Featured in the film Twenty Feet From Stardom, the woman whose voice the New York Times said "is as embedded in the history of rock 'n' roll as Eric Clapton's guitar and Bob Dylan's lyrics" tells her story Right out of high school, Darlene Love began singing lead vocals for legendary producer Phil Spector, cutting such classic hits as the number one "He's a Rebel," "Da Doo Ron Ron," and "He's Sure the Boy I Love." As part of the girl group the Blossoms, she held a regular spot on television's Shindig!, and with Bob B. Soxx & the Blue Jeans she toured the country. Later, she sang backup—and collected numerous scintillating backstage stories—with, among others, Dionne Warwick, the Mamas and the Papas, and Sonny and Cher. Now in My Name Is Love, Darlene is ready to tell her tales about Elvis coming on to her backstage during his famous '68 Comeback Special, about wild parties she witnessed at Tom Jones's house, and about her love affair with Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers. She also recalls how she found herself cleaning houses in Beverly Hills, heard herself on the radio, and vowed to make a comeback. That comeback has included roles in all of the Lethal Weapon movies, starring roles on Broadway, and headlining concert appearances worldwide. A dishy, behind-the-scenes showbiz memoir, My Name Is Love is also the inspiring story of a woman who refused to give up.
After publishing two historical novels, Darlene Matule felt compelled to tackle a current problem--the state of marriage in America--the always legal and often sacred joining of one man and one woman. It is no secret--life has changed drastically since 1956. She asked herself, How can I promote the amazing blessings that marriage can bring--in today's climate? What promise can I bring to college students--today? To others? Matule's answer is Sixty Shades of Love. Her memoir reveals how she and her husband are more in love after sixty years than they were on the day they were married--despite spiritual, marital, financial, in-law, and health problems that would cause most couples to shout, "Enough!" Sixty Shades of Love shows millennials it is possible to find joy in a sacramental marriage. It encourages baby-boomers to give their vows another chance. It reminds seniors of the fulfillment they already have enjoyed in their own long-term commitment. Through the years, Matule found that communication, faith, determination, and the ability to adapt despite life's surprises resulted in the most precious gift a couple can ever receive--a happy marriage.
All I want is to bring him home! He is crying and pleads with me, Please, wont you take me home? Please? My kids will help you take care of me, please? It is like someone has plunged a knife into my chest and is turning the blade slowly . . .
Enjoy an Old West romance adventure from author Carla Olsen Gade. Daring Eliana Van Horn aims to make her mark by joining her father’s photography expedition through the rugged Colorado and New Mexico Territories disguised as a young man. But it’s not long before she throws trail guide Yiska Wilcox off course by opening up the uncharted territory of his heart. Also includes a bonus historical romance, Pride’s Fall by Darlene Franklin.
Messy Beautiful Love delivers an incredible testimony of grace that offers hope for today’s marriages and a spark for rekindling love. Love gets messy. Financial problems, sickness, aging parents, a chronically unhappy spouse . . . trials will inevitably come that threaten your marriage. No matter how long you’ve been married or how strong your relationship is, sooner or later you are going to have a mess to clean up. Messy Beautiful Love is about cleaning up messes God’s way, exchanging your ideas for His, and being prepared for both the best and the worst that marriage has to offer. When you surrender your relationship to God, then and only then will you experience the blessing of marriage as He intended. This is the blessing of obedience. Messy Beautiful Love is an invitation to that obedience. The cynical world says marriages don’t last, but God knows better. Tune out the world and tune in to Him. When you do that, a beautiful marriage is not only possible, it’s inevitable.
Moments of Love: Mornings with The I Am gives a clear and simple way of knowing and feeling the love God and his son Jesus Christ has for each one of uscombining Gods messages of love with a simple understanding of what your soul is searching for: love, truth, faith, and joy. You will find the love for self when you start your journey into learning and feeling Gods divine love. By allowing the pages to open at will, you will read the exact message you need for that moment of your life. And by covering yourself in Gods essence and Jesus Christs light, you will find yourself on their path of the way, the way to eternal happiness and joy, for only then will you know and understand the true way of loving ones self and others.
