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A story about life in Northeast Louisiana beginning as a child and ending as an old man Lots of stories and unique individuals with strong spiritual advice in the end. Journey with Pap beginning as a small boy in rural NE Louisiana. One day he was surprised by the sudden realization that he was an old man. After a life filled with love, adventure, humor, sadness, regrets and relationships with many unique individuals, he comes to the conclusion that there is only one way out of this world alive.

I keep walking by the sea; which is nothing new for me; I live on the sea; but there is a new feel; the breeze was always warm, or sharp with winter's cup. Now there is a deep coldness, sweeping into my bones, but I feel no fear. There is no threat of evil chill. This is different; as if once again I was a seal or penguin and the arctic cool was a familiar home, bracing and alive. Once again, I say, it sweeps off the water into my soul with a familiar role. Someone from the ocean is my home.

Skye Hý is here to ply a trade, so the demons go away. I am the demon killer, by name. I must have been high....I will win, though, by and by. I vowed a long time ago as Skye MacKenzie to end this war of man against demonic man; the kin killing pour. I vowed to even the score. I am still alive and on a jive on the boat, still afloat. The cat is dying, killed by the president. The dog and daughter are still alive. I will not hide.

Help. 10 years later and I am still alone. I have completely financed this celestial battle myself. In fact, I have been financially raped by the US Government, who wanted to stop me from killing the para-normal. I have lost everything, but I knew I would. Man is beyond saving.

Sonar Göltr is the Atonement boar, the sonar of gold, eating acorns by the row. This book is dedicated also to Starke, where the stars are; to the saber-toothed tiger and all the F.B.I. who came from the cats.

This book is dedicated to Leif Eiríksson, my other sun. I could not have done this life without him.Excerpt from the The Staircase: I am sitting in my boat as if in an igloo. I am wrapped up in my bed. The snow streams in pummeling from the east in a horizontal wet sweep. The snow is gathering deep. The dog's heat had kept the boat's temperature above freezing, but now, as I write I doubt the treat. He must be keeping it all for himself.

This book is dedicated to Golf.Yesterday, my hands were shaking for most of the day; uncontrollably, turning shades of blue, which would not go away. I knew there was something on the airwave that was brutal; it was earth day, but 4/22. Nothing good happens on 22; its a bullet to the head; war started instead. Golf was s supposed to die yesterday. I took it away, just like Stieger's. I just didn't know if I found every fray; I was terrified I had missed a loose stray; but I didn't. The world order could have gone completely mutant, yesterday.

Letters From Wheatfield - Second Edition. All the original stories plus twenty new zany reports on life in Wheatfield, Montana. What do you do for fun if you live in a small town, dauntingly far from the nearest city's amusements? Upon what resources do you draw to spice up your existence? "Letters From Wheatfield" provides the answer-and it isn't always pretty. In this new edition, cousin Amelia's book on Wheatfield has been published under the title, "Little Nut House on the Prairie," and the folks love it. They can't wait for it to be made into a movie, and ranger Ned wants Brad Pitt to play him. But the fame does not go to their heads. They keep right on being as colorful as ever, and providing plenty of new material for Amelia's sequel. Now you can enjoy the entire "Letters From Wheatfield" collection of stories in one volume.

Take an entertaining tour through the intricacies of estate planning with a seasoned lawyer who has practiced estate planning and trust law since 1983. Though the concepts shared are as serious as a heart attack, they are expressed in a way that is easy to read and understand. So bring along your sense of humor and your curiosity to learn about how you can create positive outcomes in potentially dark times for you and your loved ones. Join the author on a "road trip" that will help you find the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have done all you can do to prepare for some inevitable challenges that are waiting down the line.

Crystals can do all kinds of amazing work with Higher/Highest Thought, but they cannot learn, they cannot heal, they cannot keep records, and they cannot command an energy to become lesser or greater than its intended expression."Then what good are they?" you ask.Take this little book home with you and spend a couple of hours reading it. Try the Light Show. Watch your crystal change and make pretty rainbows for you. After a couple of months, or maybe even weeks or days of working with your crystal, think about how your knowledge base has expanded. That's what good they are. And more.

