When you travel anywhere, be prepared to discover differences between your home and your destination. It's part of what makes the journey so memorable. In this tale from Fiji, a young prince travels to a neighboring island. And, that's where he discovers that the people on this new land have "little friends". You might know them as mosquitoes. It was a very memorable travel discovery for the young prince.
I enjoyed rewriting this tale and setting it to rhyme, but I was not sure if it would work as a children's book. I mean, the teacher dies on page one and so many characters in the book get beaten up by Goso's students. However, there is so much to talk about. What happens when people jump to conclusions without all the facts? The story expanded, and chaos continued, until the truth was finally revealed. There are lessons to be discussed and learned. Most people who read this tale first ask me, "What's a calabash?" I was introduced to this gourd when I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Liberia. Since this tale is from Tanzania, it appears the gourd has spread across the continent. The calabash was one of the world's first cultivated plants that was not used as a food source. Dried calabash gourds were used as containers. In Liberia, they were also used as musical instruments and drinking glasses. And now, you know.Tanzania has long been my favorite tourist destination in Africa. It has the Serengeti Park and Ngorongoro Crater, Mt. Kilimanjaro, the Maasai people, as well as the island of Zanzibar. Who can compete with that?When I visited Stonetown, in Zanzibar, I splurged to stay at the Hotel International, well beyond my usual budget. It was once the home of a wealthy Arab merchant. The four-story building oozed with character, history, and well-worn age. The host at the desk was a delightful guy named Mudi.I asked Mudi where I could find a local dish with cassava leaves and coconut milk called "kisambo". Mudi didn't miss a beat and replied, "At my home." Of course, I accepted and the following day we climbed into a mini bus called a "matato" and headed home for a delicious experience on the Spice Island.I am continually surprised by the kindness of strangers along my path. Mudi's mother and her girlfriends prepared a feast with a good dose of cinnamon and cardamom. I gathered recipes, which thrilled the women. The book is dedicated to Mudi and his wonderful family who gave Zanzibar such a special place in my heart.
Who doesn't love a good love story? A young man, in search of his bride, goes to a trusted father-figure to help him find that young woman. The man is very willing to help. And, it looks like everything is set for the wedding. However, there is just one hurdle to overcome. The young man must move a mysterious stone away from the door. If this young woman is truly the bride Allah has selected for him, it shouldn't be a problem to move the stone. And, that is the problem.Over the years, I have collected over two hundred fifty tales from around the world. Hands down, no competition, not even close, this is my favorite one. Not only is it a beautiful story, but it reminds me of the two wonderful years I lived in Morocco.On my very first vacation, I headed over the Atlas Mountains into the Sahara Desert where I could ride a camel. Seriously, who wouldn't want to do that? But, in order to get there, the bus always stopped for a break in Taddart at the crest of the mountains. On my very first trip through Taddart, I met Lahcen. The friendship was instant. I returned there over and over whenever I needed to escape from Casablanca. I stayed in Lahcen's home, shared tagine with his family, and made a friend for life. I brought friends and family to Taddart over the years. They all loved the Moroccan experience, and they especially loved Lahcen. I guess love was in the air. One man had a crush on my sister. He called her a gazelle. And, he offered two camels for her. Her husband would never have approved.
This book is designed to help recovering persons (alcoholics/addicts) succeed in making the transition to a lifetime of sobriety. This book will help people who have just begun walking down the path of recovery and are now confronting the challenge of beginning a sober/clean lifestyle. This book will also appeal to those individuals who have begun recovery with some success, but now have encountered obstacles in their path. It is written in a direct, simple, and practical manner to help guide recovering persons move forward in their recovery.
I come from a long line of storytellers in my family. Grandma Arilla, Mama Jeanne, and Auntie Marge spent years teaching Children's Church and Sunday School. So, I'm fairly sure that I've heard most of the stories from the Bible. When I was in high school, I illustrated those stories as my mother told them in Children's Church. Every kid wanted to win the drawing at the end of the service. I added a little of my humor to Jonah's tale. The Bible says nothing about Jonah hating fish, but I merely suggested it would be funny if that was the case. (In truth, that part was more my feelings about fishing than Jonah's.) The Bible does speak about Jonah not being happy about God's love and grace for the Assyrians. It goes into a lot of detail. As I read it, I thought, "Are you kidding me? How can anyone complain about that?" Then, I realized that there was a kid's book just waiting for me to write and illustrate.The prophet Jonah lived somewhere around 750 B.C. The Bible never really says if he changed his mind about the Assyrians. But, in Mosul, Iraq, (present day Nineveh), the grave of Jonah was a sacred site for centuries. So, it appears that he stayed there for the rest of his life. I'm hopeful that he grew to love the people. The grave and the mosque covering it were destroyed by ISIS in 2014.
