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Mega Melissa Etheridge fan Camille Tovar began writing quirky, fun, one-of-a-kind concert write-ups in 2004. Camille's tales were adored by fans worldwide, the band, and crew, including Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter, Melissa Etheridge. This unique collection contains heartfelt concert experience stories as well as interactions and communications with Melissa Etheridge over the years from a fan who thinks the world of her and has a penchant for wearing a red beanie. The symphony of life is not always harmonious, and Camille chronicles life experiences such as dealing with depression, running a non-profit animal rescue, losing her father to ALS and dementia, and helping raise a nephew with autism. Through it all is the love Camille has for her family, close friends, an international community of fellow fans, and her beloved rock star buddy Melissa Etheridge.

In the heartwarming narrative of "Across the Miles," readers embark on a poignant journey through the intertwined lives of Khamish and Madhu, a father and daughter whose bond defies distance, societal expectations, and time itself. Set against the backdrop of a changing world, this non-fiction tale delves deep into the complexities of family, sacrifice, and the enduring power of love.The story begins with the birth of Madhu, a radiant light in Khamish's life. From the moment he holds her in his arms, Khamish's love for his daughter knows no bounds. Despite societal pressures and expectations, Khamish embraces Madhu wholeheartedly, determined to give her the best life possible. His unwavering commitment to Madhu becomes the driving force behind his actions, propelling him to seek opportunities abroad to provide for her future. As Madhu grows, so does Khamish's longing to be by her side. Despite the physical distance between them, their bond remains unbreakable. Through heartfelt letters, late-night phone calls, and cherished visits home, Khamish and Madhu find solace in their shared love and unwavering support for one another.The story delves into the challenges Khamish faces as he navigates the demands of his career abroad while yearning for the warmth of home. His struggles with loneliness, longing, and the guilt of being away from Madhu tug at the heartstrings of readers, painting a poignant picture of the sacrifices parents make for their children. Meanwhile, Madhu blossoms into a resilient young woman, fueled by the love and encouragement of her father. Despite the absence of her father's physical presence, Madhu finds strength in their shared memories, values, and dreams for the future. She excels in her studies, pursues her passions, and embraces life with determination and grace. Throughout their journey, Khamish and Madhu encounter a cast of supportive characters who play pivotal roles in their lives. From colleagues who offer guidance and mentorship to friends who provide companionship and laughter, these relationships add depth and richness to the narrative, underscoring the importance of community and connection. As the story reaches its climax, Khamish's return home marks a poignant moment of reunion and reflection. The joy of being together is tempered by the realization that their time is fleeting, igniting a renewed appreciation for the precious moments they share. Through tears and laughter, Khamish and Madhu confront the bittersweet reality of their bond, strengthened by the trials they've endured. In the falling action, Madhu faces pivotal moments of her own, grappling with life's uncertainties and forging her path forward. Her journey of self-discovery, resilience, and love mirrors the timeless themes explored in her father's narrative, weaving together the threads of their shared destiny. In the final chapter, readers witness Madhu's transition into adulthood, marked by milestones, challenges, and moments of profound reflection. As she steps into the world on her terms, guided by the lessons instilled by her father, Madhu carries with her the enduring legacy of their bond, a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the unbreakable ties that bind us. "Across the Miles" is more than just a story-it's a celebration of the human spirit, a testament to the enduring power of love, and a reminder that no distance can diminish the bond between a parent and child. Through its pages, readers are invited to laugh, cry, and reflect on the timeless truths that connect us all.

Tina, the unlikely stripper, goes international. After being laid up with a knee injury, Tina is back onstage with new shows when she realizes that Rochester, New York, is too small a city to hide from her ex-boyfriend. She calls an international talent agency in Toronto to begin her new adventure. One month into her Canadian bookings, she meets the man who will haunt her life for the next year and a half. Jake always seems to distract her while she is trying to reach featured stripper status. There are messy break-ups, colorful revenge, tears, tragedy, and lies in some beautiful Canadian locations. Every time it seems it is over between them, someone gives in and Tina is forced to try to juggle their toxic love affair as she builds up her show repertoire to reach her dancing goal. Fabulous side characters, new places, the same affable, snarky dancer who always seems to meet just the wrong men at the wrong times, and a new character you will love to hate.

