17-year-old Kate has lived her whole life in abject poverty, with an alcoholic father and drug-addicted mother, who severely abuses Kate. At school, her second-hand clothing marks her as a target. Her refusal to stand up for herself makes her the recipient of her classmates taunts and bullying. That is, until Henry returns. Henry Jamison moved away six years earlier, just as he and Kate had begun an to develop feelings for one another. He returns to find the bright, funny, outgoing girl he had known now timidly hiding in corners, barely speaking to anyone around her, suspicious of even him. Kate can't figure out what game Henry is playing with her - for surely it is a game. What else would the gorgeous, popular boy from her past want with her? Kate finally decides to trust Henry's intentions, opening her heart to him. Just when it seems he might be genuine in his friendship, tragedy strikes, threatening everything Kate has worked so hard to gain. Can Henry help her to overcome this new devastation, or will it tear them apart forever?
We all yearn to be healthier, happier, and more peaceful. We long to feel connected and to have value and purpose. Many times, these deep desires appear beyond our grasp. We experience painful breakups and stress-related illnesses, and we feel lost. In this book, the author describes her lifelong journey of self-exploration and how she has worked through various challenges while maintaining happiness throughout different phases of her life. Happiness is a skill set that anyone can learn and apply to have the life they truly desire and deserve. The recipe for happiness is a blend of practical life tips that will help you transform your life and manifest your dreams.
In a dystopian future, a young girl fights to save what little remains of the natural world . . . Keren, a young activist and biologist, and Caleb, her mystic sidekick, are on a quest to save the last remnants of nature in a world focused on progress, prosperity, and conformity. When the gates slide open on Purity Mountain Wild, Keren is shocked. No Automated Elevation Systems whisking people to individually keyed destinations—they hike a trail into forested mountains. No Hearing Enhancement Audio Devices (HEADs) to block machine screams and voices—her ears fill with bird calls, thumping feet, and breathy wind in the tall overhead pines. Guided by a mysterious Keeper and helped by Wildlings, Keren, Caleb, and their friends must use wit and geek skills to outwit underlings of the ominous Dominion and make a powerful pitch for changing the story of human progress . . . Return to the Wilds is an imaginative, action-packed futuristic fantasy that offers a unique view on institutional forces, security and development, the courage and clarity of youth, and the intangible power of the wild and natural. At a somewhat dismal time when young people again are questioning failed institutions of their elders and contending for the planet, it offers new perspective on what’s broken, what to do, and where hope and help can be found.
Raoke Day has been taught to always be kind. But what does a raccoon do when his buddies are up to no good and he wants to do right? In Raoke and the Camp Raid, Raoke is faced with a tough decision. Will he remember the lessons his parents taught him, or will he be pressured into stealing food from the humans?
Too often Christian leaders trying to reform society are perceived as intolerant, right-wing conservatives without an ounce of compassion. The truth is, many people trying to bring about positive societal reformation are very compassionate and loving people. The selected writers who contributed to this book are compassionate reformers. I am privileged to know each author and consider all of them dear friends. – Ché Ahn The Reformer’s Pledge is an exciting collection of ten essays by the following respected and dedicated Church leaders: Bill Johnson James W. Goll Lance Wallnau John Arnott Chuck Pierce Cindy Jacobs Heidi Baker Lou Engle C. Peter Wagner Jim Garlow With insight and anointing, each author presents a clear picture of reforms that need to be made and the kind of actions required by believers to be in step with God’s plan. Poignant topics include racism, love, prayer, defending the sanctity of marriage, and other fundamental issues facing the Church today. Each important topic is addressed thoroughly and sensitively in Spirit-inspired chapters sure to stir your soul, ignite your calling, and fulfill your God-given destiny.
This new, third edition of the best-selling Coaching for Commitment is based on the groundbreaking coaching work of the late Dennis C. Kinlaw. In this thoroughly revised and updated edition the authors, Cindy Coe and Amy Zehnder clearly show that coaching is a proven strategy for improving performance in today’s environment of intense competitiveness for total customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and the drive to deliver superior products and services. This book includes the most current coaching strategies and methodologies and provides information on the latest definitions of what coaching is and ways to succeed at coaching. The authors take Kinlaw’s concept of tying coaching and commitment one step further and make commitment to action part of a new coaching model. Coaching for Commitment offers a practical, how-to guide to coaching for anyone (no matter what their skill level) who wants to hone their coaching skills for a range of circumstances and using a variety of methods--face-to-face, with a virtual team, on the fly, by phone, or e-mail. Coaching for Commitment is filled with easy to use tools, illustrative examples, and sample coaching conversations that clearly show how to use the coaching process, understand the underlying model, and develop the needed skills.
