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Chrissy’s song has not diminished over the years And the yellow daffodils still bloom. She was a beautiful child created from desperation, Christina Marie lit up lives and caused others to change their way of thinking. This is the story that shaped a family and taught a woman to fight back, stand up and believe in herself. And a child who was old beyond her years, aching to remain the big sister whom her siblings adored, but knowing her time on earth was numbered.

A very Southern mother-in-law's humorous advice to mothers-in-law everywhere. From the multiple New York Times best-selling author of The Red Hat Club. Best-selling author Haywood Smith and her pals have lots of personal experience in the joys, sorrows, pitfalls and flat-out hysteria of Mother-in-Lawness.

From the author of "A Marriage Knot" Reviews from the readers: "An excellent read that draws you in with the strong characterization..." "As usual Sobhana’s narrative, though sounds simple, conveys a profound understanding of human mind." "delightful and engaging" "The Mentor leaves a very good message about life and about how the human mind works...I always admire this about Shobana's books... the insights that leave you with a lot of thoughts to ponder over.." "This book is radically different from most- it takes a sensitive topic which generally is viewed to have only two shades- black...

From the author of "A Marriage Knot" Reviews from readers : "it's one of the best books I read after a long time" "Just couldn't keep the book off without finishing it." "A mesmerizing beautiful powerful optimistic story with a happy ending." "Full of surprises." "Awesome storytelling. The plot was incredibly put together. " "I couldn't stop reading in between so completed the book in one stretch." "Keep me up all night." "Real stress buster in my lockdown days" "This is such a warm and good read with unexpected twists." "it’s a light weight book that conveys strong life Values" "Shobana ...

For too long, we've thought of fathers as little more than sources of authority and economic stability in the lives of their children. Yet cutting-edge studies drawing unexpected links between fathers and children are forcing us to reconsider our assumptions and ask new questions: What changes occur in men when they are "expecting"? Do fathers affect their children’s language development? What are the risks and rewards of being an older-than-average father at the time the child is born?

Let’s admit it: No marriage is perfect. Every couple has some misunderstandings and conflicts. However, happy couples can prevent their misunderstandings from escalating. Even if they argue emotionally, they never resort to psychological abuse. They always figure out a compromise, afterward. Some unhappy couples can’t deal with the tiniest disagreement. Any random word or action can trigger a violent conflict.

More than a decade after the New York Times best-selling anthology The Bitch in the House spoke up loud and clear for a generation of young women, nine of the original contributors are back - along with 16 captivating new voices - sharing their ruminations from an older, stronger, and wiser perspective about love, sex, work, family, independence, body image, health, and aging: the critical flash points of women's lives today.

Through every family run memories that bind it together - despite everything. The Tulls of Baltimore are no exception. Abandoned by her salesman husband, Pearl is left to bring up her three children alone - Cody, a flawed devil; Ezra, a flawed saint; and Jenny, errant and passionate. Now as Pearl lies dying, stiffly encased in her pride and solitude, the past is unlocked and with it, secrets. A classic novel from one of America's greatest living novelists, now available as an audiobook.

A look at how commercialization has transformed youth sports from fun into a heavily commercialized and profitable venture. Examining the youth sports economy from many sides - the major corporations, the small entrepreneurs, the coaches, the parents, and, of course, the kids - Hyman probes the reasons for rapid changes in what gets bought and sold in this lucrative marketplace. He reveals the effects on kids and profiles the individuals and communities bucking this destructive trend of commercialization.

Grace Johnson can’t escape the feeling that her life is on autopilot—until her husband announces he’s done with their marriage. Grace has a choice: wallow in humiliation . . . or reluctantly grant her outlandish mother’s seventieth birthday wish with a road trip Graceland. Buckle up, Elvis. We’re on our way.

Thirty years later, something is wrong with Spence. The Great Man can’t concentrate; he falls asleep reading The New York Review of Books. With their daughter, Sarah, away at medical school, Pru must struggle on her own to care for him. One day, feeling especially isolated, Pru meets a man, and the possibility of new romance blooms. Meanwhile, Spence’s estranged son from his first marriage has come back into their lives. Arlo, a wealthy entrepreneur who invests in biotech, may be his father’s last, best hope.

