your Path to Success, No Matter Where You Begin!"Are you starting your grant journey from scratch and feeling overwhelmed? What if there was a grant book that not only welcomed beginners but also ensured your path was illuminated with the brilliance of Mr. Grant Money's expertise?Frustrated by the lack of motivation in your grant writing process? What if your grant guide could not only inspire you with stories but also provide actionable exercises to turn your frustrations into triumphs?Ever felt lost in the grant maze, wondering if your efforts will ever truly bring a windfall of grant money? Imagine a world where you can conquer grant challenges and win maximum grant funding with the wisdom of Mr. Grant Money - can you envision that transformation?Struggling to make your grant development efforts stand out in the crowd? Envision a reality where your grant acquisition practices are infused with big ideas from a Master Grant Acquisition Specialist - could that be the missing link to your success?>Grantopoly: Mr. Grant Money's Out-of-This-World Wisdom takes you on an exhilarating journey through the captivating world of grants and grant writing. Join Mr. Grant Money, your charismatic guide, as he transforms the seemingly mundane task of grant acquisition into a thrilling adventure filled with stories, practical exercises, and inspiration. Here's How You'll Benefit: Embark on a narrative-driven exploration of the grant writing landscape. Mr. Grant Money's adventures unfold in a way that captivates readers, making the learning process not only educational but also entertaining. The vivid storytelling brings the world of grant acquisition to life, turning it from a dry manual into a page-turning experience.Practical Exercises - Move beyond theory with hands-on exercises that solidify your understanding of grant development concepts. By applying Mr. Grant Money's proven strategies in real-life scenarios, you'll gain practical insights and skills that are essential for success in the world of grant acquisition.Community Engagement - Navigate common grant writing challenges with thought-provoking discussion questions that encourage interaction and shared experiences.Motivational Elements - Elevate your motivation levels with strategically placed inspiring quotes from Mr. Grant Money and other notable figures. Let the wisdom and encouragement fuel your passion and focus as you embark on your grant journey.Big Ideas for Innovation - Unlock a treasure trove of big ideas that can revolutionize your approach to grant development and consulting.Inclusive Learning for All Levels - Progress confidently from novice to skilled professional with a comprehensive approach that ensures even beginners can grasp the intricacies of grant development.Creative Grant Strategies - Break free from the mundane and infuse creativity into your grant applications. Learn how to incorporate imaginative ideas inspired by Mr. Grant Money's adventures into your grant development campaigns, making you and your efforts stand out in the competitive grant landscape.This book isn't just a collection of stories; it's a toolkit for success. With actionable strategies, practical exercises, and a visually engaging design, the book unlocks the door to practical success in the dynamic world of grants. Order now!
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