Did you know that dogs are smarter in Sycamore, Georgia? Have you ever heard of pole-vaulting Bulldog? Have you ever picked deer tongue, dealt with an English salesman, or been to Snipesville or Willacoochee? No? Then you need this book. It's a book of humor and encouragement set in the South Georgia life experiences of Jimmy Allen, his family, and friends. Readers will experience all the emotions from sadness to joy as they journey through the stories and will even be challenged to undertake some new beginnings in their lives. Look for the special stories contributed by some of the author's good friends: Roy Goff- University of Georgia quarterback; former Head Coach, and business leader. Roy Rhodes- Author of In My father's Generation and Those Smoke-Filled Rooms, and Editor. Dianne Warren- Former professional basketball player with the Southern Belles. Jolene Ammons- Former pro basketball player and coach with the All-American Redheads. Jim Perkins- Original member of The Swingin' Medallions. Rick Gaston- Management and Lay Ministery.
Do you know how to avoid spankings? Did you realize that telling lies can get you out of trouble? Do you know why its not a good idea to suggest to a teenage girls parents that she might win a beauty contest at the Hogzilla Festival? The answer to these and other vital questions are found in this book, a collection of stories the author first posted on Facebook. Jimmy Allen grew up in a small town in Georgia, during the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, in a family of big talkers, including four uncles who were great storytellers. He continues that tradition in Keep on Pedaling, sharing homespun stories of hard work and easy play, little victories and big defeats, the good and bad, happy and sad times of growing up. But Jimmys stories are not bound by time and place. Human nature is at the heart of each story, where youll meet familiar people in situations that mirror your own. The kid who hides a firecracker in his mamas sugar bowl, the boy whos fleeced out of his spending money at the fair, the war veteran who cant seem to reclaim his old life, the football coach who learns how to overcome adversitythese people have a lot to teach you about how to keep on pedaling.
This book was written by a non-traditional writer. The book's purpose is to enlighten you through words as you travel through the visual written maze of story by story. At times you will laugh, occasionally tear up, but in the end, you should enjoy the journey. It is easy reading with lots of various thoughts, opinions, and stories. The author was blessed to have friends add stories to this book. Some are professional writers and others had heart-touching stories that I encouraged them to share.
This is the first time a firefighter's autobiography has ever been done in such gripping detail. From the moment you begin reading you're immediately captivated by Allen's earthy and blunt writing style. His gift for taking you to the scene to live through the horror is evident throughout. Gut-wrenching moments are related with clarity and unprecedented realism. Takes you into the jaws of hell -- a masterful telling of tragedy and triumph.Millions regard firefighters with the highest respect, and admiration for firefighters only intensified during and after Sept. 11. This book will find a very wide and appreciative audience.
A personal account of a Christian family's battle with AIDS describes the terrible impact on the Allen family, the deaths of Allen's daughter-in-law and two grandchildren, the revelation of one son's homosexuality and infection, and the ostracism, stigma, and personal loss the family"--
Asheville is a small city nestled in the mountains of western North Carolina. Just outside the city's River Arts District sits a large auction house, owned and run by kind, family man Kane Landon. One day, on his way home from work, something happened to Kane. What would be considered a trivial event to most people, changed him dramatically. It set him on a deadly course, threatening his family and everyone else in the small town. Walk in Kane's shadow as he spirals into a darkness from which he fears he cannot return. Live vicariously through him as the demon that dwells inside of him emerges; a demon that thrives on the pain and suffering of others and leaves the streets of the city stained crimson from the blood of its citizens. Watch with Kane's eyes as his victims shudder in fear when they encounter the imposing man. Feel his pain as he wrestles with the monster inside. Tormented, he tries to make sense of what is happening to him, all the while knowing that death is all he has left to offer the world. Finally, Kane must make the most difficult decision of his life. Will he keep living in two worlds? One world with the family that he would give his life for, and the other... as a sadistic serial killer. Or will he completely free the monster inside, allowing the demon to murder at will, giving the beast permission to fill its own private cemetery.
Sugar Babies is a riotously funny, nostalgic trip for those who remember burlesque and a happy discovery for those too young to recall this irreverent form of American entertainment. All of the classic scenes, including a hilarious dog act are here, along with such wonderful songs as "Exactly Like You", "I Can't Give You Anything But Love Baby" and "Don't Blame Me." "--Publisher.
A treasure of scientific formulae that will keep experimentalists busy for years to come. Students should not miss the opportunity to begin work on their thesis today with The Permutanomicon.
Here an award winning developer who has worked for such esteemed organizations as NASA and Gateway Computers shares his developed code for one of the most successful and powerful calculators available on the market. These programs are perfect for the academic in high tech degree programs such as engineering or math. They save time and effort attempting to calculate information and data in such varied topics as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus, vector calculus, differential equations, classical physics, modern physics, statics, space mechanics and more. Blast your efficiency level to the stars with these proven programs and functions designed to help students fly by mediocre calculations and get to the mechanics of the problem, which is the most important part of learning. Students can concentrate on the guts of more difficult problems presented to them, placing them a step above the rest upon graduation and beyond. Suitable for all levels of education from middle school and beyond.
A prominent religious leader depicts a Christian family's shock of discovery, initial shame and silence, and their ultimate betrayal by organized religion, after being diagnosed as HIV-positive. More than simply an expose, Burden of a Secret offers a message of the triumph of faith over the scourge of AIDS.
The story of the Elias and Alma Young family began nearly 400 years ago when Henry Young was born in England. Generations later the Young family would travel to Maryland before the Revolutionary War began. They made their way south and settled in present day Stokes County, North Carolina in the 1750's. They continued to grow and prosper while keeping their roots in central North Carolina. Five generations after they came to North Carolina Elias Linville Young was born. He would later marry Grace Alma McGee and together they raised nine wonderful children. We will take you back to that day in 1910 when Elias and Alma said "I do" and through the next 54 years of their marriage. They raised a family through the hardest years in our country's history. Through two World Wars and the Great Depression they were able to survive through dedication, hard work, and love of their family. This book will take the reader back in time to the early 1900's and you will experience life, Growing Up Young.
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