Every child eventually asks, “Is Santa REAL?” Now, there is an answer based on Biblical and historical truth that will renew the faith of both children and adults alike, providing a Christian understanding of who the real St. Nicholas was/is and our responsibility to carry on his mission of giving, to be his hands and feet in the world, the same way it’s our responsibility to carry on Jesus’ mission and act as his hands and feet in the world. It enables parents to say, “Yes, Santa is real, but there’s more to the story. Are you ready to be part of the story?” Join Peter as he finds Santa and the truth behind the myth and traditions. Meet Saint Nicholas, a leader of the faith whose devotion to Jesus created a legacy that continues to touch and inspire our lives and Christmas celebrations today. This story is an enlightening and entertaining addition to every family’s festivities, helping ease the transition in belief about Santa and bridging the gap between popular tradition and Christian faith.
Every child eventually asks, “Is Santa REAL?” Now, there is an answer based on Biblical and historical truth that will renew the faith of both children and adults alike, providing a Christian understanding of who the real St. Nicholas was/is and our responsibility to carry on his mission of giving, to be his hands and feet in the world, the same way it’s our responsibility to carry on Jesus’ mission and act as his hands and feet in the world. It enables parents to say, “Yes, Santa is real, but there’s more to the story. Are you ready to be part of the story?” Join Peter as he finds Santa and the truth behind the myth and traditions. Meet Saint Nicholas, a leader of the faith whose devotion to Jesus created a legacy that continues to touch and inspire our lives and Christmas celebrations today. This story is an enlightening and entertaining addition to every family’s festivities, helping ease the transition in belief about Santa and bridging the gap between popular tradition and Christian faith.
This book, More Than A Housewife, is not only excerpts of Vicki Gunvalson's life while growing up... the hurdles she had to get over, such as a disease that could have taken her life, but it is also a collection of experiences she's had while trying to transform herself from a once stay-at-home mom to a full-fledged entrepreneur. There have been many obstacles along the way while working toward increasing her business and she shares with the readers just how she got past and began breaking away from the fears of true success. Within the book, she explains how she found her purpose which led her to understand better, the directions she should take. This information, about purpose and direction, can help those with similar questions of their own. Do you want to know what your purpose in life is? Will you know what to do once you find it? Though there may be different paths to explore, there is still a common thread between you and Vicki. Regardless if you're a single mom or dad, a person looking for a new career or just want to learn some of the things Vicki went through to attain an affluent level of existence, buy her book, More Than A Housewife, and explore the possibilities that may have eluded you.
Realtor-turned-sleuth Darby Farr arrives in the Big Apple and finds big trouble: her boyfriend Miles Porter is a suspect in the brutal stabbing of a Russian businessman. Setting out to prove his innocence, Darby discovers that Central Park Place—the luxury residence where Miles lives—is a hotbed of wealthy tenants with well-guarded secrets. One of them is Natalia Kazakova, a billionaire's daughter and the victim's not-so-distraught fiancée, whose investigative journalism has caught the attention of Russia's shadowy security agency. With the looming threat of Soviet-era spies and a long list of rich and devious suspects, Darby must work fast to stop a killer who knows no bounds. Praise: "[A] twisty mystery, plenty of suspects and a touch of romance."—Kirkus Reviews "[W]ell-crafted...the reader will feel compelled to keep turning the pages before reaching the final revelations."—Publishers Weekly "A fun afternoon mystery read."—Suspense Magazine
A new examination of the history of ceramic art, spanning ancient to modern times, emphasizing its traditions, materials, and methods of making Concise but comprehensive, Ceramic Art brings together the voices of art historians, conservators, and artists to tell the history of making art from fired clay. The story spans history and continents, examining the global traditions of ceramists that range from pre-Columbian Peruvian artisans to contemporary African studio potters. The volume shows how human need gave rise to multiple traditions in earthenware, stoneware, porcelain, glaze, and surface decoration from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. Essays describe the core materials and practice of ceramics, followed by consideration of its production, consumption, and use. Throughout, the focus is on the power of materials and the role conservation plays in the afterlife of a ceramic object. An accessible introduction to an ancient practice, Ceramic Art offers new ways of thinking about the broader forces that have shaped the traditions of the medium.
When Darby Farr's assistant, E.T., learns that his sister, Selena, has suddenly (and suspiciously) died in her hot tub, Darby and E.T. travel to Selena's magnificent vineyard estate nestled in the heart of California wine country. There, Darby discovers that Selena was entertaining offers from three different prospective buyers—each one of whom is desperate to be the new owner of the winery. As a saboteur wreaks havoc on the property, Darby risks her life to crack the case and close the sale in a valley ripe with jealousy, greed, and danger. Book 3 in the Darby Farr Mystery series Praise: "[Darby Farr] goes West, and it's wild all the way."—Portland Press Herald "Darby's third appearance is just the property for those who want a fast, entertaining read with a diverse cast and appealing setting."—Library Journal "Darby's third enlarges on her love life and real-estate skills while providing a complex mystery."—Kirkus Reviews "Sexy, savvy, and entertaining."—Julia Spencer-Fleming, author of One Was a Soldier "Real estate brings real trouble to this smart and savvy heroine."—Hank Phillippi Ryan, Anthony, Agatha, and Macavity Award-winning author "Doudera masterfully uses the backdrop of high-stakes realty as a great setting for a murder mystery."—Bangor Daily News
This book provides a vivid portrait of how the lives of poor people are affected by the judicial system. Drawing from ethnographic observations, court decisions, and other materials, Poor Justice brings readers inside the courts, telling the story through the words and actions of the judges, lawyers, and ordinary people who populate it.