Are you feeling lost, unsure of your next steps, or struggling to navigate a major life change? You're not alone. In "The Art of Adaption," the author shares her own experiences of post-graduation limbo and the lessons she learned through trial and error. This book is a one-stop-shop for all things self-help, offering practical advice and real-world examples on everything from building sustainable habits to managing money correctly to handling grief, and more. Whether you're graduating from high school or college, starting a new job, moving to a new city, or experiencing a breakup, "The Art of Adaption" has you covered. Through relatable stories and insightful tips, this book will teach you how to embrace change, develop resilience, and thrive through life's ups and downs. So why not learn from someone else's experience, and start your own journey toward growth and self-discovery today?

"Where The Trees Dance has a taste of Jack Kerouac's On The Road, with a nod to the Emerald Isle... both an exploration and a celebration of family and heritage, about bravery and vulnerability, but for the reader it is rich and full of experiences that leap off the page. Tom has written a tribute and love letter to the courage it takes to set out on a quest for meaning, on the ultimate journey, to battle your own demons, and to surrender completely to Love." ~ Kim Tobin-Lehl, Co-Artistic Director, 4th Wall Theater Company, Houston "Geraty uses an artful language to provide an honest, humorous, and ultimately satisfying story. A story that may help others to realize that even if you do not hold lofty titles, you may lead the most purposeful life that you can just by devoting yourself to others. Geraty, through this memoir, might become one of your "guardian angels." ~ John Burney, Ph.D., former Dean of Arts and Sciences, Drake University"The memoir really touched my heart. I loved the combination of being a man with all the wandering and explorations, as well as the vulnerable side of Tom's true love story. The interweave throughout the book of his adoption story was brilliant." ~ Ann Flood, Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, Certified Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher"Memoirist Tom Geraty sings a song of gratitude while giving the reader an insider view of what it means to be adopted. Rollicking, no holds barred, highly recommended." ~ Elaine Pinkerton, author of The Goodbye Baby - Adoptee Diaries and The Hand of Ganesh

Parkinson's is becoming more and more prevalent as our society ages. If you are on the Parkinson's journey, join Caryn and her mother as they venture through this challenge together. Caryn offers a heart-warming look into her mother's life and the events they encountered. What does she need to do now that her mother has received the Parkinson's diagnosis? What does the family need to do? You'll be able to pack your suitcase with lots of information on where to go from here, how to meet life's immediate needs, and plan for the future. Whether you are dealing with Parkinson's or aging parents, this book will be your personal tour guide.

John Pierre Alvarado is the son of the most famous gunfighter in the old west that no-one ever heard about. He must climb out of his father's shadow and make his own life. But is first wife is murdered on their honeymoon and he has to kill her murderer. He descends into a life of depression. His redemption comes when he rescues a young girl from a gang of Comancheros. But war intervenes and John Pierre must fight to get back to his new love.

This is the story about growing up in a poor cowboy/farmer family, serving in the armed forces during WWII, and then starting at the bottom in the oil fields of West Texas and then rising to an office position in the Gulf Building in down town Midland, Texas.

Unique...Interactive...Electrifying! On July 7, 1812 in Teplitz, Austria, Ludwig van Beethoven penciled a ten-page letter to his "Immortal Beloved." The missive, which was never mailed, was not discovered until after the famous composer's death. Even today the intended recipient remains unknown and is the topic of heated debate among scholars and music historians. Just who was the mysterious addressee? In this unique, interactive novella, you, the reader, can take a magic carpet ride back through space and time to ask the master for yourself as he narrates the story of his fascinating, albeit harried, life. This entertaining, fast-paced story by award-winning author Jeanne Blanchet features a surprising ending and will enable readers to develop a deeper appreciation for the passion and struggles of Beethoven-one of the world's most renowned geniuses.

Ryan and Gunny are at it again. Amanda has called in her favor, and now the both of them are off to Budapest and a double cross. Ryan has been tasked with discrediting ANFA, a U.S. homegrown terror outfit. While at the same time finding information on a left-wing radical group inside the Hungarian government. Who will die this time?