Experiencing the trauma of being kidnapped and then reunited with my parents was a harrowing ordeal one would expect a child to endure. Little did I know that another tragedy would strike at the vulnerable age of sixteen, nearly leading me down a perilous path to imprisonment due to my own naivety. A series of unfortunate connections with the wrong people set off a downward spiral, resulting in traumatic events that profoundly impacted the lives of my four children. The culmination of these struggles reached a heartbreaking climax with the suicide of my husband. Within the pages of this narrative, you will delve into the hard-earned lessons life has bestowed upon me and witness the undeniable presence of God, even in moments when I least expected His guidance.

Esta é a versão 1.0 Este livro não é ataque nem vingança. Este livro é consequência da investigação que eu e a Penacidade Words and Worlds abrimos contra o Sr Peter Paul e a Mijnbestseller, na sequência das graves suspeições de plágio de que fomos alvo a partir do dia 2020-03-09. O Sr Peter Paul alega que existe uma investigação dele e da Mijnbestseller contra mim e a Penacidade Words and Worlds. Investigação de carácter secreto, mas que segundo ele, é forte o suficiente para que ele praticasse actos que eu considero poderem vir a ser qualificados como abuso de poder, tráfico de influência, roubo de royalties, insultos, chantagens, ameaças, incompetência, negligência, fraude, tentativas ilegais de obtenção de vantagem, tentativas de profanação de prova e profanação efectiva de prova. As receitas deste livro serão integralmente usadas para as custas inerentes aos processos judiciais que moverei contra o Sr Peter Paul e a Mijnbestseller pelos crimes que cometeram. Eu irei até às últimas consequências. Este livro estará activo até que sejam ressarcidos os 1.880,65 de royalties, referente à venda em Fevereiro de 2020 dos 38 exemplares do livro Nuances e Odes de Lourenço Cái Lágrima (ISBN: 9789463986144). Artur

Esta es la versión 1.0 Este libro no es ni ataque ni venganza. Este libro es consecuencia de la investigación que Penacidade Words and Worlds y yo abrimos contra el Sr. Peter Paul y Mijnbestseller, a raíz de las graves sospechas de plagio de las que éramos objeto a partir del 2020-03-09. El Sr. Peter Paul afirma que hay una investigación entre él y Mijnbestseller contra mí y Penacidade Words and Worlds. Investigación de carácter secreto, pero según él tiene fuerza suficiente para realizar actos que yo considero podrían ser calificados como abuso de poder, tráfico de influencias, robo de royalties, injurias, chantajes, amenazas, incompetencia, negligencia, fraude, intentos ilegales de obtener ventaja, intentos de profanación de pruebas y profanación real de pruebas. Los royalties de este libro se utilizarán en su totalidad para cubrir los costos del proceso legal que iniciaré contra el Sr. Peter Paul y Mijnbestseller por los crímenes que cometieron. Iré hasta las últimas consecuencias. Este libro estará activo hasta que se reembolsen los 1.880,65 de royalties correspondientes a la venta en febrero de 2020 de 38 ejemplares del libro Nuances e Odes de Lourenço Cái Lágrima (ISBN: 9789463986144). Artur

Dayja Brown is well aware that God has always had His hands on her life. He has ordered her steps from the beginning, and not only is her gratitude to God, but also to those that were obedient enough to make a path for her even in the midst of adversity. In this biographical book, she details the story of her life from the very beginning and how God was there in the critical moments to ensure she was well taken care of and brought up in Him. Her desire is for readers to know that no matter the circumstances, God still has a plan for you, and it too can come to pass if we continue to walk in His will and lean not on our own understanding. Come with her as she recounts these pivotal moments, in hopes of inspiring the multitude.

