An Unexpected Coddiwomple takes you on a journey through a captivating collection of World War II (WWII) letters abundant with humor, intrigue, and romance across the U.S., to the U.K., and back again. Join S/Sgt. Frank G. Thompson and his daughter Loretto on parallel "missions." Frank's mission is to survive the war as a B-17 radio operator gunner and get on with his life; Loretto's is to discover whatever she can about the father she never knew. Frank wrote his family almost daily, which transports you to the everyday life of a WWII soldier from the day he reports to the day he is discharged. Frank's story could belong to any one of the 16 million WWII soldiers who served. Not since The Diary of Anne Frank has a window with such an intimate view of WWII been opened to the world, seen this time through the eyes of a soldier. ---Learn from the pilot himself, "Big Sundin," what happened when they ditched Heavy Date in the North Sea in 1945, saving the lives of the entire crew. Had Big Sundin not executed a "perfect ditching," Loretto and her six siblings would not have been born. Through her father's words, she uncovers truths about her parentage that were buried with him in 1965, solving decades of mysteries that culminate with an invitation to Buckingham Palace. It's a story of family, duty, faith, and a life transformed. It's a story of love.---... By the time Loretto discovered the cache of WWII letters, her father had been dead almost 50 years. She'd accepted she would never know him. That changed when she decided to type his 500+ letters for her siblings. With each letter, she heard her father's voice. With each place she visited, each person she met, the 50 years without him melted away, and the enduring gap that had opened between them when she was four years old gradually began to close...----Coddiwomple (v.): To travel in a purposeful manner towards a vague, as-yet-unknown destination.
Sitting Still is about a quiet space and the curiosity of exploring the world outside. In a world moving at the speed of never fast enough, it's important to stop and find balance by simply being present among nature. It's about following the calls of your heart as you open your senses to the remarkable world around you. It helps us to feel connected to the earth and at peace where we stand. As we establish this connection, we're invited to tread lightly upon the earth and to make choices that respect and protect our fragile planet.
"Eggshells of Eagles" is about the early days of the hazardous waste industry and the workers who toiled anonymously early in an industry designed to help America move on from the mistakes of its industrial past and into our industrial future. These workers were environmental professionals-scientists and engineers, chemists, and biologists-who worked tirelessly many times in the frigid cold of the northern winters and the steaming oppressive heat of the southern summers in all manner of gear meant to protect them from the chemical and radiological hazards or biological agents and the physical hazards all around them. The events portrayed in this book are real, as told through the experiences of one of the early workers, Nick. The story also examines how the public is introduced to the notorious toxic substances from DDT to PFAS and the consumer products that birthed them.
Coast to Coast, we are a nation of local tastes and conspicuous calories. From Rochester, New York's Garbage Plate and Detroit, Michigan's Boogaloo sandwich, to Hawaii's Spam Musubi and Biloxi, Mississippi's Koolickles, our regional foods in the United States are deeply embedded into our local culinary consciousness. These hometown delicacies are a marriage of cultures, subtleties of tradition, local ingredients, and, above all, community. These morsels of scale-tipping pride are equal parts civic symbols, edible tourist attractions, and cultural obsessions. This book features the birthplace of many of the foods we love. Some seemingly strange combinations are hard to get your head around until you take your first bite. Please note: none of them will make you skinny.These recipes, which I've been collecting for decades from many long-lost sources, are an homage to our immense bounty of our great country's uber-local foods and a great excuse to putter in the kitchen.
Sunspot never realized how different she was from the rest of the crowd until her first day of school! Instead of letting that weigh her down, she persevered after wise words from a peer. Embracing what made her different led to a new empowered & carefree perspective! Join Sunspot in figuring out what makes YOU special!
A young boy named Mark, curious about why some people can't get along, sets out on a journey to find peace. The many friends he meets along the way help him to discover the answer.Dr. Mark Donnelly is an author, artist, educator, and a proud husband and father of four amazing children. Mark is the author of several children's books including Theresa's Sock, My Name Is Rocky, Last Year When I Was Small, The Worm Doctor, Twenty-Five Cents, and Where The Bathwater Goes.
Convinced that the washing machine took one of her favorite socks, Theresa, a very determined six-year-old fights back her fear and makes a unique friend in the process.
n the heart of Buffalo's Allentown, inconspicuously watching in alleys, behind keyholes, and in the sultry shadows atop a barstool lurks a gumshoe hot on a case. Meet Jake Knight, a hardboiled, trench coat-wearing, cigar-smoking, private eye that could have walked straight out of central casting. Join him as he and his trusty dog Duke sprightly traverse the city's endless maze of crooks, politicians, and men who blow bubbles, in search of justice and money to pay the rent. Rather than overhearing his inner monologue, we're invited to study the depths of his daily observations through the pages of diary entries he posts every night after last call. Insightful, philosophical, and even poetic at times, Jake Knight's story is sure to be a boffo, instant classic, according to his mother.
Bouncer is a partially true story of a black and white cocker spaniel who grew up on an idyllic 1940's suburban neighborhood. He was adored by his middle-class family whom he served with intelligence and great devotion. Bouncer was also valued by other people in the neighborhood and had established daily routines with them. One day during hunting season, Bouncer disappears and is faced with learning new skills and experiencing many hardships.Thank goodness a few caring people and animals lend some kind help.
