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How to Bake: The Art and Science of Baking by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: The Art and Science of Baking by Dennis Weaver May 23, 2012 78132 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.
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The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 23 by Open Bible Matthew The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 23 by Open Bible Matthew May 23, 2012 1317 words Read a sample
Chapter 23 of Matthew from the Open Bible, a simple easy to understand translation, produced to enable anyone to create their own Bible video and audio recordings etc without any legal restrictions. In chapter 23 Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for many of their hypocritical practices.
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How to be a Journalist 2.0: Being A News Reporter, Covering General News, News Sources, Life On The Road by david stephenson How to be a Journalist 2.0: Being A News Reporter, Covering General News, News Sources, Life On The Road by david stephenson May 23, 2012 5846 words Read a sample
How to be a Journalist 2.0 is the second in a series of practical books from a working journalist. In each book, there are straight-forward tips which will make you a better journalist, from someone who is working as a Fleet Street writer and editor. These books are aimed at new, and student journalists.
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David Stephenson (1961-) is an Australian journalist and novelist who lives in London. He works as the TV Editor on the Sunday Express newspaper. He has written several books, including How to Succeed in Newspaper Journalism, and Dead Air, a comedy thriller. His most recently published work is How To Be A Journalist series, published on Kindle. You can also download the first three chapters of his new crime series, Bondi Detective. The second part of Bondi Detective is available on Amazon.
Few Things to Know About Lawn Edger by Mery Johnson Few Things to Know About Lawn Edger by Mery Johnson May 23, 2012 370 words Read a sample
Ground reinforcement is a method of stabilizing unpaved surfaces of which various methods have been available in Australia, Currently our Sure pave product is one of the most thoughtfully designed solutions available. It ensures a stable, firm surface at a fraction of the cost of hard scape such as bitumen or concrete.
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We here at Deane’s have gone to great lengths to ensure that snow or shine, there is always fun to be had at our snow resort. Our years of experience ensure you have as great a time as you possibly can on your snow holiday.
Foi et Islam by Mavlânâ Khâlid-i Baghdâdî Foi et Islam by Mavlânâ Khâlid-i Baghdâdî May 23, 2012 47181 words Read a sample
Dans ce livre, écrit par Hadrat Mavlana Halid-i Baghdadi,le grand wali et l’un des grands savants de l’Islam, vécu pendant la règne de Sultan Mahmud Khan et intitulé “I’tikadnama”, on explique les “ cinq conditions de l’Islam “et “six conditions de la foi”, essentielles de l’İslam.
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La traduction du livre “I’tikadnâma” s’achève ici. Hadji Fayzullah Effendi, le traducteur, est de région de Kamâh d’Erzincan. Il était professeur, au médéressa, à Söke. Il mourut en 1323 de l’Hégire [en 1905]. L’auteur de ce livre, Hadrat Mavlâna hâlid-i Baghdâdî Osmânî “kuddisa sirruh” était né en 1192 de l’Hégire dans la ville shehrezour, au nord de Baghdad, et il mourut en 1242 [en 1826] à Damas. Comme il était un descendant de Osmân-ı Zinnûreyn (le troisième calife de Raçoûlullâh), on l’appela Osmânî. Pendant qu’il faisait lire à son frère Mavlânâ Mahmûd Sahib, dans le livre de “Imâm-ı Navavî” intitulé “Hadith-i Arbain”, le second Hadîth qui est célèbre sous le nom de “Hadith-i djibril”, Mavlânâ Sâhib demanda à son frère aîné d’écrire ce hadîth en l’expliquant. Hadrat Mavlânâ Hâlid-i Baghdâdî “rahmatullahi aleih” pour satisfaire son frère, homme de grande élévation d’âme, accepta cette proposition et commenta ce hadîth en persan. Cette commentation a été publiée sous le nom d’“I’tikâdnâma”.
Jamaican Dinners Chicken and Fish, Beef and Stews (Organic Popular Cuisines by MiQuel M. Samuels Jamaican Dinners Chicken and Fish, Beef and Stews (Organic Popular Cuisines by MiQuel M. Samuels May 22, 2012 1749 words Read a sample
By my experience, your cooking will smell awesome. And your neighbors will wonder where that great aroma is coming from. It’s to the recipes from the cookbook: “JAMAICAN DINNERS”. In this book, there are recipes for Curried Chicken, Fricassee Chicken, the best deep Fried Chicken, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Peppered Steak, , Rice and Peas, Stewed Peas, Escovitch Fish, and Exotic Caribbean Foods etc
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Hi world, my name is MiQuel Marvin Samuels. I have always said, “I am a man of the arts”. I write, cook, draw, design, and sing, I am computer literate and I do business for a living; I am a photographer, and I love philosophy. This art of works I am about to introduce to you are years of dedicated love in passion. The method has a mixture of modern and old technologies. Take a glance through my eyes. And be a part of my heart. Be apart!
The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 22 by Open Bible Matthew The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 22 by Open Bible Matthew May 22, 2012 1305 words Read a sample
Chapter 22 of Matthew from the Open Bible, a simple easy to understand translation, produced to enable anyone to create their own Bible video and audio recordings etc without any legal restrictions.Chapter 22 includes the parable of the king arranging the wedding for his son,"Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's" and Jesus explaining that to love God with all your heart is the greatest commandment.
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From Admissions to Graduation: Real Advice for the New Student by Donte Sharpe From Admissions to Graduation: Real Advice for the New Student by Donte Sharpe May 22, 2012 4839 words Read a sample
If you was like me when you first went to college, you didn't have a course of action through school or know what to do when you get into college. These are just some tips from experience that I want to share to help that student who just don't know what to do.
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How to Buy & Sell Gold - The Quick & Dirty Guide to Flipping Scrap Gold For Massive Profits .. Starting Tonight! by Matt Wallace How to Buy & Sell Gold - The Quick & Dirty Guide to Flipping Scrap Gold For Massive Profits .. Starting Tonight! by Matt Wallace May 22, 2012 8947 words Read a sample
How to Buy & Sell Gold : The Quick & Dirty Guide to Flipping Scrap Gold for Massive Profits .. Starting Tonight! is a conversational step-by-step guide to getting a gold-flipping business started right away. Inside you'll discover why buying scrap gold is a great business, the minimal equipment you'll need, promoting your business, how to flip the gold & get paid, and more!
