Every day people go missing. Some run away, some are kidnapped, some are the victims of foul play. This book examines true stories of missing persons and their families alongside the various resources available to them.
SNIPPETS (bits and pieces of love and life) by CAROLE, written in short chapters for picking up, reading a bit, and setting down, is one you will enjoy so much that you will be reluctant to set it down. The inspirational story of the love and life of Carole and John, her husband, who both view his Parkinson's Disease as just another facet of daily living, is told in vignettes of themselves and of their families, friends, homes, and animals. The witty, poignant sketches will cause you to laugh, cry, empathize, wonder, think, or feel the Snippet refers to you or someone you know. Her writing style scrambles together those of Erma Bombeck, Andy Rooney, and James Joyce. The book describes the couple's real life experience as their numerous "gray hairs," "wrinkles and bruises from stress, heartaches, headaches, accidents, diseases," and their "working, dancing, playing, and laughing" together will attest. Some of Carole's life before meeting John is revealed as she chats about a Perfect Family, Afraid, Running Away, A Single Stitch, Skates, Periwinkle Soup, Psychic, Kidnapping, Long Hair, Hurricanes, Bassoons, Blue Lips, and other topics. People of all ages will find these revelations by Carole Christie Moore Adams fascinating!
Over 300 stories of children and critters here on Whitebriar Farms could not be contained in one book, but is a "book set". There is no rhyme or reason to the "numbering", so don't think I missed anything, but even with mismatched numbers on chapters, realize they are in chronical order, as the experience came along. God has blessed me many times with a wonderful family and the ability to show people thru words, the wonderful life that can be had on a farm with animals and children. - Carole Lokan Moore, aka, The Farmer's Daughter
Over 300 stories of children and critters here on Whitebriar Farms could not be contained in one book, but is a "book set". There is no rhyme or reason to the "numbering", so don't think I missed anything, but even with mismatched numbers on chapters, realize they are in chronical order, as the experience came along. God has blessed me many times with a wonderful family and the ability to show people thru words, the wonderful life that can be had on a farm with animals and children. - Carole Lokan Moore, aka, The Farmer's Daughter
These stories of Black trailblazers, communities, and experiences will inspire kids of all backgrounds. This uplifting collection of eight stories introduces readers to barrier-breaking artists and athletes, as well as Black culture and traditions. This collection includes e-book editions of Fearless Mary, Gordon Parks, Ice Breaker, More than Just a Game, Song in a Rainstorm, Sugar Hill, Tiara's Hat Parade, and Touch the Sky.
Letters from the Heart is a story of Dana A. Webb, Jr., Cobby,, a P-51 pilot, assigned to the 328th Fighter Squadron and the 352nd Fighter Group stationed in England and Belgium during World War II. It is a work of nonfiction based primarily on letters written by Cobby Webb to his parents and his girlfriend, Evelyn, who later became his wife. There are more than 250 letters telling the story of a young pilot in training and in war, a son devoted to his family, and the love between a man and woman who meet by chance and find magic that lasts a lifetime. The book reads like a diary and includes stories and information related to daily life at home, at various aviation cadet training sites, and historical events happening in the United States and abroad during 1940's wartime. World War II, unlike other wars since, brought the United States of America together as a country, united for the good of all. The generation of men and women who grew up during the Great Depression and went on to fight in World War II or contribute on the home front became known as The Greatest Generation. They sacrificed and fought because it was the right thing to do, and afterward, they rebuilt America into a world power. This book holds the experiences, feelings, and words of two of Americas greatest generation.
′The book does what it says on the label. It is punctuated throughout with useful and relevant quotes from working journalists - their opinions, tips and warnings - a technique that drives home the message and adds life and colour′ -THES Textbook Guide The job of a journalist has changed dramatically over the past few decades with satellite links, 24 hour rolling news, and the Internet creating constant pressure for the latest updates. But for all that, the fundamentals of doing the job remain the same: it′s about identifying a story, getting the interviews, and delivering a balanced and interesting report. ′Introduction to Journalism′ examines the skills needed to work as a journalist in newspapers, television, radio and online: " Provides case studies as a guide to researching stories, interviewing, and writing for each medium, as well as recording material for both radio and television. " Offers a wide range of comment and tips on the best way to approach stories " Includes interviews with journalists working on a variety of news outlets from the BBC to weekly newspapers. This book provides a lively and authoritative introduction to journalism and readers will enjoy the insight from a range of journalists.
