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Blackface minstrelsy is a sensitive subject associated with racism and stereotypes of African Americans. It is well-documented in the archives of American history, as well as in those of Aurora, Illinois. The images and photographs in this book are intended strictly to chronicle the history and optics of blackface minstrelsy in the United States and Aurora. It is not the intent of the author to offend or defame. As uncomfortable as the subject and images are, blackface minstrelsy is a part of American history. However, its history cannot be told in isolation; of equal importance are the social dynamics of the time, and the mass media's use of stereotype images and songs. How could the negative portrayal of African Americans on stage to entertain be acceptable? It was not surprising, considering the societal norms during the era. The Midwest city of Aurora was a microcosm of American society, encapsulating the country's shared expectations of acceptable behaviors by groups. Hence, what happened in Aurora was a mimicry of that in the United States as a whole. Included in the book is a demographic narrative of Aurora's early African-American citizenry. The legacy of blackface minstrelsy in America is a complex and controversial subject associated with negative stereotype images and behaviors of African Americans. Deliberate or not, it created and reinforced racist stereotypes, functioning as a cultural transmitter of racism against African Americans. The social curtain on blackface minstrelsy finally closed in the mid-1960s, relegated to the pages of history.

A POETRY COLLECTION for LOVERSAll of the Willows: Love Poems to Read in Bed is a curated collection of poems and writings that explores the beautiful, painful and colorful spectrum that is LOVE. "The price of my heart was my mind, and I've lost both loving you." - S.Boote

[this collection, stead.fast.sad.ness,is meant to be about uncomfortable pain,devastating narratives;that only. utter.truth &some light,a lot of darkness too.this is- my story.my analytical metamorphism of becoming, me,amelework,known to you by am(elu), sunnisadgirl.z learnin' how to breathe. to speak. to scream. i'm gonna fuck.ing . . . sCrEam.]

In his early thirties and working as a corrections officer, Chuck Barreto is at a crossroads in life. Years earlier, the love of his life Shandi was murdered, and he recently lost his father in the 9/11 terrorist attack, which has reopened old wounds. Still haunted by the past but trying to move on, Chuck is working on writing a memoir and building the ranch Shandi had always dreamed of. He and his siblings stand to inherit a large parcel of land from their mother, but a ruthless development group has its sights set on it and engages the help of a politician and realtor to convince the family to sell. As pressure mounts, he is unwittingly pulled into a villainous plot that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. When an FBI investigator makes a connection to Shandi's murder, he begins to unravel and loyalties are put to the test. An epic showdown ensues, and Chuck learns the corruption is more far-reaching than he imagined. But will he live to find out who is pulling the strings?¿

God has a Divine Purpose for your life. Allow God to orchestrate the purpose and plan that He have for you. God works in all things, including your life, according to His purpose. Psalm 57:2 says, I cry out to God Most High, to God who ful¿lls his purpose for me. It's imperative to seek Him and understand God purpose for your life. Philippians 4:6-7 says, Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passé the all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

It was Ismarie's first day at school. It did not start out well. She was about to go into her new classroom when two girls started making fun of her. They called her bad names and laughed at her. She couldn't understand why. They didn't even know her! Was it her clothes or the way she talked? Later, when the teacher assigned one of the bullies to be Ismarie's partner on a project, they were both upset. Then they started getting to know one other and a very surprising and cool thing happened.This beautifully illustrated children's picture book is the perfect way for parents, teachers, and caregivers to educate kids ages 4-8 about bullying, and start a dialog about the great things that can happen when you try to get to know the other person.

This inspirational memoir is all about one woman's journey of spiritual enlightenment. Based on Dr. Lara Tigler's life and her mystical Salvation experience with the Holy Spirit, her story shows how someone can go from having no faith to having such complete faith that they become saved. Her journey brings the reader through many harrowing life experiences, touching on family disruption, pursuing a dream career against incredible odds, betrayal, drug addiction, homelessness, supernatural and mystical encounters, and living happily ever after. She explores the purpose of life before Salvation and the purpose for life after one is saved. Lara illustrates what it means to be saved, destined to live in Heaven for all eternity, and still live on this earth. She delves into what it means to have no faith, as well as what it means to live a life full of faith, and does so in language that is easy to understand for both religious and non-religious readers. Those who are spiritually curious will enjoy this dramatic and loving tale of good versus evil and an ultimate Hollywood ending, fading into the sunset.

Heartache, loneliness, single mom, divorce, emotional abuse, physical abuse, child abuse, sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, alcoholism, addiction, suicide, dating, marriage, poverty, self-doubt, failure, brokenness...the list goes on and on. Do any of these things resonate with you? Have you encountered any of this in your life...with you or a loved one? If so, then you and I have been in the same boat at some point in our lives. How about faith, hope, love, perseverance, self-confidence, success, friendship, forgiveness, happiness, belonging? Do you know any of these things in your life? If you don't, you should. You deserve to. But if not, then my goal by the time we are done walking through my journey, is that you will. Together, we are going to go back through my life as I tell you about my past, how I arrived at my present, and my hope for the future. I'm going to be real and transparent, and hopefully my vulnerability and candidness will help you with your own story.

In this hilarity-infused and unique memoir, Josh discusses the idea of navigating change. Josh's careers as a U.S. Air Force Pilot, Restaurant Owner, Texas State Trooper, Winery Operations Manager, and Systems Engineer have provided him with a unique perspective on life and career adaptation. The stories included are often hilarious, sometimes tragic, and always include insight to help deal with life's changes. If you are changing careers, changing locations, adding to your family unit, or just want some perspective on how we all deal with life's sharp turns, then look no further.

Greg Henkel was the main caregiver for his parents in their golden years. During that time, they engaged in a multitude of short conversations about many subjects, all filled with humor, comfort, compassion, and occasionally a gentle parental guiding hand. Once his parents were at peace, Greg sought guidance from another source, and the dialogues in this book evolved. Here are the transcripts of those conversations. Anyone who has been a caregiver is sure to recognize and appreciate these snippets, and will enjoy the colorful artwork that accompanies them.

Starting a business? You probably have lots of questions. Feed the Dream - Avoid the Nightmare contains answers to over 100 of the most asked questions by early-stage, startup business owners. For twenty years, the author has been running a business and consulting with small business owners. Now you can learn from those experiences. Feed the Dream - Avoid the Nightmare is written in a non-academic, real-world application narrative that anyone can understand. Each answer has actionable steps you can immediately apply to your entrepreneurial journey. The book also includes how-to's and links to templates, worksheets, and web resources.