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Den Fria Marknaden har snart gjort 99% av oss utfattiga (Swedish/Svenska) by Hakan Anderberg Den Fria Marknaden har snart gjort 99% av oss utfattiga (Swedish/Svenska) by Hakan Anderberg May 22, 2012 76692 words Read a sample
Om inget annat så visade den ekonomiska krisen 2008 hur nära vi är en ekonomisk kollaps av det system vi alla lider under idag. Det system som kallas den ”fria marknaden”. Boken visar hur vi kommit dit vi är med början för 100 år sedan med en viss Edward Bernays som skapade en ny politisk idé byggd på att styra människors irrationella känslor så de blev lyckliga och lugna genom konsumtion.
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Participatory Networks: The Library as Conversation by R. David Lankes Participatory Networks: The Library as Conversation by R. David Lankes May 21, 2012 13230 words Read a sample
Knowledge is created through conversation. Conversations can take place between friends and colleagues in the “here and now.” But, they can also take place over centuries, with the participants changing but the theme remaining the same, and the conversation being recorded in thousands of artifacts, like books, pictures, and digital files. In many conversations users need sophisticated processes to
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R. David Lankes is a professor and Dean’s Scholar for the New Librarianship at Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies, the director of the library science program for the school and director of the Information Institute of Syracuse. His book, The Atlas of New Librarianship won the 2012 ABC-CLIO/Greenwood Award for the Best Book in Library Literature. Lankes is a passionate advocate for librarians and their essential role in today’s society.
Finding Best Winter Ski Holiday Resort by Mery Johnson Finding Best Winter Ski Holiday Resort by Mery Johnson May 21, 2012 408 words Read a sample
We here at Deane’s have gone to great lengths to ensure that snow or shine, there is always fun to be had at our snow resort. Our years of experience ensure you have as great a time as you possibly can on your snow holiday.
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We here at Deane’s have gone to great lengths to ensure that snow or shine, there is always fun to be had at our snow resort. Our years of experience ensure you have as great a time as you possibly can on your snow holiday.
The Adventures of Lightning the Cat: The Battle of the Tomato by Teresa Garcia The Adventures of Lightning the Cat: The Battle of the Tomato by Teresa Garcia May 21, 2012 1719 words Read a sample
Lightning the Cat has a very important job, to ensure the household runs smoothly. But sometimes, he just can't help a little mischief, especially if a tomato is involved. Join Lightning as his series of short stories starts rolling. Ah, it's a cat's life...
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Teresa Garcia is a 30-something mother of two children with special needs, raising them "alone" in the small mountain town of McCloud, CA. Just because she is on her own though, does not mean that she is "alone." Many thanks are due to the McCloud Community Resource Center, to her brother and his family, and her mother, for all their help. When not drowning in university coursework for her International Relations degree, and chained to the computer, she loves to text role play with her long distance mate Vadise, write stories, hike, paint, meditate, and play games or read with her kids. She also writes quests for, and helps to maintain, the online browser-based RPG Dragon Hearts. She was raised in another mountain community, which she visits as often as she can spare time and gas, though not nearly often enough for her wishes. Her parents always encouraged her writing and artistic talents. In 2005, she decided to pick up the dream of writing and publishing a novel once more, having shelved that (and the "Shadow Chronicles" manuscript) in her early college years due to the time constraints of motherhood at the time. In 2006 she released to the public her first novel in the "Dragon Shaman" series, "Taming the Blowing Wind," and has since published a second book in the series and a poetry book. Currently Teresa has several manuscripts to work on, such as her "Dragon Shaman" series of novels and her current favorite serialized story, "Selkies' Skins." Her personal blog is located at http//rainstardragon.livejournal.com
The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 21 by Open Bible Matthew The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 21 by Open Bible Matthew May 21, 2012 1620 words Read a sample
Chapter 21 of Matthew from the Open Bible, a simple easy to understand translation, produced to enable anyone to create their own Bible video and audio recordings etc without any legal restrictions. Chapter 21 includes the accounts of the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem by Jesus, and Jesus overturning the tables of the money-changers in the Temple.
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How to Bake: Chocolate by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: Chocolate by Dennis Weaver May 21, 2012 7359 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.
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How to Bake: The Sweeteners by Dennis Weaver How to Bake: The Sweeteners by Dennis Weaver May 21, 2012 8316 words Read a sample
Hi, I’m Dennis Weaver and I would like to share my baking book with you, How to Bake. It’s free. It’s illustrated. It’s the most comprehensive downloadable home baking guide you'll ever see.If you study the material in this book, you won’t just be a better baker; you’ll be an expert baker. Save it, print it, add it to your kitchen library.
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Quick Reads: Seeing Red by Ed Rehkopf Quick Reads: Seeing Red by Ed Rehkopf May 21, 2012 1555 words Read a sample
Learning patience at stoplights.
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Ed Rehkopf is a retired hospitality veteran. During his long and varied career, he has managed two historic university-owned hotels, managed at a four-star desert resort, directed operations for a regional hotel chain, opened two golf and country clubs, worked in golf course development, and launched a portal web site for the private club industry.
Love entanglement by Jean-Nichol Dufour Love entanglement by Jean-Nichol Dufour May 21, 2012 91214 words Read a sample
This is part 3 of a 10 books suite. Here I will describe how I see love and sexuality. I will defend true love while waging war to any other view. I will explain what normality in sexuality is, and what is abnormal.