Securitizing Youth offers new insights on young people’s engagement in a wide range of contexts related to the peace and security field. It presents empirical findings on the challenges and opportunities faced by young women and men in their efforts to build more peaceful, inclusive, and environmentally secure societies. The chapters included in this edited volume examine the diversity and complexity of young people’s engagement for peace and security in different countries across the globe and in different types and phases of conflict and violence, including both conflict-affected and relatively peaceful societies. Chapter contributors, young peacebuilders, and seasoned scholars and practitioners alike propose ways to support youth’s agency and facilitate their meaningful participation in decision-making. The chapters are organized around five broad thematic issues that correspond to the 5 Pillars of Action identified by UN Security Council Resolution 2250. Lessons learned are intended to inform the global youth, peace, and security agenda so that it better responds to on-the-ground realities, hence promoting more sustainable and inclusive approaches to long-lasting peace.
This 365 day devotional is an invaluable resource for more than half a million successful First Place 4 Health users, as well as anyone who simply wants a generous, daily dose of spiritual enrichment. Written by First Place 4 Health national director, Carole Lewis, and other contributors who follow the First Place 4 Health total wellness program, Today is the First Day consists of writings based on 80 key Scripture verses, each one specially selected to provide encouragement and inspiration to walk in the Word. For anyone who wants to improve all areas of his or her life, this devotional is a giant step toward that goal.
Securitizing Youth offers new insights on young people's engagement in a wide range of contexts related to the peace and security field. It presents empirical findings on the challenges and opportunities faced by young women and men in their efforts to build more peaceful, inclusive, and environmentally secure societies. The chapters included in this edited volume examine the diversity and complexity of young people's engagement for peace and security in different countries across the globe and in different types and phases of conflict and violence, including both conflict-affected and relatively peaceful societies. Chapter contributors, young peacebuilders, and seasoned scholars and practitioners alike propose ways to support youth's agency and facilitate their meaningful participation in decision-making. The chapters are organized around five broad thematic issues that correspond to the 5 Pillars of Action identified by UN Security Council Resolution 2250. Lessons learned are intended to inform the global youth, peace, and security agenda so that it better responds to on-the-ground realities, hence promoting more sustainable and inclusive approaches to long-lasting peace"--
Mothers wil discover the legacy they can offer their daughters on a daily basis. Carole Lewis and her granddaughter, Cara Symank pay tribute to their own mothers who provided them a rich heritage both by word and example. Spanning the lives of four generations for women. The Mother-Daughter Legacy reveals how mothers can have a lasting impact on all areas of her daughter's life. In spite of the mistakes, times when you feel you have let your child down, all can be redeemed by God, yielding room for growth and betterment.
This document presents findings of a study that explored the issues for Scottish parents, pupils, and headteachers when raising grievances and seeking redress to those grievances. Focus-group interviews were conducted with 31 parents, 6 headteachers, and 8 students during December 1993-February 1994. Findings indicate that parents had a wide range of grievances, but discipline and supervision-related issues were relatively common. Headteachers reported that the frequency of grievance-raising was fairly high, and two-thirds of the parents had previously contacted the school with a grievance. However, many parents said they were generally satisfied with their schools and the schools' responses to their concerns. Schools that were more effective in resolving grievances encouraged good parent-teacher relationships and provided community access. Findings suggest that when a grievance is raised, feedback on progress and the action taken to resolve the grievance should be given to parents. Formal channels for grievance and redress may prove ineffective because many parents think of themselves as expressing concerns, rather than "making a complaint." It is recommended that schools initiate teacher training to develop links with families, parent education, and home-school partnerships. (LMI)
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