This book brings together all of the stories related to the life and death of the most well-known members of the Presley family and identifies the problems that led up to their destruction and tragic deaths. Written from the perspective of the author, who is a lifelong Elvis fan, and in 1978, one year after his passing, first traveled from Europe to Memphis, Tennessee, where she lives today after having visited the shrines remembering Elvis and his family hundreds of times. In 79, she met Bill E. Burk, a local writer with the "Memphis Press Scimitar" and, upon its folding, the Memphis Flyer and his own Elvis news publication. He introduced her to a lot of famous or renowned Memphians who knew the star personally, from the early days until the 1970s. They shared their stories with the author and this is her attempt to make a contribution to the legacy of Elvis seen from the standpoint of people who knew him and remember him. It is also a resource for fans as it connects them to the places they can still visit today, almost 50 years after his death and remember him. It gives insights into the sights of Memphis and Tupelo. Essentially, it tries to make sense of it all, although trying to analyze the life stories of the characters was a difficult challenge. It aims to help Elvis fans - old ones and new ones who were born well after the star had passed - understand the family dynamic, the involvement of Colonel Parker and what really happened to Elvis as well as his daughter, grandson, father and grandmother. While many of the "stories" may sound familiar, it uncovers countless facts that have never been looked into.

Basada en la vida real Anna, una joven solitaria instalada en una casita en medio del salvaje Chaco paraguayo, que tras la llegada de un misterioso hombre desde la gran ciudad, dan inicio a una fascinante y cautivadora historia plena de emociones.Su sueño más profundo de ser madre se verá cumplido solo al precio de transitar un calvario de puertas cerradas, ilusiones perdidas y hasta una dolorosa separación de lo más amado de sus extrañas .

All of my family and many friends are scattered in various states or countries. So when I die, they needn't gather in California for my funeral, as I do not plan to have one. My goal is to have my lawyer, or a friend, send everyone I know, a copy of my memoir/advice book--NOW I ASK YOU--to save everyone the hassle of traveling on short notice. It is not worth their time, effort, and inconvenience, nor the money involved. Throughout my 84 years (so far), I have garnered tons of personal experiences--good, bad, and so-so. As such, I have chosen 120 subjects to share. Each section has three parts: It starts with NOW I ASK YOU questions and/or advice for the reader, then my personal story, followed by inspirational quotations, both old and new, from the famous, the not so famous, and the anonymous, pertaining to that particular experience. Few individuals have heard all of these tales, so many will be new to them. (I have actually heard friends become angry, when I would tell one of my stories to others, and they hadn't heard it before. How weird is that?) Although I tried to place my memories in chronological order, the reader can dive in anywhere, as each story can stand alone. I hope readers will smile or laugh or cringe at some of my difficult, unpleasant, funny, or embarrassing experiences. This 24th book of mine is just my way of leaving a historical record, of sorts, for my family, as well as a roadmap for friends, neighbors, former students, and other readers, to learn from my failures and successes (always a teacher at heart!). Understand your life as a kaleidoscope of experiences that move and change. --L.D. Thompson We should learn from the mistakes of others. We don't have time to make them all ourselves. --Groucho Marx

As a child, Michael Banks suffered the debilitating circumstances of sexual abuse - inflicted on him by who was supposed to be a trusted family member. Now, he shares his story and provides hope for others in similar situations. When he was only five years old, Michael began to suffer intense sexual and physical abuse at the hands of their alcoholic father. With a mother already at an in-patient psychiatric unit, Michael had no one to stand up for his wellbeing. Michael knew the stakes were high for his father. A father who hid his abuse from his struggling wife and often provided hush money or gifts to veil the horrors he put his son through. Michael didn't want a new bike, or money, or things. He wanted a normal mother and father, an average life, and a childhood without abuse. As a teenager, Michael decided to turn the narrative on its head. He left the house and began seeking help for the terror he'd experienced.Throughout the trials unfairly brought against him, Michael didn't let his abuser define himself or the path his life would take. His story is a testament to the indelible strength of a human spirit, the power of healing trauma, and the courage to shed a light on male abuse. Banks wrote his memoir specifically for readers 16 years and older who have a vested interest in survival stories, abuse memoirs, and encouraging self-help stories.