Feeling alone and afraid, six-year-old Darlene hides under the porch, crying. When her sister finds her, Darlene is unable to explain the fear she faces at nighttime. Later, as a wife and a mother, she processes the impact of the sexual abuse while struggling with depression. Through this deep emotional pain, she recognizes that Christ has already won the victory over Satan. But can she forgive her father? And can she find peace as she sets out to learn the truth about her biological mother?
The Power of Love tells the story of a family as they cope with the death of their husband and father. Death isn't the only tragedy they must survive. Kate McCallen begins the arduous task of closing her husbands business, and learns he has led a secret life and has a son and a daughter by women with whom he had affairs. Jolene Markham, the wife of David's attorney, confesses that she and David had a seven year affair. Heartbroken and disillusioned, Kate vows never to love or trust anyone again. She relocates to Florida and begins a new life and eventually finds love. Will the ghosts from her past cause her to pass up the chance for true happiness. When David's illigetimate daughter, Bethany is attacked and her mother is killed, Kate's children go to St. Louis to care for her and a bond developes between them. The Power of Love not only tells the story of romantic love but of the emotional bonds that sustain a family during the most difficult times of their lives.
I said, Mom, Im just so sorry for hurting you. My words were kind, and I again tried to explain why I had done what I did. All of a sudden, buried tears deep inside my heart began to pour out. Through my crying I said, Mom, I love you so much. Do you know that? She responded quietly, I have had my doubts, sometimes. As the conversation continued, we both talked and listened to each other. It was one of those mother-daughter times we will both treasure for the rest of our lives. My mom hugged me, and I quickly hugged her right back. A tremendous weight had lifted from my soul. We connected, we forgave, and we loved. God helped us both, and His love is so amazing! In December of 2013, my heart was overflowing with joy, and I once again felt inspired to write. I was in prayer, and I asked God a question. How can I show people that I have really changed? I felt Gods answer, and it was pretty simple. Just show them what you do every day.
Judith Morrison lives with her father in the lighthouse, where he is keeper. Her first sight of physician and wartime veteran Sam Hathaway after his return stirs something in her. But her father and other men ridicule Sam for his fear of the ocean. When a great storm hits, the lighthouse may not endure it. With her father injured and the wooden tower damaged, will Judith be able to keep the lighthouse lamps lit, providing a beacon of love that will guide Sam to safety and reveal his true worth?
This book is about six personal life events. These six people have a lifetime of addiction problems and have all achieved sobriety and rescued their lives. Most began hard drug and alcohol use before age ten. These people have been abused and have abused themselves. These people have pulled themselves from the brink of death and have overcome unmentionable obstacles to become not just good people but to also give back to the communities they once destroyed. The men and women whose lives are in these pages have not only been to hell, many fought against themselves to stay at the same time seeing no way out. Methamphetamine, crack cocaine, alcohol, heroin, self-harm, and abuse in every form you can imagine, these young people have fought against the odds to overcome death and destruction to build hope and freedom for themselves and others. The events in this book are true events, and the people in this book represent real people alive today and free from drugs. They have rebuilt their lives from nothing to become well-respected members of communities. All work in recovery programs that help others still suffering from addiction, abuse, and homelessness.
Journey along as men and women emerge triumphantly out of their challenges and into romances that bolster their faith in nine historical novellas. Lonely Prudence has a secret admirer. Spoiled Olivia finds her first job. Adventurous Edie helps a ranger track bandits. Poor Lillian learns about true wealth. Fearful Katie confronts her past. Desperate Dameon finds work. Grieving Maime discovers new purpose. Guilt ridden Justin faces his fears. Newcomer Garrison seeks a business partner.
A SOLDIER’S PROTECTION When Roman commander Lucius Tindarium finds an injured woman in the desert outside Jerusalem, he rescues her and offers her a safe haven at his mother’s home. Something about the lovely and mysterious Anna touches a chord deep inside him. But how will he safeguard his heart from the truth of her painful past? Fleeing a cruel father and an unwanted marriage, Anna is extremely grateful to the powerful warrior who saved her life. Though she knows she can never have a future with a man who’s not a believer, she cares for him deeply. Can Anna make this hardened Roman soldier believe that their love can overcome all?
midst the splendid walls of Jerusalem, a fateful encounter between a young, Jewish man and a young Samaritan womans sets the stage for a tempestuous courtship that will transcend strong barriers of racial prejudice. When Barak, a devoted follower of Jehovah, saves Anna's life, he barely realizis the far reaching consequences of his action. Although Barak fights his attraction for the despised Samaritan, Jehovah seems determined to bring them together. Before Barak walks out of her life forever, can Anna teach him about the Savior he still seeks? Fall in love with this inspiring love story and our entire collection of Christian romance novels from Heartsong Presents!