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A fresh new author, straight from the intellectually acclaimed X generation, there to answer all your questions. From the beginning of life to the end of the universe, nothing escapes his vision, but only the best can follow his steps, so prepare your view of life for the test. You can abandon, you can reject, you can fight, you can forget but you already passed the finish line of innocence so it is too late to play impudence. Now is the time to separate lies from truth, evil from good, strength from weakness. My presence here as an author has nothing to do with personal gain, I’m here to reveal this reality and give you the option to live or die. Whatever it is today or tomorrow, your world will never be the same after me (humility don’t pay in this reality). As for my life, I sometimes think I’m a monk, but you will probably find me a better name after reading some of my writings. I’m a Quebecker living in Quebec City, French, so my English surely won’t be academically perfect. Not much running around the planet and no expertise, I think I was born revolted as I passed my whole life from 10 years old (the farthest I can remember) revolted and thinking about changing the world. Apart from a moment in the army and at school, as soon as I became adult, I started making actual projects for a different reality. Writing is the only way I found to express my mind, and today, at 37, and I’m proud of my work. I hope you’ll appreciate it, because I believe it is the only possibility for humanity to ascend at the next step of its evolution, more than that, I believe my conclusions are the only way for humanity to still have potential in 100 years, whatever scientists say, and again; sorry for my lack of humility. One facet of the suite of books I wrote is to make the demonstration that the present reality will fail for many logical and spiritual reasons. That’s why, in the first chapter of the first book, I’ll try to get rid of those readers I can guess will automatically go for personal attacks as soon as I’ll describe what I don’t like of the present reality. However, I don’t want my multiple warnings to deter those who want a fresh view of life, that’s why I’ll say to go for the title that interest you the most; if you want to read about how a person can be revolted against the world, then read “Revolted” if you want a different view of the mind then read “The seat of my mind” if you want a different view of god and the universe, read “Oh my god” if you want a description of another reality, read “A new reality” and so on. Finally, don’t judge from my cover art, I never used a drawing program before, and if you want to communicate with me, do it at the following address. Zipyzaty@hotmail.com
The seat of my mind by Jean-Nichol Dufour The seat of my mind by Jean-Nichol Dufour May 21, 2012 54469 words Read a sample
his is part 2 of a 10 books suite. This one is about a new way to see the mind. I will describe how I believe it connected to life systems, its interrelations with previous life developments, how its different parts take form, the importance of truth in its evolution, the consciousness-unconsciousness interactions, and the stagnating effect of conflicting definitions.
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A fresh new author, straight from the intellectually acclaimed X generation, there to answer all your questions. From the beginning of life to the end of the universe, nothing escapes his vision, but only the best can follow his steps, so prepare your view of life for the test. You can abandon, you can reject, you can fight, you can forget but you already passed the finish line of innocence so it is too late to play impudence. Now is the time to separate lies from truth, evil from good, strength from weakness. My presence here as an author has nothing to do with personal gain, I’m here to reveal this reality and give you the option to live or die. Whatever it is today or tomorrow, your world will never be the same after me (humility don’t pay in this reality). As for my life, I sometimes think I’m a monk, but you will probably find me a better name after reading some of my writings. I’m a Quebecker living in Quebec City, French, so my English surely won’t be academically perfect. Not much running around the planet and no expertise, I think I was born revolted as I passed my whole life from 10 years old (the farthest I can remember) revolted and thinking about changing the world. Apart from a moment in the army and at school, as soon as I became adult, I started making actual projects for a different reality. Writing is the only way I found to express my mind, and today, at 37, and I’m proud of my work. I hope you’ll appreciate it, because I believe it is the only possibility for humanity to ascend at the next step of its evolution, more than that, I believe my conclusions are the only way for humanity to still have potential in 100 years, whatever scientists say, and again; sorry for my lack of humility. One facet of the suite of books I wrote is to make the demonstration that the present reality will fail for many logical and spiritual reasons. That’s why, in the first chapter of the first book, I’ll try to get rid of those readers I can guess will automatically go for personal attacks as soon as I’ll describe what I don’t like of the present reality. However, I don’t want my multiple warnings to deter those who want a fresh view of life, that’s why I’ll say to go for the title that interest you the most; if you want to read about how a person can be revolted against the world, then read “Revolted” if you want a different view of the mind then read “The seat of my mind” if you want a different view of god and the universe, read “Oh my god” if you want a description of another reality, read “A new reality” and so on. Finally, don’t judge from my cover art, I never used a drawing program before, and if you want to communicate with me, do it at the following address. Zipyzaty@hotmail.com
Revolted by Jean-Nichol Dufour Revolted by Jean-Nichol Dufour May 21, 2012 154243 words Read a sample
This is part 1 of a 10 books suite. In this one I explore different points of views expressing the revolt and frustration of the character at actually living in the current reality. The subject mostly turns around the personal life of the character while attacking the sources of his problems. It is an initiation to my vision of things too.
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A fresh new author, straight from the intellectually acclaimed X generation, there to answer all your questions. From the beginning of life to the end of the universe, nothing escapes his vision, but only the best can follow his steps, so prepare your view of life for the test. You can abandon, you can reject, you can fight, you can forget but you already passed the finish line of innocence so it is too late to play impudence. Now is the time to separate lies from truth, evil from good, strength from weakness. My presence here as an author has nothing to do with personal gain, I’m here to reveal this reality and give you the option to live or die. Whatever it is today or tomorrow, your world will never be the same after me (humility don’t pay in this reality). As for my life, I sometimes think I’m a monk, but you will probably find me a better name after reading some of my writings. I’m a Quebecker living in Quebec City, French, so my English surely won’t be academically perfect. Not much running around the planet and no expertise, I think I was born revolted as I passed my whole life from 10 years old (the farthest I can remember) revolted and thinking about changing the world. Apart from a moment in the army and at school, as soon as I became adult, I started making actual projects for a different reality. Writing is the only way I found to express my mind, and today, at 37, and I’m proud of my work. I hope you’ll appreciate it, because I believe it is the only possibility for humanity to ascend at the next step of its evolution, more than that, I believe my conclusions are the only way for humanity to still have potential in 100 years, whatever scientists say, and again; sorry for my lack of humility. One facet of the suite of books I wrote is to make the demonstration that the present reality will fail for many logical and spiritual reasons. That’s why, in the first chapter of the first book, I’ll try to get rid of those readers I can guess will automatically go for personal attacks as soon as I’ll describe what I don’t like of the present reality. However, I don’t want my multiple warnings to deter those who want a fresh view of life, that’s why I’ll say to go for the title that interest you the most; if you want to read about how a person can be revolted against the world, then read “Revolted” if you want a different view of the mind then read “The seat of my mind” if you want a different view of god and the universe, read “Oh my god” if you want a description of another reality, read “A new reality” and so on. Finally, don’t judge from my cover art, I never used a drawing program before, and if you want to communicate with me, do it at the following address. Zipyzaty@hotmail.com
How to Overcome From Root Barrier While Plantation by Mery Johnson How to Overcome From Root Barrier While Plantation by Mery Johnson May 20, 2012 386 words Read a sample
Citygreen is a professional brand of landscaping services and offer all varieties of solution related to yard designing, garden designing and makes your home look ravishing.
