More than a new day, a journey from being broken to beautiful! A New Dawn is a personal account of how God can take the brokenness of paternal abandonment and childhood molestation and make something beautiful out of it. Through my struggles and pain, dependence on Christ sustained me, giving me hope of a new day. Now looking back, I can see how He truly works all things together for the good as He has promised. We are a new creation in Christ. Old things are passed away, and all things become new, even you!
Dawn Miller's marvelous debut novel is a grand adventure -- and a glorious love story -- experienced with all the passion and yearning of a heroine you'll never forget: eighteen-year-old Callie Wade, whose hopeful heart is as rich with promise as the frontier, which calls her family from their Missouri farm to a new life out West. The Journal Of Callie Wade invites us into a world long vanished, brought to life once more in the pages of a young pioneer woman's diary. April 12, 1859: "What you can't duck, you best welcome." That's what Mama used to always say, anyway....Even though it was in me to fight going West, I couldn't; there's a light in Pa's eyes, a kind of hope that our Rose will find health and I see it in Jack's eyes, too. As wild and reckless as my brother can be, I know he dreams of better. When I look into Quinn's eyes I feel my own dreams, too...and the love. But everything is so unsure on the trail. Sitting here, staring at the scattered campfires of the train, I can almost hear the prayers to make it through another dust-choked mile, over another river, another birth...another death. Maybe Pa is right, maybe we'll all have a new chance at life in the West. But at what price? From bitter hardships to moments of shining joy, from unexpected friendships to Callie's blossoming love for Irishman Quinn McGregor, The Journal Of Callie Wade is a chronicle of courage and faith, an inspiring tale of hope and endurance to treasure for years to come.
Pioneer woman Callie McGregor and her family are determined to survive the Indian massacres, prairie wildfires, droughts, and blizzards of the Montana territory in the 1800s with their faith intact.
Pioneer woman Callie McGregor and her family are determined to survive the Indian massacres, prairie wildfires, droughts, and blizzards of the Montana territory in the 1800s with their faith intact.
Born under the light of the rising sun, I was named after the beauty of the new day. Later to be given the moniker of Desert Rose, it all fit together. Born as the sun rose over the desert, a place that only comes to life after the storms, at a time of day that is most beautiful, only after the darkest hours. This is me. For my life became the darkness of abuse, neglect, the total removal of all that was light in my life; the end only coming as the strength and beauty of the light returned, removing the darkness that engulfed the hours before the dawn.
From the author of the acclaimed frontier novel The Journal of Callie Wade comes a magnificent chronicle of courage, trial, and triumph... Montana Territory, 1864: Jack Wade had nothing to lose when he left the wagon train that carried his sister Callie westward. Heartbroken over losing their sister Rose and wanted by the law, Jack heads to the only place for wild souls like himself: the rough-and-tumble gambling town of Virginia City. What he finds there outshines any prize won at the gaming tables -- he discovers Lillie, the down-to-earth card dealer who could be the love of his life. But just as Jack makes a fresh start, a murderous enemy crosses his path -- an explosive twist of fate that forces Jack to leave Lillie and sends him on the run once again. Out on the trail, wounded and half-starved, Jack is rescued by Raven, a beautiful Blackfoot woman, and with her tribe he finds the peace he seeks. But unseen adventures -- some tragic, some redemptive -- await Jack before he finds a place to call home....Written on the run or by the campfire light, in times of joy and grief, Jack's letters to Callie reveal his unforgettable journey as it unfolds -- and stand as a moving testament to the strength of the human spirit.
Ensure that Every Child Achieves Academic and Social Success An equity-based multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) helps school teams engage all students across the full range of learning needs. MTSS ensures that the vision of equity for every student is achieved, with high expectations and quality instruction, while not straining a school’s budget or personnel. This strategy filled book teaches you how to • Engage all students in learning through an equity-based approach • Analyze and utilize your resources • Apply strengths- and evidence-based principles for implementation • Incorporate effective tools to systematize MTSS
The secret of Vesta is back and with a vengeance, to say the least. Wicker Alabaster has her work cut out for her this time. Luckily her good friend, Pixel is there to lend a hand.Their magic is in tact but it's no match for the forces they face. Can they hold their own against a psychopathic, evil spirit? Can they match wits with a narcissistic killer? Can they restore the elements and bring order back to our world? Join Wicker and Pixel as they fight, scheme and battle the wrath of the secret of Vesta.