During an annual meeting of the Cubao Reformed Baptist Church (CRBC) Catherine Gacutan stood to speak regarding the sending of graduates of Grace Ministerial Academy (GMA) to our mission and other churches we are in fellowship with. Now, GMA is the Bible School of CRBC, and Ms. Gacutan is the acting Directress of the Christian Compassion Ministries (CCM), a ministry of CRBC to help the poor. Ms. Gacutan would like GMA to yield one of its graduates to become a Chaplain to CCM and that person was Levi Ilhig. Because Bro. Levi has been leading Bible studies to the parents of CCM Community-Based project recipients, he should be the latter's Chaplain rather than a pastor of another church. And so the debate started regarding Chaplaincy.
I gather folk tales with me as I wander the globe. In more recent years, I've gathered them as I paint community murals. So far, I have 63 murals in 27 countries. It's why I have such a varied collection of tales. Prior to murals, I lived in Asia and traveled about Thailand and the rest of Southeast Asia as much as possible. Thailand has such a rich and colorful culture. The tastes set your mouth on fire while your eyes and nose are flooded with historic sights and fragrant aromas. If It Is Truly Ours is a tale about a simple farming couple who work hard and live honestly. When they find a treasure on their property, they debate. Should we claim it? Is it truly ours? What would you do? The husband decided that they could never claim it unless it came to them. How could that ever happen? Do good things come to those who wait? You're just going to have to read a charming tale to find out.
Wetlands and Construction: An opportunity for Berlin-Brandenburg, examines how environmentally responsible paludiculture (wetland farming) cultivation can provide a source of renewable, carbon-capturing construction materials whilst regenerating peatland landscapes. Using the Sernitzmoor area within the German state of Brandenburg as a case study, this report explores how a land practice which promotes peatland carbon capture and the decarbonisation of the construction sector could be implemented at scale to deliver climatic, ecological and economic benefits. The project aims to contribute to the development of a new architectural vernacular: one whose aesthetics are rooted in circular and bio-based principles. The research seeks to demonstrate the potency of cross-industry and interdisciplinary collaborations, and the critical urgency of addressing the conditions and health of our landscapes.
The connection between mental health and poetry is a way for the creative to find their voice, and share experiences of struggle. Poetry speaks the language of the heart. Here we offer a sanctuary for the emotions that often reside in silence. Yet, our mission extends beyond the realm of poetry alone. At Introspective Voices, we believe that the journey to healing and understanding is paved with the art of expression and communication.
THERE ARE 52 WEEKS IN A YEAR.That's 52 times you start a brand new week.52 times you are faced with new choices.And 52 times where you absolutely need God.Life must have certain things in order for you to grow strong and healthy.Things such as food, water, sleep, exercise, school, a shower, and more.BUT WHAT ABOUT YOUR SPIRITUAL GROWTH?How are you growing in your relationship with God throughout each week?If you take time for games, friends and other things, how much more should you try to make time for God?THESE SHORT LESSONS CAN HELP!These lessons are taken from sermons that were written and presented to elementary aged kids at church services, kids camps and more! Inside each chapter kids will discover life applicable bible lessons, memory verses and even a place to write their thoughts to God all based on what they just learned!
This text contains a comprehensive reference for many commonly seen mathematical notations used frequently in Computer Science, including symbols (or other relevant notation), names, meanings, and programming equivalents (in Python, if any), alongside the most frequently used alphabets (i.e., Latin and Greek) and Latin abbreviations and phrases commonly used in academic literature.
