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The Revolving Door, the Untold Story of Disability Supports is a story of a young adult woman trying to find good support people who are committed to helping her. Many leave the field because of poor pay and high stress. This is a raw honest story depicting young adults with developmental disabilities who are aging out of the system. These adults are left alone with very little support. Isolation is common with adults with developmental disabilities. Statistics show that in the coming years there will be a tsunami of children with autism growing up to be young adults. Our current social welfare system is not equipped to handle this tsunami coming our way. The author wants to advocate for better pay and incentive for people entering the direct support professional field. It is a MUST READ for anyone who deals with people with disabilities. Although the book deals with serious topics, the author imparts humor and honesty to engage with the reader.

Have you ever wanted to journal about your experiences but didn't know what to write? You sit with your pen and pad wondering what to do next. No worries! Capture moments of your amazing life in this guided gratitude journal. By recognizing and reflecting on your thoughts you regulate your emotions and improve your sense of confidence which can escalate your emotional wellbeing and happiness. Gratitude journaling not only helps you to reflect on the positive aspects of life's experiences but it will also help you to recognize and appreciate the many blessings that have been bestowed upon you.

It does NOT take a village to raise a child...it just takes good parenting.Creating safe neighborhoods and safe communities is NOT the responsibility of the President of the United States. Neither is it the responsibility of the Police, Schools, or Politicians. Community safety is the responsibility of parents. In my Parents on a Mission (POM) program I consistently encourage parents that they are the number one asset in the community...they are the most important person in the community-not the police, pastor, priest, principal of the school, or politicians-parents are in the best position to determine the health and safety of the community since it is they who have the future citizens under their care to nurture, discipline, and provide guidance during the most impressionable years of a child's life. In POM I encourage parents to understand that they are not only raising "their kids", but they are also raising our citizens as our families all share "our neighborhoods", attend "our schools" and befriend "our kids". Therefore, the ultimate outcome of what goes on inside our homes daily, directly relates to the condition of the safety and health of the larger community. After all, where do the citizens of the community come from? They come from our home. Thus, the question is, what kind of citizen are we sending into the community, the neighborhood, schools, parks, and playgrounds every day? The fact is the community is depending upon parents to raise responsible and respectful citizens that will make a positive contribution to the community as future leaders in business, education, religion, government, and a variety of other important roles that make up the community, the most important of which is becoming what I call a "parent on a mission", which is the subject of this book.Although I understand this whole village proverb is well intended, it was meant for a different time, place, and culture. It's not the message parents need in today's culture of competition with 24/7 access to internet information, programs, and peer pressure through social media. Our intention is not to blame parents but to name parents as the most important people in the community. What we want from the "village" is help, not control of our children. That is our responsibility. If we parents are willing to take part of the credit for the success of our children, we ought to be just as willing to accept part of the responsibility when our children fail in their social responsibilities as citizens of the larger community. I never assume that when children go astray that the parent is a bad person, negligent, or abusive. But what I have found is that many parents have simply never really learned many of the principles taught in the POM curriculum that I share in this book. Those who have learned these principles and practice them, in most cases, have healthy relationships with their kids who are leading productive lives. These parents usually learned how to have a healthy relationship with their kids from their parents, or whoever was the principal person who raised them as children. Yet, all too often, many of us lacked parents who could demonstrate to us how to go about building healthy human relationships and thus we end up using the age-old philosophy of child rearing; "If it was good enough for me, it's good enough for you", but in many cases this philosophy doesn't produce healthy parent-child relationships. As parents respond to the ideas, and consistently practice the principles and encouragement in this book, I am confident they will have the same life transformation I call the "POM experience".

On a warmer than usual spring day, Alex, a fifteen-year-old mixed-race boy hitchhiked his way from North Minneapolis to Duluth, Minnesota. His mother was dead-a victim of cancer, and his father left him with only a note to find his grandfather in Silver Bay. "Maybe he could take you in," it said. Alex had never met his grandfather. In fact, his grandfather never even knew he existed. His father, whom he called Pete was estranged from Alex's grandfather and had not communicated with him for over twenty years. Conflict with peers in school, racism, a young Anishinaabe girl, and a bitter man intent upon revenge crisscross his new life in Silver Bay. Two individuals, one young, one old, experience a rocky start to their newfound relationship and discover in the end, they may need each other.

