Family Work

Rath planned on following Dàn for his whole life and the path was likely to be a little strange. A trip to Niagara Falls to find a demon might be odd but not all that unexpected. Before Dàn can get the demon’s secrets, a whirlwind of dangers come at them. But this tourist destination has more to offer than they expect. Including an exotic dancer named Destiny who might be able to make all Rath’s dreams come true. But she has her own secrets and when a terrorizing pedophile targets her daughter, she’ll have to overcome her fears and work with Rath to protect what’s most important. ...

Ixion has been spinning endlessly for eons. He spins—enduring the venom of snakes that bind him to a wheel of fire. Millennia have past and yet he still rages! Still curses those who have judged him! Each and every day, he vows that if he ever escapes his eternal punishment he'll set the whole world on fire! Then, despite the Underworld being sealed long ago, he breaks free... Sophia, Daughter of Hades, has been tasked to find him at all costs. But she and her team of ancient monsters and demigods soon find themselves navigating a world that has all but forgotten them—dismissing their ...

ATTENTION STUDENTS: If you need to write a paper on work-life balance, then this is the perfect reference. It's simple, easy to understand, and right to the point. This eBook is about work-life balance. First it looks at the benefits of work-life balance including reduced stress, reduced absenteeism, reduced turnover, increased morale, increased productivity, and increased job satisfaction. Next it examines challenges of work-life balance programs including expenses, communication, and career progression. Then it discusses ways that employees can improve their own personal work-life balance...

Some might say I’d give the Grinch a run for his money. And they’d be right. But this hot little number thinks she can soften me. Not a chance. I won’t bend for anything or anyone. My past made me this way and I’m good with it. Then I start to feel love seeping in. Maybe there’s a way to save myself. Besides, she doesn’t want to ruin her reputation or risk her career. Another man might not have dared her to. But how can I resist those legs in high heels? Or her warm, welcoming heart? I can’t. Maybe something besides the snow is melting. ‘Tis the season, after all. Note to ...

It's late on Friday night when Casey's mobile starts to ring. She is expecting it to be her daughter, Riley. But it isn't Riley. It's a woman from the Emergency Duty Team. So begins Casey and Mike's latest fostering challenge - a 15-year-old girl called Keeley who's run away from her long-term foster home 25 miles away.

Low-wage workers make up the largest group of employed parents in the United States, yet scant attention has been given to their experiences as new mothers and fathers. Work Matters brings the unique stories of these diverse individuals to light. Drawing on years of research and more than fifteen hundred family interviews, Maureen Perry-Jenkins describes how new parents cope with the demands of infant care while holding down low-wage, full-time jobs, and she considers how managing all of these responsibilities have long-term implications for child development.

This Quinn cowgirl doesn't need a lot for her birthday...just the cowboy she's been crushing on for months. Will Flynn ever see Jessie standing right in front of him? Jessica Quinn has a hard time with cowboys seeing her as more than another pair of hands or the brains behind the calf auctions for her family's ranch. No one wants to play poker with her, because she can read people like an open book. And the one cowboy she wants to notice her? Her older brother's best friend and the one man who seems incapable of making a commitment. Flynn Hollister has been at Quinn Valley Ranch for five ...

For trauma survivors struggling with intense memories and emotions, it often feels like life won't ever be "normal" again. Effective treatments are out there, but the needs of family members are often overlooked. Will the person you love ever get better? What can you do to promote healing? Where can you turn when you just can't cope? From experienced trauma specialists Claudia Zayfert, PhD, and Jason C. DeViva, PhD, this compassionate guide is packed with information, support, vivid stories, and specific advice.

Cheer on as karma delivers justice to entitled JERKS! It's a sad truth that some people think they deserve special treatment because of their job, appearance or social status. Or just because it's Tuesday. These self-centered jerks act as if the world revolves around them, while pushing down anyone who stands in their way. Demanding sacrifices and obedience from their friends, co-workers and even complete strangers. But what happens when karma catches up to these self proclaimed elites, and delivers them a hefty dose of justice? Deliciously satisfying and humorous results. And the odd ...

