William J. McCallister has seen it all--or so he believes. As he nears the end of a career that has spanned many years, he is left with the one question that he finds himself seeking to answer. Will I make it to the end? Dealing with the complexities of an ever-increasing diverse workplace for most of his working life and resolving these employee issues for his employers, he looks forward to winding down a very rewarding but sometimes stressful career. Frequently when commiserating with colleagues on human interactions the common consensus is "e;You just can't make this stuff up!"e; This regular guy who has spent his entire career serving others comes to realize that getting to the end of anything in life is just a matter of interpretation...and sometimes that interpretation is not just yours alone! Little does he suspect of what he is about to face before he can ride off into the sunset. This might just be the very thing that prevents him from Getting to the End.
This is a story about the journey we call life. It takes you down the unknown paths and explores the unexpected twists and turns along the way. It teaches you how the path can seem so serene one minute but also how quickly you can be forced to veer off the beaten path in the next minute. It is the testimony of one who has been knocked down, tripped, and fallen, and who has been lost countless times along the way. One that provides that little glimmer of light at the end of those long dark tunnels of defeat and discouragement, as well as the encouragement for those who have traveled these or similar rugged and ruthless paths. It is a confirmation that there are no coincidences or mistakes in life and that everything happens for a reason. Life is essentially a never-ending lesson, and ultimately you choose how you proceed. Either you can choose to pay attention and learn the lesson so you can move forward, or you can continue to repeat the same lesson until you choose to get it. The choice is yours to make, and only you can decide where you go from here. I encourage you to take this journey with me and to allow me to shed a little light on the lessons that I learned along the way. You need to know that you can and you will rise again and also that it is never too late to begin again. Tie up those boots and let's get started on this journey, shall we?
What if the prison industrial complex existed without the institutional middleman? What if indebtedness was a crime? What if all crimes could result in enslavement? In My Moonlit Mornings is a dynamic piece of realistic fiction, written in a dystopian alternate America that has permanently legalized involuntary servitude.John Harrison, president of the newly named United Confederacy of America, has revised the constitution to permit slavery in a profitable new form referred to as a Blacktract: the product of an authoritarian hierarchy system installed in the forefront of America's Bill of Rights. Through his influential manifesto, The Superior Stratagem, John Harrison and his son have persuaded the American people with alternative facts and blunt charisma to welcome involuntary servitude by abolishing prisons and effectively subjugating criminals and the impoverished. The two most important laws in the Harrisonian revised Constitution, written entirely by President John Harrison himself, proceed as follows:Indebtedness, lasting a period of six months or more, is a crime.All crimes are punishable by Blacktract at the discretion of the victim and approval of the United Confederacy of America.Blacktracts are not involuntary labor or forced upon anyone, until they sign the solid line at the bottom. Once the paper is wetted, all of the signers' desires dissipate to be replaced by their proprietor's desires, all fruits of their labor are inherited by the proprietor, and all of their basic human needs must be filled by that same master. Though, and I must add this, for one to not sign a Blacktract is death.These laws, coupled with preexisting tendencies for poor people, people of color, immigrants, and women to fall into debt or commit a crime create a tense world of profitable subjugation that is similar to our own world if it were under a magnifying glass.Malik White, a stubborn runaway Blacktractee, finally escapes his content life as a mechanic under an abusive master in a Mississippi auto shop and travels to New York City after hearing about its unique opposition to the Confederate American government. There, he finds Keri Carter, the compassionate leader of the Railroad to Equal Life, or REL: the last enemy to the United Confederacy, domestic or international. Keri then introduces Malik to her overly violent, super-assassin sister, Nina, who has a big surprise of her own waiting at home for Keri.
A masterful blending of the discipline of psychology, the science of the brain, and the realm of the spiritual as they relate to depression, postconcussion syndrome, PTSD, and many other disorders. Within these pages, the reader will be taken into the world of the fallen and given a glimpse of the pain, heartache, and despair they suffer. Evident will be the shame, condemnation and guilt heaped upon them by those who do not understand the fallen or the restoration. These disciplines are crafted so that fallen and wounded individuals might find a voice as well as a path to wellness and restoration.