After reading The Mysticism of Stone, you will never look at stones in the same way and your perception of our world's bones will be irrevocably altered. Ismana Carney's poems are a jubilant exploration of new realms of perception, feeling, and thought, an opportunity to experience the world of stone as a living kingdom of myth, story, vivid sensations and deep musings. This collection of poems calls us back to kinship with the living Earth, where stones remind us that we are born of fire, born of stars. With the evocative language of passion, and pain, ancient legend, of loss and celebration, and "down to stone silence, before the first word was spoken," Ismana Carney speaks from the heart. The words themselves are revelations, love songs to distant mountains, ancient citadels, and the enduring presence of stone. Like an incantation, the poetess speaks words that awaken wonder and longing, calling us toward transcendent mystical union with the timeless sentience of the power and spirit of place.

Bubbles, by Hanne Lohde - Author and Artist. The award-winning quilt comes to life in Bubbles! A wonderful story about a group of beautiful and endangered fish from all over the world that live together in the universe of Bubbles. Get to know Henrietta, who by nature is a quiet and shy petite fish from the Indian Ocean. Meet Harry the Octopus, who was stuck in a bottle for 2 days! Say hello to Lailani and Kailea, the 2 party fish sisters originating from Hawaii, and so many more friends in Bubbles. Learn why they all are helping each other harvest pearls for the Mermaid Queen Pernille! Bubbles is an inspirational story for children of all ages. Bubbles celebrates characters, friendships, traditions and environments. Furthermore, if you would like to make your very own Bubbles Quilt, this book might inspire you to do so as well! Ages 3-5, 6-8, 8-10.

Explore this enjoyable book of humor, creativity, and perseverance. It will have your early reader excited while reading each page as the story unfolds. Join in with the author's goal to put smiles on the faces of more children. While seeking his next adventure, Silly Snake becomes the first of his kind to ski. This juvenile fiction humor book brings grins, chuckles, and laughs as you read how Silly Snake reacts to new challenges and people along the way. Share Silly Snake's delight as he encounters "white fluffy stuff." How does Silly Snake continue his adventures in the winter? He creates a Snake Sock, of course. This early reader chapter book follows Silly Snake as he sneaks a ride in a truck, has a narrow escape from a man who is afraid of snakes, and becomes fascinated with the wonders of a ski slope. Laugh with your kids at how Silly Snake uses Snakercise skills to deceive the man and zoom down the mountain. Silly Snake meets some kind children and enjoys a warm ride home. Once he overcomes his final challenge, Silly Snake enjoys a cup of his special tea and looks forward to his next adventure. Look for the upcoming Silly Snake books: - Silly Snake's Circus Adventure - Silly Snake Goes Kayaking The Silly Snake series will help teach children about: - bravery - adaptability - perseverance

Multiple Authors: Magalitto, Antimony Daedalian, Clinton Clark, Selinda Kennedy-Bryant, Syreeta Wright Dougherty, Winona Patterson, Hope PennedAll of Us: The Human Experience is a collection of writings that considers love, life, heartache, and victory while inviting the reader to analyze and record his or her journey in a writing group or individually with prompts and questions designed for interactive discussions as you reflect.The Human Experience involves creative souls and minds joining forces, united by a will to live better and do greater. We are reaching for stars and universes with pens and paper. We are vulnerable, authentic, and without fear. Being inspired and the inspirer, as we explore our creative genius for which he's given us the ability, to God be the glory. Our minds are capable of amazing feats. Once you unlock its potential who will you be? Ideas, thoughts, and feelings inspire. Who will you inspire? You are worthy to contribute. With a heart that motivates, we often write to travel within line after line, with our pens, ALL OF US.

Each word, each sentence an invitation-a call to embark upon a journey where boundaries are not defined by towering walls and life wasn't an endless monotony of suppressed dreams and stifled whispers. In this message, we see a reflection of silent rebellion-a rebellion that the gray walls sought to imprison but now give a voice, an articulation of joy in the words that lay before you.

Civil War Soldiers of Edgar County, Illinois: Harrison and William Nay tells the story of two brothers who served in the Civil War and wrote home to their sister from their places of duty. One was young, single, and a volunteer in 1862. The other was forty, married with six children and one on the way, when he was drafted in 1864. The younger was captured in the Battle of Chickamauga and spent nine months in Confederate prisons, finally dying of scurvy at Danville, Virginia. The older was drafted three months after his brother died in 1864 and served in the Army of the Cumberland participating in the Battles of Franklin and Nashville. With the end of the war in April 1865, the older brother was mustered out of the service and returned to his home in time to celebrate the Fourth of July. There he became a large and prosperous farmer until his death in 1898.This is also the story of their sister, Lucinda (Nay) Yowell and her descendants, who preserved the letters until they came to the attention of the author some 150 years later. The author presents this volume in recognition of the 158th anniversary of the end of the Civil War and in recognition of all the ordinary soldiers who have served "so that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom-and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth."The author, Dr. W. Edward Rolison, is Professor Emeritus and former Head of the Department of the Social Sciences at Southwestern Oklahoma State University at Weatherford, where he taught political science and history for thirty-five years. He recently published On Democracy: Essays on Principles Fundamental to American Government and the 2020 Presidential Election (2023)."Old Abe is a hard man to work for and he pays his hands when he gets ready." --- Harrison Nay, December 26, 1862."Harriet informs me she is trying to get me a substitute. If she does, it would suit me very well as this is rather

