Changing Families

Being a parent is a powerful experience, but often we don't anticipate the many ways it will change us. Expectant and new parents will find this book helpful because it examines the real effects children exert on a parent's sense of self, concept of love, personal and work goals, and your family relationships and friendships, and it explores the basis of the deep satisfaction we derive from being a parent - as well as areas that create stress.

In an attention-grabbing story, author Karl P. Monger shares his experiences as a United States Army officer, including the transition trials he experienced when he left the Army and sought to find purpose in civilian life. Despite government programs and 40,000 nonprofits dedicated to veterans, transition from the military remains a veteran’s greatest challenge. Monger highlights a common sense approach for veterans to gain control over their transition and shows how communities can help them achieve lives of hope and purpose.

At just nine years old, Isla Delgado had already endured more than her fair share of trauma. When she's forced to live with her dad and his new wife for six months, Isla's anxiety worsens. She’s convinced her stepmom is an evil witch. Determined to protect herself, Isla sets out to expose her stepmom's true nature. But as she gets to know this new family member, Isla begins to realize that not everything is as it seems.

EARTHQUAKE. TSUNAMI. DISASTER. Off the coast of Australia, a massive submarine landslide triggers a tsunami of unprecedented scale, hurtling towards the iconic Queensland Coast. Thousands are in the path of destruction, and time is running out. For Amy Jacobs, it’s an ordinary morning—until she notices the ocean pulling back unnaturally during her walk along the boardwalk with her two young children. She knows something is terribly wrong. Mark Jacobs is across town getting a haircut when he receives the emergency alert: head for higher ground. With nothing but flat terrain in sight, his...

In a small coastal village, a grandfather and his grandson Abílio grapple with the harsh realities of climate change. As the sea rises and their beloved town faces destruction, the grandfather reflects on the signs he has observed for years—strange fish from distant waters and a warming ocean. Despite his family’s pleas to leave, the grandfather feels a deep connection to his home. This poignant drama explores themes of loss, environmental change, and the bond between generations, culminating in a powerful and bittersweet decision.

Looking for a hilarious and heartwarming read that will leave you feeling inspired? Look no further than "A Fresh of Breath Air," the delightful tale from Andrea Frazer. After years of dreaming about a life in the country, this family of six finally takes the plunge and jumps off the edge, abandoning their comfortable city life for the unknown of rural living. From navigating the highs and lows of a more self-sufficient lifestyle to chasing down the local ghost, "A Fresh of Breath Air" chronicles their first year as "turnips" in the countryside. Follow along as they learn the ins and outs ...

In Kindness and Confidence: Raising Kids to Change the World, you’ll learn practical strategies to help you survive the day-to-day struggles of raising a family in a world that is often cruel. Raising kind, cooperative, and confident kids is the goal we're all seeking.

A girl's life hangs in the balance. A marriage is driven to breaking point. When the unimaginable happens, who can you turn to? "Very occasionally a story jumps out at you with a raw burst of originality. This is that moment." ~ Lorraine Devon Wilke, Author As a London suburb reels from riots in neighbouring Brixton, Graham Jones finds fatherhood an increasingly frightening place. How can he hope to protect teenage daughter Judy when the world is already so different from the one he grew up in? But the future holds more fear than he can possibly imagine. One afternoon, a wall collapses, ...

Change your lifestyle. Develop safe and healthy habits. Have strong mental health, care for subjective well-being, strengthen your strengths and stay away from bad habits. Be self-motivated for change and development to stay safe and happy. Dr. Gurudas Bandyopadhyay, an experienced and well-renowned expert in Health, Safety, Security & Environment, has shared valuable insights on how you can think positively and inculcate safe behavior. This book is the toolbox that can help you to fix your problems starting from Tool Bx Talks to the De-briefing session when you call it a day. This book is ...

The book provides a roadmap for initiating difficult but crucial conversations around climate change, from understanding the science behind climate change to addressing emotional and psychological barriers. The book provides listeners with strategies to remain calm and empathetic, even when talking to people who view climate change differently.

This captivating lifetime experience is about a young woman from the hometown of Harper Lee and Truman Capote in rural Alabama. She hates conflict even though she is habitually involved in it. Her frantic fight with debt tops the list. Debt is wildly chasing her like a cheetah running after a deer. Her peculiar solutions threaten her sanity and self-respect. Suffering one setback after another keeps her emotionally exhausted. She does not quit because this basic truth keeps her motivated. The alternative of returning to her hometown is demoralizing. She does not belong there.

Welcome to our book on prayers and scripture for fathers. Let’s think of it as less of a book and more of an afternoon we can spend together, praying for and encouraging each other. Consider it time we can share as friends and hold each other up. As a father and a layman in the church, I understand the bad day you have had. The tough work schedule, the strife at home. I have been there, and I want to meet you there in order to show you a way forward for your soul. We are on the same team, you and I, and we can work together on this.

Sergio se asomó al mundo sin poder verlo: nació ciego. Cuando quiso sentir y reconocer su entorno, el autismo le hizo aún más difícil su comprensión. La vida no se lo puso fácil, pero fue sumamente generosa al darle el mejor de los hermanos, Juanma, un muchacho alegre, vital y emprendedor, quien junto con Sergio se embarcó en un emocionante viaje que se convirtió en el reto de sus vidas.

This audiobook is about those big life changes. You’ll hear stories about motherhood and how deeply becoming a parent changes you as a person. You’ll hear about life circumstances involving grief and loss and the importance of keeping hope alive throughout these very difficult times. Finally, you'll hear stories about healing and how to stay positive and resilient when you’re experiencing a hard life situation.

Ignite will help you in any small group setting you are in, whether it be a Bible study, church, or just hanging out with friends. Each time you meet, use the check-ins to help you assess eight areas of your life, set action steps, and share it with others for accountability. This is a life-changing tool that will help you become aware and recognize areas in your life that may be weak, then asking God to help you change them to glorify Him. You will begin to change as you set your action steps and follow through.

Max Harrison begins his journey as an eager intern at WLGF, a small-town radio station in Greenfield, where he quickly becomes captivated by the energy of live broadcasting—and by Evelyn Porter, the station’s warm and confident receptionist. Their connection grows from late-night chats in the studio to genuine friendship, and soon, love. Together, they navigate the excitement of building careers at WLGF and the challenges of starting a family, finding comfort in small moments like dancing to vinyl records at home and sharing quiet confessions under the stars. Over the years, Max’s ...

This audiobook seeks to address two questions. The first is the question of what happens when fathers are absent from the lives of their children. This audiobook is written from the female perspective so it focuses on the father daughter relationship. The second question it addresses is that of what happens when those who have had a fractured relationship come to know God as a father; does it change them and if so what does the change look like? The author hopes to share personal experiences that she has had to navigate in her own relationship with her father.

What if a few simple communication skills could improve relationships in your separated family? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to communicate properly in your separated or divorced family? We all know how complicated it can be...constantly having to deal with difficult conversations, mixed emotions, heated discussions and a lot of frustration.

So you just saw a picture from your child’s recent school trip and noticed them sitting alone, while other children play together. As a parent, your heart races. Are they okay? What can I do? What does my child need? We know that friendships are beautiful and essential. They teach children to socialize, support one another, and communicate. Children who fail to learn basic social skills run risks of negative experiences later in life.

Effective communication is essential to help your son or daughter to be able to cope with this high-stress time and prevent long-term issues with teen depression, low self-esteem, and social anxiety. In this straightforward positive parenting book, you will learn the seven most important parenting skills for helping your child to overcome COVID-19 anxiety.