God’s plan is often not the plan we have for ourselves. What do you do when God leads you from stability into the unknown? When destiny is calling, do you answer? And how much will it cost you?
How much influence did notable wives have on the leading commanders in British military history? These women tend to be disregarded but, as Trina Beckett demonstrates in this revealing and thought-provoking study, their influence has often been profound. Taking examples from the eighteenth century to the Second World War, she uncovers a hidden dimension in the rise to prominence of some of Britains most famous soldiers and documents a series of fascinating relationships between powerful men and equally powerful women.Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough, and Dorothy, Countess Haig are perhaps the most famous examples of wives who played important roles in their husbands brilliant careers. However, sometimes the lives of leading commanders would be hindered as well as helped by their wives. Paulina Wood proved such a disastrous hostess that she almost destroyed the career of Sir Evelyn Wood, and Lord Roberts reputation for jobbery owed much to his wife Noras constant interference in appointments.Trina Becketts perceptive and absorbing case studies reveal much about the women whose lives she portrays and the contribution they made to their distinguished husbands military careers.
Are you someone who is struggling with anxiety? Are you trapped in the world of legalism and trying to break free? Do you feel alone, unworthy, or rejected? Do you feel that no one really loves you for you? Maybe you are a caregiver struggling to hold on to your sanity and who you once were? In my book, It’s Not Just You, It Was Me Too!, I talk about all of this and more. I share with you how I learned to live “with” and sometimes even above my anxiety. I explain how I was able break free from the confines of legalism. I tell you all about the truths that I’ve learned that helped me to get to where I am now and how I am able to get through each new day with renewed hope. I share with you the fact that you are most definitely not alone in your struggles, thoughts, and feelings—that I have struggled too. Most importantly, I share with you the solid truth about how you can know beyond any doubt that you are loved beyond measure, worthy, and accepted just the way that you are. As you read through the pages that I’ve written, I share my secrets with you about the following: How I have learned to live “with” anxiety and not be crushed beneath it My life journey under legalism and how I broke free from it My time as a caregiver, what I went through, and how you are not alone Things I did wrong as a parent and what I got right Tips for healthy relationships It is my heart’s desire that by the time you get to the end of my book, you will realize just how much you are loved! I pray that you will see you are not alone in your feelings of unworthiness; of being unloved and rejected; of anxiousness, anger, and bitterness; and in your feelings of helplessness—that it was me too.
God’s plan is often not the plan we have for ourselves. What do you do when God leads you from stability into the unknown? When destiny is calling, do you answer? And how much will it cost you?
Weatherford was settled in the 1850s, when the pioneers and Indians came for its rich soil and water sources. The mark of fame for Weatherford is the Goodnight-Loving Trail, which was driven by two cattle drivers, Charles Goodnight and Oliver Loving. Charles Goodnight, who was killed in an Indian attack, is buried in Weatherford, and a historical marker is placed at his grave in the historic Greenwood Cemetery. Cotton and watermelon were the popular industries, and watermelon festivals still bring crowds to the Courthouse Square. Over 150 images highlight Weatherford's historic town square buildings, the courthouse, homes, and cemeteries. Take a journey back into the 1800s with this photographic walking tour from the Courthouse Square to far and away. These images will bring back to life how Weatherford was built, how it survived, and the pioneers who kept its rich history alive.
A look at the wild Irish women throughout history from the ancient warrior queens Morrigan, Macha, and Badbh, to the labor-movement maven Mother Jones. The women in Wild Irish Roses are not always nice girls or even good girls. However, they are women with backbones of steel who know how to get things done, whether on the battlefield or in the bedroom. These are women who preserved and handed down the old stories. They are women who fought in revolutions with either gun or pen, wrote books, starred in books others wrote, and stormed heaven itself. Author Trina Robbins is an impeccable researcher whose knack for telling stories and embellishing them with engaging illustrations and photos, brings each of these Wild Irish Roses to life, including:Maeve and six other warrior queensGrania and Deirdre, who ran away from kings for the love of younger menFive women who turned themselves into birds to get the job done rightSaint Brigit and the saintly Kathleen O’SheaCultural revivalist Maude Gonne and friendsIrish American beauty roses, including Scarlett O’HaraAnd warriors in their own right, such as Mother Jones and company Wild Irish Roses is a celebration of tough, independent, beautiful Irish women from myth to modernity. It’s a book that is sure to entertain, inform, and inspire readers of every background to find the Irish rose in themselves—to discover what they want and have the courage to go out and get it.
