Decades of family life leave an indelible mark on a person.Reflections is a collection of those memories brought to life in vivid detail of colorful images, scents, sounds, laughter, and tears.About the AuthorThe youngest of three daughters paints her recollections with words and descriptions of her beloved family and their experiences, both in the US and Mexico, descriptions rich enough to place the reader right there with her, and though there are fond and not-so-fo...

The constitutional balance of war powers has shifted from Congress to the president over time. Today, presidents broadly define their constitutional authority as commander in chief. In the nineteenth century, however, Congress was the institution that claimed and defended expansive war powers authority. This discrepancy raises important questions: How, specifically, did Congress define the boundaries between presidential and congressional war powers in the early republic? Did that definiti...

Denise Schipani shares her secret to being a 'Mean Mom,' and why it's better for your kids–and for you–in the long run." —Jen Singer, author You're a Good Mom (and Your Kids Aren't So Bad Either)"'Mean' moms make kids learn to do things for themselves from making breakfast to finding inner peace. I'm hoping I'm a little meaner myself after reading this book." —Lenore Skenazy, founder of the book and blog Free–Range Kids"I've chosen to be the kind of mother...

Don't just survive after your divorce --- WHY NOT THRIVE!Divorce has often been compared to surviving a traumatic event such as a car accident, a tornado, or a death.The Surgeon General reports that somewhere between 30-40% of people going through divorce show signs of depression and/or anxiety.While there's no doubt a divorce is difficult, you can take comfort that these numbers indicate that somewhere between 60-70% of people going through a divorce don't experien...

For every parent who's struggled to get off to school with a smile and ready for a fun, productive day, 151 Ways to Help Your Child Have a Great Day at School is a life-saver. Filled with 151 easy-to-do strategies and activities, Robin McClure gives the best tips for helping children get excited and make the most of their school day, every day:Breakfast can be the most important brain food of the day.Each day after school, ask your child what were the three BEST things that...

Have you ever wished you could slow down the daily grind—and even find a way to enjoy it?All too often, the hectic pace of modern life turns our households into a blur, leaving many parents—and kids—feeling depleted and disconnected. Enter Slow Family Living, an inspiring guide for parents who want to rediscover the meaning, comfort, and contentment found in the day to day of family life.Offering 75 simple ideas for reconnecting, this upbeat and invaluable resource...

The Happy Wife & The Happy Mother helps women who are feeling overwhelmed by trying to deal with life's daily struggles while not losing themselves in the process. Author Kimberly Hart has outlined 7 simple steps to enrich each aspect of your life while also enriching the lives of those in your family. She explains how to re-approach your life with a renewed attitude of optimism and gratitude while teaching you how to rid yourself of the trash in your life as well. She brings a fresh and u...

Find out what happy couples know that makes their marriages amazing instead of mundane!Harry H. Harrison's latest dose of wit and wisdom pays tribute to the sanctity of marriage and provides a trove of insight—1001 to be exact—into what it takes to have a happy union for a lifetime. Covering topics from the differences of the sexes, to money, marriage myths, and menopause, Harry doles out loads of practical tips and advice laced with his witty humor we've all come ...

"[S]tirring...a bold, inspiring and ultimately hopeful book."--Arianna Huffington, co-founder and editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post and author of the New York Times bestseller ThriveKaitlin Roig-Debellis is the first-grade teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary School who saved her entire class of fifteen six- and-seven-year-olds from the tragic events that took place on December 14, 2012, by piling them into a single-occupancy bathroom with...

How many times have your kids said, "You never listen to me!"? Or a fellow parent alarmingly asked, "You let your kid do what?" Now, Sheila Ellison reminds moms what all the hard work is for. With themes ranging from "Laugh Now, Clean Up Later" to "Bathing Suit Blues" and "The Compliment Cure," Sheila's common sense and warmth shine through in this companion for moms of all ages.When the laundry looms, the carpool calls, or the fourth-grade science project is due, mothers need a re...

If you are a homeschooler, or are married to one, you know it's true! This special breed of wife and mother is a largely unsung hero...that is until Todd Wilson decided to raise awareness, raise eyebrows, and raise some laughter. Sprinkled in between the seriously practical side of this book to husbands are Todd's own humorous cartoons. You'll need one for every homeschooling friend and church library!

"Lays out a plan for parents to enjoy themselves and not be slaves to their children while still offering their kids a warm, nurturing environment." — Publishers WeeklyParents were here first! How did the kids suddenly take control? Sure the world has changed from the days when children were supposed to be seen and not heard but things have gotten a little out of hand. What about some quality time for the grownups? Author Christie Mellor's hilarious, person...