Even as a child, Leta Dolphys mother hated her because she looked like her mother-in-law. One day Leta is ousted and her Aunt Julia took her in. Years went by, Rosalind; Letas sister pretended she was just visiting when she left her son with Leta, who loved him immediately. Rosalinds husband, Theodore Thomas Edmonton III, ignorant of her pregnancy had divorced her. She returned to sell him his son for half a million dollars. Meeting Leta, Theodore decided to marry her for his sons sake. When Rosalind learns of this she changes her mind and now she wants her husband and son back
Having a brother or sister can be tough. It can also be great, but it's hard to see the great parts with so many bad parts getting in the way. Problems like fighting and bossing. Teasing and jealousy. Tattling. Pestering. And more. But what if you could do something about those problems? Clear them away? Then you'd be able to actually enjoy your siblings! This indispensable guide from best-selling author Dr. Dawn Huebner speaks directly to children ages 9-12, teaching skills to help them manage feelings and resolve conflicts, strengthening the bonds between brothers and sisters. Warm, witty, and packed with practical strategies, this interactive book is the complete resource for educating, motivating, and empowering siblings to live in peace.
A Souls of My Sisters Book No woman comes into this world with all the answers, but every woman can learn from her sisters. In the Essence® #1 national bestseller Souls of My Sisters, strong, successful black women shared their unforgettable personal stories of faith, hope, and healing. Now, a dynamic new group of young sisters with hopes and dreams, fears and struggles, just like you, tells their stories of triumph over adversity for the generation coming up. . . Being a young woman today means belonging to an ever expanding global community, filled with new opportunities--and complicated challenges. With change comes choices, and making the right ones isn't always easy. The journey can seem overwhelming--but you're not alone. Whether you're dealing with issues of self-esteem, dating, domestic violence, cyber stalking, or racial profiling, within these pages a diverse gathering of women, including entrepreneurs, activists, and entertainers, have words of wisdom, inspiration, and practical information for you. So if you're headed to college, in the midst of your quarter-life crisis, or getting your career or family started, look to your sisters and their heartwarming, sometimes heartbreaking, but always encouraging real-life stories. "Souls of My Sisters let all women know it was okay to tell your story and now Souls of My Young Sisters helps young women struggling through life's challenges tell their stories and heal all of us. A must read for all women!" --Kyla Pratt, Actress "If you can't reach a girlfriend to pour out your heart, read Souls of My Sisters. . .Souls is just the thing when you need an extra boost."--Heart and Soul magazine Dawn Marie Daniels brings a spirited array of professional credentials to her role as editor of Souls of My Sisters books. She was the editorial force behind a number of award-winning authors, and has utilized her position and power as one of the book industry's premier editors to ensure that African American projects get the attention they deserve. Daniels has established a commanding presence in adult nonfiction with such books as In the Meantime and One Day My Soul Just Opened Up, both New York Times bestsellers by Iyanla Vanzant. She utilized her years of publishing experience to bring new talent to the surface and helped push them to the forefront of the publishing industry. Daniels' authors have been published by various imprints such as Prentice Hall Press, Fireside, Touchstone, S&S Aguilar, Scribner, Simon & Schuster, and Pocket Books. Candace Sandy is the President of Candace Sandy Communications, a multimedia cooperative targeting women. For over ten years, Sandy has also served as the communications director for Chairman Congressman Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY) of the Sixth Congressional District, a member of the House Foreign Service and Financial Services Committees. In her capacity as communications director, Sandy has managed both national and international media campaigns in countries that have included Africa, Canada, the Caribbean, China, Colombia, Cuba, Great Britain, India, Israel, Malaysia, Peru, and Venezuela. A frequent lecturer who has served on several high-profile political campaigns, Sandy has worked tirelessly on behalf of women's issues, including poverty, domestic violence, youth prostitution, anticrime, financial literacy, and reentry into New York City. Sandy is the former general manager of New York University radio station WNYU 89.1 FM. As a former Radio Advertising Bureau Mercury AD/LAB Fellow, Sandy covered the 1993 and 1997 Presidential Inaugurations and the 1996 Summer Olympics, and has conducted radio interviews with numerous celebrities, including Pam Grier, Stevie Wonder, and Will Smith.