Monster In The Morning is my childhood recollection of how mornings in our house worked before mom had her favorite drink. This wild tale is inspired by the two most wonderful women in my life, and a green bathrobe where money grew and Kleenex just appeared from. The illustrations genuinely make the chase come to life, and the ending seems as happy as any fairy tale. This book is a treat for every child.
Around 1900, Buffalo was a happening place. It was America's eighth-largest city and the world's sixth largest port. Buffalo was the world's first city lit with electricity. Famous architects like Frederick Law Olmsted and Frank Lloyd Wright did some of their best work here. Buffalo hosted a World's Fair featuring buildings illuminated by Thomas Edison. And so much more. By 2000 the city's population was falling, the economy stagnant, the region's reputation stained by racism and poverty, and jokes about the area's weather became a frequent target of nightly talk shows. So what happened? Recently, it's been easy to find positive signs of a change: waterfront development, medical campus construction, new business expansion and startups, and an uptick in population and employment. But how well are we really doing? Buffalo Niagara could arguably have the biggest gap of any metropolis in America between what it could be and what it is today. Can the region ever be great again? Buffalo Niagara: Diagnosis & Prescription for Change starts by taking a look at the status of the region that goes beyond just new construction. It then examines in unvarnished detail the major causes and forces that caused the region's decline. And the book ends by offering a prescription for change that could once again make Buffalo one of the most progressive cities on the planet. Buffalo Niagara: Diagnosis & Prescription for Change is a tool and a road map for all those who love Western New York and are willing to help make a positive difference.
Survival Juice is an unbridled love story about coffee, written by Dr. Maddog, (a.k.a. Mark Donnelly, Ph.D.) a self-admitted java-junky who regularly rotates coffee shops to avoid paying rent. This book will help you to get to know your addiction better, understand caffeine delivery systems, and speak in fluent Barista as you skillfully navigate the coffee aficionado culture.
A colorful look at our history, architecture, waterfront, and everything else that makes¿ Western New York an amazing place to live, work, and play from Dr. Mark Donnelly,¿ author of: The Fine Art of Capturing Buffalo, Frozen Assets, and Statuesque Buffalo.
Oscar and Sarah is a story about two very unlikely friends, each struggling to fit in.Oscar is a puppy with some unique features that make him look totally different than his brothers and sisters.Sarah is a little girl adopted from another country. Her darker skin and thick accent make her different than the other kids at school.Together they discover just how truly special they are.
Being a Medium is calling. It's as much a part of your DNA just as your hair or eye color. Mediums are special to this world since you can transition between worlds and communicate with both. The connection not always understood and is often confusing to those that are new to come upon this ability. I wrote this book to help open the door to your new experiences.
How did Kelly's Island or Donnelly's Wall get their names? Were there pirates in Buffalo Harbor? Was there a clothing-optional beach on the city's waterfront? What lighthouse changed the shape of the United States? All this and more can be found in the pages of this book, a collection of history and heritage that traces the colorful past of a waterfront that built a city in the 19th Century and is rebuilding its future in the 21st. Join journalist, historian and author Mike Vogel for a look back at some of the intriguing and sometimes obscure episodes that marked life on the Buffalo waterfront, and the forces that once made this harbor a critically important economic powerhouse for the nation. Harboring History offers residents and visitors alike a sense of place and a deeper appreciation of the once-industrial shorelines now finding a new role as a modern recreational urban waterfront.
Anecdotal history of Buffalo, N.Y. as told through its public art, landmarks, and monuments.
One of the best parts of gardening is sharing information and tricks of the trade with other gardeners. In this book, author and gardener, Jackie Albarella, shares an easy to understand, helpful collection of gardening tips for everyone from the beginner to the seasoned gardener. Written in a common sense, down to earth manner, you'll learn tips like: ¿ How to keep tulips standing straight when in a vase ¿ How to get free mulch ¿ How to keep the squirrels from digging up your spring bulbs ¿ And saving this years' seeds for next season
When Max the Dog visits Grandma's house, he sees his first live parade! But when trouble starts, Max stands up for kindness and makes new friends. Join Max the Dog on his first adventure as he shows what it looks like to be a real friend, and finds a rainbow to keep forever!
This collection of personal essays is Jackie Albarella's take on the adventures of everyday living. The wiggly monsters underfoot or in the garden evoke hilarious visual images.Every woman who has ever tried to get in shape or keep from "flashing" will find the funny in the way Jackie describes her adventures in womanhood. Learning to swim, walking in a snowstorm, or playing celebrity baseball all become causes for laughter for the reader of this book.
Last Year, When I Was Small is a story about Cullan, a Kindergartner looking back on his many struggles of being the youngest and smallest in the family now that he has reached the sage old age of five. Learn about how his keen powers of observation helps him to find an amazing cure for being small.
Amy's new puppy Nelly doesn't learn new tricks easily. Amy tries her best to teach Nelly what she is supposed to learn for her puppy class graduation - but there's just one problem. Nelly loves belly rubs! This is a great book for anyone who loves dogs, and for everyone who needs a reminder to embrace their own unique gifts and share them proudly out in the great big, beautiful world.
Fifty Shades of Gravy is a satirical look at food and the sexual vocabulary it brings to the table, demonstrated with fifty terrific recipes that help us to laugh at ourselves. It's an examination of the head-on collision of sexual slang and food, combined with fourth-grade humor, and enough meaningless trivia to make you a complete bore on a first date.
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