A psychologist who evaluates the fitness of parents when their children have been removed from their custody finds herself reassessing her own mothering when her son falls victim to the opioid crisis. Psychologist and expert witness Dr. Sharon Lamb evaluates parents, particularly in high-stakes cases concerning the termination of parental rights. The conclusions she reaches can mean that some children are returned home from foster homes. Others are freed for adoption. Well-trained, Lamb generally can decide what’s in the best interests of the child. But when her son’s struggle with opioid addiction comes to light, she starts to doubt her right to make judgments about other mothers. As an expert, a professor, and a mother, Lamb gives voice to the near impossible standards demanded by a society prone to blame mothers when anything befalls their children. She describes vividly the plight of individual parents, mothers in particular, struggling with addiction and mental illness and trying to make stable homes for their kids amid the economic and emotional turmoil of their lives—all in the context of the opioid epidemic that has ravaged her home state of Vermont. In her office, during visits with their children, and in the family court, the parents we meet wait anxiously for Lamb’s verdict: Have they turned their lives around under child welfare’s watchful eye? Do they understand their children’s needs? In short, are they good enough? But what is good enough? Lamb turns that question on herself in the midst of her gradual realization of her son’s opioid addiction. Amazed at her own denial, feeling powerless to help him, Lamb confronts the heartache she can bring into the lives of others and her power to tear families apart.
The stereotype-laden message, delivered through clothes, music, books, and TV, is essentially a continuous plea for girls to put their energies into beauty products, shopping, fashion, and boys. This constant marketing, cheapening of relationships, absence of good women role models, and stereotyping and sexualization of girls is something that parents need to first understand before they can take action. Lamb and Brown teach parents how to understand these influences, give them guidance on how to talk to their daughters about these negative images, and provide the tools to help girls make positive choices about the way they are in the world. In the tradition of books like Reviving Ophelia, Odd Girl Out, Queen Bees and Wannabees that examine the world of girls, this book promises to not only spark debate but help parents to help their daughters.
For psychologists and psychotherapists, the notion of forgiveness has been enjoying a substantial vogue. For their patients, it holds the promise of "moving on" and healing emotional wounds. The forgiveness of others - and of one's self - would seem to offer the kind of peace that psychotherapy alone has never been able to provide. In this volume, psychologist Sharon Lamb and philosopher Jeffrie Murphy argue that forgiveness has been accepted as a therapeutic strategy without serious, critical examination. They intend this volume to be a closer, critical look at some of these questions: why is forgiveness so popular now? What exactly does it entail? When might it be appropriate for a therapist not to advise forgiveness? When is forgiveness in fact harmful? Lamb and Murphy have collected many previously-unpublished chapters by both philosophers and psychologists that examine what is at stake for those who are injured, those who injure them, and society in general when such a practice becomes commonplace. Some chapters offer cautionary tales about forgiveness therapy, while others paint complex portraits of the social, cultural, and philosophical factors that come into play with forgiveness. The value of this volume lies not only in its presentation of a nuanced view of this therapeutic trend, but also as a general critique of psychotherapy, and as a valuable testimony of the theoretical and practical possibilities in an interdisciplinary collaboration between philosophy and clinical psychology.
How would you like to dig into a treasure chest and be able to pull out the treasure you find? You can keep it forever. What if you found out that the treasure chest had no bottom to it? You can keep pulling out treasures day after day after day. You’ve hit the jackpot! That’s what you can do by studying the Bible, God’s Word. The author divided Jesus’ last days on earth into days of the week so families today could read the story of what happened to Jesus on the same day of the week it occurred. On Sunday, for example, you would read what happened to Jesus on Sunday. Since the Jewish day began at sundown, words like sundown, even, or evening meal were used as the criteria for determining when a new day began. Not wanting to miss any words in the four gospels, the author decided to combine each of the gospel stories into one combined story. By doing this, it soon became apparent that Jesus was actually crucified on Thursday. He followed all of the Jewish laws about Passover! He was crucified at the exact moment the priest was slaying the Passover lamb in the temple! He truly is Our Passover Lamb! At the end of the book are several Bible studies the author had written in the past, and she hopes you will enjoy them during your own Bible study.
Victory over a believer's carnal nature by total surrender of the will and that restores a covenant relationship with God. The cross is the only way to victory.