Get an in-depth look at pediatric primary care through the eyes of a Nurse Practitioner! Pediatric Primary Care, 6th Edition guides readers through the process of assessing, managing, and preventing health problems in infants, children, and adolescents. Key topics include developmental theory, issues of daily living, the health status of children today, and diversity and cultural considerations. This sixth edition also features a wealth of new content and updates — such as a new chapter on pediatric pharmacology, full-color design and illustrations, new QSEN integration, updated coverage of the impact of the Affordable Care Act, a refocused chapter on practice management, and more — to keep readers up to date on the latest issues affecting practice today. Comprehensive content provides a complete foundation in the primary care of children from the unique perspective of the Nurse Practitioner and covers the full spectrum of health conditions seen in the primary care of children, emphasizing both prevention and management. In-depth guidance on assessing and managing pediatric health problems covers patients from infancy through adolescence. Four-part organization includes 1) an introductory unit on the foundations of global pediatric health, child and family health assessment, and cultural perspectives for pediatric primary care; 2) a unit on managing child development; 3) a unit on health promotion and management; and 4) a unit on disease management. Content devoted to issues of daily living covers issues that are a part of every child's growth — such as nutrition and toilet training — that could lead to health problems unless appropriate education and guidance are given. Algorithms are used throughout the book to provide a concise overview of the evaluation and management of common disorders. Resources for providers and families are also included throughout the text for further information. Expert editor team well is well-versed in the scope of practice and knowledge base of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (PNPs) and Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs).
Love and career fill her thoughts and dreams. She is determined to harness both. With every turn, there is a new challenge. With her strength and resolve tested, will she have what it takes to obtain all she desires? She grew up in a small town surrounded by family and good friends. Having met her muse, Ryan, she finds herself immersed in him. She is young and naïve about life but very much in love. The first disappoint soon finds her, thus her peaceful adolescence is changed. Despite the struggle of a long-distance relationship, their dedication to each other is unlike anything she has ever experienced and only overshadowed by their drive for a prosperous future. With her career taking off and their relationship in full bloom, the next disappointment proves to be tragic. What will her existence look like after the accident? As she rebuilds herself, she discovers she is most satisfied when helping others. Her career choice in the medical field makes perfect sense. The Alzheimer’s unit provides joy, and with that, she begins to thrive. With the introduction of an old acquaintance, her life takes yet another twisted turn. She must find balance and forgive the past in order to keep the happiness she has found from slipping through her fingers. Her heart broken and her mind weary, she resigns to fate and vows to keep going as life unfolds in ways she could never expect.
Fever Dreams, by Adaeze Dawn, is a compelling collection of short stories that delve into the complexities of human life, relationships, and emotions. The title “Fever Dreams” aptly captures the dreamlike, surreal, and often unsettling nature of these narratives, reflecting the heightened emotions and distorted realities of each character. Set against the rich and complex backdrop of Nigeria, these stories explore themes of love, loss, pain, faith, sexuality, and the everyday realities of Nigerian life. Characters navigate societal expectations related to marriage, family, and gender roles, while also confronting conflicts arising from cultural norms surrounding sex, religion, and traditional beliefs. Through tales of forbidden love, humorous anecdotes, and profound insights, Fever Dreams emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and fighting for personal happiness despite obstacles.
With vocal public figures such as Malcolm X, Elijah Muhammad, and Louis Farrakhan, the Nation of Islam often appears to be a male-centric religious movement, and over 60 years of scholarship have perpetuated that notion. Yet, women have been pivotal in the NOI's development, playing a major role in creating the public image that made it appealing and captivating. Women of the Nation draws on oral histories and interviews with approximately 100 women across several cities to provide an overview of women's historical contributions and their varied experiences of the NOI, including both its continuing community under Farrakhan and its offshoot into Sunni Islam under Imam W.D. Mohammed. The authors examine how women have interpreted and navigated the NOI's gender ideologies and practices, illuminating the experiences of African-American, Latina, and Native American women within the NOI and their changing roles within this patriarchal movement. The book argues that the Nation of Islam experience for women has been characterized by an expression of Islam sensitive to American cultural messages about race and gender, but also by gender and race ideals in the Islamic tradition. It offers the first exhaustive study of womenOCOs experiences in both the NOI and the W.D. Mohammed community.
Nursing at the Horton' - 1956 to 1962; when hospitals were run by nurses. Matron was all powerful, demanding considerable respect from all. We were taught patients came first, second and last, everything else had to fit in between. The relationship between them, and the local people was; 'They are our patients, and we were their nurses'. During this time student nurses were responsible for cleanliness in the hospital. We knew that if a patient developed a hospital born infection - heads would roll! Our heads remained safe. Antibiotics had just become available, in limited supply. The nurses worked long hard hours - 60 to 72 hours a week; but played hard too. Some parts are very sad, others happy or funny. If you have ever been a patient or nurse in a hospital, especially the Horton, you will recognise the love that was generated. The book is a sequel to 'Aynhoe Village Life. The Way it Was', but can be read as a stand alone. Look for 'Nursing and Living in America. The Way it Was'.
This book presents a comprehensive history of the seven Apache tribes, tracing them from their genetic origins in Asia and their migration through the continent to the Southwest. The work covers their social history, verbal traditions and mores. The final section delineates the recorded history starting with the Spanish expedition of 1541 through the Civil War.