Manchester, England natives Josiah and Elizabeth Potts have the dubious distinction of being the first-and only-married couple ever executed simultaneously in American history. Somehow their bizarre story has escaped the attention of historians and crime reporters for well over a century. The Pottses were convicted of murdering their Carlin, Nevada, neighbor, and fellow Manchester immigrant Miles Faucett, on New Year's Day 1888 for reasons unknown. Their case was shrouded in mystery, as was their past with the victim. The Pottses did not put up a strong defense at their trial, despite the fact that the evidence against them was circumstantial at best, and even their neighbors and arresting officers weren't assured of their guilt. But, Josiah and Elizabeth had secrets to hide and they chose to hang together rather than reveal them. Why? Some, but not all, of them are revealed in this book. The Pottses took their secrets to their graves-which were right next to Faucett's, as if the trio were destined to spend eternity together. Why were they so connected in death as they had been in life? The answers are amazing. It's no wonder the Potts case was the "Trial of the Century" in the late nineteenth century and worthy of extensive coverage in the finest tabloid newspapers-just as it is today. The question is why it took so long to reveal this bizarre story.

She might have forgiven me by now.I couldn't see it in her face.I felt her warmth when she touched my hand.And felt her heartbeat when we embraced.In this highly anticipated sequel to Dirt Road Main Street: A Novel, Holly Harris, on the rebound, has become engaged to wealthy cattlemen, Jared Wallace. Wedding arrangements and future plans are well underway. When Holly's former lover, rocker Tano Montano, unexpectedly appears at her ballet school grand opening, her impulsive heart takes control. Is it possible that the romance between Holly and Tano, which had been left in tatters from infidelity and heartbreak six months before, can be renewed? Emotional wreckage ensues and plans for revenge are unleashed until one more impulsive decision by Holly leads her into a dangerous plight that no one could have possibly foreseen.

Il mio compagno di banco era e non a caso, Felice. Era abbastanza simpatico, ma nessuno avrebbe scelto di sedergli accanto perché aveva spesso i pidocchi in testa e l'abilità d'infestare chi gli stava vicino Versai il vino dalla botte direttamente nella brocca e gli stappai una gassosa. Come al solito, prese la brocca con la mano sinistra e la depositò di lato sulle labbra mentre con la mano destra sospese la gassosa sopra la cannata al livello del naso e mentre trincava il vino, svuotava contemporaneamente la gassosa nella cannata senza toglierla di bocca finché non aveva scolato anche l'ultima goccia, e finiva il processo con un violento sospiro di soddisfazione. L'avevo visto fare la stessa cosa allo stesso modo un centinaio di volte, eppure non mi stancavo mai di osservarlo La strinsi più che potei cercando disperatamente di comfortarla. Sentivo sul collo i suoi capelli lisci, neri, lunghi, e le sue lacrime calde che mi inumidivano il viso, e il pianto, dapprima distinto che gradualmente svaniva, e il mio desiderio che quel momento, in cui sembrava che solo noi esistessimo, non avesse fine, forse anche in anticipazione di una devastante notizia All'inizio di luglio il nonno stette male. Cercò di alzarsi dal letto un mattino, ma le gambe non lo ressero e finì sul pavimento da dove non ebbe la forza di alzarsi e rimettersi in piedi. Non chiese aiuto perché, siccome dormiva nudo, si vergognava d'essere trovato svestito da zia Teresa, o peggio ancora da una delle sue giovani figlie

Fifteen years after the end of the American Civil War, a North Carolina widow travels to Elmira, New York, the site of an infamous Confederate prisoner of war camp, to confront the woman who may know the meaning of an engraved ring found in the pocket of her deceased husband's Rebel uniform. The answer emerges through fictionalized first person accounts from a Rebel prisoner, a Union guard, a crusading Elmira Female College student, and John W. Jones, the actual fugitive slave and Underground Railroad conductor ironically tasked with overseeing the burials of the nearly 3000 Confederate soldiers who died at the camp. Their diverse voices provide an intimate look into the build-up and conduct of the war from the passionate perspectives of those who fought for either side, those left to wait at home, and those whose very freedom depended on the war's outcome. Their deeply held beliefs and loyalties are challenged when their fates converge in the harsh shadow of the Elmira prison camp, a place where suffering blurs the line between enemy and friend, and where empathy can turn to love.

