Our Dark Divinity explores the link between planetary initiation and the next expansion of the human psyche. In the outer worlds we are opening into the mysteries of black holes, quantum physics, nuclear fusion, dark matter and dark energy. In the inner realms the emergence of a global spirituality that grounds us deeply in our relationship with each other, all life on earth, and cosmos is appearing. One of the intentions of this book is to offer a unifying framework grounded in cosmology,...

“Santa Claus would have to travel at 40,000 miles a second to reach all of the children on Christmas Eve.” — Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, California Imagine flying through space – circling our world at 40,000 miles a second! You can see the Earth as Santa Claus sees it on Christmas Eve – there goes North America in the blink of an eye – now Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, Australia, Antarctica! Again and again he circles our planet until every child has been touched by the spi...

In America's Holy Ground: 61 Faithful Reflections on Our National Parks, dive deeper into a unique aspect of each park, from Acadia to Zion, and reframe how you think about the parks and your faith. Connections, sabbath, reflection, perspective, beginnings, art, restoration - these are just a few of the themes you'll encounter on your national park journey. A trio of questions with each entry will help you see the bigger picture of your life and new ways to approach your relationship with ...

Slow down. Breathe deeply. Be in the moment. The national parks have always called to something deep in you — a hunger for wonder, for stillness, for a moment that feels genuinely alive. But standing at the rim of the Grand Canyon or beneath a cathedral of redwoods, it's easy to feel like you're watching the world rather than belonging to it. That feeling isn't a failure. It's an invitation. The National Parks Inspiration Guide was written for travelers who sense there is more to find and ...

Risk AssessmentExplore the fundamentals of risk assessment with references to the latest standards, methodologies, and approachesThe Second Edition of Risk Assessment: A Practical Guide to Assessing Operational Risks delivers a practical exploration of a wide array of risk assessment tools in the contexts of preliminary hazard analysis, job safety analysis, task analysis, job risk assessment, personnel protective equipment hazard a...

A small-town contemporary friends-to-lovers romance set in Carolina Cove featuring a protective doctor and a trauma-wise counselor who are strictly off-limits. Expect workplace hospital tension, forced proximity at a mountain cabin retreat, slow burn, closed-door chemistry, caretaker and healing vibes, and a heartfelt path...

From the authors of America’s Holy Ground: 61 Faithful Reflections on Our National Parks. The National Park Service oversees more than the 61 national parks; monuments and historic sites mark where important events in America’s story occurred, protect unique natural landmarks, and remember those who changed history. Brad Lyons and Bruce Barkhauer help you consider how your faith and values are reflected in those treasured places. America’s Holy Sites: 50 Faithful Reflections on Our Nationa...

Guided imagery is a transformative practice for reducing stress, healing mind and body, and improving performance. This definitive collection brings together leading pioneers in the field of guided imagery to share its theory, practice and history.Readers are introduced to the extensive uses of imagery, from its medical application for pain relief, cancer care and other physical healing, through its significant contribution to mental health and depth psychology, to its application ...

In 1849, Virginia began a bold railroad expansion toward the Ohio River and its lucrative trade connections. The project's plan covered 423 miles and called for piercing two mountain chains with three railroads. The Blue Ridge Railroad was the shortest of these but crossed the most mountainous terrain. At times, hired slaves, who prepared the tracks, and Irish immigrants, who blasted the tunnels, faced challenges that seemed almost insurmountable. Many were killed by explosions and falling...

The true story of the construction of the historic Crozet railroad tunnel—as seen through the eyes of three Irish immigrant families who helped build it.In one of the greatest engineering feats of the time, Claudius Crozet led the completion of Virginia's Blue Ridge Tunnel in 1858. More than a century and a half later, the tunnel stands as a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, but the stories and lives of those who built it are the true lasting triumph.

Brings together the nation's leading scholars on the prehistory and early history of Alabama and the southeastern USThis fascinating collection was born of a concern with Alabama's past and the need to explore and explain that legacy, so often hidden by the veils of time, ignorance, or misunderstanding. In 1981 The University of Alabama celebrated its 150th anniversary, and each College contributed to the celebration by sponsoring a special symposium. The College o...

"Insightful, heartwarming, and it can help so many people." - John Quiñones, Emmy-winning ABC News Correspondent and host of "What Would You Do?""An insightful and concise marriage manual... Lyons does a commendable job in highlighting simple ways to foster a healthy marriage. A book that brims with collaborative spirit." - KIRKUS REVIEWSAfter more than fifty years of marriage, Michael J. Lyons knows what lasts. In...