The story takes place in medieval times, were a young princess meets and falls in love with a young knight, They are forced apart not only by the class rules but also by war. King Louis one of the richest rulers in the world has been wanting to get his hands on her for years. He'll do anything to get what he wants. This book is full of Adventure, Betrayle, Honor, danger, Dragons, Wizards, and other creatures, Will the two lovers in up together? Will William die in battle? Will King Louis get Victoria to forget William and Marry him? Will true love win over. Societial Ideas! Maybe!
Writing My Face is a whimsical collection of poetry that draws attention to the moments, thoughts, and words that are not easily recognized and rarely ever spoken. It takes a deeper look at what's on the inside and plunges beyond what is visible and obvious. The poems are written around the personal experiences of the author fused with her own unique style for capturing messages, "written on a face". Stroud believes that a look, gesture, or reaction can tell a story with greater depth and emphasis than verbal communication. Her passion and zeal for life is unmistakable as she captures some of the most intense moments in life through her lyrical words. Stroud shares her vulnerability with such introspective reflections that through every word, she demonstrates that the defining moments in life, whether good, bad, or indifferent, create emotions and feelings that encompass the wonderful, individual, and unique human spirit of who we are. By interweaving positive messages throughout her poems, Stroud "writes what she means and means what she's lived". She motivates, encourages, and lifts up anyone who is ready to reveal his or her true self to the world.
What happens when you finally marry the man you fell head over heels with and soon discover that he has been unfaithful not once, but twice and still striving to overcome! After experiencing such devastation, you are soon bombarded with questions like, Is my fairy-tale wedding over? Did I not hear the voice of God clearly? Did I use this method of marriage as a defense to comfort my fears and doubts, or did I marry the wrong man? For surely, the man whom I love and who loves me will never bring harm to me. Every marriage is unique and designed with a specific purpose and plan. Despite religion, race, or creed, marriages can sometimes be uncertain. Where there are couples that enter into this union strictly for love, others may come together under different circumstances. And when you are genuinely in love, despite any offense, you cannot just turn the switch on and off because love is everlasting. With this element, both individuals can conquer the world, even the sin of adultery! With the brutal pains and agony of adultery, everyone has a breaking point! Oh, how I wished I could have turned back the hands of time. Had I known how destructive this spirit was, I could have planned and prepared for it, but one can never predict life to be sweet without the bitterness of war. But it wasnt until I married my husband that I found that he was not my enemy, and this spirit was indeed an intruder. Did I run and hide? No! I pulled up my sleeves like an old-fashioned woman would and joined him in this battle. From start to finish, we have invested in this marriage and built this relationship on a sacred foundation. Why would I just hand my marriage over? The modern womans evolution is to pack her belongings and dont look back. She is strong and independent, but I am that kind of woman who has embraced the stamina to stay and who is willing to go beyond the vows.
In this irreverent tribute to mythological "bad girls" from around the world, Robbins tells 20 enjoyable tales of goddesses who sleep with dwarves, slip drugs into drinks, get even, and generally raise hell. 40 illustrations.