This is a non fiction book that takes the reader through stories of my own life experiences. I will show you how I used trauma as an opportunity to create growth and change by changing old patterns and behaviors.

The biggest demons live inside of us.Faith Smith has always had a problem with alcohol. At first, she didn't believe it was an issue, but slowly her life begins to unravel. Her job as a teacher hangs in the balance, her marriage begins to crumble, and she realizes that she's putting her addiction before even her own children. Faith knows she has to do something to regain control of her life.But her demons won't abandon her so easily. Struggling with mood swings and losing control of her mind, Faith must summon all of her courage to find the light at the end of the tunnel. But with her relationships collapsing beneath the weight of her alcoholism, is it too late for Faith to salvage her life?Told with a gritty realism that reflects the real daily struggles of people suffering from alcoholism, Surviving Hell is a gripping and thought-provoking story about one woman's fight against her inner demons.

Baby Girl from Dairyland to Chicagoland is the story of a young girl raised in a small town by her paternal family. Later, she relocates to the BIG CITY, where she is forced to grow up far too soon! She had to be more clever than her family, friends and strangers; and isn't safe with anyone except her mom and sister. The challenges of moving from a small town to a big city are plenty! How does she survive? Baby Girl from Dairyland to Chicagoland is a depiction of her dynamic journey to survive!

Tale of the Three is a true story of the relationship involving an older married couple and of the stray dogs that they rescued. Questions for discussion for parents and children, or adults and children, are posed to stimulate conversation about what happens in the book, as well as solutions to some difficult circumstances. These solutions hopefully will demonstrate doing the right thing, which is the definition of virtue.

Steve Rondeau left home at sixteen and enlisted in the military at eighteen. When he arrived at Fort Polk, Louisiana, for basic training, Steve had no idea of what was ahead-especially when he realized he had unwittingly signed up for airborne school. Little did he know that he was about to become an airborne ranger who would eventually spend over sixteen years on jump status, become a free-fall instructor at Fort Bragg, and make over two thousand parachute jumps during his twenty-year military career. In a collection of true accounts that span several decades and branches of the military, veterans that include a medic, a first sergeant, and a colonel share fascinating, poignant, and sometimes humorous stories that transport others into chaotic war zones, their experiences running from the enemy, and life in the jungle where they lived out of a rucksack, invited destitute children to be their guides, and encountered eclectic residents. Included are bible verses, reflection questions, and short descriptions of families served by the BT Hero House Foundation. From the Heart of a Soldier shares compelling personal accounts from military veterans that offer a glimpse into the lives and experiences of those who serve our country.

How did I, a mother, cope with the loss of my only daughter? Though that daughter was only a mere babe, she was a person who touched many, many lives. To answer the initial question, I began writing it all down, to my daughter, a month after her passing.Before the writing began, I wanted to read all I could get my hands on about the loss of an infant. There are so many emotional layers and opinions thrown out there to that type of loss: It's a short life, I already had children. I was still young enough to have another. I should be able to "get over it" quickly. Those were a few of the opinions given to me by well-meaning people, but a lot of them ended up hurting rather than lending aid to the healing.I yearned to read stories similar to mine which validated my loss, validated her life. And so, to help with my healing, I began to write.Now it's time to share my story more widely, to hopefully be one of those stories which will land in the hands of those who, like me, need to be validated. Maybe you're a parent, a grandparent, a sibling, or you want to better understand the pain so that you can reach someone who's hurting, and be a listener for them. Maybe by reading my story you will write your own, and if you do, I would love to read it.Even though a number of years have now passed, my Abby remains my first daughter, and will always be in my heart, until we meet again.

