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This is my story that started as an immature young boy with a powerful, enthusiastic love of sports and a persistent, unrelenting dream to be successful. This passion constituted every active, conscious moment and the dream consumed peaceful, subconscious hours; both reinforced I could be the very best version of me; but I wasn't aware of the conveyance of how to get there. My mind continually focused on dribbling, shooting, cutting, and driving to the bucket; the rhythm of basketball surged through my veins- but learning the basics of an education were the farthest from my thoughts. During my youth, there was a very fine line between being a leader and someone who was being chased!I was a leader with raw athletic ability and profited from a robust social life, but I was chased by the inability to read and progress academically. In my case, it was confusing what were priorities and considered important. Both parents, sacrificed their youth; they were counted on for providing financial support-that cost them a high school education. My choices were ass backwards and parental advise was nowhere to be found.My order of importance were athletics, social life (with no concern for consequences), and school. The rigor of the classroom was not an easy task to achieve, but without meeting eligibility standards basketball could not happen.Basketball became the carriage that afforded me the acceptance needed for most arenas. However, exceling in sports did not have any bearing on learning how to read! The lack of knowing how to read culminated into being classified as "Not Recommended for College" stamped on my high school transcript. The lack of reading skills grew into an ordeal that almost cost me my redemptive, successful life. Maturity (drawing from the power and resources within oneself to change and adapt to circumstances; sensitive and considerate to others; as well as, being responsible for your actions) is the key in growing up- and for those that are a bit late- will pay the price in one way or another.These adventures began in Brooklyn, New York, from the horse-led-carousels of Coney Island to the "Broncs" of South Texas. Life is not a Lay-Up when it comes to balancing education and athletics. It has taken me five years to write these adventures, with the hope of motivating anyone that also matured late in life. Winning can be achieved, but not without the help of others-especially those who feel your pain!The stories that I share are true and factual, and often told, colorful and humorous, to say the least! Despite my circumstances and lack of maturity, I am truly blessed throughout my schooling from teachers, school Janitors, NYC Police Officers (PAL), and others (in one way or another) stepping-up to the challenge of assisting me and coming to my aid. "God only knows" why intervention of my struggles played out and parlayed into a productive life through a "little piss-ant game of basketball!"

Dr. Kenneth D. Barringer spent three years in the US Navy during WWII. He was then ordained as a United Methodist minister and served in several locations. He also completed field service for the bishop of Iowa. His next position he held was that of serving on the staff of Morning Side College in Sioux City, Iowa, and then on the staff of the University of Iowa where he earned his PH. D., He then worked as a clinical psychologist at a group practice in Sheboygan, WI. Ken culminated his work years by retiring in Sun City Center, FL. In retirement, he continues to teach, volunteer, and be socially active. Dr. Barringer has published chapters in two books on adult education and was a contributor to a major family-focused magazine. He has published articles on various issues related to senior living. He has successfully headed a coalition on mental health and aging in his retirement community. His intention in writing this book is to help seniors everywhere find concrete ideas about responsible life choices for healthy senior living. His concern is that seniors are not well equipped to cope with the important task of aging, so he speaks to community groups and teaches at a senior college. His hope is that every senior who seeks it with good intentions and makes the right choices will enjoy and relish their golden years as never before. His dream is that seniors everywhere will explore the fascinating world of healthy aging and wellness together, and will enjoy every day of their retirement.

A small village is beginning their fall harvest. Suddenly, the Ninja Wolves interrupted their peaceful harvest, stealing the crops and livestock. It's up to a group of cute and feisty Bunnies to save the day!

About the book:¿This is about the difference between an acquaintance and a friend. The book is based on biblical principles and examples are shown relative to the bible verses. It shows who is a right friend and a wrong friend. The right friend uplifts you but the wrong friend can get you into a bad situation that will affect you for your lifetime. As a person who believes in God and who studies the bible there are guidelines for living a happy and peaceful life where you can go in the right direction and avoid pitfalls.

Many people are confused about what Christian suffering is, and what it is not. This book clarifies that seemingly complicated issue by turning to the simplicity of God's Word, and pointing out what Holy Scripture actually says about it. No need to suffer needlessly! Only suffering persecution for our Bible Faith Stand is counted by God as Christian Suffering.I recognized my call to Gospel ministry in 1970, and was sent to college to prepare for that ministry in a denomination. I graduated in 1975 with honors, but did not get ordained in that denomination. I have studied the Full-Gospel ministry for over 45 years, have published 10 Christian books, and still writing, have 2 YouTube Bible-teaching channels, and am a 20-year home-church pastor.

Edgar Randolf, a homeowner, Edna Seabrook, his cook, and the homeowner's friend, Dan Cleary, expound on food and cooking. Dan comes sometimes with another friend. Their notions of dining include about diet and the kitchen. Edgar and Edna enjoy regular meals in their living situation, Edna is the most involved in the cooking and kitchen duties. Their time is spent with regular enjoyment of food. In the course of many weeks, Edgar serves herbal teas and dishes to his friends. As years pass, Edna lectures on cooking and takes some outside jobs. The general approach to the meals goes through various dishes, to baking, cookie making, rolls, bread and pretzels. Then the serious meat eaters dishes are given attention. After lengthy herb tea presentations, the focus is on Thanksgiving and turkey, and that is followed by some pork recipes. Then, the general approach is from a mock cafe where there are considerations of vegetarianism, fasting, and cookware. Finally, a return to the general meals and dishes takes the consideration to a new view of more dishes. Matthew was born abroad and graduated from high school in Hawaii (Oahu). He has an AA university degree. He has written some poetry, getting some poems published in a journal and books. His recent books published is Dream and Vision Poems (2021)

Joyce Keveren has written six novels and one volume of short stories and one volume of poetry. This is her second volume of poetry.I had fun writing this book of poetry. When editing it, I realized there was a lot of anger being expressed, but it is the truth, so I will not change it. I try to always tell the truth in my spoken and written words. Again, if any of the content in this volume of poetry upsets, disturbs, or offends any of my readers, I understand. I too am often upset, disturbed, or offended by what I write. I hope you enjoy reading this poetry as much as I enjoyed writing it.

This book follows specific lessons learned by my choices while traversing a road unbalanced in its nature. Within a specific timeline and with all that transpired, a lesson was leaned from each encounter but came at the price of testing the edge of fortitude. Without a second glance, a final form of understanding created the way I've balanced want vs. need and the potential repercussions all choices have. What stood in the wake of the final devastation was a story that I can never repair but remains irreplaceable in every aspect.