Exactly how do animals affect the quality of life of their human companions? The 7th International Conference on Animals, Health, and Quality of Life set out to explore this question. A major result of this quest was Companion Animals in Human Health, a careful selection of jurored and invited papers from that conference. The articles in this volume address Human Animal Interaction (HAI) according to the elements that define quality of life: physical, mental, emotional, and social health; functional health; and general well-being. Beginning with an overview of human/animal interaction from historical and value perspectives, the authors develop a conceptual framework for HAI research and quality of life measurement. They then go on to explore the psychosocial and physiological impact of HAI. The concluding sections address the role of companion animals in human development and the training and welfare of animals in therapeutic programs. As a state-of-the-science document, Companion Animals in Human Health is a must-read for all health and social science professionals caring for clients who already have companion animals or for clients who might benefit from such interaction. Thus it will be of interest to those in the fields of clinical psychology, cognition, developmental psychology, family studies, gerontology, nursing, patient care, psychology, public health, and sociology.
We all yearn to be healthier, happier, and more peaceful. We long to feel connected and to have value and purpose. Many times, these deep desires appear beyond our grasp. We experience painful breakups and stress-related illnesses, and we feel lost. In this book, the author describes her lifelong journey of self-exploration and how she has worked through various challenges while maintaining happiness throughout different phases of her life. Happiness is a skill set that anyone can learn and apply to have the life they truly desire and deserve. The recipe for happiness is a blend of practical life tips that will help you transform your life and manifest your dreams.
Love was to be shared between author Cindy Bowles and her husband Harold when he first saw her barrel racing at a rodeo. They soon became high school sweethearts and married young, going on to invest in the farming life and become parents to four children. However, their comfortable life took a disastrous turn when Harold became regularly fatigued and prone to angry outbursts. In her new autobiography, Hepatitis C, Never Give Up Hope; the cause of Harold's sickness was hepatitis C, which also fueled his diagnosis of Stage 4 cirrhosis. However, Cindy believed God could do the impossible and could be counted on for a miraculous recovery for Harold. Whether it was getting a needed liver transplant or daily strength to handle the ups and downs of the disease, her book reflects an understanding that to never give up on hope is to never give up on God.
A collection of 30 designs to color including quilts, quilt blocks, and quilt borders. A brief discussion about design is included. A table of contents lists both the designs and practice pages for each of the quilts.
Sophie and Scottie go on their third adventure to North America after the fraternal twin sisters walk through a magical picture frame that acts as a portal to amazing adventures! They meet Sam McSweet who asks them to help solve a world sugar shortage! They agree to help and encounter a lightning-fast eagle and massive grizzly bear named Grizz!
It's back... The wonder of Snippet art! Cindy Walter created this amazing techniques to allow quilters to 'paint' with fabric. Using fusible fabric, Cindy walks readers through this easy, fun, no-sew technique. Now beautiful works of art can be created with fabric scraps! The book includes over 50 colour Snippet photographs and three step-by-step projects to introduce readers to the wonderful world of Snippets.
I failed. I failed myself, my country, and most importantly, my son. That was my last thought before I died. Parmour is a country borne from a failed United States. The war of 1812 bankrupted and then fragmented the Republic experiment. Parmour's young monarchy is at a precipice between failure and civil war. Zefren, orphan to a devious stepfather, turns eighteen soon. Eighteen is the age of manhood, the age for adventure . . . and the age he can break free from his stepfather's shackles. Soon, Zefren will escape from the cruelty of his two stepbrothers. But barriers threaten Zefren's hope for freedom-love, money, and a death threat. Gilda, heiress, the daughter of Parmour's ruler, turns eighteen soon. Eighteen is the age she must marry, the age to fulfill her duties . . . and the age that shackles her to a life of rule. Soon, loneliness derived from wealth, power, and position will imprison her. But a kiss puts into question her obligations to duty, family, and country. Zefren lives a life of servitude. Gilda was born into a life whose single purpose is to rule. Their worlds collide at a masquerade ball. Gilda enjoys the anonymity behind the mask, and the company of a young, mysterious man. Likewise, Zefren finds a boldness behind his mask. At the end of the night, all Gilda has from the young man is an unforgettable kiss and half of his broken mask-the clue she will use to find him. As their unlikely relationship strengthens, so do the dangers surrounding them. Gilda and Zefren unwittingly unravel a conspiracy that has spanned generations-a knowledge driving desperate people to kill. Knowledge that can crumble the mighty Parmour rule. Knowledge that has the power to tear their new love apart.
Sophie and Scottie ride their horses through their magical crystal picture frame that acts as a portal to amazing adventures! The special picture that activated the frame leads them to a remote pacific island where the fish are acting strangely with a bubble-blowing purple dolphin and a fun loving otter. The "fishy" mystery begins.
This book is a multi-faceted, comprehensive and timely study of the millions of migrants in China, their experiences, and their impacts on the city and the countryside.
Sophie and Scottie are fraternal twin sisters that live on a ranch. They receive a crystal covered picture frame that acts as a portal to amazing adventures when activated by a picture also sent to them! The frame grows and girls walk through the frame to start a magical journey to help solve why the monarch butterflies have vanished from Mexico.