This is one of the stories inspired by a childhood journey with my family from Raga to Wau, towns in western Bahr el Ghazal in the southern part of the Sudan in 1987. What had prompted me to write the memoir had been the events that had followed the South Sudanese attainment of a sovereign state. This is a story that depicted what was sought after even before my birth. I came along and joined the march to demand for equal status. For me most parts of the story had been tough. In my writing, I had to take an expedition of self-composure. I had to take my forethought into an anticipated future and come back to write with that visualization. I had to withdraw my sentiment from what could call for vengeance and speak up for what the child had stood for. Within it is a reflective memoir about the power of a good cause and a family who believed in the triumph of the people. In their enactment, they raised a child within a time disguised by war and social discords. In a subtle journey along the lines of family relations and social associations, the story evolved.

I married Edward, the boy next door. My life had been quiet and calm whilst Edward's loud and full of life with a big family, but that's us. Having vintage cars, we really enjoyed vintage car rallies and camping. That's how our lifetime of spontaneity, travel and adventure started. We left Rhodesia (Now Zimbabwe), for South Africa before setting sail to Australia in May 1968. It was eight months of mostly mud, dust and corrugated, isolated outback roads, in a trusty 1928 Model A Ford named 'Old Henry' and with a husband who could virtually tie a car together with wire and string and get it back on the road.

ಚಂದ್ರಶೇಖರ ಆಜಾದ್ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಕ್ರಾಂತಿಕಾರಿ ಚಳವಳಿಯ ವಿಶಿಷ್ಟ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿತ್ವ. ಭಾರತದ ಸ್ವಾತಂತ್ರ್ಯಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಅವರ ಅನನ್ಯ ದೇಶಭಕ್ತಿ, ಅದಮ್ಯ ಧೈರ್ಯ, ಶ್ಲಾಘನೀಯ ಪಾತ್ರದ ಶಕ್ತಿ ಇತ್ಯಾದಿಗಳು ಈ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರದ ಸ್ವಾತಂತ್ರ್ಯ ಹೋರಾಟಗಾರರಿಗೆ ಶಾಶ್ವತ ಆದರ್ಶ ಸ್ಫೂರ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ನೀಡುತ್ತಲೇ ಇರುತ್ತವೆ. ಕಡು ಬಡ ಕುಟುಂಬದಲ್ಲಿ ಹುಟ್ಟಿದ್ದರೂ ಅವರು ಪ್ರಸ್ತುತಪಡಿಸಿದ ದೇಶಭಕ್ತಿಯ ಆದರ್ಶ ಶ್ಲಾಘನೀಯ ಮಾತ್ರವಲ್ಲ ಶ್ಲಾಘನೀಯ. ಆಜಾದ್ ವಾಸ್ತವವಾಗಿ ದೇಶಭಕ್ತಿ, ತ್ಯಾಗ, ಸ್ವತ್ಯಾಗ ಇತ್ಯಾದಿ ಸದ್ಗುಣಗಳ ಸಂಕೇತವಾಗಿದೆ.

History of Indian Cinema is a concise database chronicling 98 years of Indian cinema, from its inception in 1913 to months before the date of publication. Author Renu Saran takes a look at Hindi cinema as well as regional cinemas, listing the successful and path breaking movies of each age, major actors and directors and awards and achievements, arranged according to region and industry. This book also includes a set of interesting inside details about the functioning of the industry in different points of time, such as the training facilities available to actors, the process and criteria for film certification and the kind of equipments used. This kind of information would capture the imagination of some of the most ardent lovers of the movies and add another dimension to their understanding of the movies they love to watch. This book is noteworthy for laying more emphasis on our diverse and brilliant regional film industries compared to the Hindi film industry that often eclipses them when it comes to garnering audience's attention, both in India and abroad. History of Indian Cinema was published in 2012 by Diamond Books and is available in paperback. Key Features: This handbook on Indian cinema traces its journey through a very eventful century of political and social upheavals through its memorable movies. You can get an encyclopaedic knowledge of the trajectory followed by various regional industries like Assamese, Punjabi and Tamil and their significant stars and movies, in a short yet well researched book.