Are you stuck in your past? Do you need direction and guidance in your life? Let me share some insight and knowledge that will help you begin a new journey of a lifetime. This book will shed some light on how to manage and take control of your negative or distorted thoughts. This book will teach you tools to silence the chit chat that constantly clutter your mind. I know first hand what it feels like to be stuck in your past. Take this journey with me and gain the strength, courage, and boldness to face your challenges head on.

It's not easy being a pimp in New York. The hookers give you problems, organized crime families give you problems, the police give you problems and other pimps give you problems. And now and again your own staff is a problem. That said, someone's got to do the job. This is the story of a few simple and good-hearted individuals who have decided to make it their life's work. This is the thirteenth book in the John Board series. He's in the thick of things but does not decide to become a pimp.

Yes... this is a strange cover for a romantic/adventure novel. However, it is just another example of this author's mischievous way of keeping you in a state of curiosity and anticipation. Once you have read it, we think you will agree it is indeed an excellent choice.Gloria Peech is a feminist to the extreme. Being the CEO of a multimillion-dollar corporation, at such a young age, shocks some of the business community. In her opinion, it seems the male business culture does not feel beauty and brains are a compatible commodity. She is strong-minded to show them they are wrong. Very wrong!As if the difficulties of the business world are not enough, there's the nagging problem of her husband. She needs to check out her suspicions. Her decision to hire private detective, Wolf Howell, changes the course of her life forever.Wolf is the height of male chauvinism. She decides to put up with him, seeing working with him will be short term. Besides, she knows how to handle men like him.Then... a huge mistake! It bonds them together in an unbearable situation. Their very life is on the line. Where to go? What to do for their survival? Can a woman like Gloria possibly endure the impossible? Especially, having to do it together with a guy like Wolf.The answer is what will make you remember this novel long after you have turned that last page.

What do biological weapons and playing cards have in common?Usually, not much. But in A. D. Pollard's thrilling new novel, Aces to Kings, a deck of cards may be all that stands in the way of humanity's destruction. Well, cards and the determination of three best friends.Terrence, Charlotte, and Nick are living pretty normal, albeit a little boring, lives-until things get more exciting than they ever could have imagined: they uncover a plot to release a biological weapon made by an international megacorporation. Fortunately, they also discover a deck of playing cards with the ability to predict the future. Now they just need to figure out how to use them so they can save humanity...Though Aces to Kings is full of subtle magic and unique abilities, it's grounded in reality: the complexity of human relationships, ethical dilemmas and moral uncertainties, corporate corruption, and, of course, friendship. The book's everyday magic is plausible; the true revelations come in the form of an authentic narrative and relatable characters who will move readers to consider, and maybe even reimagine, their own life choices and possibilities.

If you think you know anything about this assassination, be prepared to be blown away! Things you have never heard of: Two Oswalds, Botched Autopsies, and Connections from the CIA to the Mossad to the Mafia. Kevin Sandifer has done an exhaustive review of all the information available and come up with many astute observations. The plot of this cover up story is so interwoven, masterfully hidden, and undeniably eye opening that you will find yourself enthralled for hours with the details. Definitely, something very worthwhile reading as your mind opens up to a huge story that eclipses all your thoughts of The End of Camelot!

Peruse this eclectic collection of poems written over 50 years ago, and muse along with the author. They are timeless as they explore the range of human emotions during a particular time in his life. Explore the thoughts and feelings from love, beauty of nature, hope, disappointments, dreams, fears, and being trapped in a job. Visualize these words alongside beautiful nature photography which at times adds to the poem. There are lines like this " B52 is a firefly riding the end of a birch log skimming a sea of milk-blue opalescence'. Or' savoring the feel of the earthskin beneath my feet."

TRAIN DEPOTS are portals of travel. Travel to adventure. There is only four things you need to prepare yourself; Transportation, lodging, food and security. All others you should not be! If you have the funds and the spirit, go for it.

