No matter what life throws at'cha, you just keep on in spite of, baby!" That's the philosophy of the Mississippi Delta's very own Vivian Jewel Jones, a.k.a. Ms. Viv. A loving grandmother, neighbor, and friend, she is known in her community for her beautiful, feisty spirit and her delicious strawberry seven-up cake. She is a strong Christian woman who truly loves The Lord, but she is very down to earth-she loves rap music, professional wrestling, and can still get down on the dance floor. Ms. Viv is a rock of stability with a genuine love for others, always generous with words of encouragement and prayers when they are facing challenges. But when an unexpected tragedy tests her faith in The Lord, will she be able to follow her own advice? Life, Love, and Strawberry Seven-Up Cake is an uplifting and inspirational story that will make you laugh, touch your heart, and encourage you to think about what is most important in life. Through Ms. Viv's testimony, we are reminded that nothing is ever promised, so it is best to find joy in life, live for the moment, and most importantly, trust in The Lord.
He's no celebrity, he's no superhero he's simply Bret George Douglas, a humble-hearted soul who can testify that dreams do come true. It can be said that Bret has it made; he is happily married to his college sweetheart, he has three beautiful children, and he enjoys his job as a kindergarten teacher. However, to achieve his dreams and goals, Bret not only stepped out of his comfort zone, but also stepped out on faith, ultimately leaving his hometown of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and residing in Culver City, California. Throughout his journey, Bret never forgot what brought him to the dance: his family, his friends, and most importantly, his relationship with God. An uplifting and heartwarming novel, Simply Bret narrates the story of how Bret's dreams became reality. Sharing encouraging and humorous anecdotes, this Christian-based novel reminds us that while life presents many "unexpectancies," they are part of the journey, especially when all that you have dreamed about has come to fruition.
What if I told you that your child could make phone calls and text without paying for a cell phone plan? Did you know that you could save 50%% on your next flight? All financial saving books and speakers have one thing in common, as they want you to save your money for later in life. My belief is that with certain disciplines, you can save for the future while also enjoying the luxuries of the present. This book will guide you in how to keep the same spending habits, but provide you with ways to save on what you buy, while teaching you how to buy. I am assured that you have heard some of the techniques in this book, but I believe that there are a few that you'll find new and highly beneficial. Anyone can cut costs by not spending money on the things they want, but what fun is that? Employ a few of these tips into your yearly spending, and enjoy the financial freedom to live the way you want, within the budget you already have.
Fourteen of Derby County's biggest names reflect on their most memorable games during their career with the club. Jim Bullions, Reg Harrison, Johnny Morris, Bert Mozley, Keith Havenhand, Dave Mackay, Steve Powell, Roger Davies, Peter Daniel, Kevin Wilson, Phil Gee, Marco Gabbiadini, Michael Johnson and Darren Moore recall their most memorable matches, including epic league matches and cup successes both domestically and in Europe. It starts in 1946 with Bullions on the FA Cup Final, while the final chapter features Moore's memories of the 2007 play-off win. Match of My Life is an evocative and absorbing look back at some of the great moments in the history of Derby County.Key features- Part of the popular and successful Match of My Life series which features a number of football clubs- Features fourteen of Derby County's greatest names, reflecting on their most memorable match for the club- Also details those players' cherished memories from their time with the club, the players they played with and the managers they served- Includes contemporary and historic images from the legendary matches covered- Written by respected football writer and author Nick Johnson, who has written a number of books on football and Derby County
Master your virtual environment with the ultimate vSphere guide Mastering VMware vSphere 6.7 is the fully updated edition of the bestselling guide to VMware's virtualization solution. With comprehensive coverage of this industry-leading toolset, this book acts as an informative guide and valuable reference. Step-by-step instruction walks you through installation, configuration, operation, security processes, and much more as you conquer the management and automation of your virtual environment. Written by certified VMware vExperts, this indispensable guide provides hands-on instruction and detailed conceptual explanations, anchored by practical applications and real-world examples. This book is the ultimate guide to vSphere, helping administrators master their virtual environment. Learn to: Install, configure, and manage the vCenter Server components Leverage the Support Tools to provide maintenance and updates Create and configure virtual networks, storage devices, and virtual machines Implement the latest features to ensure compatibility and flexibility Manage resource allocation and utilization to meet application needs Monitor infrastructure performance and availability Automate and orchestrate routine administrative tasks Mastering VMware vSphere 6.7 is what you need to stay up-to-date on VMware's industry-leading software for the virtualized datacenter.
ABOUT THE BOOK Professional athletes often dazzle sports fans with their on-field heroics or entertain them with larger-than-life personalities outside the stadium. Relatively few are able to do both, but former Cincinnati Bengals (current New England Patriots) wide receiver Chad Ochocinco has proven to be the exception to the rule. Since entering the NFL in 2001 (when he was known as Chad Johnson), Ochocinco has been one of the top receiving threats in the league. From 2003 to 2007, he embarked on a remarkably productive and consistent run, starting every Bengals game and averaging 92 catches, 1374 receiving yards and nine touchdowns per season. He made the Pro Bowl five straight times, becoming one of the biggest reasons for supporters of the once moribund Cincinnati franchise to finally have some hope. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK Ochocinco saw playing time as a rookie in 2001 but only became a regular in the starting lineup during Week 3 of the 2002 season. He racked up 1,166 receiving yards in his second NFL season, setting a record for a first or second-year Bengals player, but that was just a teaser for what awaited Cincinnati fans in 2003. In his third campaign, Ochocinco lived up to the time-honored tradition of third-year receivers breaking out by hauling in 90 passes for 10 touchdowns and leading the AFC with 1,355 receiving yards. Even more was in store the following two seasons, with Ochocinco breaking his own team record for receiving yards twice in a row. Then in 2006, he became the first Bengal ever to lead the NFL in that category, edging out the Colts’ Marvin Harrison by just three yards. Not coincidentally, the Bengals began to shed their laughingstock image. The arrival of quarterback Carson Palmer and running back Rudi Johnson to go with Ochocinco and Houshmandzadeh gave Cincinnati a full compliment of offensive weapons, and the foursome helped lead the Bengals to their division title and playoff appearance in 15 years in 2005. At the same time, Ochocinco’s reputation for the flamboyant was developing at full speed. Some of his most memorable (and sometimes controversial) moments include... Buy a copy to keep reading!
This publication sets out a comprehensive review of tree root biology and covers a broad range of practical issues that need to be considered in order to grow trees successfully in our towns and cities and to realise the significant benefits they provide in built environments. Topics covered include: soil condition and roots; improving tree root growth in urban soils; water supply and drought amelioration for amenity trees; coping with soil contamination; protecting trees during excavation and good trenching practice; control of damage to tree roots on construction sites; tree root damage to buildings and pavements, sewers, drains and pipes; research needs and sustainability issues.
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