The Sheepfold: And uplifting book that transports the reader past their personal circumstance to a world of praise, and focuses on the Creator. Written as a personal journal, The Sheepfold is an enjoyable read for everyone. "It was a pleasure reading The Sheepfold as it brings out the joy of an intimate relationship with our God who loves us dearly. The book provides a contemplative look at the special passages of scripture which draw us closer to the Good Shepherd. While reading, I realized I was experiencing the heart of worship." Paul Weissenborn - Pastor of Church Life, River Oak Grace Community Church
At the turn of the 20th century, Sharons very existence was threatened by the collapse of the local iron industry as the towns economy and population began to decline. However, the popularity of automobile transportation and Sharons accessible distance from New York attracted a class of wealthy visitors who fell in love with the rolling hills and quiet valleys. This new weekend population purchased land and built stately country homes, reigniting interest in the area. Steady growth in construction provided much-needed work, and commerce began to thrive again. Early businesses expanded, and new operations opened. Local residents could shop at stores run by the Gillette brothers and A.R. Woodward, fill their tanks at Herman Middlebrooks gas station, and have their health care needs attended to by doctors at the state-of-the-art Sharon Hospital, built in 1916. Eastern Europeans became the towns newest residents, taking advantage of the affordable, cleared land to fuel a large number of highly successful farms. Sharons residents thrived as they reshaped their town, welcoming newcomers and nurturing a community of inclusion that lasts to the present day.
One woman’s impulsive foray into sheep herding provides an unexpected education in God’s shepherding love for His people. Sharon Niedzinski and her family never expected their lives to change so quickly. It all started with an unsolicited call from their realtor—their dream farm had come up for sale. A new life in an old farmhouse seemed like the perfect adventure. As Sharon fixed up the house, she looked at the green pastureland outside, and a new theme emerged: “New England Countryside.” She ordered a flock of white Columbia ewes to match the Waverly plaid wallpaper, matching curtains and blue carpet. She had no idea what she was in for... While dealing with orphan lambs, tail cuttings and foot rot, Sharon began to experience firsthand the amazing truths buried in the many Scriptures referencing God as our Shepherd. Through hilarious, heart-tugging stories, the author tells how those truths radically changed her life and brought her closer to our hard-working, sweat-stained, real-life Shepherd—Jesus.
Oui, Oui!" is the consensus of parents, children and teachers as they read about a little mixed poodle named Tiramisu. Author Sharon Leigh brings the flavor of France and the streets of Paris to this wonderful middle grade reader not only teaching manners, morals, and friendship but the language of our friends, the French. The story can be read in English and French and can aid in differentiated learning for K-6 as the reader is perfect for middle school and also excellent for story time in early grades. Included are games to increase vocabulary skills. Whether your school choice is private, public or home school get ready to meet one of the cutest dogs in town and you will be saying, "Merci," at the end!
This article reviews the suitability and performance of the several grades of stainless steel that have been used or consider for waste water treatment plant and identify guidelines that will assist the user to obtain the best result from the stainless steel selected for these plants.
This unique 365-day devotional infuses your daily Bible reading with deeper meaning, helping you develop the habit of looking for signs of Jesus woven throughout Scripture while meditating on the Bible with a chronological one-year reading plan. Jesus is the very essence of the Scriptures. The Old Testament points to Him and the New Testament reveals Him. If we look for Him, we will find Him on every page and in every story. When reading through the lens of Jesus, we find purpose in the Old Testament sacrifices; pictures of our Savior in the rejection and heartache of Joseph; a future hope pointing directly to Christ in the sweet love story of Ruth and Boaz; and meaning to even the deepest sorrows in Job. This daily devotional will help you learn to recognize Jesus written on every page of God's story. Come along on a journey that will... * guide you in reading the entire Bible, chronologically, in one year * help you see connections to Jesus throughout the Old Testament * deepen your understanding of the themes of Scripture * inspire you with 365 daily devotions to strengthen your love for Jesus and intensify your appreciation for God's Word Jesus, Day by Day will bring renewed life to your devotional time as you learn to recognize God's plan of love, mercy, and grace woven through every page of Scripture.
