Twenty-two years had passed since Kathy, a sophmore in college and a girl dedicated to living for her God, was brutally killed in her small college town. Twenty-two years of silent holidays and hidden family portraits kept the painful past under control, until Debbie Wilson ascended into the attic of her parents home on a secret quest to uncover the truth of her sister's unsolved murder and bring her killer to justice. Wilson could never have imagined how the triumphs and trials of her pursuit would force her to test her faith in God, belief in justice, and duty to forgive. Sweet Scent of Justice is a true crime memoir by a sister who experienced the miraculous ways God works in the lives of His children when they need His guidance the most. It offers hope and encouragement for those experiencing trials and tribulations in their lives. Wilson's personal tragedy strengthened her faith and belief in Christ, and it will strengthen yours too.
When the applause dies down and the stage lights are turned off, the dancer takes a bus home to sit in a tub of hot water to soak aching muscles. In Third Swan from the Left, author Debbie Wilson makes it clear that life in the world of professional dance is not all champagne and tutus. The stories in her memoir offer a synopsis of a rich journeyfrom beginning dance at age four, to aspiring student, through the performance years, and her travels around the globe. The narrative provides true insight into what it means to be a working dancer. Wilsons keen awareness of world politics, social inequalities, bureaucratic bungling, and more provide a comical and critical look at the universe. Against the backdrop of dance, Third Swan from the Left offers a perspective on the world as Wilson sees it. With anecdotes appealing to aspiring dancers, former dancers, families of dancers, and friends, Third Swan from the Left shows that dance is a primal connection to our emotional lives beyond the material world we live ina combination of the physical movement and the creative input forces us to constantly connect with our true essence.
All moms and dads-to-be share one fervent, even "nonnegotiable" desire: that their baby will be born healthy. This wish would not at all come true for the parents of Brittany Wilson. She would begin fighting for her health immediately and still would be doing battle a quarter century later. Seizures. Structural misalignments. ADHD. Dysgraphia. Growth disorder. Spinal-fusion-necessitating scoliosis. Autism (pervasive developmental disorder). Depression. And yet syndromes aren't the story. No Ordinary Child: Living Life in the Face of Autism is the stirring, forthright account of a girl-and then woman- who through her faith in God, along with imagination, creativity, humor, and courageous perseverance has learned not merely to survive but truly to thrive with significant disabilities. In No Ordinary Child, Debbie Wilson transparently demonstrates weathering crises or calamities and emerging with should and body intact. She finds peace and joy in God when dreams seem dashed and hopes repeatedly threatened. She learns what faith in God, a dogged spirit, a listening heart, and an open mind can accomplish.
Debbie Wilson is thirty-one years old. Her days are full of the joys and obstacles familiar to so many navigating the American Dream. Married to a naval officer who is contemplating a new career, she is the devoted mother to two young boys, and in her final college semester training to be a middle school teacher. Her life is unfolding largely as planned. One morning while in the shower, her soapy fingers discover a marble-sized, tumor on her left breast. At that moment, Debbie and her family are thrust onto an unexpected journey that tests their love, faith, and resolution as she battles one manifestation of cancer after another-including one of the rarest forms of cancer in the world. Over the years, doctor after doctor informs Debbie she is out of options, but each time love and faith find a way. Her incredible story spreads by word of mouth making her a go-to resource and inspiration to countless people facing their own battles. Decades after this miracle love story began, their incredible journey is finally in print. Gripping, humorous, heartbreaking and inspiring, this memoir of faith and family tells the true story of how hardship can strengthen-not destroy-a family. Book jacket.
God isn’t looking for heroes of faith. A thriving relationship with God is not built on our perfect performance but on our trust in a gracious Savior. Hebrews 11 reveals one superhero—Jesus. Our God delights in flawed followers who trust him in the daily aspects of their lives. He designed spiritual growth to be an ongoing journey of faith and delights in who you are becoming. By exploring the lives of the people mentioned in Hebrews 11, Little Faith, Big God will inspire you to persevere in your faith through the examples of biblical men and women who failed, got up again, finished well, and were commended by God. With biblical principles to separate false hope from real faith, present-day stories to encourage you, and guiding questions to invite personal reflection, application, and discussion, Little Faith, Big God will equip you to trade your self-made superhero cape for a dynamic, grace-filled relationship with our big God.
Intent on destroying the underground church and seizing secret technologies, a Chinese spy known as the Beijing Tiger discovers the perfect bait when American Stephanie Peng travels to China to free her imprisoned grandfather. Guaranteed fiction!