For this reason, He sent his word; and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction. Psalm107: 20 A person can never determine if something or someone is destructive unless there is something to compare it to. Destruction means to injure, harm, or wound. I did not understand how rapidly I was destroying my life and became a threat to my very own soul. Virtually living on the edge as if there was nothing in my future to look forward to. Without the proper guidance and affirmative action, I had become reckless and slowly but surely degrading the core of positive values that existed in my upbringing. Not noticing that the trials of life can at times change a rational person to one that is capable of destroying everything and everyone in their reach. Destructive behaviors can be derived from negative experiences and oftentimes prey on the fears of life causing a sense of insecurity. This insecurity caused me to seek attention in all the wrong places and in all the wrong people. When we lack guidance and self-control our flesh has the potential to creatively destroy that, which is dear to us such as our family, friends and relationships and most importantly, jeopardizing our spiritual walk.
Irresistible helps women focus their energy and experience true love. Women know what they want: love, peace, and joy. The challenge is, no one has figured out how to get it. With today’s technology, information, and communication, it seems that finding true love would be easy, as easy as walking into a jewelry store and choosing a diamond. Unfortunately, most women’s search for love feels more like digging in a coal mine: dark, messy, and frustrating. The wrong relationship seems to find and attach itself time after time, leaving the heart empty and soul angry. In Irresistible, life coach and pastor Trina Petersen uses wisdom gained from personal experience and guiding others through the Four Cs of Love to lay out a workable and proven plan that works, if women work it. Discover how you can experience a relationship that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations—and find true love!
Yes, Chicagoland is an odd place. But the word is out that Megan, Raf, and Raf's talking dog Bradley are the team to go to when weirder things than usual start happening. Their Chicagoland Detective Agency takes danger in hand (and paw) to find a mysteriously missing puppy and an even more mysterious pack of dogs that only shows up once a month. Bradley's nose knows from the start that this is more than a simple case of stray pets . . . and a whole lot more than a stray case of full-moon transmogrification! Will high tech and haikus be enough to save them from the world's worst case of doggy breath?
Yes, Chicagoland is an odd place. But the word is out that Megan, Raf, and Raf's talking dog Bradley are the team to go to when weirder things than usual start happening. Their Chicagoland Detective Agency takes danger in hand (and paw) to find a mysteriously missing puppy and an even more mysterious pack of dogs that only shows up once a month. Bradley's nose knows from the start that this is more than a simple case of stray pets...and a whole lot more than a stray case of full-moon transmogrification! Will high tech and haikus be enough to save them from the world's worst case of doggy breath?
When Megan, Raf, and talking dog Bradley get their first real case, they find themselves tracking a puppy that is not as adorable as it seems, and trying to end an ancient curse.
JACK BEAN was an adventurous kid with quick wit and a seemingly fearless attitude. Things take a turn for the worst when this sometimes bossy yet mischievous kid and his friends Jamie and Matt make a dangerous decision at the infamous Great Museum. In the small town of Ellerehc, the Great Museum is all the rave, but what happens on that fateful night inevitably changes the course of Jack's life forever. Years later, the choices he and his wife Mercy made while attending The University of Doomsburg, end up having an adverse effect on their future, and the future of their seven children: thirteen-year-old Mia, eleven-year-old Mitchell, eight-and-a-half-year-old Matthew, seven-year-old Halley, six-year-old identical twins David and Andrew, and four-year-old little Mary. The Beans weren't very wealthy but found richness in having a loving family. When Mercy's wicked sister Pigadamus and her family come to stay with the Beans, the esteem of the entire family is hit hard. With the Beans eldest daughter being much like her soft-hearted mother, the kids finally reached their breaking point. While being equipped with special and amazing powers, Mia and the rest of the Bean clan feel the need to turn away from their parents teachings to be passive citizens in the town where Betty Evilly and her family rule. When Mia's arch-nemesis Betty discovers a secret buried deep within the Nimba Mountains of Liberia, more havoc and adventure quickly ensues. The kids overwhelming desire to use their extraordinary powers against their enemies lead them into a world of fantasy, intrigue, and danger; a world known as Dreamecca where the impossible becomes possible. With the evil King Logicome in their way, the kids only hope of survival is to combine their strengths and get a little help from their newfound friends in this magical land.