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We here at Deane’s have gone to great lengths to ensure that snow or shine, there is always fun to be had at our snow resort. Our years of experience ensure you have as great a time as you possibly can on your snow holiday.
The happiness toolkit by Claire Charters The happiness toolkit by Claire Charters May 20, 2012 2038 words Read a sample
A quick toolkit for achieving happiness
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My name is Claire and I live in Sydney, Australia. If you pass me on the sidewalk, you may not look twice as i'm quite an ordinary girl with an inordinate obsession for books. I am a Virgo, an amateur Tarot Card Reader, a romantic and just a thirty something girl trying to find her place in the world. I adore beautiful pictures and inspiring words. I believe that a life lived with love and excitement in your heart is the most fulfilling type. My passions include writing, surfing, yoga, snowboarding, travelling, good music, volunteering and op shopping. Being honest and taking risks is how I live my life. I love gifts and surprises. One day I hope to buy a rescue dog, and when I do I want to call it either Jack or Roxy! I dream about starting up a charity, but really don't know where to start. I love horses, Chanel, and genuine people. My personal commitment is to treat everyone how I would like to be treated, don’t judge, and just trust that everybody is doing their best with what they know now. My passion is to hopefully help others discover how to live the life they have dreamed of and become the authentic selves they were born to be. It’s my ongoing discovery of the purpose of life and the things which make me happy, and I hope it helps you re-discover yourself as well.
The Three Angels' Messages by Mason Neil The Three Angels' Messages by Mason Neil May 20, 2012 1856 words Read a sample
A short exegetical study of the three angels' messages from Revelation 14.
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I live in Hampden, Maine, and enjoy God, nature, animals, family, books, tea, blogging, writing, and the list goes on...
Self-Publishing Wiz by Jess C Scott Self-Publishing Wiz by Jess C Scott May 20, 2012 12282 words Read a sample
Jess is the founder of jessINK, an innovative publishing company that focuses on substance over marketing hype. In this eBook, Jess shares a selection of blog posts (from 2009-2012) which capture the true power and spirit of the 21st-century self-publishing revolution. * * * LENGTH: 10,000 Words * * * By author/artist/non-conformist, Jess C Scott.
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Jess is a full-time author/artist/non-conformist. She works in a diverse range of genres such as urban fantasy, erotic (not pornographic) fiction, young adult fiction, poetry, and cyberpunk. As a writer, Jess focuses on style and substance over short-term success with current fads and marketing hype. Visit her website for free samples and more! WEBSITE: http://www.jessINK.com MEDIA: http://www.jessINK.com/media.htm DISCLAIMER: http://www.jessINK.com/porn_vs_erotica.htm + + + FB: www.facebook.com/jessINKbooks TWITTER: www.twitter.com/jesscscott
Ruth: Faith, Loyalty, Love, Redemption by Kelly Martin Ruth: Faith, Loyalty, Love, Redemption by Kelly Martin May 20, 2012 7713 words Read a sample
A five part Bible Study on the book of Ruth. This humorous and heartfelt study brings the verses to life and shows how love and respect can change the world.
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I'm a mama, a wife, a teacher, and a Christian. I love to write. Currently, I am writing short stories, two blogs, and working on my second novel. You can find me at www.ohthatmomagain.blogspot.com where I write about my thoughts on being a mama and life and www.encourage365.com~ My daily devotional blog.
Hobble & Cranny Picture Book #2 by Tina Seals Hobble & Cranny Picture Book #2 by Tina Seals May 20, 2012 16 words Read a sample
This is a picture book for ages 0+, read it to your child and allow them to make up their own storyline to go with the pictures. Download a free copy today and (please) write a review on the illustration. Blessings - Tina Seals
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Hello, My name is Tina Seals. I am the author of many self-published books. Most of my books are Adult Non-Fiction, Bible-Based books but I have just started a line of Picture Books and Children's Books. Please make sure to check them out and drop me an email in the process letting me know you did! Jesus Bless - Tina Seals http://www.tinaseals.com http://www.twitter.com/tinaseals tina@tinaseals.com
Let Spring Soon Come by Ramu Mahanthi Let Spring Soon Come by Ramu Mahanthi May 20, 2012 27623 words Read a sample
Written as a story about three young women who come together through their acquaintance with the “nameless” man who they agree to call Fitzwater, this e-book is about the impact that reflection, introspection, meditation, and listening to our heart can have upon our ability to gain clarity and to use as tools to correct our faulty thinking.
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How to Win at Baccarat: A Tricky Strategy Accidentally Uncovered by Alan Samonte How to Win at Baccarat: A Tricky Strategy Accidentally Uncovered by Alan Samonte May 20, 2012 13161 words Read a sample
Every time he would bet 1,000 pesos on Banker hand – I would add 100 pesos on his bet – making it a total of 1,100 pesos. If we won, we would be given 1,045 in winnings (minus 5% commission). This pleased me because my new friend would give me my full of 100 pesos winnings while he pays all the commission.
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The author had taught business subjects for twelve years before he worked as Project Development Officer for the Philippine government. With an entrenched insight gained in his two decades of collecting and interpreting gambling data, he drew on Mathematics, gambling realities, and casino phenomena to unlock the very mystery of casino winning.
South Beach Diet Review by South Beach Diet South Beach Diet Review by South Beach Diet May 19, 2012 1100 words Read a sample
The South Beach Diet is considered probably the greatest weight reduction programs in existence and boasts millions of customers who attest to its potency in shedding those undesirable pounds. To boot, unlike other weight loss packages, the South Beach Diet teaches an individual find out how to maintain their weight reduction as a substitute of experiencing the standard reemergence of...
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The Reluctant Housewife's Guide to Saving Money by Kimberley Springer The Reluctant Housewife's Guide to Saving Money by Kimberley Springer May 19, 2012 2801 words Read a sample
Times are tough. Money is tighter than ever before. How is a growing family supposed to balance their needs and their checkbook at the same time? There are a number of easy ways! In this simple, easy-to-read guide, the Reluctant Housewife will walk you through 10 of her favorite ways to save money without breaking a sweat. From coupons to loyalty cards to rebates and much, much more.
