Our great author of CATCH 22, Joseph Heller, told of his experience with Guillain-Barre in NO LAUGHING MATTER. Now Judy Light Ayyildiz equals--and in some ways surpasses--his account in her book, Nothing but Time." --Walter James Miller author, co-author, or editor of 67 books and LOVES MAINLAND "This book is truly an inspiration for anyone who has ever run into a brick wall in life." --Simone Poirier-Bures, author of three memoirs including, CANDYMAN. "...interesting and well-written...great job of interspersing personal vignettes...purchase copy for...neurology house staff library and also for chaplains office...insightful for health care workers dealing with GBS patients--perhaps especially nurses, P.T.s etc." --Dr. James Q. Miller, Prof. Neurology, Univ. VA Medical Center. Judys body is tricked by a virus into attacking itself. She wakes up paralyzed. Her creative mind fights back with the themes and spirit in the stories of her life. Armed with insight gleaned from her own stories about events and people in her past and present both in Turkey and the US, and told with restrained humor and often with Appalachian flavor -- Judy discovers that her spiritual desire to "walk" is stronger than the fear of "falling." "Throughout, the reader feels like an intimate friend....Her sudden immobility motivates her to look for meaning in this unexpected crisis...caused when a virus tricks the bodys immune system into attacking itself...betrayal of an ememy within brings out a more relavant need for self-reflection, which Ayyildiz does in a gentle and insightful way. She relates memories of childhood, courtship, child raising and other life events revealing the interconnections within her life. NbT is a beautiful study of a womans psyche as she experiences great trauma and portrays how one can balance her own recovery with her responsibilities to her children and partner. With wonderful metaphors and a healthy dose of humor Judy engages the reader and turns a depressing situation into an inspiring story about courage in the face of a huge setback in life. --Eser Turan, TURQUAZ MAGAZINE a compelling odyssey of lifes house of cards dealing with the hand dealtvery inspirational, terrificskillful style of looking back casting the net to bring the reader in to the psyche, the reality check of the present, the wary peering around the uncertain corner ahead with its capricious nature. The emotional detail throughout is what makes the book because its riveting honesty pulls the reader forward, encouraging understanding, its independent strength not necessarily seeking sympathy for its own sake. --Helen Canuk, DC "...a heartening book that takes you by the hand through a fearful landscape, and out onto the other side. The writing is often lyrical, the emerging, self-buoyant; but what I valued most is the unremitting honesty." --Bell Gale Chevigny DOING TIME: 25 YEARS of PRISON WRITING, a PEN American Center prize anthology, NYC "...gripping."Donna Miles,Toronto,Canada A captivating testimony to the human spirit and the power of the collective self. Ayyildiz is living proof of the healing potential residing within everything we have known be it within ourselves or in and among the life we have shared with those around us. --Chris Briddi, Ph.D. Counselor Education, Kent State University how moved I am by your story! The book is a beautiful and deeply life affirming testimony to those who choose the path of life, even in the face of such difficulty. taught me something about positive intention, love, faith and the human spirit. --Andrea Clearfield, composer, NYC an amazing and inspiring story of recovery.such courage, strength, optimism and humor, leaves you feel
The Little White Light is about an inspiring, delightful and uplifting relationship that will comfort you just as it comforted Penny. The little white light has a special charm about it when it blinks, as Penny discovers at night, in the morning and even during the day. Children of all ages, as well as adults, will enjoy reading along with the help of the whimsical color illustrations. The Little White Light will become a memorable experience every time it is read for years to come.
