The works included in this collection were originally written when I was living in New York City from 2000 to 2002. At the time, I was studying writing at Eugene Lang College, part of The New School for Social Research. These works are a blend of nonfiction and fiction ... what is known as literary nonfiction. “Hibernation” is my college senior work, completed under the guidance of the wonderfully eccentric writer Lynda Schor.

A surprising look at what happens to the actual school buildings in the wake of school closures.School districts across the United States have closed thousands of schools since 2000 to cope with chronic underfunding and budget crises, declining enrollment, and poorly maintained buildings. Our knowledge about school closures has focused on battles over closure decision-making and the impacts of closing schools on communities of color in the immediate aftermath of th...

Pamela lives with her husband Peter, and Benjy the dog.Her daughter Tamara currently lives in Vancouver,B.C.Her step daughter Yvonne lives in Edmonton, Alberta.Her step son Micheal lives on Vancouver IslandHer Stepson Jason lives in Ottawa.

Tales of adventure, intrigue, fantasy and drama with a touch of humor. Escape to a another time and another place

Dans sa chambre, à l'étage le plus élevé d'une tour, Élaine la belle, Élaine l'aimable, Élaine, la blanche fille d'Astolat, gardait l'écu sacré de Lancelot. Elle l'avait d abord placé à l'endroit où les premiers rayons du matin pouvaient le frapper et la réveiller par leur éclat. Plus tard, craignant la rouille ou quelque souillure, elle lui fit un fourreau de soie et y broda toutes les armoiries blasonnées sur l'écu, avec les couleurs qui leur étaient propres; elle ajouta de son idée une ...

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Shalem Institute, this collection of experiential and academic essays offers modern contemplative reflections from new and renowned voices in spiritual leadership.Founded in 1973 by the Rev. Dr. Tilden H. Edwards, Jr., Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation offers retreats, workshops, and groups centered around contemplative spirituality. The culmination of half a century of charitable ministry, this commemorative antholo...

“This parenting book actually made me a better parent.”—Lydia Kiesling, The New York TimesFrom #1 New York Times bestselling authors, the ultimate “parenting bible” (The Boston Globe)—a timeless, beloved book on how to effectively communicate with your child.This bestselling classic by internationally acclaimed experts on communication between parents and children includes fresh insights and suggestions, as well a...

When parenting authorities Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish sat down to write the national bestseller How to Talk so Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, they found that the could not contain their chapter on sibling rivalry. No matter how much they tried to pare down their advice, they found the subject inexhaustible—and parents agreed!Siblings Without Rivalry guides the way to family peace and tranquility with humor and compassion for both parents and chil...

Toda história de vida tem valor e potência. Um lugar de encontro, em que nos percebemos e encontramos. É isso o que 46 pessoas, homens e mulheres, contam aqui. Como ponto em comum, todos vivenciam algum tipo de dor causada por uma doença que ameaça a continuidade de suas vidas. Gente que se encontra sob "Cuidados Paliativos" expressão que por muito tempo gerou tabu e desconforto em quem não compreendia a extensão desse cuidado. Todos aqueles que enfrentam os desafios impostos por uma doenç...

Heather Walton’s highly imaginative approach to theological thinking has led to significant developments in the field of autoethnography, creative writing within theology and theology through creative practice. Her theological work is rooted in deep engagement with lived experience. Over her thirty years in the University of Glasgow she has been a leading figure in the fields of literature, theology and the arts, practical theology, and most recently theology through creative practice. The...

This friendly guide provides expert advice on how to identify, understand, and reduce the level of anxiety in your life. It covers the various methods of treatment, offering practical guidance on the importance of nutrition and relaxation, the benefits of conventional and alternative medicine, and proven therapeutic exercises. The audiobook is the perfect way for some to learn great techniques and methods to combat anxiety whilst in pressured public situations or in the comfort of your own...

Em um mundo que se reinventa a cada segundo, a mudança não é uma opção, mas a única constante. No seu dia a dia, tanto na Editora Brasport — uma referência em publicações de gestão e tecnologia que busca transformar vidas com conteúdo de qualidade — quanto na Advisor, líder em agilidade para negócios, você vivencia a velocidade e a complexidade das transformações. Mas, como não apenas sobreviver, mas prosperar e impulsionar sua carreira e sua organização nesse cenário dinâmico? A resposta ...