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10 Things Men Wished Women Knew About SEX by Tina Seals 10 Things Men Wished Women Knew About SEX by Tina Seals May 18, 2012 6315 words Read a sample
"10 Things Men Wished Women Knew About SEX" is the second book in my 'Relationship Series'. It is pre-edited and a quick read, I might add. So don't be surprised it you run across some grammatical or spelling errors in the text. Please write a review, and when I learn how to respond to comments, I will thank you for doing so! Blessings - Tina
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Hello, My name is Tina Seals. I am the author of many self-published books. Most of my books are Adult Non-Fiction, Bible-Based books but I have just started a line of Picture Books and Children's Books. Please make sure to check them out and drop me an email in the process letting me know you did! Jesus Bless - Tina Seals http://www.tinaseals.com http://www.twitter.com/tinaseals tina@tinaseals.com
Hastings International Chess Congress 2011-12: Critical Positions by William Harvey Hastings International Chess Congress 2011-12: Critical Positions by William Harvey May 18, 2012 594 words Read a sample
This is a collection of 45 critical positions from games of the tournament. The player at the bottom of the board moves first and wins. Match wits with the tournament winners and find the best move. Solutions are found at the back of the pamphlet.
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10 Secrets to Getting Any Man You Want to Want You by Lyn Kelley 10 Secrets to Getting Any Man You Want to Want You by Lyn Kelley May 18, 2012 12478 words Read a sample
This book is for women who want to be in committed, monogamous, satisfying relationships; however, the principles apply to ALL relationships. The most important decision a woman will ever make in her lifetime is choosing a life mate. And if she’s already chosen one, the next most important decision a woman can make is use my strategies to get him to want her!
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As a Motivational Coach and Speaker, my goal is “to empower people move to the next level of success in their lives.” Many people have asked for more information about me and why I am qualified to motivate others. So here’s a little bit about me and how I got here. It all started back in Fresno, CA where I was born and raised. As a child I knew I had a calling to help people be happier and live better lives. I knew this because I was keenly observant of people. I observed people and how they lived their lives. At age 10 a friend’s family invited me to a musical show called “Up With People!” This show had a major impact on me, and brought up my passion to help people be happier. Although my parents didn’t care about my grades, I received all A’s in school except I always failed Oral English. I couldn’t get up in front of the class and speak. What kept me going in school was my desire for a career in the helping/teaching profession, so I could help others become more successful. The females in my family were discouraged from going to college, so higher education became my way of rebelling. I earned my B.A. in Education from CSU Fresno. During college I had some wonderful professors who took me under their wing and encouraged me to speak in class. I learned that I enjoyed teaching and actually had a gift that had previously been repressed. I went on to get my teaching credential and taught Jr. and Sr. High School for 7 years. I went from a shy little girl who couldn’t speak in front of the class to a big girl who couldn’t STOP speaking in front of the class! Teaching adolescents was an amazing experience! I found that I wanted to work with them more one-on-one, so I went back to college to become a counselor. I received my M.S. in Counseling/Psychology from the University of Miami and became licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist. Initially I set out to get a wide range of experience. I worked in a children’s psych hospital in dual diagnosis, managed a residential treatment program for severely emotionally disturbed teenage girls, did biofeedback therapy for a pain management center, and worked in social services in the areas of foster care, child abuse and family reunification. Once I became licensed I worked in a private counseling practice for 7 years. I specialized in relationship counseling. During this time I realized that coaching, writing and teaching were what I really loved to do, so I started writing books for healthcare professionals and teaching continuing education courses. I became particularly interested in the field of motivation and coaching and worked on this as a specialty. I founded GROW Training Institute, Inc. which is a coach training organization, and became a Certified Professional Coach. I then coached myself through my Doctoral Program and earned my Ph.D. in Health Science through a correspondence program. I can now freely pursue my true passions of writing, speaking, coaching and consulting! I have published 26 books and am working on my next one now. Many people have asked me what has most motivated me during my life? I believe that we all have internal motivation when we find our gift. My strong desire to help people become higher functioning, happier and more successful must have initially come from my internal desire to grow, learn, and improve my life and the world around me. It also came from my deep appreciation for my mentors and teachers who helped me overcome my anxieties and fears about success. It came from reading books by great self help/spiritual authors such as Wayne Dyer, Gary Zukav, Louise Hay, Marianne Williamson, Barbara DeAngelis and Tony Robbins. I have learned that it is fear that stops us most. We sabotage our own success due to our own fear of our own light. I want to help others overcome their obstacles and shine their light brightly, just as my mentors did for me. I now do business, relationship and life coaching. As a Business Coach, I conduct trainings for businesses, entrepreneurs, corporations and organizations all over the world. I do practice building consulting for mental health and medical providers. As a relationship coach I help people stop sabotaging themselves and create their ideal relationships. I work by telephone, Internet and face-to-face. If you are interested in receiving coaching or need a motivational speaker, please contact me! I wish you much success. See my YouTube video: The Biggest Mistake Women Make in Dating and Love Relationships -Lyn Kelley, Ph.D., LMFT, CPC
The Way Of The Cross Leads Home by Gene & Vicki Hyers The Way Of The Cross Leads Home by Gene & Vicki Hyers May 18, 2012 10788 words Sample 100%
Manifest Christianity Comes Through Accepting Christ Death As If It Is Your Own
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We are a local inner city Christian Missionary Church without affiliation to any religious organization or denomination. In addition to the services held at various churches, as doors are opened, without regard to denomination, we have for over sixteen years and do continue to hold two street services weekly in a district of downtown Jacksonville that is frequented with crime, homelessness, prostitution and drug dealings, etc. We also minister by the grace of God to the natural needs of the people there on the street providing, food, clothing, blankets, Bibles and other Christian literature, etc., as well as many other of life’s necessities. We are and have been involved for some years now in an Internet Ministry of prayer and Bible study, through which God has blessed exceedingly abundantly. We also minister one on one in our home as requested. For over seven years now we have been blessed to hold weekly early Sunday morning and Wednesday evening Church services in the RV Resort in which we now live. Through the leading of the Holy Spirit we have now published a number of Christian Books, two of which are “How to Know God---by the Book” and “Life in Christ Jesus, It is Written, It is Done, ONLY Believe”. We minister, in faith toward God, the Word and Love of God, not in the wisdom of men, but in the Power of the Holy Spirit and regularly experience New Testament Miracles of Healing and Deliverance, etc., whether in our home, over the phone, in internet ministry or in our church services, resulting literally in that new life promised in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We invite and encourage you to contact us. We especially encourage you to call if life just isn’t what you would like it to be. God will Help!