This tale is a love story. A very wise man, the paramount chief, meets one wise woman. She turns his life upside-down in the best kind of way, as you would expect in a love story. You'll have to decide which one of them is the wisest.I love a good folktale and my journey with them began in Liberia where I gathered this tale as a Peace Corps Volunteer. It was so long ago and feels like another lifetime. It is dedicated to my best friend Daniel and his wife Theresa. From then unto now, Daniel has given me a friendship that spans time and distance. During my Peace Corps days, I'm told I once met Theresa, but I don't remember it. I am just going to have to believe her.Two weeks after I left Liberia, the country fell into a civil war that lasted for fourteen years. One of the worst affected locations was my Peace Corps hometown, Zwedru. It was the region of the ousted president and therefore a target. Zwedru became a deserted ghost town for seven years.For part of the time during the war, Daniel and Theresa fled to the Ivory Coast. It wasn't safe there either. They eventually fled back into Liberia and settled into Daniel's home village of Tugbaken. It's my most favorite place in the whole country.I revisited Liberia when the United States Embassy brought me back to paint murals with Ebola survivors. On that trip, I finally located my friend again. I wasn't even sure if Daniel was alive. I'd not heard from him for a couple decades.But, we reconnected and I visited Daniel and Theresa in Tugbaken. Since then, we've been able to connect much more frequently. I can't wait for them to read this Liberian love story because their story is the best real-life love story I ever saw in Liberia.
Three children are willingly reduced to miniature size by a Native American sorcerer. They decide to travel from Newfoundland to Canada's West Coast on the backs of wild geese. They are pursued by two mean birds eager to do them harm... thrilling adventures enhanced by local legends in each of the ten provinces.Meet Caroline, Valerie, and their brother in these adventures. It will be a valuable roadmap to guide your children over the next few years. The author addresses a broad spectrum of essential life skills, ranging from emotional intelligence to setting goals and taking responsibility. It equips kids with the necessary tools to navigate the world around them.
Storia della famiglia Besozzi che abitò a Capronno (Angera), a partire da Nicone (1823-1896), e dei suoi discendenti in Italia e negli Stati Uniti. La narrazione elenca anche tutti gli ascendenti di Nicone, che abitarono a Milano, Mombello e Besozzo, fino dal Medioevo.
This is one woman's adventure story. 18 years ago, the day before Christmas Eve, a woman with a small child landed on her childhood, best friend's door step in Ireland. She, in one night, had packed all her belongings asking a friend with a trailer to take them to her house to store for her. She and her child and their cat were now technically homeless. The friend opened the door shocked and happy to see her long ago friend for the first time in years. And there the story unfolds...
Our story introduces Lavendula, an undead girl in a school of magic-wielders that cannot conjure, enchant, or charm anything of her own; Cian, a werewolf runaway with a checkered past, caught up in a mess he did not make; and Rauf, the Vampiric campus President trying to keep everything from falling apart before his deadline. Follow their perspectives as we explore this curiously cursed University and all the mysteries therein.#BriarthorneUni Book One is a collection of tales from the various characters that make up the Briarthorne Universe.Briarthorne University is a magical college tucked away in the cliffs of California. The school is home to a variety of creatures, characters, and stories ranging from young adult love triangles to mismanaged rituals opening portals to other realms. You never quite know what will happen next.Debut novel by Aster Vaughn
Colin Ferreira unpacks Scripture to expose deceptions that keep Christians from a full relationship with the Father.
Either the moon follows everyone, or it follows no one at all. It is a decision to believe or not believe. Self-belief is both a choice and a habit cultivated by time and adversity. Crafting resilience to continue believing in yourself, despite any opinions to the contrary, is a superpower. She doesn't know she's a superhero. She knows she's special. Nobody told her she was special; she just decided she was because the moon follows her. God has two eyes and ALWAYS keeps one on her because she is important. So, one day at school, a classmate asked her why she was special. She proudly replied that it was because of the moon, and the class laughed. The teacher explains that she's not special, the moon "moving" is an optical illusion, and the moon follows no one. But even as the teacher said this, our superhero could see the moon watching through the window. On the way out of school, she tried to show them that there was the moon - like she said it would be. The moon followed the bus home, and no one looked except for her. She learns that no matter what people say, she knows she's special in her heart, and the moon still follows her. The feeling of being special shows how she walks and carries herself. There will be moments when people try to test her "special," but she handles it gracefully because she can't let anyone take her "special." The only thing that has never made sense to her is why they won't look up and see proof that the moon follows them, too.
