Sam Kamkaango's life was the very stuff that grows into legends. At a relatively youthful age of 42 years, he was already a force to reckon with in international business and politics. He was the yard stick with which the ambitious and the promising measured their worth with. The media dubbed him, with justification, as the 'Financial Wizard of the Developing World' Yet unknown to many of his admirers was the fact that beneath the veneer of poise, class and success languished a man in chains: a haunted, terror stricken man looking, nay groping in the dark, for an exit, a way out of a nightmarish world of demons that would not be exorcised. A prisoner of a remorseful past: a man beyond redemption.
Join us as the author recounts his 81 years of travelling around the world, from tramping through the bogs of Newfoundland and galloping through the streets of Taipei, to serving as a teacher in war-torn Croatia and Bosnia. Through loss and gain, acceptance and rejection, through the vagaries of success and failure, he provides this account as his legacy to his children, grandchildren and all members of his extended family.
"It's a German Shepherd Thing" is a collection of true stories about this marvelous dog breed. It delves into its characteristics, habits, personality, humor, courage and loyalty. In reading this book you'll learn what its like to live with this magnificent dog. If you ever had a German Shepherd Dog it will awaken those precious memories from your past.
Captain Jack is an old geezer who creates the life he hopes to live before he dies. He is generous to a fault, bribes his family, his employees and their proposed marriage partners to go north, convert to Christianity, and join and eventually own his newly acquired business shipping freight among the islands of Alaska. He is a successful author, an accomplished craftsman, a builder and a man whose hard work, courage, generosity and greatly inflated self-image impacts an Indian village, a town, assorted small businesses and three generations of his family. With plenty of time to spare before he kicks it, the bucket is emptied.
As North Korea seeks to join the modern world, one terrorist organization uses worldwide terror and sinister plots to reunite the Koreas under a tyrannical rule. As the United States Navy mobilizes in a race to save the world from further terror, one man and one woman put together the clues to unravel the mystery surrounding the global death and destruction. But will these warriors be able to stop the final terror attack in time?
The ideas propounded in this book are arguably among the rare works which seek to bring about development in Africa by reaching out to the hearts and the minds of its youth.
"America's First Black Poet: Jupiter Hammon of Long Island includes his poems, prose pieces and new information about Jupiter Hammon's life, including photos of the homes where Hammon lived. While Hammon is the first black poet to publish his own verse, this book also includes recognition of Phillis Wheatley as the first female black poet to publish her own works. It includes "Hammon's Address to Miss Phillis Wheatley," both his poem and a four part Gospel Choir arrangement available for use. This book informs readers about what life was like in the 18th century, and how Jupiter Hammon, a slave, was able to travel at will, publish his poetry, and be a preacher to his intended audience, "the brethren," his fellow slaves, at a time when few slaves could travel. "Celebrating Black Poetry Day," offers suggestions for October 17th programs or observances. A list is given of the 34 noted black poets who have spoken and given readings at Plattsburgh, NY, State University since 1984 as part of their ongoing Black Poetry day celebrations"--
We all have stories to tell! Our life stories can be joyful or filled with sorrow. Inspirational, thought-provoking, comical. They can be poetry or prose. One-liners or Scripture verses. The stories of our lives help us to make sense of the world in which we live. They give us hope, a feeling of belonging, and remind us of who we are in this journey we call life.
Why Go There? takes readers on unusual tours to nineteen very different countries -- from Easter Island's Rapa Nui festival to the military rooms that were carved out inside the Rock of Gibraltar; from Panama's mola-makers on a small San Blas island to conversations with the people in Newfoundland who welcomed the passengers stranded there during the 9/11 crisis.World traveler Carole J. Gariepy includes more than two hundred photos with her Why Go There? stories, helping readers feel like they are taking the journey too -- and hopefully, they too will gain understanding, acceptance, and caring for people of other cultures as Gariepy has from her travels.
We three baby swallows wait and hope our parents will bring us juicy insects to eat so that we will grow up fast. Then we will have to feed ourselves. We are old enough to fly, but we cannot fly well enough to catch flying insects. Carol watched and photographed us from a boat in the river.Las tres golondrinas esperamos que nuestros padres nos lleven insectos que podemos comer para crecer rápidamente. Entonces tendremos que obtener nuestra comida. Podemos volar, pero no podemos volar bastante bien para coger insectos. Carol nos miró y sacó fotos del barquito en el río.
I thought I had met the man of my dreams. Nine months later, I married him. That dream relationship soon became a nightmare, and after spending nearly 10 years in an emotionally abusive marriage, I finally found the courage to leave. But I did more than just walk out the door. I set out on a mission to take all the lessons I learned from marriage, motherhood, and divorce, and share them with other women. In this memoir, I discuss the 15 most important relationship lessons I learned. It is my hope that other women will be inspired, empowered, and motivated to fully embrace themselves and their lives as they embark upon their own journeys toward self-discovery or re-discovery.