God by Nils Horn God by Nils Horn May 18, 2012 56998 words Read a sample
What is God? Existence of God. What is Enlightenment? God and Enlightenment. God and Quantum Physics. Afterlife. Paradise. Reincarnation and Christianity. Yoga and Christianity. Religious Toleration. Discussion about God. Angel oracle.
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I live as a yogi near Hamburg/Germany. I believe in the unity of all religions.
Smutlets: Impure Thoughts: Let's Play Slave Auction by Lance Little Smutlets: Impure Thoughts: Let's Play Slave Auction by Lance Little May 18, 2012 5274 words Sample 50%
Another sexy, hot true confession from Lance Little. In this no hole barred swinging confession, Lance bares all, along with everyone else at the ‘Slave Auction’.
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At Little Lance, we believe that truth is often hornier, smuttier and sexier than fiction. Our authors are happy to share their smutty, real life antics for your amusement and satisfaction. Sexy Smutlets available at Smashwords include... Impure Thoughts: First Time Threesome The Maid Gets Laid Let's Play Twister Let’s Play Slave Auction Smutlets Cumming soon... Impure Thoughts: Let's Play Poke Her and..The first of three further confessions: Delightful Profile image copyright: © Aledeane|Dreamstime.com
Bighorn Sheep: Contributions of Montana State University Graduate Students to Understanding a Vulnerable Species, 1965-2000 by L. R. Irby Bighorn Sheep: Contributions of Montana State University Graduate Students to Understanding a Vulnerable Species, 1965-2000 by L. R. Irby May 18, 2012 49243 words Read a sample
During 1965-2000, 21 Montana State University graduate students completed field studies of bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis). Their studies indicate that bighorn sheep can be a viable part of Montana’s fauna for the foreseeable future. Bighorns will never be as abundant as deer and elk because they have a narrower range of suitable habitat, but they do respond well to management.
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L. R. Irby was on the faculty of the Fish and Wildlife Management Program at Montana State University for 26 years. Over the course of his career, he conducted research on the ecology of large mammals in the northwestern United States, Africa, and Central America. Since his retirement from MSU, he has much more time to devote to his avocations: writing, fishing, hunting, and traveling. Between trips, he and his wife live in southwestern Montana.
Il mio animale preferito è l’ossobuco by Rota Napoleone Il mio animale preferito è l’ossobuco by Rota Napoleone May 18, 2012 14793 words Read a sample
Libro di cuina tipica Lombarda e Lecchese che prende ispirazione dalla passione che mettiamo nella cucina dell'AGRITURISMO LA FORNACE di CASTELLO DI BRIANZA
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10 Things Hubby Should Know About SEX by Tina Seals 10 Things Hubby Should Know About SEX by Tina Seals May 18, 2012 3809 words Read a sample
"10 Things Hubby Should Know About SEX" is a great 'sort read', only 30 pages or so, but very good. It is another one of my pre-edited relationship books which teaches men simple things about the SEXUAL EXPERIENCE in marriage.
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Hello, My name is Tina Seals. I am the author of many self-published books. Most of my books are Adult Non-Fiction, Bible-Based books but I have just started a line of Picture Books and Children's Books. Please make sure to check them out and drop me an email in the process letting me know you did! Jesus Bless - Tina Seals http://www.tinaseals.com http://www.twitter.com/tinaseals tina@tinaseals.com
Quick Reads: Pax Profundis and Puttering by Ed Rehkopf Quick Reads: Pax Profundis and Puttering by Ed Rehkopf May 18, 2012 2118 words Read a sample
A man contemplates the joys of puttering.
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Ed Rehkopf is a retired hospitality veteran. During his long and varied career, he has managed two historic university-owned hotels, managed at a four-star desert resort, directed operations for a regional hotel chain, opened two golf and country clubs, worked in golf course development, and launched a portal web site for the private club industry.
When I Opened The Door To Perversion by Tina Seals When I Opened The Door To Perversion by Tina Seals May 17, 2012 14460 words Read a sample
**A D U L T CONTENT** This book is the pre-edited version of "When I Opened The Door To Perversion". It is part of my testimony, from 2008 to 2009, in which I struggled with making porn, and masturbation. In the book I speak candidly about the deliverance process. If you struggle with the sin of masturbation and or desire to make porn read this manuscript, it will bless you.
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Hello, My name is Tina Seals. I am the author of many self-published books. Most of my books are Adult Non-Fiction, Bible-Based books but I have just started a line of Picture Books and Children's Books. Please make sure to check them out and drop me an email in the process letting me know you did! Jesus Bless - Tina Seals http://www.tinaseals.com http://www.twitter.com/tinaseals tina@tinaseals.com
Finally Covered by Tina Seals Finally Covered by Tina Seals May 17, 2012 8438 words Read a sample
"Finally Covered" is a another of my pre-edited titles, that deals with Submission to spiritual authority. One of the greatest challenges in ministry is being able to submit to the authority of another when you lack understanding of the ministerial process. In this book I speak in detail about my experiences with that and how God gave me understanding...