Is it always with brothers and sisters that there are those days when you just don’t see eye-to-eye on much of anything? It is on those days that we wonder...was I adopted or what? Then you hear someone say, “Well....you can pick your friends, however, you can’t pick your family.” And you laugh and say to yourself....at times I can’t even pick good friends.” Family members are onboard through it all....the good and the bad. Judy Light has lived in Northern California since she was twenty-eight years old. However, she grew up in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, attending schools and doing all the normal things a young southern girl does....and then she moved away. This story is about the interaction over a long period of time between Judy and her brother Lonnie. The journey will take you first to their childhood days and then quickly to adulthood. You will see how two people who didn’t get along as children are more or less the same two people as adults. How circumstances and love bring these two people together and how life teaches, the human compassion of loving someone and letting them go. The story is humorous and will tickle your funny bone...yet, at times, it will make you sad and reflective about how life can throw you a curve ball. The writer writes from her heart, allowing you to see as she paints the pictures of her happiness, her sadness and the wonderful people that she calls family and friends. Read and enjoy.
This story is about my mother, father and my family. It is a fast read that will take you on a journey of my parents. I grew up with my mother and I remember her telling me stories about her past and her journey with my father. I have taken what she told me and put it into this story for all of the children that started with these two people. My mother, Winnie, would have never thought how important she had been to this family structure. Most mornings, she would just sit there, drink her coffee, smoke her cigarette and every so often sing a lyric from “The Old Rugged Cross”. She was a wonderful individual who always believed that tomorrow would be a better day. It all started along the Arkansas River and with these two people...Grover Cleveland Light and Winifred Beatrice Smith. Read and enjoy.
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! Also on the USA Today, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Globe and Mail, Publishers Weekly, and Indie bestseller lists. One of the most important stories of World War II, already optioned by Steven Spielberg for a major motion picture: a spectacular, searing history that brings to light the extraordinary accomplishments of brave Jewish women who became resistance fighters—a group of unknown heroes whose exploits have never been chronicled in full, until now. Witnesses to the brutal murder of their families and neighbors and the violent destruction of their communities, a cadre of Jewish women in Poland—some still in their teens—helped transform the Jewish youth groups into resistance cells to fight the Nazis. With courage, guile, and nerves of steel, these “ghetto girls” paid off Gestapo guards, hid revolvers in loaves of bread and jars of marmalade, and helped build systems of underground bunkers. They flirted with German soldiers, bribed them with wine, whiskey, and home cooking, used their Aryan looks to seduce them, and shot and killed them. They bombed German train lines and blew up a town’s water supply. They also nursed the sick, taught children, and hid families. Yet the exploits of these courageous resistance fighters have remained virtually unknown. As propulsive and thrilling as Hidden Figures, In the Garden of Beasts, and Band of Brothers, The Light of Days at last tells the true story of these incredible women whose courageous yet little-known feats have been eclipsed by time. Judy Batalion—the granddaughter of Polish Holocaust survivors—takes us back to 1939 and introduces us to Renia Kukielka, a weapons smuggler and messenger who risked death traveling across occupied Poland on foot and by train. Joining Renia are other women who served as couriers, armed fighters, intelligence agents, and saboteurs, all who put their lives in mortal danger to carry out their missions. Batalion follows these women through the savage destruction of the ghettos, arrest and internment in Gestapo prisons and concentration camps, and for a lucky few—like Renia, who orchestrated her own audacious escape from a brutal Nazi jail—into the late 20th century and beyond. Powerful and inspiring, featuring twenty black-and-white photographs, The Light of Days is an unforgettable true tale of war, the fight for freedom, exceptional bravery, female friendship, and survival in the face of staggering odds. NPR's Best Books of 2021 National Jewish Book Award, 2021 Canadian Jewish Literary Award, 2021
Journey with author Judy Ingram as she relates the extraordinary life of her daughter, Nina. As the victim of a homicide, Nina's life was cut short in one tragic and senseless act, but this book is not about her death. The Brightest Star: The Story of a Light Shining through the Darkness is about the life Nina lived and the indelible impression she made on those who knew her. You will experience a profound change as you read this true story of God's love and will marvel at his ability to create an unforgettable legacy through the life of one girl. Ingram recounts those last days of Nina's life, the events surrounding her death, and the impact her murder had on the community who knew and loved her. She reminisces about the daughter she loved and candidly shares the emotions she experienced as her world was rocked by the loss of her daughter. Also included is a section devoted to the special memories and condolences friends and family sent as a tribute to Nina, The Brightest Star.