Stories and genealogy of our family.Stories for the family to enjoy and learn about about our ancestors, where they came from, what they did for a living, where they lived and who their children were.

A homeless man's journey through "spiritual alchemy", expressed through poetry. Allegory seems to be the ship of choice for sailing across oceans of spirit and soul. His past, his future, meeting in the present. In the moment. The eye of the storm for some. A subtle salvation for others. These poems brought me solace in the worst and empty of times. I hope they do the same for you who reads them. -Walter James Sylvia-

People with FASDs Can Be Successful-with Support!The question is, how do we support them? Despite being one of the most common developmental disabilities in the world, there is little understanding (and even fewer services) for people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) and their families. Family members spend years looking for help and resources, only to find that most professionals do not know enough about FASD or how to support those with it. Parents and supporters of children, teens, and adults with FASDs are often perplexed by their behaviors and daily struggles. Traditional responses and approaches often make things worse. We might know that they need different types of support, but struggle with knowing how to do so. That's where Essential FASD Supports comes in! This book offers a reinterpretation of "challenging behaviors" and other common struggles that people with FASDs experience while living in a world that does not understand them. It helps parents and professionals think about practical supports for everyday life and long-term progress. Additionally, readers will learn what we should avoid if we want to effectively support people with FASDs. Essential FASD Supports addresses: ¿ Daily learning and thinking ¿ Emotional dysregulation and "challenging behaviors" ¿ Opposition ¿ Safe and healthy interactions This book provides a proactive framework to support people with FASDs so they can use their strengths to make progress and thrive. It will benefit parents, caregivers, foster providers, therapists, teachers, and anyone else who supports someone with an FASD.

Calories were invented when engineers sought to design better locomotives and adopted while citizens were at risk of starvation due to famine, depression, and two world wars. Since Americans are now more likely to die of obesity, it is time to consider new bioenergetic models. This groundbreaking book:-Explains culinary trends in a new language for fitness enthusiasts-Provides graphs and charts for easy reference-Offers a new scale of nutritional measurement for policy makers, clinical dietitians, even school administrators-Proves consistent with both holistic methods and modern medical research-And motivates chefs to assume their rightful place in line for future federal investments, as food science gradually becomes preventative healthcare

Three Stories by John Hadac described as Hard Science Fiction for Sci-Fi reader enjoyment. Are you ready for The Project - The Misunderstood Man - The Underhand?John Hadac lives in Seattle, Washington

Six-year -old Annie is living a nightmare no one should have to endure alone. World War II is raging in Europe and in the Pacific, and though Annie is far from the front lines, she feels the horror of war on the home front: beloved neighbors are killed in action, her family hears of relatives suffering in Europe, and she sees war's violence and destruction in weekly newsreels. Strict rationing and blackouts challenge her own daily life. Added to this, when Annie contracts rheumatic fever, she has "her own war to win" if she is to survive!But she has a constant companion - the chubby baby doll, a 1942 Christmas gift, --who helps her "fight" to get well and survive the heartaches of war. Everyone loves her doll, even her school-mate, Emile, a "war guest from France," and her aviator pen-pal in the Royal Air Force.Inspired by her own recollections of World War II and the personal accounts of war veterans, Eiler has written a sobering reminder of the sacrifices of war as a tribute to The Greatest Generation, intended for children studying the war and adults alike. The doll opens a gateway to discussing difficult topics with children like hope and perseverance in the face of illness and crisis while the novel's focus on magical play will interest doll and toy enthusiasts.In the novel's "magical ending" Eiler offers a touch of whimsy. The war is over. The celebrations have ended. Not to be "outdone," Annie's doll makes her a promise the reader will hold dear - who said dolls can't talk?