Going through a family breakup with children is a tremendous event in itself. Sons and Cadillacs is a heartwarming story about a father who had no idea how to manage through such a change let alone be a successful single parent. Prioritizing being a great dad and relying on a wonderful family, the best of friends, and two beautiful children, he was not only able to progress but endure. Finding joy with the people around him and a feeling of pride and success with his Cadillac, a favorite material possession and cultural icon for him, he managed the difficult change and started a new life. The story shows how failure in marriage is not a failure in parenting or life, just a new direction requiring an ongoing journey--one that is much easier when managed without anger or tumult. Once realized, the path to enlightenment progresses.Sons and Cadillacs takes the reader through the events of a new life and also the events that led to there. With real-life examples based on successes and temporary failures that include both warm and comical anecdotes, great lessons can be learned that will translate to anyone experiencing such an event. Through this journey, these elements are shared with the purpose of not only entertainment but to attach the audience to personal growth. A must-read for anyone going through a family breakup, especially with children, this book shows how we can manage through it while ensuring everyone turns out just fine and wonderful in the end. Happiness is not just a destination; it is also an important state of mind--one we all deserve.
From the author of Whimsical Worldly Wonders comes an anthology of poems that provide lyrical rhythm and rhyme and evokes the imagination of wonders of childhood memories. It brings together a collection a child's interaction with the natural world, spent running across an open meadow, days fishing in the creek, and seeing a menagerie of colors dancing playfully! It provides an oasis to find tranquility in our rapidly changing world.The book is meant to unleash the endless imagination and creativity that is developed during early childhood. It seeks to help build a foundation for phonemic awareness, rhyme, and phonetics, the precursors to developing strong readers. It provides an invitation for readers to make inferences to make meaning of the author's intended message by creating strong images through words to encourage the reader's curiosity.
All the Monsters Are Here is a debut collection of horror stories by Aaron Ray Ballard.Lurking within the pages of these thirteen terrifying tales are the survivors of a zombie apocalypse who only think their darkest, deadliest days are behind them; a sinister werewolf that likes to play with its prey before feasting; a deranged trucker who can't wait to feed a resourceful young hitchhiker to his cargo; desperate thieves who make the mistake of their lives by holding up the wrong bar; amateur ghost hunters who discover to their horror that true evil really exists; and many more.If you're looking for a book that will keep you up all night with the lights on, search no further. But never say you weren't warned."e;In the grand tradition of Serling, Matheson & King, Aaron Ray Ballard's very weird worlds are populated with very ordinary people. The monsters are, indeed, here (trickster demons, trucker vampires, camera ghosts and desert island undead delightfully among them), but character is king in this debut collection from a man who knows, and loves, his horror."e;Bill Oberst Jr.(Daytime Emmy Award-winning actor for "e;Take This Lollipop;"e; CBS-TV's "e;Criminal Minds;"e; and "e;Circus of the Dead"e;)
Robin shares six true short stories of Acts of Kindness. Each one is powerful and different, a must-read book. These are stories that will encourage you to keep moving forward with your goals. Each story has life-changing lessons. Reading this book will show you how to accept a blessing, how to give a blessing, and also how to be a blessing. She will inspire you to keep moving forward with your goals and will also inform you how respect and manners will go a long way. This book will help you understand yourself and also other people. Learn how to trust yourself, going with your instincts.
Maria's story begins in Guatemala, a country in Central America. It describes the hardships, mischievousness, and happiness of her childhood, along with her parents, five brothers, and four sisters. At an early age and being the oldest child, she assumes the responsibility to take care of her younger siblings. Despite their poverty and austere life, Maria and her family enjoy the best they can with their scarce resources.Destiny takes Maria to Los Angeles, California, a place where she settles and starts a new family. She meets her future husband, Cree, and has two children who are her world. It also depicts the sacrifices, challenging experiences, and the long hours of hard work she endures to begin building the foundation for a better future not only for herself but for her family as well.Maria's story is an ordinary but a unique story given her humble beginnings, her adaptation to a new society, and her successful achievements. This is a story of a simple and brave woman, an inspiration to emulate!
Where Are Your Angels? began when Ashley was just three and began signing, a sign no one taught, that meant, we found, was an old sign for Angel. She would sign music and point at light. She always showed her sister "e;Nini"e; where her angels were! Nini had the greatest relationship with Ashley and sang about her angels as well.
In this thrilling, romantic tale, a young black man from the Bronx named Rico meets a beautiful young Dominican woman named Zema. Rico and Zema falls in love after getting to know one another. Zema takes Rico shopping, asking Rico if he would want to meet and work for Zema's father and boss, Paja. Rico accepts the job opportunity and meets Zema's father and boss under their family business in the name of love, not knowing what the job was.How far would anyone go for love? Rico and Zema loved each other dearly; therefore, they would do anything for one another. However, Rico comes to find out Zema's father and boss, Paja, is the boss and head of the Dominican cartel. In this deep, dark cartel world, Rico has to prove himself to be part of Paja's family and organization. In the midst of that, Rico has to survive and learn fast how to handle enemies and alliances among the cartel wars. How long can Rico stay alive to stay in love?