The days approaching Christmas can be most challenging as commitments increase and demands of the season become unmanageable. Devoting a few minutes daily to focus on what is truly important can refresh you and make a positive difference. This 26 day devotional will assist you in achieving this goal.If new to your faith or searching for renewal, you will discover that many Bible verses throughout Scripture point to the coming of the promised Savior. Daily readings explore God's character traits followed by inspiring insights and practical tips for application. Opportunities for deeper study and reflection are included. This book is ideal for individual and small group study with varying levels of Bible knowledge. Simply set aside a small portion of time to direct your heart and mind toward the God of the universe. Those that desire can further explore questions and reflections within each day's readings. If you are looking to redirect your focus on the true meaning of Christmas, this devotional will help you accomplish your goal.
Have you ever wondered from just what gospel our political leaders, who proudly proclaim they are devout Christians, get their inspiration when they espouse hate and intolerance and seek revenge on anyone who disagrees with them? How about those self-proclaimed devoted Christian business leaders who work hard to increase profits by suppressing their workers' wages and denying them benefits? What about those fiery evangelical preachers, who are complicit in the actions of these leaders by their avid support or even their silence? Wonder no longer! In this satirical novel, The Discovery of the Secret Gospel of the Rich and Powerful: the Gospel of Saint Avarice, you will meet Brett, a young man who is introduced to that very gospel by his billionaire father. You encounter the Jesus these leaders are emulating. He is a Jesus who teaches his apostles to mock others, to never admit guilt, and to create their own version of the truth. With our discovery of this new Jesus, known only to the most rich and powerful until now, we begin to realize that these leaders have been emulating Jesus all along and actually are doing God's work after all.
The purpose of this book journal is to help guide you through this unimaginable process of grief. There is no time limit on grief. There are no rules. The loss and the emptiness that you are feeling right now is real and without a doubt it hurt likes no other. I had no clue what people went through after a loss until I loss someone that was close and dear to me. This book is designed so that you can participate by writing your feelings down, this will be your very own story. This will also be a guide for you during this season. One day in the future you will look back at the dialog you created and see how far you came. I want this book to be your story. Trust and faith in God will pull you through.
Thelma wasn't always the prettiest tree on the town square. Even as a young willow, her limbs were dreadfully sloppy, and she always drooped. There was even talk of cutting her down to make room for a taller, tidier maple tree. So imagine the townspeople's surprise when the tangled willow blossomed into a beautiful treasure!Thelma and the Thunderstorm is the second selection in a series of books dealing with weather disasters, written especially for children. Thelma's story is one of strength and courage, and includes a two-page, non-fiction section discussing the phenomena of lightning and thunder for young readers.
Dive deep into the unknown world of the Wildland Firefighter. "The Chronicles of a Wildfire" is a series of short stories told by the men and women of the wildland fire service. Based on actual wildland fire events, these stories will surely have you sitting on the edge of your seat as you read through every nail biting experience. Filled with excitement, danger and comedy, these stories will give you an in depth look into some of the situations our nations Wildland Firefighters sometimes encounter on the fire line.
Why is Christianity so exclusive? Isn't it arrogant to assume that Jesus provides the only way to God? In "The Christ, the Whole Christ, And Nothing But The Christ," Marc J. Grimaldi seeks to show that the exclusive nature of Christianity is not grounded in some arrogant bias, but rather in understanding the true nature of God and the gravity of mankind's fallen condition. By presenting Christ, in His fullness, Marc explains in a very clear and concise way, why Jesus alone meets man's greatest need, providing the only way for sinners to be reconciled to our God whom we have all offended. This short work is both a great evangelistic tool and a sure means of encouragement for those who have been united to Christ by faith.
What you read in this book, I believe, are some of the funniest jokes out there. Furthermore, it has poetry that at first is humorous, and later those that deal with everyday life. Further on it talks of prophecies, of things that is now coming into play, and other events that will happen in the very near future. This book, along with the first book: Many Things Most Christians Do Not Know, and the fourth book: A Must Read For Everyone, talks about climatic events that were foretold in the Bible well over 1900 years ago. Some of which, I have never heard any preachers, nor Christians have talked about. Toward the end of this book, it emphasizes on those who are lost, what will get you to Heaven, plus prayers that can help you on your way to being saved. Also there are prayers that are related to many other situations, including for you and your family, struggles you may be having, and for our world leaders, and those who are lost and deceived by what many are telling them. Take some quiet time, as I believe that you will find this book very informative as well as others I have written, and you will also be enlightened by them.
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