The bad news: suicide is a large and growing public health problem. Human beings are the only creatures in the natural world that can suffer from a hopelessness so deep that suicide seems like the only relief from the anguish. Human beings are also the only species that fall prey to chemical dependence and an associated downward spiral of mental health that can end in suicide. This book presents the stories of individuals struggling with terminal illness, grief, alcoholism, prison, drug addiction, compulsive gambling, PTSD, depression, and abuse (including cyberbullying). All of these individuals find themselves at a decision point where they must choose to find a way to Survive or take their own life through Suicide. Almost everyone has fleeting thoughts of suicide at least once during their lifetime. Most people do not want to discuss their thoughts of suicide with anyone for fear of being negatively judged or labeled by others. The good news: the vast majority of people with suicidal thoughts can be treated with therapy and/or medication. This book is intended to be a reference guide with information about depression, alcoholism, addiction, and associated therapy avenues.
The benefits of a strong grandchild/grandparent relationship include learning about their family history and experiencing unconditional love. Research indicates that grandchildren who have had quality contacts with their grandparents through their early years have overall better social development and strong emotional growth into adulthood. Furthermore, grandparents that regularly spend quality time with their grandchildren report that their overall well-being improves. It’s really that simple. Join the adventures of grandchildren Madi, Jaina, and Riley as they put a little spin on traditional grandchild/grandparent interactions. The granddaughters make the moments really count when they visit their Papa Trouble in northern Wisconsin. They “teach” Papa Trouble new games, how to use his cell phone. and even how to enjoy the Internet. They “learn” so much about life from Papa Trouble through games, joint projects, solving riddles. and endless questions. This book includes several ideas and templates for grandchildren and grandparents to adapt to their own situations. About the Author Marge J. Brantmeyer is an accountant and business consultant by education and experience. She currently resides in Wisconsin with her husband. She has three grown sons, three daughters-in-law, three precious granddaughters, and a new grandson, all of whom inspire her to share her life perspectives through writing. Though she does not consider herself an accomplished author, Marge was compelled to put these grandchildren stories in writing for her family and friends. Brantmeyer is also the author of A Grandchild’s Guide to Finding Bigfoot, an adventure story where the three granddaughters Madi, Riley, and Jaina try to help their Papa Trouble find evidence of Bigfoot in northern Wisconsin; They Were Children Then, the non-fiction story of the closing of Holy Name Seminary in Madison, Wisconsin; and The Choice: S.O.S. Survive or Suicide, a self-help book for sufferers of depression, alcoholism, addiction, and grief.
About the Book Papa Trouble believes in the legend of Bigfoot (aka Sasquatch). His three granddaughters want to believe in the existence of Bigfoot. Madi, the eldest granddaughter, solicits her sister Riley and cousin Jaina to join a pursuit to find evidence of the elusive creature. The granddaughters’ search for evidence takes them in and out of the woods and in and out of Papa’s “classroom.” Madi coordinates their investigation, under their Papa’s ever-watchful eyes. Papa’s insight and teachings are generously mixed with his unique sense of humor. A Grandchild’s Guide to Finding Bigfoot follows the granddaughters’ adventures as they learn about Bigfoot history, safety in the woods and science, sprinkled with “fun facts,” riddles, and a few lessons in German. About the Author Marge J. Brantmeyer is an accountant and business consultant by education and experience. She currently resides in Wisconsin with her husband. She has three grown sons, three daughters-in-law, and three precious granddaughters, all of whom inspire her to share her life perspectives through writing. Though she does not consider herself an accomplished author, Marge was compelled to put this grandchild’s adventure story in writing for her family and friends. She is also the author of They Were Children Then, the non-fiction story of the closing of Holy Name Seminary in Madison, Wisconsin and also The Choice: S.O.S. Survive or Suicide, a self-help book for sufferers of depression, alcoholism, addiction, and grief.
The benefits of a strong grandchild/grandparent relationship include learning about their family history and experiencing unconditional love. Research indicates that grandchildren who have had quality contacts with their grandparents through their early years have overall better social development and strong emotional growth into adulthood. Furthermore, grandparents that regularly spend quality time with their grandchildren report that their overall well-being improves. It’s really that simple. Join the adventures of grandchildren Madi, Jaina, and Riley as they put a little spin on traditional grandchild/grandparent interactions. The granddaughters make the moments really count when they visit their Papa Trouble in northern Wisconsin. They “teach” Papa Trouble new games, how to use his cell phone. and even how to enjoy the Internet. They “learn” so much about life from Papa Trouble through games, joint projects, solving riddles. and endless questions. This book includes several ideas and templates for grandchildren and grandparents to adapt to their own situations. About the Author Marge J. Brantmeyer is an accountant and business consultant by education and experience. She currently resides in Wisconsin with her husband. She has three grown sons, three daughters-in-law, three precious granddaughters, and a new grandson, all of whom inspire her to share her life perspectives through writing. Though she does not consider herself an accomplished author, Marge was compelled to put these grandchildren stories in writing for her family and friends. Brantmeyer is also the author of A Grandchild’s Guide to Finding Bigfoot, an adventure story where the three granddaughters Madi, Riley, and Jaina try to help their Papa Trouble find evidence of Bigfoot in northern Wisconsin; They Were Children Then, the non-fiction story of the closing of Holy Name Seminary in Madison, Wisconsin; and The Choice: S.O.S. Survive or Suicide, a self-help book for sufferers of depression, alcoholism, addiction, and grief.
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