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Hello, My name is Tina Seals. I am the author of many self-published books. Most of my books are Adult Non-Fiction, Bible-Based books but I have just started a line of Picture Books and Children's Books. Please make sure to check them out and drop me an email in the process letting me know you did! Jesus Bless - Tina Seals http://www.tinaseals.com http://www.twitter.com/tinaseals tina@tinaseals.com
Prayers That Work Against Brokenness by Tina Seals Prayers That Work Against Brokenness by Tina Seals May 17, 2012 7561 words Read a sample
This is the third book in the "Prayers That Work" Series entitled "Against Brokenness". This is a **PRE-EDITED*** COPY!!! The book deals with issues like male insecurity...to controlling women...it is a good book (in theory). Download a copy and write a review! Blessings - Tina
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Hello, My name is Tina Seals. I am the author of many self-published books. Most of my books are Adult Non-Fiction, Bible-Based books but I have just started a line of Picture Books and Children's Books. Please make sure to check them out and drop me an email in the process letting me know you did! Jesus Bless - Tina Seals http://www.tinaseals.com http://www.twitter.com/tinaseals tina@tinaseals.com
Rho Magna, the Laotian War Dragon by Mark Berent Rho Magna, the Laotian War Dragon by Mark Berent May 17, 2012 3834 words Read a sample
Combat fighter pilot Mark Berent writes of a dragon-shaped karst mountain in Laos along the Ho Chi Minh Trail that bristles with physical and psychological danger. He writes of it as he first saw it on an F-4 FAC mission from Ubon RTAFB in 1969. Then he adds an excerpt from "Phantom Leader," one of his historical fiction books about war and politics in the Vietnam era.
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MARK BERENT Lt Col Mark E. Berent, USAF (Ret), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He attended Cretin High School in St. Paul, Minnesota. Later he graduated from Arizona State University under the Air Force Institute of Technology program with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Lt Col Berent began his Air Force career as an enlisted man, then progressed through the aviation cadet program. He attended pilot training at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi and then Laredo Air Force Base, Texas flying the T-6, T-28 and T-33 aircraft and then moved on to F-86s at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. He served on active duty for 23 years until retirement in 1974. He began his operational flying career in the F-86 and F-100 flying at various posts throughout the United States and Europe. He later served three combat tours, completing 452 combat sorties, first in the F-100 at Bien Hoa Air Base, South Vietnam, the F-4 at Ubon Royal Thai Air Base, Thailand, and then in Cambodia for two years to fly things with propellers on them and through a fluke in communications timing, to personally run the air war for a few weeks. He has also served two tours at the United States Space and Missile System Organization (SAMSO) at Los Angeles, California working first in the Satellites Control Facility and later as a staff developmental engineer for the space shuttle. In his expansive career he has seen service as an Air Attaché to the United States Embassy, Phnom Penh, Cambodia and also as Chief of Test Control Branch at the Air Development and Test Center at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. He also served as an instructor at the Air Force's Squadron Officer School. During his flying career he has logged over 4300 hours of flying time, 1084 of those in combat missions in the F-100, F-4, C-47 and U-10 over North and South Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. He has flown 30 different aircraft. His decorations include the Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross with one oak leaf cluster, Bronze Star, Air Medal with twenty four oak leaf clusters, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Cambodian Divisional Medal, and numerous Vietnam Campaign ribbons. He completed jump school with the Special Forces. Later, he jumped with and was awarded Cambodian paratrooper wings. He also flew with and received Cambodian pilot wings. After leaving the Air Force he lived in Europe to establish and direct international operations for the sale of spares for combat aircraft. He has flown many foreign aircraft such as the Swedish Viggen and Royal Air Force Jaguar and Hawk. He also established Berent and Woods Inc, a firm that managed many aviation related activities. Over the years he had published numerous articles for such publications as Air Force Magazine and the Washington Times and for 18 years wrote a monthly pilot/reporter column for the Asian Defense Journal. Under the name Berent Sandberg he and Peter Sandberg collaborated on three novels. He now has five Vietnam air war flying novels in print, Rolling Thunder, Steel Tiger, Phantom Leader, Eagle Station, and Storm Flight. Berent states it is never too late for any endeavor: he published the first of his five books at age 58, ran his first Marathon at 59, bought a T-6 warbird and flew in airshows at 64, and rode in his first cattle roundup in Montana at 74. …………… "Powerful!" --- Publishers Weekly "The pride of the Air Force. The challenge of Vietnam." "A taut, exciting tale of good men in a bad war. Berent is the real thing." --- Tom Clancy "Rolling Thunder is terrific - a novel of exceptional authenticity that hits like a thunderclap. A decorated Vietnam pilot, Mark Berent knows planes and men and battle, and he whirls them around in a story of uncommon strength. I can't wait for his next book." --- W.E.B. Griffin, best-selling author of Brotherhood of War and The Corps "Mark Berent writes with great authority and utter realism, immersing the reader in his characters' every sensation and emotion." --- Dale Brown, best-selling author of Flight of the Old Dog and Silver Tower "The fighter pilot's war - you love it and hate it at the same time, and Mark Berent writes it that way." --- Stephen Coonts, best-selling author of Flight of the Intruder "Berent tells it like it was!" --- Chuck Yeager "The best Vietnam air novel I have read. Berent captures the essence of flying men at war, their agony, emotions, courage, and triumph." --- Brigadier General Robin Olds
Hospital Story by Earnest Long Hospital Story by Earnest Long May 17, 2012 24266 words Read a sample
Hospital story is about the tragedy of wasting time and wasting your life doing nothing much. The book is set in a mental hospital where nothing much happens and the doctors and nurses are not bothered about discharging the patients. Can someone find a second wind? This book is about hope. Hope bureaucracy is not always the monster it sometimes is. Change really is possible.
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Earnest Long, the author has some experience or none of what he writes. The stories are fiction in the best tradition of storytelling. The author is past 40 years old but not past caring. He volunteers at a social group for people recovering from mental health problems, teaching computer skills. He lives in London.
My First Spanking by James Masters My First Spanking by James Masters May 17, 2012 851 words Read a sample
A short story written in my submissive's perspective to her first time getting spanked.
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Chambered Rounds: The Collected Non-Fiction of Bernard Schaffer by Bernard Schaffer Chambered Rounds: The Collected Non-Fiction of Bernard Schaffer by Bernard Schaffer May 17, 2012 37065 words Read a sample
A collection of best-selling author Bernard Schaffer's non-fiction. Includes essays on his career as a child-actor, publishing, working in law enforcement, debunking conspiracy theories, and more.
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Independent author Bernard Schaffer writes in a wide variety of styles, from ultra-violent historical fiction to sci-fi westerns; from best-selling police procedurals to non-fiction collections that include poetry. Called one of the "Best independent authors alive," Schaffer continues to push the boundaries of both his readership and his craft.
