A study of survival at the edge of human experience, this book documents cases of extreme trauma and the factors that have allowed people to survive against all odds. The author argues that a sense of connection and of the interdependence of all things often gives people the extra strength they need to endure traumatic circumstances. Drawing on a wide range of personal examples and narratives by other authors, the book culminates with a consideration of how personal patterns of trauma and survival are also applicable to collective trauma and the survival of the world.
Lisa takes her daughters from Wiley Texas to visit relatives in Merriam Kansas. It started out a quick trip but quickly turns into a dramatic journey of a lifetime. A roller coaster of events and emotions as Lisa and the girls experience's life's lessons on what real love does... forgives, heals, reveals. When the unthinkable happens, we are in desperate need of stability. Hard times show us who really cares and Elisabeth is about to find that out. The ups and downs of family life help her weather the storm and appreciate the sunshine.
Karen F. Stein University of Rhode Island, Kingston, USA Rachel Carson is the twentieth century’s most significant environmentalist. Her books about the sea blend science and poetry as they invite readers to share her celebration of the ocean’s wonders. Silent Spring, her graphic and compelling exposé of the damage caused by the widespread aerial spraying of persistent organic pesticides such as DDT, opened our eyes to the interconnectedness of all living beings and the ecological systems we inhabit. Carson’s work challenges our belief that science and technology can control the natural world, asks us to recognize our place in the world around us, and inspires us to treat the earth respectfully. She calls us to rekindle our sense of wonder at nature’s power and beauty, and to tread lightly on the earth so that it will continue to sustain us and our descendants. This book guides readers on a journey through Carson’s life and work, considers Carson’s legacies, and points to some of the continuing challenges to sustainability. It provides a listing of resources for reading, learning, or teaching about the environment, about nature writing, and about Carson and the crucial issues she addressed.
Do not rely on people. it's great when encouraging but what happens when they flake out? Adversity builds INSTINCTS and whether social muscle or brain power, hard circumstances creates genius. Stronger, more capable of handling extreme upsets, surviving what comes at them--these are the champions. Promotion not from people, it comes from the Lord--this releases any need to suckup to the mob. The less you depend on people, the greater the anointing on your life. Cover design by Karen Kellock, Inside page by Blaze Goldburst
SHIFT HAPPENS: A MEMOIR IN SHORT STORIES is a compilation of short, to-the-point essays that take a look at a courageous, creative, and irreverent life. From Karen White: "In most of my stories I find myself humbled and perplexed by the world and my experiences. At times those experiences have got the better of me. Sometimes, though, I've found myself encouraged by the surprises that life sent my way.
What is that coming up in front of me? It looks like two big eyes staring into my soul. It frightens me...it is upon me, I have to react NOW! BAM! In an instant, my life was changed--FOREVER! Life has a way of presenting tragedy at the most inopportune times. In Karen Anderson's case, it came on a bright sunny day in the form of a tragic automobile accident. She was hit head-on by a large truck and her life was changed forever.There ensued a battle between God and Satan for her life. Who would win this battle? Her physical and emotional pain was throughout her body, excruciating headaches, memory loss, depression, and even suicidal thoughts became her constant companions. She wanted it to end one way of the other... This book is an inspiration to all.
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