And So She Writes... is a magnificent and powerful collection of poems for every soul and every mood. Trina Danette Stroud has created a poetic diary, expressed in her own voice and form about self-identity, self-worth, self-confidence, dreams, love, and life. Behind each poem is a story with a sense of purpose--always believe in yourself, stand up for what you believe, never give up, and know when to fight. Stroud eloquently and elegantly captures one woman's fight to persevere no matter what life casts her way. This body of work showcases an incredible integrity that only comes from having a determination to defy the odds and succeed. And So She Writes... is a poetic journey, which can be likened to a piece of coal that is transformed into a rare and precious diamond. Her message, her voice, and her poetry will inspire you...! Stroud says triumphantly, "It is not what life has done to you that makes the difference, it is what you do with your life that tells the real story.
Your separation from the others to whom you are bound has caused disturbing tremors in our knowledge. The ties are stretched thin now. If they were to break . . ." It's been months since Zania Corthinn was taken captive in the elven kingdom of Maneset by the sorcerer Rhodnic, and she has given up hoping for escape. Then she receives a startling message, one that both gives her hope and makes her fearful for the friends who were forced to leave her behind. Now with the help of her fellow captives, Prince Brylent, Yvan and Lune, Zania must make one last effort to destroy Rhodnic's power. But even if they can escape, what will they find waiting for them when they return home? Return to Dawn is Trina L. Talma's fourth book in the adventures of Zania Corthinn, and the conclusion of the trilogy begun with River's End and The Throne of the Sun.
Trina Shahbaz was born and grew up in Afghanistan, where her father worked as a high-ranking government official. When she was fifteen, her parents sent her to the United States to continue her education at Emma Williard, an all-girls boarding school in Troy, New York. In this poignant coming-of-age memoir, Trina takes the reader along with her on the many paths of her odyssey--from her beloved homeland to an alien culture, from childhood and a large loving family to young adulthood, from the embrace of a close-knit family to foreign classrooms and dorm rooms where her fellow students knew little of her Afghan roots. As she adjusts to her new life, Trina endures intense homesickness, a demanding educational system, and at times, mocking classmates. Yet this is also a time of great self-discovery, academic enlightenment, and rewarding friendships. She finds strength in the wisdom of her culture, expressed through the words of Farsi poets. While growing up, her beloved father often quoted excerpts from these writings to his daughter to arm her with insight and courage as she faced life's challenges. Trina skillfully weaves these ballads, poems, and religious texts into her story, connecting her journey through adolescence at Emma Willard to the age-old knowledge of her ancient culture. In The Faint Ringing of a Caravan Bell, Trina reaches deep into her heart to share her pain and joy with the reader, ultimately overcoming the obstacles and embracing her future. ~ All net proceeds from book sales will be donated to Foundation for the Educational Development of Afghans in Afghanistan (FEDAA.org), whose vision is that every Afghan be educated to thrive, inspire, and unite.
In 2012, over four billion people tuned in to watch the London Summer Olympics. As the single largest mega-event in the world, the Olympics has the power to captivate the global imagination. Long before athletes vie for a gold medal, however, competition between cities eager to host the Games kicks off with a rigorous bid process. The lengthy and expensive endeavor to host the Olympics is as high-stakes as any sporting event. Rather than encouraging cities to refrain from bidding, Bidding for Development takes a policy approach that challenges stakeholders to bid responsibly and strategically in pursuit of concrete outcomes. Every bid city has the potential to accelerate long-term transportation development through a strategic and robust planning process. This book concentrates on the phenomenon of repeat Olympic bids and the opportunities that may come from bidding, particularly for those cities that never win the Games. In this context, Bidding for Development explores the intersection between transportation infrastructure development, the Olympic bid process, and the resulting legacies experienced by bid losers. The findings address the central question: how can participating in the Olympic bid process accelerate transportation development regardless of the bid result? In response, this book presents a Bid Framework outlining how and when cities may use the bid to unite resources, align transportation priorities, and empower leaders to achieve urban development objectives in preparation for the Olympic bid. The Bid Framework is then applied to two case studies, Manchester and Istanbul, to examine each bid loser's effectiveness in using the bid process to catalyze transportation development. Concurrently, the book takes into consideration how the International Olympic Committee’s evolving bid regulations and requirements relate to urban development and positive social legacy. Bidding for Development delivers actionable recommendations for all Olympic stakeholders to improve the value of the bid process and transportation benefits beyond the Games.