When four women put needle and thread to fabric, will their sewing lead to love? HEARTS SEWN WITH LOVE by Darlene Panzera Gold Bar, California, April 1850 During the California gold rush, a beautiful seamstress finds her heart torn between the men who want to marry her and the one fortune hunter who won’t. WOVEN HEARTS by Jacquolyn McMurray New York City, 1911 A shirtwaist factory fire survivor struggles to provide for her family despite the disastrous misguided intentions of the handsome union organizer who tries to help. A LANGUAGE OF LOVE by Kimberley Woodhouse New York City, 1911 A milliner with thick Irish accent and a renowned baseball player with speech impediment meet at the office of a language teacher. But the issues with their backgrounds that first brought them together will also drive them apart. TAILORED SWEETHEARTS by Debby Lee Dutch Harbor, Alaska, Summer 1945 A parachute seamstress struggles with her faith in desperate circumstances. A fighter pilot teaches her to hope in her darkest hours.
It’s true that life is hard. But it’s equally true that God is good! Popular author Darlene Sala will refresh your heart with that message in this new devotional. This beautifully packaged, 90-entry follow-up to her recent devotional You Are Blessed will show God’s heart for you, His concern for the trials and struggles you face. Addressing issues such as loneliness, stress, aging, and money, Sala (author of Created for a Purpose and Encouraging Words for Women) reminds you that God is always watching, listening, and loving. When you’re feeling tired and drained by life, find strength in the Bible-based encouragement of You Are Loved.
Darlene Panzera continues her heartwarming Western series with a roughed-up cowboy, the feisty girl next door, and the deal that brings them together If it wasn't for an injury to his leg, Luke Collins would be riding rodeo broncos all day, every day. Until he heals, he's determined to help his family's guest ranch bring in money any way he can. But when a cranky neighbor gets in the way of his goal, Luke turns to the only person he knows can help: the gorgeous, rodeo-barrel-racing spitfire next door. It's no secret: Sammy Jo's father is a pain in the neck. But if anyone can persuade him, it's her. So when Luke asks for help, Sammy Jo is more than willing to make a deal with the handsome cowboy. The cost? He's gotta get back up on that horse—with Sammy Jo's help, of course. As teamwork reveals a deeper connection, Luke finds himself falling for the beautiful girl next door. But to win her heart? He'll just have to do whatever it takes.
In this book, Chloe takes care of her adopted grandmother, Irene, for over two years. Irene was the housekeeper for Chloe’s grandpa while she was growing up and later when Chloe returned to Terry County as a young adult, before her grandpa John passed away. When Chloe returns home, she meets the new youth minister, Daniel, and falls in love with him, but there were many obstacles in her life that she had to come to terms with before she could accept her true feelings for the new youth minister. Chloe turned away from God as a young adult and had to find her way back with the help of many of her friends. During this time getting to know Daniel, his sister and brother-in-law are killed, and he becomes the guardian of his nephew Luke. If you like reading this book, you may enjoy reading God’s Snowball by Darlene Clem.
Poetry expresses the deepest of emotions. It reveals the passionate core of what the writer is feeling and thus is able to carry the reader to feel those same emotions. With both the words spoken and the unspoken words, it allows the reader to transcend and unite in those emotions. Just like a song can touch your heart and cause you to connect with it in such a way to say, "Wow, that is what I am feeling"; poetry also touches our hearts in that same way. This collection of poems has been written over a period of many years. As a collection it expresses one major theme-that God is faithful, full of mercy and grace even when the obstacles of life may have created pain, sorrow, or doubt. It displays the frailties of a human spirit that can be overcome when united with an all-powerful God of Love. In this, the poetry becomes a song of praise to a faithful God who truly knows the best plan for your life and mine. Effie Darlene Barba was born in Poplar Bluff, MO; and raised on a small farm just outside of Dexter, MO. The journeys of life have taken her to live in many states in the United States as well as Mexico. She was widowed in 1994 with two of her three children still in junior high school and at that time returned to Dexter. Commuting to Vanderbilt University, she completed her Master's in Nursing while battling breast cancer. Plagued with multiple health and financial problems that followed, she has learned that God's grace is sufficient. Currently, she is a Cardiology Nurse Practioner with Florida Cardiology, PA in Orlando, FL. She feels that her incredible children are the true reflection of God's faithfulness to keep His promises.