Dr. C. Nicole Swiner---wife, mother, best-selling author and publisher, family doctor and #nosuperwoman expert. Ric Swiner--husband, father, veteran news anchorman and journalist, photographer, videographer and DJ Big Fella NC. ---------- This all began as an Instagram Live series, which was a lot of fun and, hopefully, there are little nuggets that we shared and will share here. We also did this for posterity, so that our kids can watch and read it later, when they grow up, and see how Mom and Dad survived the pandemic. We also wanted to carry on the tradition of what we've been doing for ...

Interracial families are more common than ever, yet their unique stories often remain untold. This transparent poetry collection offers a deeply personal glimpse into my journey—growing up in a predominantly single-race family, navigating the intricacies of interracial relationships, and raising biracial children. Through honest and unfiltered reflections, I delve into the joys, challenges, and struggles in building an interracial family, while also celebrating the love, cultural connection and sense of belonging that makes this journey meaningful.

A 3-in-1 collection of Serenity Woods's standalone contemporary romances. Book 4: Remember Me He has a second chance at love—but will he make the same mistake all over again? New Zealand Army soldier Hamish McIntyre’s returning home from war, and he’s half the man he used to be. In his eyes, anyway. He’s lost the lower half of his right leg, and the bomb also knocked out his memories of the last ten years. When he returns home, his brother takes him to their beach house on the west coast of New Zealand to recuperate, hoping the peace and quiet will help him heal. Hamish can remember...

From the Author of "A Marriage Knot" REVIEWS FROM THE READERS : "I couldn't put the book down." "Every character is endearing... " "a pure blend of emotions" "I finished the book In one stretch . I couldn't stop .. "just the perfect light read... Happy, funny, feel good kinda book that brings a smile on your face... A simple straight love story with a HEA" "Written in simple language it's a heartwarming story which keeps a smile pasted on readers face." "I love it when writers can infuse humour into their writing and Shobana seems to be my new find in that"**********************************...

Reviews from the readers : "The book is extremely well written." "The story telling was immaculate." "Couldn’t put down the book till I finished.." "Complete Bliss" "Had goosebumps in the end" "Wow! True love wins" "…it was really a rollercoaster ride The thrill was amazing and couldn't put it down till I finished ." "all emotions and dilemmas poured out effortlessly" "kept me hooked was the sprinkle of humor & the not-so-easily predictable suspense maintained till the last chapter." "Author have come up with a plan to steal our hearts with this book with her excellent writing skills." ...

Women are constantly being told that it's simply too difficult to balance work and family, so if they don't really "have to" work, it's better for their families if they stay home. Not only is this untrue, Leslie Bennetts says, but the arguments in favor of stay-at-home motherhood fail to consider the surprising benefits of work and the unexpected toll of giving it up. It's time, she says, to get the message across: combining work and family really is the best choice for most women.

When Nina Sharma meets Quincy while hitching a ride to a friend’s Fourth of July barbecue, she spots a favorite book, Maxine Hong Kingston’s The Woman Warrior, in the back seat of his cramped car, and senses a sadness from him that’s all too familiar to her. She is immediately intrigued—who is this man? In The Way You Make Me Feel, Sharma chronicles her and Quincy’s love story, and in doing so, examines how their Black and Asian relationship becomes the lens through which she moves through and understands the world.

What is a dream but a fight against the odds? A struggle to rise above the ordinary and express a creativity that encapsulates the soul. When love is shared, that emotion becomes a dual consciousness. As a small child, Seth Ward had seen a valley filled with wild strawberry plants and imagined that one day he would own that land and cultivate those plants. Growing to adulthood and facing the harsh reality of raising two small children in Bloody Kansas of the 1850's, however, life was reduced to dreary survival and dreams were tucked away into the recesses of yesteryear.When love and ...

In Who Stole Cinderella?, Denise Renner shares why "happily ever after" is not a gift for a selected few, but rather an art that anyone can master who's willing to learn. With genuine warmth and candor, Denise recounts the journey of her own struggles in marriage and the unique insights she learned along the way to attaining emotional health and happiness. Your life will be enriched by the biblical wisdom Denise imparts and the originality with which she sheds light on your path to happily ever after and shows you right where to begin again if you've lost your way.