Mom hasn't been herself lately. She's constantly misplacing her keys and she is more and more disoriented, even in her own home. Is this normal aging, or is it the start of dementia?FACT: one in three seniors in the United States is affected by dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Whether it concerns a parent or perhaps a spouse, virtually everyone knows someone with the disease or knows a family touched by its effects.FACT: It is most beneficial to recognize the early symptoms of dementia and to respond to them, whether or not the disease is medically diagnosed.FACT: Dementia and Alzheimer's disease are progressive and incurable. In UNLOCKING THE DOOR TO DEMENTIA BY LAUREN, families and caregivers will read how to understand and navigate their loved one's new reality. They will learn:¿What is normal behavior (ex., occasionally having difficulty finding the right word while speaking), vs. what is suspect (frequently struggling to find words or substituting words for others)¿Practical suggestions concerning the behaviors of dementia, such as Wandering, Anxiety, and Financial Irresponsibility ¿Practical suggestions for handling difficult situations of dementia, such as moving a loved one to a new home or facility, reducing the risk of falling, and taking away the car keysFrom knowing the early signs of dementia, to managing daily activities, to handling palliative care and hospice, families and caregivers will gain the confidence and encouragement needed when their roles are reversed or changed, and they want to provide their loved ones with the best care possible.

Shun Mie Shee's Essential Aborigine Food Cures offers a new perspective on staying healthy by using the unique food wisdom of the ancient aborigine culture that has been on the island that is now Taiwan for over six thousand years. Shun Mie's father was the healing "doctor" of her mountain village, and while growing up she learned from him these natural food remedies that kept his villagers healthy or returned them to health when necessary. Health conscious readers will learn here, for example, how to extract the oil from an egg yolk to treat burns, to cure insomnia, to stop vomiting, and to end the discomfort of a woman recovering from a miscarriage. Readers will learn that the fresh roots of day lilies can be eaten to relieve the discomfort of arthritis, and they'll learn how to prepare grapefruit peels and brown olives to treat morning sickness. This handy manual of aborigine natural food remedies -- never available before now -- offers simple cures for every ailment from diarrhea to diabetes, from psoriasis to shingles...all laid out in convenient alphabetical order.The author also tells why the Western obsession with the fat, vitamin, sugar, and protein content of foods may be less important than matching the energy of a specific food to a person's own body type. Shun Mie shows readers how to do this so that they can keep their systems in balance -- or return them to balance -- for continuous long term health.Essential Aborigine Food Cures offers hundreds of new, unique aborigine remedies to those seeking only natural methods to heal themselves and to keep themselves healthy.

It's Gonna Rain is a story about a church playing church and it's coming soon to a church near you if it ain't already there! Welcome to Slippery Rock Baptist Church pastored by The Reverend James 'Too Slick' Jones. It's just a typical Sunday Morning Worship Service. The choir is singing, the preacher is whooping and The Spirit is moving. All is well and there's nothing out of the ordinary on this typical Sunday, except for the visitation of three interesting gentlemen. Slippery Rock is a small church, where everybody knows everybody and everybody's family, and they rarely have visitors, especially visitors that no one knows. As they would reveal, they are there to meet with Reverend Jones and offer him the opportunity of a lifetime. Surely he can't say "No" to becoming the new spiritual leader of the world! With this opportunity he will be able to serve both God and man, therefore fulfilling his life's passion! The cons: The lust for power, money and the temptation of sex. Yes, Pastor Jones has been tempted as a minister and pastor, but his love for God and his wife has always helped him to maintain his integrity and moral standards, which is why he has been selected by the three gentlemen to become the leader of their spiritual movement! He didn't apply for the job, nor did he have to in their eyes! He's not in this game for what he can personally gain, but in it for the sole purpose of serving The Almighty! But having to deal with the particular issues that come his way, along with the politics that exist in the church house poses the question, is the office of The Heavenly Called, the anointed and the standards within it too much to bear even for those who have the sincerest of intentions? The doors of the church are open! Whosoever will, let him come!