In Regina's book, I Fell in Love with Another Woman's Man, she gives you love, drama, and even the sexy. This is her life story and she gives you the truth, no chaser. Ladies get ready to sip some tea and whatever you do, make sure you're sitting down for this one. Regina gives you a glimpse of her life from the boyfriend to the baby momma drama. Her inspiration to write this book comes from her best friend, who encouraged her to tell her story so that it may help young women today and be an example of what not to do in a relationship. For those of you who are reading this and can identify with her story, take note. This is no reality show script, this is Regina's story--the good, the bad, and the messy. So now please prepare yourselves to step into her world.
Can you be vulnerable? People have a hard enough time being vulnerable with their friends and family. Now imagine that vulnerability cast upon the world.This collection was created without pretentiousness, never assuming its publishing would ever see the light of day. The deepest fear had to be overcome in order for light to shine on Bad Poetry. Sometimes you're just lost--lost in love, lost in tragedy, lost in confusion... The list is endless, but the one element that remains constant is emotion. Tumbleweed shows you're not alone on this journey.Bad Poetry, Vol. 1: Tumbleweed is the first installment in this poetry series. Just like a tumbleweed moving freely without direction throughout the desert, the poems in this book were written the same manner.
Imagine if you can buy a house. Rehab this house. Rent out this rehab house to a qualified renter. You then go to the bank and refinance this beautiful house. Pull some equity out, lower the APR, and then guess what? Repeat. Do it again. This may sound too good to be true but believe me, it's happening every day. This book will be an eye-opener. It has the side effect of making you lots of money. Start reading now! * Find the right properties. * Find motivated sellers. * Earn 60 percent profit on a 10-0 percent investment. * Leverage profits and build your wealth. * Convert problems into gigantic paydays. * Take action now!
Dan Bullock was born on December 21, 1953, in Goldsboro, NC to Brother Bullock and Alma Floyd Bullock, being the only boy with three sisters, Lois, Porter and Gloria. Being a member of the E. A. House Boys Club at the age of 10 years old, Dan got to go on a field trip to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, located on the outskirts of Goldsboro. While on this field trip, Dan was one of the few who got to sit inside the cockpit of a B-52 airplane. Which sparked his obsession with the military move than ever in his young life; moreover, thus enhancing his dreams to enlist into the military once he becomes of age. Ever since Dan was little, he would play war games in the back yard on Griffin Street with his nephew, after becoming bored with playing Cowboys and Indians. His favorite war game was World War II. Upon learning of the Buffalo Soldiers from his father and other adults, Dan became even more obsessed with becoming a soldier. His desire to fly an airplane was enhanced when he learned about the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of primary African American military pilots, and airmen who fought in World War ll for the United States Army. Dan's whole world was turned upside down on July 17, 1965, when his mother Alma passed away just 37-days shy of her 45th birthday, when he was only 11-years old. His father moved to Brooklyn, New York. He took the youngest sister with him. Dan would continue to live with an aunt, before staying with his sisters. Eventually he went to Brooklyn, because he wanted to make sure his baby sister Gloria was safe and in school, doing well. During the summer of 1968, at a time when grown were fleeing to Canada and other places, or enrolling in Colleges and Universities to avoid being drafted to fight in the Vietnam War. Dan decided to enlist and fight for his Country at the tender age of just 14-years old. While looking for a summer job, and having altered his birth certificate from 1953 to 1949, showing that he was 18-years old, instead of 14-years old, while at the foot of Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn, when came upon a Recruiting Station, he decided to try and enlist into the Marine Corps. To Dan's amazement, he was accepted into the United States Marine Corps at the tender age of 14-years old, not knowing that it was the beginning of his legacy.
In the year 2020 when Covid touched down - so did the madness. Our world seemingly turned upside down and backward. My office was closed and folks had to work from home. When I realized the serious/negative impact this was having on my colleagues and those around me - I started to write words of encouragement - every day. I would send an email every morning to the Team - to cheer, inspire, motivate, and encourage them - to keep on keeping on. During one of our online staff meetings - the staff spoke about how much my daily connection and words of inspiration meant to them. They spoke of the impact it had on them - giving them a sense of hope, laughter, and peace. My 2 cents made a difference. A positive difference. A life-long difference. It felt good. I thought to myself - 'why not share this positivity with the world - they could benefit from feeling some sense of hope and peace. As I tried to figure out how to go about getting all this down on paper - I decided to add my poetry - and voila.... Divinely Poetic was created. I truly hope that you will find a smile, encouragement, or some level of hope within these lines. To God be the Glory!
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