Within these pages is a first-hand description of the way life was in England, and the London area, during the WWII conflict through the eyes of a young girl who survived those horrific times. Understand what it was like seeking shelter from aerial attacks, sleeping in air raid shelters and attempting to have some form of education while spending school days inside the bomb shelters. Later, dodging V1 rockets (doodlebugs), and V2 rockets as they were aimed constantly toward those danger zones. Learn what it was like going to and from work with threat of exploding devices ever present. Feel for yourself the unbelievable relief, joy, and yet sadness as well when the war ended. All this is written in easy to understand descriptive storytelling form as though the author were sitting next to the reader. Be transported into that historic and difficult time.
Within these pages is a first-hand description of the way life was in England, and the London area, during the WWII conflict through the eyes of a young girl who survived those horrific times. Understand what it was like seeking shelter from aerial attacks, sleeping in air raid shelters and attempting to have some form of education while spending school days inside the bomb shelters. Later, dodging V1 rockets (doodlebugs), and V2 rockets as they were aimed constantly toward those danger zones. Learn what it was like going to and from work with threat of exploding devices ever present. Feel for yourself the unbelievable relief, joy, and yet sadness as well when the war ended. All this is written in easy to understand descriptive storytelling form as though the author were sitting next to the reader. Be transported into that historic and difficult time.
I AM JOY is a peek into the life and the lessons that led Joy to the woman she is today. Her inspiring story of courage and perseverance is sure to inspire many. Joy England earned her Master's in Public Administration from Rutgers University, Newark. After beginning her career with the special needs community in 2003, she dedicated her career to advocating for those who need support in finding their voice.
It's rare that a book actually makes you a better human, but that's exactly what Rachel Baribeau has done in Relentless Joy."--Laura Rutledge, ESPN Sports host and reporter We all want more joy, but what happens when life kicks you in the gut? How do you maintain hope or look forward to the future? Relentless Joy will show you how to · reclaim joy when your life feels barren or burdened · throw off the chains of what you are "supposed to be" · see God working in surprising ways you may have missed · identify the unique dream that sets your soul on fire · serve others and walk in joy for the rest of your life With gut-level honesty, award-winning storyteller and former national sportscaster Rachel Joy Baribeau shares her own story of changing the narrative of her life from stuck, overwhelmed, and anxious to confident in her identity and joyful in her life's purpose. With the odds stacked against her, Rachel became the first female sportscaster to host on SiriusXM College channels and hosted the very first College Football Playoff National Championship game. She has shared the secrets to her trailblazing journey with over 100,000 fans and students through her live events and her movement, I'm Changing the Narrative. Relentless Joy is not just another book about how to be happy. Instead, Rachel reveals how to embrace commonly missed opportunities to experience joy and share it with others. No matter your circumstance, you can always change the narrative. Your story isn't over. The best is yet to come! *** "I always encouraged the young men in my football program to surround themselves with people who will make their lives better. At the top of that list for me is Rachel Baribeau. Her book, Relentless Joy, is a fantastic read for all ages."--Coach Bill Snyder, former head football coach of Kansas State University "In Relentless Joy, Rachel Baribeau explains how she has survived, thrived, and arrived to deliver the recipe of an overcomer. Do yourself a favor and jump on the joy train!"--David Tyree, former New York Giants wide receiver and Super Bowl champion
Go In Joy! An Alphabetical Adventure offers an authentic ride beyond inspiring, lyrical words. This engaging, relatable book of essays, poems and questions offers touchstones that deliver ah-ha moments. Reading snippets of Joy's journey through the blame, shame and pain of her youth into the peaceful, joyful light she radiates today, readers discover healing edges of their own to transform. This multi-layered book of vignettes and poems embedded with spirit, essence and joy delivers one woman's unique, yet universal, journey into self-realization. "Go In Joy! An Alphabetical Adventure is a wonderfully delightful book that leaves us wanting more. It's full of profound questions skillfully wrapped in colorful leaves of innocence and playfulness. Sometimes "clever" can be overdone. Not here. The author's inventive weaving of words is brilliant. A charming and healing read." Dr. Suka Chapel-Horst - author of Take a Leap of Faith "What does this book feel like? Turning these pages is like walking into a surprise party given to celebrate me, personal attention that in my private heart I usually resist, but here, with the verve, ease and spirit of this book by Joy Resor, I am won over. There is an immediacy in my sense of surprise - Resor's writing style is one of engagement. Go in Joy! An Alphabetical Adventure deftly weaves together rich stories, keen reflections, beautiful and provocative questions along with poems that get to the heart and bone of the matter: how you can live your life and be in relationship with more honesty, greater joy and an unequivocal authenticity." John Fox - author of Finding What You Didn't Lose: Expressing Your Truth and Creativity Through Poem-Making 20th anniversary "This wonderful collection of delicious, bite-sized essays gives us ideal readings to reflect on as we start or end our day. Joy takes us into her heart and along the pathway of her own spiritual journey, from wounding, confusion and self-doubt into a full engagement and celebration of all aspects of life, shadow and light. Lyrical and inspiring, it is filled with the gems of wisdom she has gathered along the way." Chelsea Wakefield author of Negotiating the Inner Peace Treaty
Finding Joy: 70 Life Lessons Along the Way is a collection of insightful and encouraging devotionals that originated as a weekly series of Facebook posts. The author describes them as being "seasoned with grace and peppered with humor." The topics are varied and range from faith and hope to taming the tongue and preparing for the coming King. I feel I must warn you about reading Joy Brown's new book, Finding Joy: 70 Life Lessons Along the Way, because if you start it, you won't want to put it down. It's filled with fresh insights, thoughts that stand out on the page and touch the soul, and moments that will inspire you to dig deeper into your walk with Christ. I highly recommend this book! -Michelle Cox author of When God Calls the Heart: Devotions from Hope Valley, When God Calls the Heart at Christmas, and Just 18 Summers. These life lessons will capture your heart and your attention. You'll be excited to read more than one lesson at a time and always anxious to get back into the book to experience another of Joy Brown's insights. In each of the lessons, you'll "find a way to make each day on this earth an extraordinary day." -Dale Collie author and Founder of Courage Builders. Joy Brown is an inspirational author and speaker. She has written, co-written, or been a contributing writer in twelve books and has traveled extensively speaking to both Christian and secular groups. Joy's messages, whether written or spoken, are meaningful and motivational. She is known for delving deep into the scripture, yet keeping the messages practical, applicable, and fun. Joy desires to see people come into a relationship with Jesus Christ and grow in joyful fellowship with Him. www.wordsofjoy.org
Take another moment for Joy in your day. When Joy began putting words on paper, it was for her enjoyment and release of the words bouncing around in her head. In 2010 she took her writing to the next level by blogging. This meant the world could see what see wrote. She had one goal in mind: to give hope and encouragement to at least one person. Everyday situations just kept on happening, and she just kept on writing about them. Hopefully, as you read More Life Moments with Joy, you will gain new insight into your life and your walk with Jesus.
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