Author of several books, Carine Mansilla invites us here to a fabulous journey through time and space, especially through a surprising and touching story of an unprecedented love, an unlikely marriage that took place at a time when, in history, in Nazi Germany, especially in times of war, was unimaginable, if not impossible, the union between a young German woman from the Hitler Youth movements and a black French soldier. A family story full of dignity and deference, written in a striking and varied style, with simple and eloquent words, strong images... A story that the author tells us, in her own way, in the form of "Chronicles of a Multicultural Upbringing". A Book to read absolutely and to recommend...
Embark on an intergalactic odyssey with "The Abyssal Prophecy," an epic sci-fi adventure penned by the young prodigy, Draven Artzt. In a universe torn by a six-way war among powerful galaxies, a new and mysterious threat emerges, threatening the very fabric of existence. Meet the unique inhabitants of the Rain Galaxy, where Rain People's powers to create rain mysteriously vanish, plunging their world into chaos. Led by the enigmatic King Ocerin, survival becomes a desperate race against time as the Rain People grapple with extinction. As "Survival Finders" and "Crime Finders" emerge to tackle the crisis, alliances form and betrayals surface, unraveling a web of mysteries. In a parallel struggle, "Rain Makers" experiment tirelessly to bring back the life-giving rain, but forces beyond their understanding thwart their every attempt. The silence of the rain reverberates across galaxies, drawing attention in an unprecedented manner. News of the Rain Galaxy's crisis echoes through the six-way war, shifting dynamics and instigating unexpected diplomatic overtures. The Abyssal Prophecy" takes readers on a riveting journey through intrigue, resilience, and discovery. As new alliances arise and unforeseen consequences emerge, the fate of not just one galaxy but the entire multiverse hangs in the balance. In this debut masterpiece by Draven Artzt, witness the birth of a young literary talent as he seamlessly blends artificial intelligence with boundless imagination. "The Abyssal Prophecy" is not merely a book; it's an experience, a journey through realms uncharted and mysteries untold. Prepare to be captivated, as the galaxies unite against a common enemy, weaving a tale of survival, redemption, and the enduring strength of unity.
Сборник Баварские штрихи объединяет заметки и эссе о сюжетах баварской истории, а также включает в себя два рассказа. Одной из связующих нитей становится тема русских путешественников и эмигрантов в Баварии. Затрагиваются также страницы из времен III рейха. Отдельный цикл посвящен королю Людвигу II и посмертной мифологизации его образа.
本书妄图证明两大人生定律。 一 人的灵魂是不朽的。到了生命的终点，挂了的只是我们的灵魂寄居了一世的躯壳。灵魂以另一种形态存在着，还会借着新的身躯重回人间。 二 人生没有巧合。我们来到地球之前，就设计好了人生蓝图。设计好的人生中有很多自由选择的机会，经过一次一次的选择，你活成了今天的你。 本人程序员一枚，目前尚未皈依任何宗教，不是神棍或新进的狂热教徒！ 不是不想加入组织，其实非常想找到一个精神港湾，在遇到生活的暴击时，可以停靠。只是觉得很多伟大的宗教都有一些点让我没法全信。 比如基督教说信我者得永生，不信者下地狱，总觉得有点像一手拿胡萝卜、一手拿大棒的人的操作，我心里老在问上帝就这么小心眼？ 比如佛教说不杀生，蚊子来咬我，我不拍死它，我觉得自己脑子有病。 比如儒教讲的忠恕，听起来很高尚，可实际操作一下，我对你无比忠贞，你却找小三，我还得饶恕你，我智障啊？ 比如道教讲的修炼，感觉好难，不知道从何修起。有时觉得自己还不如一只狐狸，还能修成狐狸精啥的。 比如马列教的共产主义，我可太愿意相信了，真希望现在就实现啊，按需分配，想上天就上天，需要躺平就躺平，多幸福啊！但眼瞅着这辈子实现不了，下辈子、下下辈子行不？马列大师又压根没提轮回这档子事啊。 2020年10月24日黄昏，我无意中抬头，看到半个月亮远远地挂在半空，离月亮很近的地方还有个黑色的飞碟。心里大惊，仔细看过去，飞碟像是刚刚从月亮上飞下来，那黑色中带着烟蓝，不像是地球上的东西。飞碟越来越近，我可以清晰地看到深橘色的底部。当时都看傻了，等反应过来想拍照时，飞碟瞬间消失。 我疯狂地通过各种渠道找信息，希望弄清楚那个来自月亮边上的飞碟的前世今生。至今没找到答案，但是，却惊喜地发现了 人生不死！人生没有偶然！醍醐灌顶，生命中的很多问题有了答案。 证据多到我要爆炸，比天上的星星还多，且容我一一奉上。 如果不以为然，欢迎放马过来，狠狠批判，看你能不能把这两大定律批得体无完肤。
Mikhail Yupp is a talented poet, novelist, artist, collector, and connoisseur of art. His poems are multifaceted, highly professional, and philosophical. His two-volume commemorative collection is a true work of art, reflecting his deep thoughts and emotions. Yupp has already made his mark on the pages of literature and is recognized as one of the significant writers of his time.