Katherine Bains lost everything when her parents died of consumption in England and she was shunted off to Canada to live with an aunt she never knew. Once she met and married Frank McLean, however, she thought her pain and sadness were gone forever. Then a tragic fire destroys her house and takes the life of her precious infant son. Katherine, Frank, and their two daughters must leave their home and start anew in frigid, rough lumberjack territory. Long ago, she'd abandoned any faith in a God who would allow such devastation and despair to happen. But when catastrophe and heartbreak tail the family and a series of events finds Katherine frightened and hopeless in the deep north wilderness, she discovers she has never been alone. God's mercy is always near, and help comes in the most unexpected ways. When we lose everything we most love, we begin to find what we most need. Footprints Under the Pines tells the story of one woman's loss and recovery, heartbreak and renewal, defeat and ultimate victory-and her long journey home to a loving Father. "Dawn Batterbee Miller is a fresh new voice in Christian fiction, introducing readers to the exciting and challenging logging world of the Midwest backwoods in the late eighteen nineties. Footprints Under the Pines is a fast-paced story of adventure, romance, and danger that will quickly draw readers in and hold them from first page to last-and leave them wanting more. Highly recommended " -Kathi Macias, www.kathimacias.com, Award-winning author/speaker Coming from New Hope Publishers in 2008-2009: How Can I Run a Tight Ship When I'm Surrounded by Loose Cannons?, A Higher Calling: Modeling a Your-First Love in a Me-First World, Mothers of the Bible Speak to Mothers Today "Dawn Miller's Footprints Under the Pines could have been lifted right out of The Petoskey News-Review of 1897. With characters you just can't forget and a plot that keeps you turning pages, this book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys pioneer Americana. Miller's graphic depictions of life in northern Michigan's lumbering era make you almost wish you were there-until the tall load falls and everyone runs for their lives. Or someone is sick and the medical establishment has yet to be established. Or a little girl . . . oops, I'd better not go there. But you should, if a quiet evening, a good cup of coffee and a heartwarming story are your cup of tea. Thanks, Dawn Batterbee Miller, for Footprints Under the Pines. Now I wonder, what could you do for a sequel?" -Dr. Curtis Alexander, Associate Editor, Missionary Church Today magazine
Author and motivational speaker Dawn Lynn Miller spreads God's love to readers as she pens Our Time to Be Blessed, a heartwarming tale of family triumph amidst a world of broken families and single parenting. Compiled from many tales pieced together from relatives, this true story of the author's family contains details that shaped her life both positive and negative molding her into what she is today. Here, she includes the key individuals her dad, mother, stepmother, grandmother, aunt, and cousin who showed her that it takes "a whole village" to raise a child. Spiritually enlightening, honest and comical, this account is one meant to inspire and encourage individuals from all walks of life to believe that all things happen in time through prayer. Further, it strives to give hope to those who have not yet begun having the family that God intended for everyone. "It is Our Time to Be Blessed as whole and healthy families, able to endure life's tragedies and remain strong nurturing units of love," the author remarks.
A New Dawn is a personal account of how God can take the brokenness of paternal abandonment and childhood molestation and make something beautiful out of it. Through my struggles and pain, dependence on Christ sustained me, giving me hope of a new day. Now looking back, I can see how He truly works all things together for the good as He has promised. We are a new creation in Christ. Old things are passed away, and all things become new, even you!
Hannah McLean races through the deep woods to meet her brother Seth. What is he hiding? Why doesn't he want to be seen? What bleak history is clouding his life? Then before Hannah can discover his dark deed, he's on the run again. When a stranger comes to town, Hannah rejects his intrusion and attentiveness. Is he looking for Seth? Why won't he just go away and leave her and her family alone? Meanwhile, Seth drifts through the great forest and the logging camps of northern Michigan, trying to outrun his past. His fear and desolation drive him deeper and deeper into the remote timberland, while his loved ones try desperately to find him and save him from himself. Will Seth be on the run forever, or will the truth eventually catch up with him? "Footprints Under the Pines ended, leaving us wanting more. Lost in the Deep Woods, the second book by Dawn Batterbee-Miller, successfully continues the saga. From beginning to the unexpected conclusion, this book, too, will have you waiting for more. Batterbee-Miller is indeed a gifted weaver of tales. She will have your full attention as you find yourself searching the pines of the early lumbering community for the one lost soul whose only goal is to remain hidden." Ginger Marks Publisher/Designer DocUmeant Publishing & DocUmeant Designs
The author of this book utilizes every letter of the alphabet to convey the benefits/information of Kangaroo Care (Skin-to-Skin). The book is filled with beautiful pictures of parents doing Kangaroo Care. Kangaroo Care has been researched for many years and the overwhelming evidence is that Kangaroo Care is very beneficial to the preterm infant, the term infant, and also the parent. The book can be utilized by parents to understand the benefits that they are giving to their infant or by the healthcare worker to understand the importance of Kangaroo Care. The book features a reference section for parents, a definition section, and an extensive reference page for healthcare workers.