The award-winning, platinum selling rapper, songwriter, and television personality shares her unforgettable story of coming of age in Miami, her inevitable rise to stardom, and her enduring legacy as a Hip-Hop Icon. Growing up in the Liberty City area of Miami, Florida, Katrina “Trina” Taylor spent her childhood feeling relatively sheltered by her mother and stepfather. Trina and her mother had an unbreakable bond and Liberty City felt like a playground made just for her. And even at a young age, Trina knew what she wanted: to be a powerful, successful, and magnetic woman, a woman who was entirely self-reliant and independent. She dreamed of becoming a dancer, sexy and sparkling in the background of rap music videos she saw being filmed around Liberty City. Little did she know, she’d eventually be the star of the videos, and a founding Queen of rap. In Da Baddest, Trina’s voice is, as always, powerful, insightful, witty, and provocative, while also showcasing her vulnerability and deep love for her family, home, and music. This evocative look into Trina’s upbringing and life as a rap icon proves why she is the blueprint, how she helped pave the way for the future of female rappers and hip-hop artists, and why no one but her can hold the title of “The Baddest B*tch.”
I am presenting my story of how I left the Christian church, studied different religions, joined a cult (The Hebrew Israelites), and traveled across the world in search of spiritual truth only to find out that the Kingdom of God is within me. When I was a child, attendance at church was mandatory. While at church I felt myself suffocating, like someone was sapping the life out of me. When I became old enough to make decisions for myself I knew I would leave the Christian religion. I would be the first one in my family to openly acknowledge that I did not believe in Jesus Christ. I thought leaving Christianity meant that my family could possibly disown me, but later on in my journey I found out that was not the case. I figured out at an early age that I did not have to be a Christian to know God. This book is about my journey to find God, the people I encountered along the way and how I came to finally understand the Universal God that exists in all of us.
Only two who are truly destined for one another will find a way to stitch together the ragged edges of their souls and become complete. Shaun has been perpetually unlucky in love. None of the women he meets are his mate...but that doesn't stop him from finding enjoyment with those he becomes close to. All that changes on the day he meets Meeghan Nicholson, a new deputy for the town of Stonepass. Shaun recognises that the feisty black-haired beauty is the one he's been searching for all his life. So it's a shame that the woman hates him on first sight. Now a man who's always been known to speak before he thinks must sweet talk his way into his mate's arms. Meeghan is tired of men who think that because she's a woman they can get her to do whatever they want. Her body might soften at Shaun Colfer's seductive touch, but she refuses to let her heart succumb to the sneaky shifter. Can Meeghan calm Shaun's tempestuousness? Can Shaun crack the shell surrounding Meeghan's heart? It just might work...but only with a mate's touch.
This book is about a transformation in my life. The book is basically different chapters of my life. Chapters one talks about struggles about life. It talks about who I am as a person. Chapter two on the other hand talks about decision making between God and devil. It talks about challenges in my life. Lastly, chapter three talks about acceptance of who I am. A happier life and I have faced all the struggles already.
(ages 7 - 9) The "Abby and Tess Pet-Sitters" series features third-grader Abby, an aspiring veterinarian who goes into the pet-sitting business with her sister, Tess. In Lizards Don't Wear Lip Gloss, Abby and Tess think they are ready for the challenge of looking after Angus, a lizard that hisses and bites. But when this master of camouflage disappears, Abby is quick to blame Tess. Can the sisters find a way to work together before Angus's owner returns?