"Layla's Gift" is a heartwarming children's book that celebrates the beauty of diversity, friendship, and cultural understanding. Written by Alina Syed, this enchanting story follows Layla, a young girl who embarks on her first Ramadan fasting experience. As Layla's friends, Luke and Kate, discover her fasting journey, they become curious about her culture and join her in exploring the wonders of Ramadan.Through Layla's eyes, readers learn about the significance of Ramadan, the practices observed during the holy month, and the values of gratitude, prayer, and charity. Layla's determination to observe her fast despite challenges and her eagerness to share her culture with her friends create an atmosphere of inclusivity and acceptance.As the story unfolds, Layla's friends experience the magic of the neighborhood mosque, where they witness the joyous breaking of the fast (iftar) and immerse themselves in the vibrant cultural traditions surrounding Ramadan. The book beautifully captures the essence of the mosque, with its golden dome, dazzling silver moon and star sign, and the warmth of community gatherings."Layla's Gift" encourages children to embrace and appreciate different cultures, fostering empathy and understanding. It emphasizes the importance of friendship, kindness, and respect for others' beliefs and traditions. With its engaging narrative, relatable characters, and vivid illustrations, this book inspires young readers to celebrate diversity and recognize the value of their own cultural heritage.Ideal for children aged 5 to 10, "Layla's Gift" is a delightful addition to any bookstore or library collection. It promotes cultural literacy, opens doors to dialogue, and encourages young minds to embrace the rich tapestry of our global society.

This book is for all people who want to find the Key to the Universe, tap into its energy, and be the creator of their reality. Here is everything you need to reveal your full potential and make all your goals and dreams come true.This book will free you from unwanted emotions, habits, and behavior patterns.It contains the wisdom and knowledge you need to bring one's consciousness into complete purity as you align your energy and vibration with the Universe and create the life you truly desire.It will help you grow spiritually, allowing you to deepen your connection with the divine and find your life purpose and meaning, creating a greater sense of fulfilment.It will help cultivate inner peace and tranquility and reduce stress and anxiety, significantly improving your health.This book will improve your relationships by becoming more aware of your thoughts and emotions, realizing the connection with others, and understanding their needs and feelings.The applied knowledge in this book is a powerful tool through which you will uncover your deepest desires, fears, and aspirations and connect with your true self. It will inspire you to discover the incredible power of the Universe within you or simply how to be divine. Through this book, you will remember who you are. Why are you here? What is the meaning of life? You will learn how to purify your soul and mind. How to turn your life into a paradise. How to give and receive love. What prevents us from being happy? Why do we have fears? The power of speech. What an awakened person is. The power of forgiveness. How to be happy. Bad habits that hinder us. How to become an optimist. Eliminating the feeling of guilt. How to reduce stress. Knowledge of our chakras and aura. The help from yoga, meditation, and prana. Methods of affirmation and manifestation. How to be optimal and successful. How to choose your environment. How to be more responsible. How to improve self-control and will. How to motivate yourself and be persistent.

"Hi, this is Ruth Colon. May I please speak to Mack?" "Mack speaking, how can I help you, Mrs. Colon?" "I'm calling regarding my ex-husband Lonnie Colon; I just got a call from one of his co-workers to tell me Lonnie was in an accident and rushed to The Tremont Hospital." "Mrs. Colon, your ex-husband doesn't work here any more; he was fired about six months ago; as a matter of fact, we had to call the police to escort him out of here and get a court order to keep him off the premises! Mrs. Colon, I don't know you, but I've heard some nice things about you from some of the guys here that know Lonnie personally. Look, I'm not trying to get in your business; anybody that knows me will tell you I am not one to get involved in my employee's personal life. As long as my employees are doing their job, I stay out of their business, but just hearing your voice, I feel obligated to tell you this, you need to get as far away from Lonnie as possible. He has some serious mental issues! Your ex-husband is a very dangerous man and is not to be trusted; if I were you, I would never be left alone with him. When Ruth hung up from Mack, a feeling of dread swept over her.

The author's journey will keep you captivated with exciting stories, which will make you laugh and cry; but it will mostly make the reader question the security of our borders. The security that is compromised, not for a lack of effort from patriotic employees, but for the dereliction of duty of those involved in treason, namely Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas.This book is for all people who want to educate themselves about the issue of illegal immigration and the harmful politics involved. The author (Joel Maldonado) takes you on a journey that he personally experienced. The author, Who served 28 years as a Border Patrol Agent at multiple stations throughout the Southwest Border of the United States, also taught immigration law and Spanish at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center while serving as an instructor at the U.S. Border Patrol Academy.The author takes a compelling look into the manufactured crisis at the border by people and entities that are treasonous enemies within the government. The author focuses on the oath taken by all involved to uphold the Constitution of the United States and how that oath has been forsaken.The author's journey will become your journey, so be prepared for a wild ride in the world of counterproductive politics that make this journey almost impossible.

Young people are often more intelligent than adults give them credit for. The Music of Pounce is a story to encourage them to face the adventures and troubles of everyday life with courage and the rest that song brings. Learning to understand an issue through music is one way to grow and the Pounce cat did this through his songs. Young adults are also urged to use music as a learning tool. Life is filled with both joys and troubles and music is healing and instructive. It can help a cat, or anyone, learn to navigate life and enjoy every day.