On July 26, 1948, President Harry Truman signed Executive Order 9981, ending the practice of segregating the military services by race. That same year, the Army allowed women to join the services on an equal basis with men. Both of these steps preceded the larger societal changes that allowed fully equal treatment of all types of American citizens in military service. Just over 2 years ago, Congress repealed the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy, allowing for gays and lesbians to openly take their place in the military. Our procedures and policies for successful gender integration have grown and evolved. The authors share five principles for leaders and commanders on the prevention of sexual harassment and assault, as well as associated 'Tips' for implementation: (1) Leaders identify and break chains of circumstance; (2) Education is preferable to litigation; (3) What's electronic is public; (4) Don't ignore pornography; and, (5) Unit climate is the commander's responsibility. These principles and their associated tips are not panaceas, and these recommendations are submitted for discussion and feedback"--Publisher's web site.
“Despite Canada’s claim to be a gender equitable nation, militarism continues to function in ways that protect inequality.” —from the Introduction Little has been done to examine, critique, and challenge the ways ingrained societal ideas of militarism and gender influence lifelong learning patterns and practices of Canadians. Editor Nancy Taber and ten other contributors explore reasons why Canadian educators should be concerned with how learning, militarism, and gender intersect. Readers may be surprised to discover how this reaches beyond the classroom into the everyday lessons, attitudes, and habits that all Canadians are taught, often without question. Pushing the boundaries of education theory, research, and practice, this book will be of particular interest to feminist, adult, and teacher educators and to scholars and students of education, the military, and women’s and gender studies. Contributors: Mark Anthony Castrodale, Gillian L. Fournier, Andrew Haddow, Cindy L. Hanson, Laura Lane, Jamie Magnusson, Robert C. Mizzi, Shahrzad Mojab, Snežana Ratković, Roger Saul, Nancy Taber.
The revised and updated Coaching Skills Inventory (CSI) Administrator’s Guide Collection includes the following components: Coaching Skills Inventory Administrator's Guide ISBN 9780999009406 Coaching Skills Inventory, Self 3e ISBN 9780787982539 Coaching Skills Inventory, Observer 3e ISBN 9780787982522 The guide can be used in a number of ways; as a stand alone tool, as part of the Coaching for Commitment Workshop, or as a part of another coaching or leadership course. The Administrator’s Guide contains instructions for administering the CSI: Self and the CSI: Observer as well as interpreting results. The CSI: Self is intended for use by anyone who wants to identify (1) a coaching gap compared to an ideal, (2) the role(s) he or she gravitates toward, and (3) proficiency levels in using certain coaching skills during interactions with others. The CSI has a 360-degree feedback component, called the CSI: Observer that is used to gain a holistic view of the behaviors and actions a person exhibits. The CSI: Observer also makes a great follow-up assessment for progress checks. The CSI: Self is a 50-item questionnaire that users self-score. The CSI takes approximately 20-30 minutes to complete and the associated CSI: Observer version takes about 15 minutes. Once completed, the inventory will reveal which of four roles—-instructor, mentor, manager and coach—-the participant is most likely to adopt when interacting with others. It will also show how frequently the skills of challenging, listening, asking, encouraging, and refining—-foundational skills for successful coaching—are deployed in a coaching conversation.
Diagnosed with Type II diabetes at the height of his career as a Silicon Valley CEO, Gerald Hsu spent the next decade relying on prescribed medication to control his condition. Unfortunately, his health continued to deteriorate. Refusing to succumb to a life of insulin injections and dialysis treatments, Gerald took it upon himself to study and learn about chronic diseases and food nutrition. He then combined his newfound knowledge of these areas with his background in mathematics, computer science, physics, engineering, psychology, and business management to create a nonprofit diabetes research organization and a breakthrough diabetes management software system, eclaireMD. Utilizing the system he developed to identify, assess, treat, and monitor his diabetes, Gerald was able to reverse much of the damage done to his health and reduce the dosages of his medications until he ceased taking them completely. This is a story of one extraordinary man's journey to save his own life and his hope to share his knowledge-and the life-saving, high-tech tools he developed-with the world.
This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. This full-color text offers a clear, complete introduction and detailed reference for creating 3D models and 2D documentation drawings. Building on its reputation as a trusted reference, this edition expands on the role that 3D CAD databases now play in design and documentation. Superbly integrated illustrations, text, step-by-step instructions, and navigation make it easier than ever to master key skills and knowledge. Throughout, the authors demonstrate 3D and 2D drawing skills and CAD usage in real-world work practice in today’s leading disciplines. They combine strong technical detail, real-world examples, and current standards, materials, industries, and processes–all in a format that is efficient, colorful, and visual. Features: Splash Spread: Appealing chapter opener provides context and motivation. References and Web Links: Useful weblinks and standards provided upfront in each chapter. Understanding Section: Foundational introductions, tabbed for easy navigation, outline each topic’s importance, use, visualization tips, and theory. Detail Section: Detailed, well-tested explanations of drawing techniques, variations, and examples–organized into quick-read sections, numbered for easy reference. CAD at Work Section: Breakout pages offer tips on generating drawings from 2D or 3D models. Portfolio Section: Examples of finished drawings show how techniques are applied in the real world. Key Words: Italicized on first reference, summarized after each chapter. Chapter: Summaries and Review Questions: Efficiently reinforce learning. Exercises: Outstanding problem sets with updated exercises, including parts, assembly drawings from CAD models, sketching problems, and orthographic projections.
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