Sally Langlois Against the backdrop of Prohibition, the Depression, and the jazz scene of the Big Easy, Sally reluctantly finds love again with the handsome Michael Tolliver, a well-educated northerner and colored former army officer. Despite his pre-occupation with a personal metamorphosis, he is immediately smitten with her. As they discover their love and establish their lives together, disaster strikes. Once more Sally faces the loss of someone important to her, this time with the added burden of another child, Emilie, a lovely and precocious little girl. Now only time will tell whether Sally and her family will be able to find happiness together. We are drawn into this compelling and classic American love story, journeying back in time to enter the world of this bright and lovely woman as she protects her family struggling to find happiness, love and success.
Experience Christmas on the historical American Great Plains as retold by nine different multi-published authors, including Tracie Peterson and Deborah Raney. Follow pioneers, immigrants, and orphans through their adventures, heartaches, challenges, victories, and romances. You are sure to find more than one favorite among the nine holiday romances in this unique collection to warm your heart and inspire your faith.
In the third heartwarming installment of Darlene Panzera’s Montana Hearts series, a hot-shot rodeo star tries to win the tender heart of his biggest critic For Jace Aldridge, the chase is half the fun. The famous rodeo rider has spent most of life chasing down steers and championship rodeo belts, but after an accident in the arena, his career is put on temporary hold. When he’s offered a chance to stay at Collins Country Cabins, Jace jumps at the opportunity to spend more time with the beautiful but wary Delaney Collins. Between trying to make her family’s business a success, raising her daughter single-handedly, and volunteering at the local wildlife shelter, Delaney doesn’t have time for love. Even though she’s determined to not let the handsome cowboy under her skin, Delaney can’t deny how much she looks forward to every day with him. She's determined to be friends with the handsome cowboy, nothing more, even though Delaney's heart flutters every time he draws near. But all is not well in Fox Creek and when a violent poaching ring escalates out of control, Delaney must trust that Jace is the true country hero she hopes he is. An Avon Romance
In Service to Love offers a pathway for shifting your awareness from the de-stabilizing chaos of the external world to the ever-present, potent, multi-dimensional, innovative expression of Love that is your authentic nature. When it is time for you to discover your own purpose and truth, In Service to Love offers a modern day mystery school that elevates your conscious awareness, catalyzing transformation and ultimately enlightenment. Revealed through daily messages, scribed by Darlene Green from the Masters that comprise the Council of Light, you experience your own unique, exquisite process of enlightenment. Each day's message holds rich frequency. Simple foundational concepts, exercises, meditations, light infusions and activations guide your experience, allowing your own resonance to reveal truth. Enlightenment is not a privilege to be earned, it is who you are at your essence. The process of enlightenment uncovers what gets in the way of your greatest expression. With each step made on your unique journey, the experience of your life here and now is enhanced. The work of In Service to Love masterfully aligns your awareness to your divine nature so you may hear the voice of your soul and create your best life possible. About the Author Highly sensitive, an empath, innate healer and teacher, Darlene has been drawn to studies related to healing and discovery of the sacred for over thirty years. Aware of the presence of Jesus and her "Council" at four years of age, clarity and communication has expanded over time, commensurate with her deep inner work. In 2015 at sacred sites in Southern France, Darlene connected powerfully with her Scribe heritage. Profound spiritual events 1 of 3 December, 2017 signaled an invitation by the Masters that comprise the Council of Light for collaboration. The result is the extensive works of In Service to Love, led by the voice and palpable presence of Love.