Tells the life story of Florence Nightingale, the English nurse who reformed military hospitals during the Crimean War and became the founder of modern nursing. Written in graphic-novel format.
Let's face it - the high technology field is dominated by men. Many women don't even consider it as an option when making their career choices. Yet this severely handicaps their future economic and career potential. Read this book and shape your future! You will meet some amazing women who have pursued high technology careers, the challenges they faced and the impact they are having on the world around them. You will learn the top 10 reasons to consider a career in high technology and skills you need to enter the field.
Trina Gulliver is indisputably the finest ladies' darts player in the world. With an amazing seven consecutive Lakeside Ladies' World Championsship titles under her belt, this inspirational woman can lay claim to being the most phenomenal player of all time. But it hasn't always been a victorious check-outs for this Warwickshire girl. Qualifying as a joiner at the age of nineteen, Trina soon set up her own business and had her first taste of making it in what has traditionally been a man's world. Her calm head, keen eye and steady hand proved to be useful skills in this trade - and would prove priceless when stepped up to the oche as a professional player. Always a lover of the game, Trina held her first 'arrow' at the age of two, and after some success later in the Warwickshire County side she went full-time as a professional player. Without any sponsorship in her first year, she struggled to make ends meet as she drove all over Europe to play. But her determination to get to the top saw her make it to number ten in the world, and she finally hit the bullseye in the form of a sponsor. Twelve months later she was number one - where she remains to this day. Fiercely passionate about her sport, Trina has long been an outspoken critic of the prize money in the women's game compared to the men's, and has done sterling work in helping to raise the profile of the ladies' game. Professional to the core, Trina works as hard as the top male players on her game, and is a role model to women in the sport. Golden Girl is the story of a woman whose talent, grit and determination saw her realise her dream. Heart-warming and inspirational, this book will appeal to darts lovers and anyone interested in a story of success against the odds.
This original volume examines the collaboration between East Timorese and international staff in the rebuilding of the education sector during the United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) 1999-2002. Using interviews, contemporary newspaper articles and reports from UN sources and the World Bank, the book enables a comprehensive analysis of Timorese agency. Examining choices made by the Timorese and drawing comparison with other former Portuguese colonies, the text considers the power of the Timorese elite, the role of nepotism and corruption, the preservation of the Indonesian curriculum and the selection of Portuguese as the medium of instruction and official language - together with Tetum. Concluding with a contemporary discussion on the educational achievements for East Timorese children during UNTAET compared with those of today, Rebuilding the Education Sector in East Timor during UNTAET will be of interest to academics, researchers and post-graduate students in the fields of post-conflict studies, post-colonial education and language policy as well as East Timor more specifically. This book will also benefit graduate students and scholars in teacher education. Trina Supit completed her PhD at the University of Sydney, Australia. She was a member of the UNTAET Division of Education.
A unique biblical and practical approach to uncluttering our internal thoughts and feelings. We all want our lives to change for the better–to become the healthiest versions of ourselves in spirit, soul, and body. Yet we still struggle. Author Trina McNeilly, looking for order in her own life, embarked on an inward journey to the home of her heart and soul to find healing and health from the inside out. Unclutter Your Soul is for all of us who are cluttered and overwhelmed with loss, fear, chronic stress, unhealthy coping mechanisms, crippling depression, or anxiety. With the Holy Spirit as our guide, Trina says we can learn to observe: acknowledge the clutter, own: make space for a healthy internal environment, and overcome: take action with tools for living clutter-free from the inside out. Each chapter in these three sections is written as an essay and concludes with practical and soulful tips as well as prompts to put them into action. With discussion questions and a prayer guide, Unclutter Your Soul is the ultimate resource for finding freedom in our everyday lives by releasing limited mindsets and creating more space for peace and joy.
Thank you for visiting our website. Would you like to provide feedback on how we could improve your experience?
This site does not use any third party cookies with one exception — it uses cookies from Google to deliver its services and to analyze traffic.Learn More.