Some students just don't want to share intimate details about their thoughts, feelings and lives—at least, not with others in a class or group. That's where Unjournaling comes in. All the writing prompts in this book are entirely impersonal but completely engaging for both kids and adults. Two examples of the 200 writing prompts include: Write a paragraph about a girl named Dot, but use no letters with a dot (in other words, no i or j). Why on earth would Yankee Doodle stick a feather in his cap and call it “macaroni”? Come up with a plausible explanation. The book includes sample responses to all of the questions—a helpful tool for anyone who gets stuck with a topic and wants to see how it can be done! Grade 7-Adult
Elementary school teacher/amateur sleuth Jamie Hamilton immediately suspects foul play when friend and colleague Rebecca Rollman collapses and dies in front of her second-grade class. While poking around in the investigation, Jamie finds a trail of lies and bodies which lead right back to the grieving husband. Thomas Rollman has loved four women in his life. Three of them are dead. Is Thomas Rollman a serial killer as the law enforcement in three cities think, or is he the victim of a twisted plot of revenge? Jamie comes to believe the latter after circumstantial evidence and intuition lead her down a different path from the police. Will she bring her friendas killer to justice or become another unsolved homicide in Thomas Rollmanas wake?
Profiles the college and professional basketball career of the U.S. Naval Academy graduate who entered the National Basketball Association in 1989 after completing two years with the Navy.
Remember being with a group of friends where you felt safer and more included than you had ever felt at home, friends you had always wanted, who made you look around with a lump in your throat, wishing you could stop time? They were a lot like the groups in all the popular stories. They were the reason people love MASH, Harry Potter, Narnia, Friends, The Lord of the Rings etc. They were a group of imperfect, overwhelmed and harassed people who became winners because they didn't have to face the overwhelming odds, alone. Even in the face of dark wizards, popular girls, bad hair days or War, they had each other's back. When one of them had a weakness, another had a strength to balance it out. When one was a jerk, someone else saved the day, and forgave them eventually. Now times are turning more difficult again. The world needs that kind of support. We need a source of encouragement so that we can find a way to be that kind of support when we are needed. As times are dark, people look for a reason to laugh, love and hope again. Duffy Barkley is not a dog, a middle grade fantasy, gives you those friends, that escape, that voice of hope in the darkness. Duffy is alone, handicapped, desperate. He is picked-on, lost, & yet, never defeated. In the most alien of places he finds friends. In the most dire of emergencies he finds courage. In the most evil of villains he finds compassion and a solution. In giving away what he most needs, he gains everything. Duffy, a 9 year old boy with cerebral palsy, survives tragedy in the form of a school shooting in which his younger sister is seriously injured. Falling into a new world, he regains his health but finds himself the focus of historic prophecy. While trying to deny his place in their prophecies he discovers his own abilities & changes his life & that of others in both worlds. He enjoys being physically strong but must give it up to save the villain, and find his way back to save his sister, Izzy.
Compelling Confessions: The Politics of Personal Disclosure is a collection of essays whose shared purpose is to offer an accessible interdisciplinary exploration of the social dynamics behind confessional discourse. As various contributors to this collection demonstrate, confession is ubiquitous in contemporary culture, not only within psychological or therapeutic frameworks or literary analysis, but also in internet discussion groups, in the criminal justice system, in political rhetoric, in so-called 'reality' and interview-style television programming, in writing pedagogy and, increasingly, in the testimonial strain observable in contemporary scholarship. Yet, 'telling one's story' raises questions, not only about authorial intent or authenticity, but also about the pressures disclosure can impose upon its audiences. Far less ubiquitous than confessions themselves, as these contributors suggest, are the critical tools that general audiences might employ in order to better evaluate the rhetoric of personal disclosure. It is, in fact, the shortage of such tools – responses and procedures that could be stated plainly and implemented by any reader or viewer – that Compelling Confessions sets out to address.
Keri: Writing Numbers, is the sixth book in this delightfully zany seven-part-series known as the Keri Series. Based on seven actual conversations the author had with her daughter when she was four-years-old, The Keri Series humorously addresses the mystery of all mysteries, the mother-daughter relationship. The author's wish is that this enduring series will be enjoyed by mothers and daughters from generation to generation. We invite you to experience the conversation about writing numbers. Pamela M. McGee, a registered nurse, resides in Ellijay, GA. with her husband. It is the author's desire, regardless of the subject matter, to celebrate the extraordinary life in its ordinary form. Her previous books include: When You Dare to Love, Pamela Marie McGee: An Ovation, The Boy Who Holds the Key, and the Keri Series, including: Keri: About the Sun, Keri: Dandelions, Keri: the Wedding, Keri: Flies and Keri: Perfume.
In the years following the destructive Long Winter, when half the world's population perished, the State remains locked in battle against the Sensitives: humans born with extra abilities. As one of the last descendants of the State's Founders, seventeen-year-old Lark Greene knows her place: study hard and be a model citizen so she can follow in her family's footsteps. Her life's been set since birth, and she's looking forward to graduating and settling down with Beck, the boy she's loved longer than she can remember. However, after Beck is accused of being Sensitive and organizing an attack against Lark, he disappears. Heartbroken and convinced the State made a mistake, Lark sets out to find him and clear his name. But what she discovers is more dangerous and frightening than Sensitives: She must kill the boy she loves, unless he kills her first.
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