This young readers’ edition tells the remarkable story, largely forgotten until now, of the young Jewish women who became resistance fighters against the Nazis during World War II. It has already been optioned by Steven Spielberg for a major motion picture. As their communities were being destroyed, groups of Jewish women and teenage girls across Poland began transforming Jewish youth groups into resistance factions. These “ghetto girls” helped build systems of underground bunkers, paid off the Gestapo, and bombed German train lines. At the center of the book is eighteen-year-old Renia Kukielka, who traveled across her war-torn country as a weapons smuggler and messenger. Other women who joined the cause served as armed fighters, spies, and saboteurs, all risking their lives for their missions. Never before chronicled in full, this is the incredible account of the strong Jewish women who fought back against the seemingly unstoppable Nazi regime. It follows the women through arrests, internment, and for a lucky few, into the late 20th century and beyond. It also includes a section of black-and-white photos, so that readers can see firsthand the extraordinary women who bravely fought for their freedom in the face of overwhelming odds.
We all seek meaning and purpose in our lives, to know what truly lights us up, and to allow that light to illuminate our lives and our world. But, that takes time. And time is something our emailing, texting, Facebooking, Twittering, sharing-our-lives-in-140-characters-or-less culture has very little, well, time for. While technology is facilitating our discovery of ever faster ways of moving through our lives, and keeping us more connected than ever, we are actually experiencing less meaning and purpose in those connections; with our desire to know what truly lights us up often remaining unfulfilled. Balancing the reality of our 21st century lifestyle with this deep need for inner understanding, meaning and purpose is the challenge of our times. THE LIGHT IN YOUR POCKET: ILLUMINATE YOUR LIFE IN 140-CHARACTERS OR LESS was written to assist you with that balance. A unique collection of insightful quotes and mantras that reflect themes of spirituality, Oneness, community, nature, Divine energy, feminine power, joy, freedom, peace, compassion, forgiveness, self-esteem, letting go, receiving, creativity, gratitude, self-empowerment, being and love (based on the author's own life lessons and her work as a life coach, writer and speaker), are presented to inspire not only the social media generation, but everyone who could use a small word or a brief turn of a phrase, that just might be the spark to illuminate your own inner light of meaning and purpose for the life you truly desire. And, in so doing, help you discover the universally enduring truth that, in fact, the light in your pocket ... is YOU!
As a young journalist during the Red Scare of the early 1950s, Ted Polumbaum defied Congressional inquisitors and suffered the usual consequences--he was fired, blacklisted, and trailed by the FBI. Yet he survived with his integrity intact to build a new career as an intrepid photojournalist, covering some of the most critical struggles of the latter half of the 20th century. In this biography, written two decades after his death, his daughter introduces this quirky, accomplished, politically engaged family man of the "Greatest Generation," who was both of and ahead of his times. Polumbaum's fortitude, humor and optimism emerge, animated by the conscience of principled dissidence and social activism. His photography, with its unpretentious portrayals of the famous, the infamous, and the unsung heroes of humanity around the world, reflects his courage in the face of mass hysteria and his lifelong commitment to social justice.
Judy Leighton, pain and stress consultant, invites readers on her spiritual healing and adventure story, finding an unusual way out of the terrifying flashbacks of her life--and out of the darkness of feeling lost in overwhelming fear and painful memories. She relates how she was gloriously and quickly ushered into the sparkling and radiant sunshine of feeling new again. Seeking relief from the long-term pain of her flashbacks, she prayed and was led to develop a method that unexpectedly released her from these flashbacks in only ten days. Surprisingly, two weeks later, she also experienced a total remission from a serious and painful rare illness that, over seven months, had brought her close to death's door. Feeling completely loved and valued by God, she is now able to enjoy simple pleasures, show deep compassion, and make the healthiest choices. Her significant healing method--the Sunshine Method--can rapidly remove fear and pain from flashbacks. This method also aids in discovering personal, mental, and emotional traps, helping people see how to simultaneously untangle themselves from these interlocking traps and chains in order to find rapid release from them. The method also shows how to have a healthy self-worth now and includes a relaxing mental-exercise program. Judy's mission is to share her healing method to eliminate suffering. In this book, she provides more details about the Sunshine Method and shares stories and letters from some of the people she worked with individually, in groups, and through correspondence. She reveals how, with the Sunshine Method, ordinary days unfold into the extraordinary. In 1985, Judy developed the methodology to quickly release fear and pain from memories and the present. Since 1987, she has presented her method in medical centers and public seminars, with psychiatrist Dr. David A. Baron (former deputy director of the National Institute of Mental Health and currently professor, Department of Psychiatry, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California) as consultant. Judy's healing method continues to benefit people with serious illness, painful memories, physical pain, and addictions as well as those with the problems of stress and everyday life.