One woman’s impulsive foray into sheep herding provides an unexpected education in God’s shepherding love for His people. Sharon Niedzinski and her family never expected their lives to change so quickly. It all started with an unsolicited call from their realtor—their dream farm had come up for sale. A new life in an old farmhouse seemed like the perfect adventure. As Sharon fixed up the house, she looked at the green pastureland outside, and a new theme emerged: “New England Countryside.” She ordered a flock of white Columbia ewes to match the Waverly plaid wallpaper, matching curtains and blue carpet. She had no idea what she was in for... While dealing with orphan lambs, tail cuttings and foot rot, Sharon began to experience firsthand the amazing truths buried in the many Scriptures referencing God as our Shepherd. Through hilarious, heart-tugging stories, the author tells how those truths radically changed her life and brought her closer to our hard-working, sweat-stained, real-life Shepherd—Jesus.
For the fi rst time in his fourteen years, Michael wondered if God existed. It was easy believing when the world surrounding him was bright and beautiful. It was easy when he was with family and friends. Then his grandfather sent him on a quest. A quest to fi nd his father at the battlefront. Michael fi nds himself surrounded by danger and bleakness on the way to war. He knew he needed to be strong as he collected the pieces of the full armor of God. The full armor of God would protect him when he reached his father and fought with him. Can Michael do it? Can he gather the pieces of God’s armor in time? Will the temptation to run away be too great to overcome? Will the new friends he makes on his quest be able to help him in battle? Will his faith in the True King be enough to see him through his trials? Although Michael’s story takes place long ago and far away, it is an important reminder that we need to face each day cloaked in the full armor of God. Ephesians 6: 13-18
Based on B.E.S. popular and authoritative The New Food Lover's Companion, this enlarged and enhanced reference volume was written for discerning home chefs and everybody else who wants to become more knowledgeable about good food and elegant dining. This second edition has been updated with new information to reflect the way we eat in today's world. The authors have taken into account our healthier lifestyles and more diverse palates to include: More than 500 new listings, including entries relating to Indian and Southeast Asian ingredients, plus expanded coverage of South American, Hispanic, and Middle Eastern cuisines Updated information for hundreds of existing entries A blood alcohol concentration chart for men and women An extensive breakdown of food labels and nutritional facts Department of Agriculture recommendations for a 2,000 calorie per day food plan More than 7200 entries plus line art are included in this seminal work. Miniature glossaries are interspersed throughout the text. Sidebar features throughout the book offer quick tips on food purchases, as well as Fast Facts and advice on preparation, serving, and dining. Handy appendices cover many topics including suggestions for substituting recipe ingredients, a microwave oven conversion chart, recommended safe cooking temperatures for meats and fish, and much more! The deluxe hardcover binding with dust jacket includes a ribbon place marker and golden-tipped page edges, making this gorgeous book as much a showpiece as it is an indispensable reference.
As a strawberry-blonde, freckle-faced girl, I was fortunate to model for the famous illustrator Norman Rockwell, and later I was scouted by Oleg Cassini to model his fashion designs in Manhattan, New York. My French father, a VP of a Madison Avenue advertising agency, knew the world of modeling. He took me away, traveling and dining in the finest restaurants, as he did not want me to be in that world. When I had a family of my own, I continued the tradition of fine cuisine, as I had developed discriminating tastes. I rolled up my sleeves and began my cooking journey. The first cookbook I read was Gourmet Techniques of French Cooking by Louis Diat, who was a chef and teacher at the Ritz Carlton in Paris. I was hooked. As the Great Dane from Copenhagen and I, the Little Turtle, cooked side by side, I was brought back to my Swedish/Danish heritage from my mother's side, Kemp/Johansson. On my father's side, my French heritage started in 1607 on the Bailhe' family vineyard in Gaillac, near Toulouse in the southern Basque region. The story of The Great Dane and Little Turtle is about creating a new life. For a life with no love is like a harp with no strings. Come along as Little Turtle's life begins to fall into place like a fairytale as she finds her way back to love, in one of the greatest love stories ever told.