Discover timeless truths to slay your giants. Like the faithful in Hebrews 11, you can become mighty in battle. Loss and intimidation are not new to God's people. What if you had to choose between-- - Drowning your baby or letting your worst enemy raise him? - Bowing before an idol or being thrown into a fiery furnace? - Compromising your convictions or being tossed to the lions? - Living in fear or leading ill-equipped volunteers against an intimidating enemy? The believers who faced these decisions felt their limitations. Yet they found strength in the Lord. You can too. Using the men and women highlighted in the last half of Hebrews 11, Little Strength, Big God will help you turn your weaknesses into strengths to accomplish God's purpose in your life. When trouble attacks, you don't need a bigger God--you need clearer vision. Discover the transforming power of a God greater than your Goliaths and live strong now.
A Bit of Sugar is a preteen novel, set in the early 70s, with strong family values. Laura Maynor is a fourth grader obsessed with getting her own pony. Her father thinks it’s a great idea, but her mother, Rose, objects. Rose has never gotten over the loss of her own pony, Trigger, in a tragic accident years earlier. She wants to shield her daughter from such pain. Rose’s father, who feels responsible for that accident, cannot bear to see his mistake now deprive young Laura of her own pony. Finally, after much pleading and a heart-to-heart talk with her mother, Rose reluctantly agrees. Laura’s grandfather quickly finds an ideal, but expensive, pony at the well-respected Hadley Pony Farm, but the deal unexpectedly falls through. Determined not to disappoint his granddaughter, he pursues a risky, alternative course of action that produces surprising results. Will Laura’s mother and grandfather ever heal the emotional wounds connected to the death of Rose’s pony? And, even more importantly, will Laura ever enjoy a pony of her own?
Brushing Away the Tears" paints a portrait of a life lived with and taken by AIDS. It is the true story of Christopher Colt's journey through HIV/AIDS, and it is told in his own words, through his journals and letters, and through the journals and letters of his mother. The entries begin in 1989 when Christopher was diagnosed with HIV and ends a few months before his death in 1992 at age 39. A budding artist, Christopher details the heartbreaking fear of knowing that his time is limited and that his life is more than likely coming to an end. The footnote narrative is provided by Christopher's sister, Debbie Wilson, who holds a BA in journalism. The subject of AIDS has been written about numerous times from a medical standpoint, but few times from the victim's view. "Brushing Away the Tears," written in these firsthand accounts, stimulates the curiosity of those who wish to probe the very personal side of coping with a terminal illness. Christopher was a radiant star whose spirit lives on through his art and whose story will inspire others to "live like you are dying." This book speaks to the social stigma of AIDS without preaching or malice and seeks to put a face on AIDS. The face is that of a man in the prime of his life, someone who is loved by his family and who has friends and colleagues. His story is tragic, but in the midst of the narrative of terrible physical pain and tremendous fear, there is humor in the writing and in the business of everyday living. The title "Brushing Away the Tears" is derived from Christopher's passion as an artist. Every life is painted with the artistic hand of God, and Christopher's life was no different. He just lived his life differently, and sometimes difference is good, especially if that difference is family and love.
Sandy the Seahorse is a wonderful, energetic character! She was created by the author to help children understand that differences between people can be a good thing, not something to be teased about. We are all different in one way or another, but being 'different' is being special! Sandy loves adventure and solving problems....watch for the next adventure in her upcoming series!
Master content and apply knowledge from Maternal Child Nursing Care, 6th Edition with this corresponding Study Guide. In addition to reviewing content from the text, it encourages you to think critically and use the text more effectively. This comprehensive workbook is filled with case-based activities, as well as review questions that provide you with plenty of opportunities to assess your knowledge. Updated content throughout corresponds to new features and chapters of the text. Reviewing Key Concepts and Content questions in various formats give you ample opportunities to assess your knowledge and comprehension of information covered in the text. Activities, including matching, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, short answer, and multiple choice, help you identify the core content of the chapter and test your understanding upon completion of reading the chapter. Learning Key Terms matching and fill-in-the-blank questions let you test your ability to define all key terms highlighted in the corresponding textbook chapter. Thinking Critically case-based activities require you to apply the concepts found in the chapters to solve problems, make decisions concerning care management, and provide responses to patient questions and concerns. Answer key at the end of the book includes answers to all questions. NEW! Updated content throughout corresponds to new features and chapters of the text.
The trip of a lifetime is around every corner of the USA, whether you want to explore national parks, big cities, or little-known gems. From the epic to the eccentric, this guide will help you find some of the ultimate experiences, iconic landmarks, and big adventures that can be found in the United States. Get inspired, get planning... and get going. -- adapted from back cover and page [3].
Describes "Uncle Sam" Wilson, the New York meat-packer who supplied the troops with meat during the War of 1812, and how he gave rise to the national symbol popular with illustrators.
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