The relationship among the federal government, the states, and parents with regard to education is increasingly dysfunctional. Parental control over their children's education has gained impressive momentum in recent years at the state level. Meanwhile, states have been increasingly willing to relinquish sovereignty over education in exchange for more federal dollars. Failure would help bring clarity to these issues by examining whether students and the country better off after 30 years with the Department of Education and suggesting alternatives to an ever-expanding federal education bureaucracy. Part I would begin by examining the development of the current Department of Education, including the legislation that gave rise to it, and the pressure groups that have shaped it. Additional chapters would examine related issues including the arguments for and against the creation of a national education department, its origin, current structure, spending, and growth over time. Part II would examine the results to date against the education department's own standards. These include overall student achievement nationally before and after the advent of the Department of Education as well as international comparisons of U.S. student achievement. Outcomes of some of the largest Department of Education programs would also be considered in this section, along with some of the lesser-known department programs and initiatives. Part III would examine truly federal alternatives to the current tug-of-war between the national and state governments in light of the growing parental-choice movement. Included in this section would be chapters examining a strict-constitutionalist model, which denies any federal authority in education. Another alternative model examined would be the National Bureau of Education model, inspired by the original 1867 precursor to the current Department of Education, whose primary mission was to serve as a repository of information so schools nationwide could emulate best practices. In addition, this section would seek to include cross-country comparisons of education systems of top-performing Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries.
Jimmy Stewart was at the forefront of the struggle for civil rights in Oklahoma for almost a half century. Among his many great qualitites were integrity and a passion for equality. As a national leader of the NAACP, he played a major role in developing local, state, and national civil rights policies. He headed the NAACP in Oklahoma City during tumultous times of school desegregation and integration.
North Carolina’s hills are a crazy quilt of old farmsteads and new beginnings, of locals, strangers, artists, and new age wanderers….Here Elizabeth Goodweather has made her life, a still-young widow who moves easily between the gentrified world of Asheville and old-timers in their hollows. But when a flamboyant performance artist is murdered, and Elizabeth learns the amazing history of a magnificent piece of folk art, she gets caught between her two worlds–and in the middle of an agonizing mystery. A young woman, taking her artwork to the breaking point, has brought a history of unexplained deaths and dangerous liaisons into Elizabeth’s life. Courted by an ex-cop, trying to protect her love-struck nephew, Elizabeth knows that danger has entered her peaceful world. But she can’t guess how deadly the threat is–nor how masterfully a killer can hide....
Multimillion-dollar listings, hefty commissions, and cutthroat deals are the name of the game for Kyle Cameron, south Florida's stylish and driven star broker. But her fast-track life ends abruptly when she is fatally stabbed at an open house. Suspicious of the cops' haste in blaming the infamous "Kondo Killer," real estate agent Darby Farr puts her sharp instincts to work. Along with a disputed listing worth a cool forty million, Kyle had a shocking secret—one that could've sealed her violent fate. Suspects include Kyle's estranged suicidal husband; her ex-lover, a ruthless billionaire developer; and his resentful, politically ambitious wife. And Darby's investigating puts her at the top of the killer's hit list. Praise: "A touch of romance, a hint of danger and a mystery that keeps you guessing spice Darby's second case."—Kirkus Reviews "Diverting...cozy fans with an interest in high-end real estate will be satisfied."—Publishers Weekly "This is a good, southern mystery! Colorful characters abound and mysteries keep you guessing!"—Suspense Magazine "Doudera has created an interesting and likeable character in Darby Farr, whom we'll surely meet again."—Portland Press Herald "Doudera masterfully uses the backdrop of high-stakes realty as a great setting for a murder mystery."—Bangor Daily News "Sexy, savvy, and entertaining."—Julia Spencer-Fleming, author of One Was a Soldier "Readers beware: though the setting is sunny, there's a twist around every corner."—Hank Phillippi Ryan, Anthony, Agatha and Macavity Award-winning author
How do you Create a Happy Healthy Baby? With joy, happiness, and fun! So how do you achieve that in this modern world? By creating a happy, healthy you with natural therapy techniques to help you relax and prepare yourself emotionally and physically for birth. There are many choices to be made as you prepare to give birth, such as: What foods are best for you and your baby? Where will you give birth and how? What can you expect in labor? What are your options and where do you go for assistance? Creating Happy Healthy Babies will help you understand the options available so you can make informed decisions that best suit you and your baby. Based on my extensive experience as a midwife, natural therapist, and mother, this is a compilation of the techniques, remedies, and therapies I and my clients have found most beneficial. Regardless of how you choose to have your baby, the therapies suggested in this book, such as reflexology, NET, psychosomatic therapy, Kahuna massage, acupressure, Su-Jok, phytonutrients, aromatherapy, herbal remedies, and relaxation techniques may be of help. Enjoy this book. I encourage you to ask questions, explore, and research.
Darby Farr, a real estate agent and amateur detective, returns to her home town for a wedding when it is discovered that the local police chief's assistant has been found dead under mysterious circumstances and the chief calls on Darby for help in finding the killer.
Because one of the most enjoyable ways to collect new ideas is to see what other creative people are doing. Southern Living Holiday Homes takes you on an armchair tour of houses across the South. You'll find hundreds of ideas for splendid decorations and see some of the best the region has to offer.
Packed with discussion questions, activities, suggested references, selected readings, and many other features that speak directly to students and library professionals, Gregory's Collection Development and Management for 21st Century Library Collections is a comprehensive handbook.
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