A coming-of-age memoir of the blogger author's experiences as the daughter of an obese, fad diet-driven father recounts how at her grandmother's side she learned to cook healthy food evincing the traditions of her Jewish heritage. --Publisher's description.
Young, beautiful and wealthy, widow Charlotte Macleod, leaves Batavia in the 1850s and returns to Singapore for the English education of her two young sons. She is determined not to be drawn back into a secret affair with Chinese triad-member Zhen. Drawing on the real-life historical personalities of the time, Dawn Farnham deftly mixes fact and fiction to paint a vivid portrait of mid-nineteenth century Singapore at a time when triads, piracy and crime were rife.
One convenient download. One bargain price. Get all March 2009 Harlequin Blaze with one click! In the mood for a sexy, passionate read? Why get one, when you can get SIX with this bundle of sizzling stories from Harlequin Blaze! Bundle includes A Long, Hard Ride by Alison Kent, Up Close and Dangerously Sexy by Karen Anders, Once an Outlaw by Debbi Rawlins, Still Irresistible by Dawn Atkins, Always Ready by Joanne Rock and Body Check by Elle Kennedy.
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.
Lynn Johnson’s sister, Patty, visits for Christmas and all seems to go well until memories of an abusive childhood from the sisters’ past threaten the holiday cheer. Will the sisters be able to come together in the spirit of the holiday season in order to find the power to forgive and move forward in life?
This book is for anyone who has suffered rejection, abandonment, and pain; frankly, anything that has come between them and being the best person they can be. A New Dawn has been written according to what I remember and according to accounts given me by family members. And please let me make it very clear, it is not and never will be my desire to hurt or blame others for anything that has happened in my life. Blame should never be an issue in the struggles of life. However, there were things from my past that influenced certain actions that took place as I grew up. As you read my autobiography it could help you to avoid some of the same pitfalls I suffered. Not only that, but writing my life's story was extremely therapeutic as I put my feelings into words.
Popular Hopi kachina dolls and awesome totem poles are but two of the aspects of the sophisticated, seldom-examined network of mythologies explored in this fascinating volume. This revealing work introduces readers to the mythologies of Native Americans from the United States to the Arctic Circle—a rich, complex, and diverse body of lore, which remains less widely known than mythologies of other peoples and places. In thematic chapters and encyclopedia-style entries, Handbook of Native American Mythology examines the characters and deities, rituals, sacred locations and objects, concepts, and stories that define and distinguish mythological cultures of various indigenous peoples. By tracing the traditions as far back as possible and following their evolution from generation to generation, Handbook of Native American Mythology offers a unique perspective on Native American history, culture, and values. It also shows how central these traditions are to contemporary Native American life, including the continuing struggle for land rights, economic parity, and repatriation of cultural property.
Two sisters bound by love and courage continue their oh-so-familiar conversations regardless of being separated between the paths of life and death. This is a true story of two deaths and one life, which has proven that the bonds of love do exist beyond the grave. After the sudden death of Angela’s mother and shortly thereafter her sister, Angela refused to believe that she had lost them forever. She set off on a journey in search of the truth. Her mother and sister guided and supported her as she discovered a world of existence in the afterlife. They speak about their life in heaven, about God the Creator, the universe, mankind, the reason for living and the soul's purpose. The discovery and understanding that Angela experienced, brought much comfort in a time of grief. Join Angela as she is taken on a journey in which she unravels the truth—the truth of life.
Oh Dear Silvia by Dawn French, the celebrated English actress, bestselling author, and comedian, is the clever, touching, and compelling story of one mysterious woman trapped in a coma after a fall from a balcony. Now, lying unconscious in a hospital bed, Silvia is plagued by a stream of often funny and sometimes poignant visits from friends and family, each of whom knows a different piece of the puzzle that is Silvia Shute. And, as she lies there listening to all of her visitors, the dark and terrible secret she’s been hiding for years emerges. Dawn French's Oh Dear Silvia is an emotionally resonant and riveting tale of secrets, forgiveness, remorse, guilt, and love.
Covers 3,000 dolls from the world's leading doll makers with charts, listings, line drawings, more. Provides detailed descriptions of each manufacturer's production history, mold characteristics, size numbers, tips on spotting reproductions, and much more.
The story of Dawn Bailiffs struggle with the debilitating effects of Multiple Sclerosis, a disease which took away her identity as a piano soloist and rising star of the classical music world, working with such notable maestros as Leonard Bernstein.
In the voice of decadent Southern gentility, Miss Gwendolyn, a wealthy British expatriate who inherits a mansion in the Holy City of Charleston, SC, describes her scandalous marriage to Big Shot, a black ne'er-do-well who pimps for Miss Potty's Health Club.
Anjelie Cantrell is the most sought-after heiress in Jamaica--and the most infuriating. Lord Chance is afraid the girl is more interested in mischief than marriage. That is, until their hearts become shipwrecked in a sea of temptation.
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