Dim Sum and other types of small dishes continue to be one of our hottest culinary trends. These tasty little treats--from dumplings and spring rolls to buns, noodles and mini cakes--allow diners to sample a wide variety of dishes as a snack or a full meal. Now, Judy Lew, author of the two bestselling books in the Quick & Easy series, shows readers that Dim Sum are not only fun to eat--they're fun and simple to prepare and serve as well. Lew begins with Basic Hints (if the formation of a dumpling seems difficult at first, try to shape it in an easier style, it will taste just as delicious) and Preparations (Basic Bun Dough); then goes on to offer 50 individual recipes, grouped according to type: Buns-Rolls, Black Bean Sauce Variations, Siu Mai Spring Rolls, Seafood, Meat, Rice-Noodles and Confectionary. She also covers essentials like how to make sweet and sour sauce, using a wok, steaming rice, making soup stock and preparing tea. The volume concludes with sections on menu planning, cooking methods, utensils and a glossary. Dim Sum Appetizers and Light Meals has been designed and packaged in the immediately-recognizable and user-friendly format of the Quick & Easy series. Each recipe is accompanied by a vivid color photograph of the finished dish, as well as photos showing ingredients and each step of the preparation. With its emphasis on simple, fresh seasonal ingredients, Quick & Easy Dim Sum Appetizers and Light Meals will appeal to cooks at all levels of experience who want to produce delicious meals for casual family dining or festive occasions.
In this book, she also shares case studies and testimonial letters showing some tough challenges people faced (such as suicide attempts, depression, and cancer) and how people greatly benefited from applying the Sunshine Method. More case studies and testimonial letters are included in Journey into Light: Experience the Sunshine Method, and readers are invited to read that book before this one. In this book, Judy broadens and deepens her explanations of how the Sunshine Method can rapidly remove fear and pain from memories and aid people in discovering and releasing themselves from mental and emotional trapsthe binds. Judy also includes fictional stories from her friend that illustrate key themes of the Sunshine Method in spiritually inviting and even lighthearted ways. The Sunshine Method silently works from the inside out on many fronts at once, helping people see how to untangle themselves from the many traps they are stuck insome they are not even aware of. This easy-to-apply method also shows how to have a healthy self-worth now and includes a relaxing mental-exercise program. Judys healing method benefits people with serious illness, painful memories, physical pain, and addictions as well as those with the problems of stress and everyday life. With the Sunshine Method, ordinary days unfold into the extraordinary. Books by Judy Leighton Journey into Light: Experience the Sunshine Method Whispers in the Wilderness: Finding Treasures of the Heart
The Language of Light is a venture into an alphabet of 24 symbols. This is an intergalactic language of the soul. Through the symbolic language in this book you will be encoded to awaken from your veiled deep sleep. You will be guided to open your eyes, heart, and mind to a vastly superior way of looking at an interconnected universality. It is through the eyes of spirit that we can begin to see a language of brotherhood emerge. This is a language we once knew and were familiar with. This is the language that your soul has been craving. Awaken the symbolic dance within your body for a new day is dawning.