Embark on a raw and moving journey through a year in war-torn Ukraine with Iryna Kapitonova. Iryna invites you to join her in grappling with the pain of loss, uncertainty, and the terrible degradations of evil. As she chronicles her daily life in her beloved homeland of Ukraine, she also invites you to look for hope, to find reasons to celebrate, and to believe that a better day is coming. Witness the depths of loss, uncertainty, and the resilience of the human spirit. Through the pages of her daily chronicle discover hope blooming amidst chaos and the unwavering strength that can be found in moments of despair. Join her in exploring the profound interplay between faith, loss, and the enduring pursuit of hope in the face of adversity.As Iryna leads you through the first year of the 2022 war, you will find yourself alternately weeping and rejoicing, ever aware that war continues on. Join Iryna in bearing witness to the horrible and awesome potential of the human spirit.

Timmy's Wish is a young boy's powerful declaration of his faith and purpose in life. Composed in response to a school writing prompt, he proclaims his desire to become a beacon of faith for those who will follow him. Several months after writing his 'Wish', Timmy is diagnosed with a brain tumor, and this sends him on a journey through the ravages of pediatric cancer surgery and treatment while he continues to live out his life's purpose. Timmy's Wish is told through the experiences of his older brother who chronicles his younger brother's amazing life and their relationship with each other and their family as they battle this disease together. The family, without warning, must now deal with the realities of life, death, grief, and resilience while also battling the challenge to their faith as prayer has failed to bring them the answers they seek. In recognition of the many families who are faced with similar challenges, there are resources listed for families and individuals who seek family care services and options for managing the grief that inevitably comes with this traumatic experience. Timmy's Wish is the moving true story of how one life and one wish inspires his brother, his family, and a community and continues to do so through his lessons from heaven.

This is the story of a girl named Tommye who grew up on a very isolated island farm in rural Arkansas. She will tell the reader how the joy of her idyllic life was tempered by danger from the alligators and cotton mouth moccasins; by loss of family and friends, some of which were her pets; by trauma of being taught to kill animals for food, and rabid animals for protection; and wariness of the unknown, particularly school. Her curiosity, lack of fear, and strong sense of adventure often made her happy, but just as often put her in danger. She realizes at a young age that she likes being the best at whatever she tackles, a trait which causes a lot of pain in her life. She takes the reader with her as she learned to fish, hunt, pick berries, and harvest things from the garden. She introduces you to so many wonderful animals that are her friends. She says that she grew up in the country....the wild country. She also says that she doesn't know why she wasn't put into the reform school at age four. Most people would say that she grew up almost like a wild thing, but that isn't totally true, she was taught manners, strong southern manners. She makes it very clear that addressing any adult without using Mr., Mrs., Sir, or Mam was just not acceptable in her time and place. She finds that she has a very strong need to protect those that she loves both humans and animals. In this time and place that she grew up, the love of God and country was just a part of one's life, therefore, she has never been afraid to fight for what she thinks is right, or anyone that she thinks needs protecting. She learns many lessons in this ten-year period that this book encompasses. She learns that rabies is a scary thing, that mothballs don't cook very well, that eggs stick to concrete when it is 115 degrees outside, that love doesn't have a color, that it hurts when people you love die, that your horse and dog love you more than anybody else does, that electric shock hurts, that stepping on a nail gets you a tetanus shot, that shooting a snake in the house with a .12 gauge shotgun will blow a hole in the wall, that shoes are for sissies, and that you don't ride your grandmother's horse unless you want your butt beat!!!! She acts as the reader's guide through a wonderful time in the 1940's and 1950's when a little girl grows up in such a fascinating way and has so many incredible adventures, and learns so many 'life lessons'. It is a story that will appeal to all ages...those in which it will invoke similar memories, and those that have no clue what life was like back in that time and place. I didn't just live on that island; I was a part of it. I was the dust in the turn rows, I was the heatwaves made by the blistering summer sun, I was the huge catalpa trees by the storm cellar, I was the cool night breezes, I was the chocolate colored lake with fish, frogs, turtles, alligators and snakes, I was Joe and Miss Mookie, and Lou and John Henry.....I didn't just know these things, I was these things....and they were me.