La delgada línea que separa el amor del desamor es una brecha frágil y peligrosa. Una línea que puede quebrarse con la más mínima chispa de incertidumbre, la más insignificante de las dudas o la más pequeña de las traiciones. Es un equilibrio inestable, que requiere de un cuidado constante y delicado, como una flor vulnerable que necesita ser regada y nutrida para mantener su belleza y fragancia. Pero a pesar de su fragilidad, hay quienes son adictos al peligro, que disfrutan caminando al borde del abismo, tentando al destino y empujando los límites de sus emociones. Y aunque algunos puedan salir victoriosos de esta osadía, otros no tienen tanta suerte. Al final, lo que queda es la pregunta eterna: ¿vale la pena arriesgarse por el amor? ¿O es mejor mantenerse alejado, en la seguridad del desamor? La respuesta es incierta, pero lo que sí queda claro es que, sin importar la elección, siempre habrá una huella, una memoria, un recuerdo que nos mantendrá atados a esa línea delgada y frágil, ya sea con la felicidad del amor o el dolor del desamor.
A boy escapes from a circus with nothing but the clothes he wears, his faithful companion dog, and a generous dose of native cleverness. in search of his long-lost father, He is taken in by a kindly family, but lacks education, and finds he misses the excitement of circus life. Moreover, he is not immune to the temptations of mischief. Difficulties arise.
Sly, baroque and surreal stories from the pen of the master of the short weird tale. "A typical D.F. Lewis story is like an unholy amalgam of Donald Barthelme and the Comte de Lautréamont. Or Shirley Jackson after she'd supped an unhealthy quantity of Old Shoggoth's Peculiar. Like oysters, they are better consumed in large quantities." D M Mitchell (author of SAVOY: A SERIOUS LIFE)
Tim Lees's fiction has been compared to that of Michael Moorcock, Ray Bradbury, Franz Kafka, Ted Chiang and Mervyn Peake. In this, his latest collection, you'll meet a couple of artistically-inclined hit-men ("Scenes from Country Life"), a woman caught up in an interdimensional war, whose friends are far worse than her enemies ("Love and War"); you'll visit a Heavenly realm invaded by monsters ("Gumps"), and witness a terrifying ritual which nonetheless sustains the peace and stability of the world - and causes hell when it's disrupted ("The Shuttered Child"). From familiar city streets to strange, inhuman landscapes, from the fields of England to the unknown cities of America, these are stories which push the boundaries of genre and show human life adapting to the weird, the alien - and the outright terrifying.
Poemario escrito por niños y niñas dentro del Proyecto poético-musical Versicos.
La 'piera da l'aga' (pietra dell'acqua) di Ciago di Meduno (PN) è la base pressoria di un torchio vinario di epoca romana - una leggenda popolare vuole che il grosso monolite giacesse un tempo in mezzo al prato e che, spostato tramite l'aiuto di una coppia di buoi, fosse ritrovato il giorno seguente al posto di partenza. Solo in seguito ad un nuovo tentativo il masso ri¬mase nella nuova collocazione.Una seconda leggenda racconta, invece, che Ciago è stata in passato una "grande città", protetta dai quattro castelli di Meduno, Toppo, Cavasso e Solimbergo. La credenza è stata originata dal frequente ritrovamento, nella pianura ad Ovest e a Sud del borgo, di fondamenta di antiche case e dei resti di numerose tombe di epoca romana.Una vecchia consuetudine locale voleva che l'acqua piovana raccoltasi nelle quattro coppelle fosse benefica alla vista; veniva perciò toc¬cata dalle contadine di passaggio prima di fare il segno della croce, mentre mormoravano una preghiera.
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