Make the most of your Dutch oven with over 70 slow-cooked recipes for one-pot meals that are easy, delicious, and comforting—for the holidays and beyond. Home cooks know the Dutch oven is the original slow cooker and the most versatile pot in the kitchen—whether the model is well-used, a garage-sale find, or the latest luxe beauty from Le Creuset. From savory meals and sweet desserts to soups, stews, and pot roasts, the Dutch oven is your go-to kitchen essential for cooking comforting one-pot meals. In this companion to their successful Cast Iron Skillet Cookbook, James Beard protégé Sharon Kramis and longtime chef Julie Kramis Hearne offer more than 70 easy-to-prepare recipes for all occasions, including: • Rotisserie Chicken Noodle Soup • Braised Greens with Smoked Sausage • Moroccan Chicken and Pasta Bake • Pork Loin Braised in Milk • Lamb with Lemon, Oranges, and Green Olives • Beef Stew with Parsley Dumplings • Lemon Cake Pudding with Blueberries • Roasted Red Pears • Toasted Almond and Apricot Bread Pudding Featuring full-color photographs and comprehensive tips on how to select and care for your Dutch oven, this flavorful collection of recipes will inspire you to make full use of the best pot in your kitchen.
The style and content of this cookbook are designed to appeal to the interests of those readers about the churches the author has found to have a special history in the United States. In selecting the menus, recipes and correct table manners a special emphasis has been placed on the southern African-Americans food preparation methods And selections. In no way, will the menus or recipes recommended. The cookbook has been written for entertainment of the resourceful cooks.
The spiritual journey continues for Hannah, Meg, Mara and Charissa, the characters we met in the bestselling book Sensible Shoes. Sometimes life feels like two steps forward and one step back. Find your own spiritual journey reflected in the lives of these women and discover the way forward.
Create authentic Chinese dishes in your Instant Pot There's nothing quite like the taste of authentic Chinese food, but making it at home can feel intimidating. Enter the Instant Pot. This cookbook features the most comprehensive collection of Chinese recipes adapted to this magnificent multi-cooker so you can say goodbye to takeout and hello to delicious Chinese meals made at home with the push of a button. What sets this Asian cookbook apart from other Instant Pot cookbooks: Chinese kitchen 101—Build out your Chinese pantry, and learn how to use your Instant Pot to steam, braise, pressure cook, simmer, and stew. Time-saving recipes—Cook flavorful Chinese dishes that traditionally take hours in a fraction of the time using your Instant Pot. These simplified recipes also feature minimal, easy-to-find ingredients. Precise pressure cooking—Whip up tasty Chinese meals that are never over or undercooked with info on how long it will take to build and release pressure. Make mouthwatering Chinese meals that don't take a lot of effort using the Instant Pot Chinese Cookbook.
There's something special about slow-cooked meals - whether it's the smell of a stew bubbling away on the stove, or the sight of a succulent joint of meat roasting to tender perfection in the oven, they're always well worth the wait and can be so simple to prepare. In this new collection of their favourite slow-cooking recipes, the experts at Good Food magazine have gathered together easy-to-make stews, casseroles and roasts as well as wonderfully rich chutneys, cakes and puddings - all triple-tested so you know they'll work first time. With each recipe accompanied by nutritional information and colour photography, you can cook dish after delicious dish with complete confidence.
A lawyer and storyteller presents an international collection of folklore--from ancient Greece, Morocco, Germany, China, and Ireland--that provides revealing insights into our conception of justice, crime and punishment, and other legal issues. 30,000 first printing. IP.
Sharon Terry tells the story of her family's struggle to escape poverty at the end of the Great Depression and how she became a registered nurse, married, divorced, remarried happily for forty years, raised four successful sons and overcame two separate cancers and two heart attacks. She was the youngest member of a family of seven children. Her beloved father died when she was nine years old, leaving her mother desperately providing for and holding together her family. Sharon describes her small town life in southern Indiana and her life as a teenager on a large farm outside the small Indiana farm community of Poseyville. Leaving southern Indiana for Indianapolis, she attends nurses training, works hard and frolics some, becoming a registered nurse. She marries and then discovers the sorrows of her failed marriage and her difficulties and joys raising three young boys as a single parent. Then she entered her happy, forty year marriage to her second husband. They move to Carmel, Indiana, where she has her fourth son. She recounts how the new family bonded, how the sons were educated and given tough love, became successful, married and produced eight grandchildren. She describes how she coped with two cancers and two heart attacks, showing the same strength, endurance, courage and good nature that her mother earlier showed through years of near poverty. Finally, she introduces the grandchildren and shows that there will be a future and that it will be good.
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