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How do you know what you know - or what you think you know? Have you ever wondered why you believe in God, why some people don’t believe in God, or what it means to be religious? How do you answer the question, “Who are you?” Norman Orr provides new ways to think about these questions and many more in this book that promotes the idea of embracing biological humanism.

Kate Jones and Mandy Hose have experienced the highs and lows of parenting - and they wouldn't change a thing. The pair met a decade ago and bonded over their premature twins with additional needs and their remarkable capacity for love, laughter and swearing like a trooper. As the mothers grew closer, however, they confided that they felt 'on-the-floor lonely' sometimes because nobody was talking about what it was like for families like theirs. It was time to give their community a voice.

Topping Out is a story of adventure, heartaches, and challenges for a young pioneer woman who teaches the children of hardworking Idaho ranchers. The hardships included crossing the hazardous Salmon and Snake Rivers, managing horses and Smoky Mule, traversing narrow trails with pack animals, and fighting a forest fire. As a 16-year-old, Kay had to prove herself and earn respect during the seven years in the high primitive country.

Reggie Lee Stafford is a small-town Texas hometown girl. She lives in Rambling, in the Texas Hill Country where she was born. As a single mom, her world revolves around her young daughter and her beloved job at the local newspaper. But her peaceful life is turned upside down when Frank Bell - the bane of Reggie's teenage existence - returns to town to claim his vast inheritance.

Puppies don’t come pre-programmed. They need your patient attention to teach them what they need to know. With the right tips and tricks, you can turn any mischievous mongrel into a well-behaved but still punchy pup. I have studied, cared for, and trained dogs for the last 30 years. Each one has taught me valuable lessons, and I’m passing those on to you in this book. Some puppies love mud. Others swash water. Some shred tissues. Others steal socks. Whatever their quirks, you need to know how to manage the mess.

It should be a lot of fun, meeting up for a long weekend in a rented lighthouse on a chunk of rock miles from anywhere. There will be drinks and games and all sorts of other amusements. It has been 10 years since the last get-together, and 20 years since Nadia and her friends graduated from university. But not everything goes according to plan. One from the group has a more sinister agenda, and, as events begin to spiral out of control, it becomes clear that not everyone will get off the island alive.

In an emotional story that details one woman's struggle within a medical organization that was filled with massive illegal billing, her faith shines through. Healthcare Under Duress presents one woman's personal account and experience within a prestigious university hospital (UWP). This case is unique, representing the issuance of the largest fine ever given to a medical teaching institution within the United States for billing fraud.

Food-grade diatomaceous earth removes toxins, free radicals, and heavy metals that inflame nerves and muscles—causing pain, high blood pressure, arthritis, and many diseases. Composed of 85 percent silica, DE increases production of collagen needed for youthful skin, hair, and nails. Many people think that DE is an ancient miracle from heaven. It is an answer to the prayers of so many who live a pain-filled, disease-ridden existence that they cannot afford to alleviate with high-priced medications. DE therapy is a do-it-yourself (DIY), low-cost treatment that anyone can afford.

When there is a murder in an over-55 community, it's up to Police Officer Julie Morales, who normally issues traffic violations in this sleepy retirement town in Northern California, to head the investigation.

Even the most devout believers may have wondered at one time or the other if God really exists, in what ways the word of God is applicable in today’s modern world, and whether a strong relationship with God is possible, even after straying from the church community. Within a practical guide tailored for anyone who knows intellectually that God exists but may not actually see him working in their own lives, the author shares personal stories and scripture that exemplify and clarify valuable Christian messages while addressing common spiritual topics.

Do you want to manage stress better? Do you struggle with blowing up at others? People all over the world have changed their lives by managing their stress and anger...It all starts with understanding how stress affects you and learning ways to relax. The trouble with managing stress is not knowing how stress presents itself in one’s life, thinking it takes hours and hours for a coping skill to work, and denying the negative effects poor stress management has on your life. Don't miss out. Start releasing stress today!

Judy first sees Grace when she and her daughter attend as audience members of a television show. Grace is the featured guest, a famous seer who — out of all attendees — calls on Judy and begins relaying messages from Judy’s deceased relatives. Judy is so overcome with emotion that she faints, and so begins a friendship brought together by fate.

Karen has lived a life of disappointment and grief. When she finds an abandoned baby, she decides to keep her and name her Cari Moses. Cari becomes the epicenter of Karen’s life, but she is blind to the trail of devastation her actions leave in their wake. Karen’s personal grief and deception are inextricably linked to the activities of a serial killer who harbors a fascination with pregnancy. These players inhabit a dark world of contrasts, where the hopes and aspirations of youth become enmeshed in despair and depravity.

While growing up on a cotton farm in rural Texas, Martha Elaine Couch could never have predicted that one day, she would earn three degrees from Texas Tech University and travel to more than 110 countries. In a charming and uplifting memoir, Couch shares details of a life well lived that include anecdotes and thoughts about her parents and the rest of her family, her childhood in rural West Texas, her experiences working with youth and adult volunteers, and as a professor, and her devoted faith in God as she journeyed away from her home to see the world.

In a small town called Cranford, everyone knows everyone’s business. As families and individuals live their lives in the small Victorian town, they are challenged to change and adapt to new social customs instead of ascribing to out-of-date customs and ideals. This novel is presented in vignettes and short sketches that show the humorous bits of living in Cranford, rather than having a particular plot.

I Am Not the Cause of Your Problems will help you to identify behaviors that try to deceive you into thinking you are the cause of other people's problems, to help you begin to stand up for yourself in such a situation, distance yourself from such a situation, recover from erroneously being blamed for other people's problems, and to begin a life free from carrying other peoples weight around. You can gain the confidence to stand up and firmly state "I am not the cause of your problems" to anyone who tries to cast blame on you for their own problems.

As soon as she is adopted, seven-year-old Hannah begins struggling with her identity. After spending her early life yearning for her adoptive mother’s love and dealing with her adoptive father’s deception, Hannah matures into a young woman who seeks a better life. Unfortunately, she carries many wounds and scars instigated by abuse. During Hannah’s years in college and law school, she becomes a civil and women’s rights activist. After she falls for a White student named Daniel, she quickly realizes that interracial love is not accepted in America.

Magdalene's life is full of beginnings, and her latest one sees her moving into her grandmother's house on Cavanaugh Hill. As a photographer, she plans to transform the upstairs into the perfect studio, while making the rest of the house a cozy home for her and her son. They'll be far away from her scumbag of an ex-husband.

Ms. Walker writes warmly and compassionately about the long journey of mental illness she and her family have endured for decades. She also discusses various related issues and offers tangible suggestions for self-care—all easily accomplished by anyone. Families like hers often find themselves in a constant vortex of unforeseen circumstances, and her practical suggestions encourage others so they might begin to thrive despite the chaos.

From chemo...to cannabis...to chaos.... When Sadie and her colleagues find themselves out of a job and down on their luck they know desperate times call for desperate measures. What starts off as a crazy idea to sell marijuana to the ladies at her friend's chemo sessions quickly spirals into a booming drug empire. But they didn't expect a sexy detective on their trail, suspicious neighbors, and drug dealers angry they’re working on their patch. Can Sadie pull them out of this dangerous world they’ve found themselves in? And can she do it before they end up in prison?