Growing up in the South, there was one thing that everyone seemed to have in common-a front porch. It was our collective window to our world. We would relax there as a family or sometimes even alone to watch the day's events go by. They made up the crazy quilt that defines our lives. This collection of my memories takes you to a place beyond that old front porch. A place where you may laugh...you may cry...but you just may find a reflection of yourself!

ROMAN BLAISE "Understanding the Complex Reality of the SCHOOL BUS DRIVER'S JOB" is the testimony of a school bus driver named Roman Blaise. Throughout the school year, trying to please everyone and answer every question; screaming at the students for their safety on the bus, also smiling, playing and even dancing for them. When necessary, requiring order out of troublemakers, caution out of harassment of other drivers, fairness out of indifference. This book contains important tools of prevention, asks for more children's understanding, talks about what Roman Blaise has seen and heard, raises various problems encountered by school bus drivers, laments the loss of a colleague. It also questions the system of things and is waiting for answers, forces drivers to learn to adapt to students, raises the barrier of communication between migrant drivers and students, and tests the driver's conscience. It ends the last school day with the tears of a black kindergartener who will miss forever the affection of his dear white female teacher. Everyone endowed with the passion to know, should reserve in his library a space for this fascinating book, "Understanding the Complex Reality of the SCHOOL BUS DRIVER'S JOB".

Susanne Ellis unveils her debut book, A Beautiful Broad Place, an inspirational true story that shares her account of going from living in the darkest of places to living in a place transformed by light. You're about to embark on a personal journey with many destinations. Life is like a roller coaster ride: full of ups, downs, and surprises around every corner. Hold onto your seat as we take a look at how the twists and turns of life can throw anyone's world into chaos. Then, observe how the peace and kindness of a loving God sets things right and brings healing and hope once again.

To protect her daughter and gain her freedom, a millionaire's wife must choose to break the cycle of abuse and leave everything behind.To the world, she is a successful Catholic Primary School and Public School teacher with over 20 years' experience overseas, and here in Australia. Behind closed doors, she's locked in a dungeon of abuse for 24 years - controlled, intimidated, abused, and manipulated by her husband.With no one knowing the truth, she was trapped! Awakened by fear and determination to gain her freedom and save her youngest daughter, Arabella, from the same fate she and her adult daughter experienced, Bren plotted her escape to Australia.Bren Petersen's story will stay with you long after you've turned the last page, as she brings awareness to the pains of intergenerational trauma patterns of abuse, control, and manipulation in the family. Prepare to be moved to tears and be inspired as Bren's story reveals the shocking effects of abuse, the price she paid for staying long abused, and her amazing bravery and insurmountable faith in the goodness of God.

An intense literary memoir of love and grief "Our marriage was, from any conventional point of view, wildly implausible; and you, my dear son, are the miraculous product of this beautiful, rather crazy, and all too brief love affair." When Dylan Riley received the devastating news that his wife, Emanuela, had cancer, he began writing blog posts describing the anguish and disarray brought by her worsening symptoms. Perdita is written for their teenage son, Eamon. It is a lyrical memoir of a marriage, from their heady first encounters in Rome. It is also a raw and moving account of a bereavement. Cancer, Riley reflects, is a pitiless opponent. It drains hope of its power and turns it into self-delusion. Living with cancer is to experience a progressive foreshortening of time. Next year might be terrible, but there can be a few good months now; tomorrow will likely be bad, but let's focus on today. Riley finds that hope itself, that tricky and dangerous emotion, grows out of the soil of our mortality, and of the mortality of those we love. Perdita offers no advice. It tries more simply to represent a lost connection. "I wanted the world to know what it had it had lost," he explains, "and maybe in knowing it to make her live again."