Motels, mescaline, and murder. Meet Frank Trinity. This is the mid-1980s. Before the fall of the Berlin Wall. Imagine a duet between Ross Macdonald and Elmore Leonard. The world is changing but Tucson hasn’t changed since Trinity left. Trinity’s searching for a missing girl. He’s uncovering family secrets. Even in Tucson’s heat, Trinity stays cool. Sipping coffee in the Presidio. Hustling tennis in the foothills. Blasting Cannonball Adderley from the speakers of his white Bronco. The car didn’t turn heads, but it accelerated like a refugee from hell. Trinity is looking for a ...

As home life and work life become increasingly integrated in contemporary life, success (or failure) in either has an undeniable effect on the other. And while the profound events that began the 21st century have intensified the desire to focus on what matters most to us, there is still often a substantial gap between what we say matters most and the way we actually spend our time and money. Our credit-card and checking-account statements may clearly reflect this. But it is possible to keep both areas moving forward in positive ways.

In this blunt and side-splittingly funny collection of essays, Liz Astrof embraces the realities of motherhood (and womanhood) that no one ever talks about - from needing to hide from your kids on a regular basis to the eternal quest for time alone, from the terror of failing to sometimes seriously wondering whether this whole parenting thing was a big mistake.

Former Hope’s Haven schoolteacher Martha Eicher has always been the responsible one, putting her family first and caring for her widowed father and two younger sisters. But now they’re all happily married, and Martha isn’t sure where she fits in anymore . . . until she hears that Asher Lantz needs a nanny. Even though her childhood friendship with Asher ended abruptly years ago, when a misunderstanding drove a wedge between them, Martha offers her assistance.

Well, balancing parenting, the time it takes for soccer, family, a career, food, etc. is difficult. Not knowing how to communicate well with your child can make it even more difficult. Improving your soccer parenting takes time to find what works best for you. However, this book will dramatically reduce your time to discover the keys to avoid common pitfalls many others encounter. This book’s aim is to help with the important areas of parenting a soccer player.

"Unwind: Mindfulness Techniques for Managing Work and Family Stress" Your Guide to a Harmonious Life Welcome to a New Way of Being In the hustle of everyday life, finding tranquility can seem like a distant dream. "Unwind: Mindfulness Techniques for Managing Work and Family Stress" is more than just a book; it's a gateway to a life where stress is not your constant companion, and balance is more than a fleeting moment. This book is your personal journey toward a world where each day unfolds with calm and clarity. Embark on a Transformative Experience This detailed guide offers a rich ...

There is no higher praise we can give people than to say they have good character. But what does this mean, really? What makes this quality so essential to achieving personal success and fulfillment? More importantly, how can we build our own character and live more satisfying lives? Reflecting society's diversity, the contributors to this unique collection of essays speak from various cultural and professional backgrounds to share their observations on living with integrity, honesty, and compassion.

Someone wants me dead. It’s a little rude. Mandatory work trips are bad enough. Someone trying to kill me is even worse. Good news, an ancient stage light didn’t crash on top of me. Bad news, someone else died. If flying into Phoenix wasn’t bad enough, now I’m stuck in a hotel with my co-workers, and one of them wants me dead. This should be an easy case to solve. How many people could hate me? Holt Jacobs isn’t for everyone. He’s a sarcastic introvert who can never get quite enough coffee. Becoming a sarcastic sleuth was unexpected, but as an engineer, Holt is used to solving ...

Have you ever felt abandoned, as if everyone you care about always leaves? Are you tired of feeling shackled by unseen emotional chains, unsure of how to break free? I understand how exhausting it can be, feeling like you're always carrying the weight of your past. But I want you to know that it's not just you—it’s the wounded inner child within, crying out for healing and attention. Does any of these situations sound familiar? You struggle with deep-seated feelings of abandonment, fearing that those you love might one day leave. Emotional triggers from the past disrupt your current ...

You might be thinking Work-Life Balance is Unachievable as a New Dad! It's challenging but possible. We will help to explore methods to harmonize work and family life. Like any skill, parenting requires learning. This guide provides tools for a smoother journey into fatherhood.

Countless dads-to-be share the same questions and fears. Fatherhood can seem daunting, and frantic Google searches or generic parenting books don’t always help. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to have it all figured out right now.