You are a loving person, and you love kids. But what is love, exactly, by your definition? Have you ever really thought about it? Is love simply some warm “fuzzy” that you’ve been taught to express with three little words? Or is it much more than that? And how would you describe it? Have you explored any of the beliefs, the rote script comments, the auto-responses, the unquestioned systems, all the “that’s just the way it is” programs, the generational patterns, the inconsistent behaviors that send mixed messages, and the copy-and-paste words and attitudes that you inadvertently share with kids? And have you intentionally worked to raise the frequency of your own lovelight, revealing and healing any parts of you that may affect the energy, and thus, the growth, brilliance and resilience of children in your care? Come. Let’s explore and train our hearts to see through the lens of love to make the necessary adjustments to our programming. Let’s shine the light on and disrupt the old ways of thinking and behaving that have created the undesirable, inequitable energies of the collective consciousness and the current systems. With that light, we can heal, change, grow and create a brighter, new environment for the kids, with the kids, preserving and maintaining the strength of our inherent lovelights.
Ultimate Inspiration-Gods Plan of Love begins with the question, What is Mans Purpose on this Earth? It delves deeply into mankinds search for meaning and inspiration in this life. Religions, philosophers, scientists and even the atheists continue on this search for a purpose for man and why evil exists. This book deals with the hard questions and proposes a logical answer to both mans questions and mans dilemma. It step by step breaks down the answers to many of the questions that the modern day church tries to avoid, presenting the truths found within the Bible in such a way as to make it simple to understand and at the same time even answer those questions raised by the agnostics and atheists. This book deals with the question of evil, justice, Gods righteousness and most of all Gods desire to share in His Joy and His love. It is a must read for anyone who has ever asked the questions, Why do I exist? and/or What is my purpose in life?
It's Cassidy—Li's turn to be Star of the Week at school! So she's making brownies and collecting photos for her poster. She has pictures of all the important people in her life—with one big exception. Cassidy—Li, adopted from China when she was a baby, doesn't have a photo of her birthparents. But with a little help from her family, she comes up with the perfect way to include them! Using their own family's story as a model, Darlene Friedman and Roger Roth celebrate the love of families everywhere through this straightforward and insightful book.
Celebrating Faith and Love in the Historic Rocky Mountains From a Wyoming ranch in 1880, to a logging camp in Washington Territory in the late 1800s, to Denver, Colorado, in 1913, meet nine couples who find that Christmas is the perfect time for climbing to the heights of romance. Watch as their faith and courage propel them through challenges that come with mountain winters to cozy fireside celebrations that lead to lasting proclamations of love. Penned by an exclusive selection of Christian fiction authors—including Susan Page Davis, Vickie McDonough, and Carrie Turansky—this collection of nine romances is one to treasure.
Love Inspired Suspense brings you three new titles! Enjoy these suspenseful romances of danger and faith. This box set includes: K-9 RANCH PROTECTION (A Crisis Rescue Team novel) by Darlene L. Turner Police constable Izzy Tremblay knows her father’s death was no accident, so when she finally discovers a lead and is immediately attacked, her suspicions are confirmed. The ambush leaves her in the hospital with three hours of crucial memory missing, which she knows holds the key to finding her father’s murderer. For protection, she takes refuge with her ex-partner, Austin Murray, on his K-9 ranch while she races to uncover the truth. But with danger still lurking, can they stay alive long enough to take down a killer? TEXAS REVENGE TARGET by Jill Elizabeth Nelson After Texas Ranger Brianna Macguire catches up with the fugitive she’s hunting, she finds herself ensnared in the crosshairs of a revenge-driven cartel—and evading a sniper attack. Cameron Wolfe, a man in hiding and with a bounty on his head, offers Bree shelter…only for Cameron’s secrets and Bree’s attackers to catch up with them both. While they're on the run in the Texas desert, danger stalks them at every turn. Can they outwit their relentless enemies before they both lose their lives? DEADLY SECRETS by New York Times bestselling author Cathy McDavid Rancher Ridge Burnham unearths a gun and a strongbox of cash on his property—possible leads in his father’s unsolved murder. The sheriff’s department has ignored the case for years, but rookie deputy Elena Tomes is determined to prove herself by helping him find the truth. Faced with the town’s sordid history of drug running, Elena and Ridge must work together and trust each other. Now this decades-old cold case will expose the rot in their small ranching community…and the secrets that someone will kill for. For more stories filled with danger and romance, look for Love Inspired Suspense October 2024 Box Set – 1 of 2
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