Fans of Trisha Ashley, Jenny Colgan and Milly Johnson will love this irresistible and uplifting read in which two differing world views collide from much-loved and ever-popular author Judy Astley. You'll be hooked! 'Warm, funny, and unerringly true to life' - Katie Fforde 'A laugh out loud read' - Woman's Own 'Wickedly funny' - Daily Mail 'A lively laughter-packed riot of a story' - Heat 'I bought "Away From It All" on the spur of the moment and liked it so much that I will buy another Judy Astley title immediately.' -- ***** Reader review 'Great escapism' -- ***** Reader review 'A fun read' -- ***** Reader review *********************************************************************************** IS HER LIFE REALLY GOING THE WAY SHE WANTS IT TO? Alice has a scrupulously organised, comfortable life in West London with Noel - her second husband whose main ambition in life is to sharpen his golf handicap in time for retirement. But when her mother Jocelyn, residing in shabby splendour in a crumbling house on a clifftop in Cornwall, becomes ill, Alice and the family goes to look after her. What she finds there appals her: her glorious childhood home falling into decay. Noel, helpfully, thinks Jocelyn should offload the house ('She's sitting on a goldmine, you know') and move into sensible sheltered accommodation. But their children love the freedom and beauty that they discover in Cornwall, and Alice begins to wonder whether her chosen way of life is necessarily the right one . . .
While praying about "praying scripture," I felt the Lord speak to my heart "children need to learn and pray scripture as well." I have written prayers and proclamations from the Word, in rhyme and with colorful graphics as I believe it will be a fun and learning experience for children in concepts they can grasp. When you are praying the Word of God, how can you go wrong? I have walked with the Lord for 55 years now, and having raised a family, feel the Lord's leading me into new areas of service. I have always toyed with the idea of writing children's books, and now I feel is the right time. We all are called to "wait on the Lord," He has much to teach us while we wait! Dedication To my sweet children and grandchildren who support me in every way imaginable. I love you all more than I can say, how you bless my life!! Danica, David, Pamela, Ross, Jenna, Jake, Jarrett, Jaiden and Jacey
Judy DiGregorio's delightful new humor book, "Tidbits," is a collection of illustrated light verse and upbeat essays based on everyday situations. With her characteristic self-deprecating humor, Judy makes us smile, chuckle, and laugh out loud over the challenges of new technology, her waistline, and her efforts to stay in style. Family friendly, her humor appeals to all ages.
Were you ever taught by an ascended master who was your stand-in for a sex therapist? Were you ever romantically involved with a celebrity with whom you had a telepathic relationship, only to learn years later that this celebrity was just an alias and his true identity was that of an ascended master and your twin flame? And he is the ascended master predicted to come at the end of this age to establish heaven on earth and assist humanity in their evolutionary process by helping them remember who they really areGod incarnate and the Word was made flesh. I witnessed all this for it is my own personal story. The proof is in the experience. The truth is in my heart.
This new spiritual approach to physical health introduces us to a spiritual tradition that affirms the body and enables us to reconceive our bodies in a more positive light. Using Kabbalistic teachings and other Jewish traditions, it shows us how to be more responsible for our own spiritual and physical health. Each chapter explores the meaning of traditional Jewish prayers, providing a framework for new thinking about body, mind, and soul. Simple exercises and movements help our bodies "understand" prayer, and show how the body's energy centers correspond to the Kabbalistic concept of the ten divine "rays of light," the Sefirot. And meditations and visualizations allow us to further enhance our spiritual awareness. Using the structure of the Prayer Wheel, readers can move step by step toward wholeness of body, mind and spirit: ? Modeh Ani Awakening our body and our soul ? Mah Tovu Creating a temple for our soul ? Asher Yatzar Focusing on the gift of our body ? Bircat HaTorah Balancing our mind through the gift of Torah ? Elohai Neshamah Connecting with the soul using the Sefirot ? Elu D'varim Walking on a God-centered path Clearly illustrated with photos and diagrams to guide readers, this active, creative approach allows us to tap the power of the Jewish tradition?to awaken the body, balance the mind, and connect with the soul.
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