Sports Alphabet with Nooshi the Balloon Dude by Riley Weber Sports Alphabet with Nooshi the Balloon Dude by Riley Weber May 17, 2012 535 words Read a sample
Learning the alphabet can be challenging at times for toddlers and young children. Nooshi the Balloon Dude makes learning the ABC's easy and fun with the Sports Alphabet. Each letter features a different sport. Kids will learn the English alphabet and learn about different sports at the same time.
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Riley Weber resides in Mesa, Arizona. He has been telling (and making up) stories since he was young. Many moons ago, Riley's favorite topic in grade school was not recess, but creative writing. Recess and lunch came second and third. He loves to write stories of adventures in far (and close) away lands. His inspiration comes from his two young boys who love all things that have to do with diggers, dinosaurs, sports, cars, and chicken nuggets. His stories are tried and tested on his two little munchkins. Riley has always had a passion for art and doodling. He draws cartoons on nearly every paper that comes within arms length of his hands. Recently, he has fined tuned some of his art and writing skills by studying painting and fine art at the local community college. He has also taken courses in writing and storytelling, and writes stories and songs in his free time. Riley has composed and recorded dozens of songs for children which are available worldwide by the character he invented; Nooshi the Balloon Dude. Some of Riley's compositions by Nooshi are top children's Easter, Halloween, and birthday songs. Just recently Riley has dove into the world of authoring and illustrating ebooks. He has many future books ideas with plans to write and illustrate them himself. If you'd like a sneak peak at Riley's next project or would like to find out what other books he has available, visit his website at www.rileyweberart.com. You can also become friends with Riley on Facebook.
The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 20 by Open Bible Matthew The Open Bible - The Gospel of Matthew: Chapter 20 by Open Bible Matthew May 17, 2012 1225 words Read a sample
Chapter 20 of Matthew from the Open Bible, a simple easy to understand translation, produced to enable anyone to create their own Bible video and audio recordings etc without any legal restrictions. Chapter 20 includes the parable of the 11th Hour Vineyard workers, and Jesus's teaching about service as the path to greatness, and Jesus's miraculous healing of two blind men.
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The Pied Pipers of Autism by Leonard Oestreicher The Pied Pipers of Autism by Leonard Oestreicher May 17, 2012 68395 words Read a sample
Puzzled by Autism? In the last 50 years TV, video screens, and talking toys have invaded the lives of our infants stealing them away from forming social connections and in the end causing 100,000's of children to suffer from autism. Pulling together hundreds of studies on autism The Pied Pipers of Autism comes to the startling conclusion that autism is largely preventable starting today.
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About the Author I was born in 1948 in Newark, New Jersey. My family moved to the suburbs of New York City before my second birthday. We moved to Levittown and I vaguely remember the excitement of having a TV already built into the living room of our tiny house. My brother, Donald, and I spent many hours as kids watching that set. I remember that my father disapproved of television, an attitude which I thought at the time was hopelessly provincial and old fashioned. My father was an attorney who worked for Sperry Rand. He died of a heart attack at home. I was only eight years old. My idea to become a physician, I think, stems from the grief I felt with his death. Although I can hardly remember him, his picture is always by my desk. It gives me some kind of comfort. My mother, then a widower, quickly finished college and became a teacher, a field open to women at the time. My brother and I became latchkey children, given a lot of leeway and responsibility. We freely roamed the streets of Great Neck, NY, returning home for meals and chores. Mom expected dinner on the table when she returned from work, so I learned to cook meals for the family at a young age. Great Neck, at that time in the early 1960’s, was an upper middle class, largely Jewish, enclave full of bright and politically active teen agers. I was a mediocre student. My mother considered me an underachiever and had the school test my IQ. After I was tested the school agreed. I understood this was a big thing for my mother, but it did not change my academic ways. Later on, when I got an 800 on my math SAT’s, I got the attention of the whole high school for a day but I continued to be a lackadaisical student. I was very active in the Civil Rights movement in high school. Marijuana and the whole counterculture were just finding their way into suburbs. My friends and I made many pilgrimages to Greenwich Village to observe and emulate the ‘beatnik’ generation. After graduating from high school, I went to college at the University of Wisconsin at Madison. I had burnt out on political activism and decided to actually focus on my schoolwork to see if I could qualify to get into medical school. My grades, to my astonishment, actually got quite good and soon enough I was applying to medical school. My dream was to go to medical school at UCSF and after a long wait, my dream came true. I was thrilled to be in medical school and in San Francisco, the most beautiful and interesting city that I have found in the world. I always wanted to be a family practitioner, on the front lines of helping people, getting to know families for the long run. In a strange way, my career has prepared me for this very book. My experiences getting to know people over time in the context of their families and communities has given me the perspective to understand the importance and the workings of social networks. The links of trust, that tie all social networks together and take us to our collective futures and that are so important for all of us, are the daily work of the family practitioner. The focus on prevention of health problems is another important part of our work as family practitioners. In the end The Pied Pipers of Autism’s most important message is a message of prevention and is aimed at all the future children who are at risk for this disheartening disorder. As family practitioners, we have to synthesize the findings from the many medical specialties to form a coherent rational practice for the benefit of our patients. This involves integrating studies drawn from many different fields, weighing the important gems from the overhyped pronouncements. This was another skill which proved essential in the formation of this book. So, in a very real way, the choice of Family Practice prepared me for The Pied Pipers of Autism. The other aspect of my life that prepared me to be the author of this book was my family life. I married shortly after my training was complete and had a family with my first wife, Caroline. Daniel, Emily, and Alex were born five years apart starting in 1975. They have all become fine people and I am very proud to be their father. And then in 2009, I became a father once again with Roseli, my current wife. So I have had a special opportunity to observe and be a part of three generations. The first was my own childhood, in the 50’s, the second, my first family, in the 70’s and 80’s, and now again with Giovanna. In between, I have been involved with lives of my patients and their families. As a result I have an unusually broad personal experience on the nature and norms of childrearing during this period of time and how they have changed. This is of the same time period that ASD has emerged from being a very rare to a very common disorder. My experience comes not from reading a book or looking at a study, but from being there, not just being an observer but a participant in the beautiful process of development in infants and children. So in short, while I have not spent my life in academia studying autism, I feel my life has prepared me to be the author of this important book. - Leonard Oestreicher, MD