Thriving and Surviving Raising Thirteen

Author: Anne Perrottet
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781922815057
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Get ready to plunge, fully clothed, into the deep waters of motherhood. With hilarious anecdotes and clever suggestions, 'Thriving and Surviving Raising 13' draws us deep into the great adventure of parenting a large brood. Anne Perrottet is an Australian dynamo: her book shows how it's possible to manifest an abiding love for every child while fostering their sporting spirit, embracing their losses, and fighting their corner. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer Director of the Conscience Project, and mother of ten. Full of warmth and wisdom, in "Thriving and Surviving Raising Thirteen", Anne Perrottet takes us on a very personal journey through motherhood, it's joys and heartbreaks, its many stretching moments, its sometimes near despair, and ultimately its rewards - not as an expert, but as a woman - who like many, are simply trying to do their best and, sometimes, but not always succeeding, yet never wavering in their determination to give their all for their children.' Maggie Hamilton Australian writer and social researcher, who delights in new possibilities and dreams of an even better future for us all. Lurking within every seemingly boring home is excitement, romance, and heartbreak. In the midst of it all is the encounter with God and the opportunity to grow in grace. Those with families of their own will understand and enjoy the book's stories and lessons. Those looking forward to the adventure of marriage and family will receive a better introduction than any catechism can provide! Very Rev. Paul D. Scalia Episcopal Vicar for Clergy: Diocese of Arlington Pastor: Saint James Catholic Church A heartwarming account of the beauty - and messiness - of life with 13 children that will make you laugh and cry, and then do it all again. Reading this book made me feel like I was sitting at the kitchen table with a good friend and hearing about her day. This story of family and faith, through the triumphs and tribulations, is an inspiration and one you won't want to miss. April Readlinger, Executive Director, CanaVox

Mothering and Welfare: Depriving, Surviving, Thriving

Author: Karine Levasseur
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781772582420
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This volume explores the intersections of welfare, gender, and mothering work in the context this political reality. It explores austerity and the policies of neoliberal governments that work to deprive some mothers of their welfare. This volume also explores how motherhood is socially constructed in various social locations and places around the world. Last, it examines different ways of thinking about mothering and what changes to laws and policies are required to assist all who are mothering and provide better support to their families.

The Sinner's Guide to Natural Family Planning

Author: Simcha Fisher
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
ISBN: 9781612787879
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 125

Book Description
If you've tried Natural Family Planning and have discovered that your life is now awful - or if you feel judged or judgey, or if you trust NFP but your doctor doesn't, or if you're just trying to figure out how the heck to have a sex life that is holy but still human - you'll find comfort, encouragement, honesty, wit, and, most important, practical advice in The Sinner's Guide to NFP.

The Happiness Thief

Author: Nicole Bokat
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781647420574
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
Forty-one-year-old Natalie Greene lost her mom and her childhood memories in a car crash two decades ago. What remains is a haunting feeling that she was responsible for her mother's death. After her husband leaves for another woman, Natalie accompanies her famous stepsister, Isabel Walker (aka "The Happiness Guru") on a retreat to the Cayman Islands. There, a late-night collision triggers Natalie's long-buried trauma and a heightened sense of guilt. Upon returning home to Boston, Natalie tries to settle back into her life as a food photographer and single mother to a teenage daughter--but then, one day, an anonymous email arrives about the Cayman accident that suggests foul play. In her search for the truth, Natalie must deal with a mix of fear, confusion, and suspects. With the help of Isabel and an attractive journalist, she uncovers a trail of deceit that begins on that deserted Caribbean road, circles back home, and ends in the most unexpected of places.

Sparks

Author: Peter L. Benson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470437634
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 253

Book Description
In this practical book, Dr. Peter Benson, a leading authority on childhood and adolescence, describes a simple yet powerful plan for awakening the spark that lives inside each and every young person. Sparks—when illuminated and nurtured—give young people joy, energy, and direction. They have the power to change a young person’s life from one of “surviving” to “thriving.” Grounded in new research with thousands of teenagers and parents, Sparks offers a step-by-step approach to helping teenagers discover their unique gifts, and works for all families, no matter their economic status, parenting situation, or ethnic background.

Thriving Blind

Author: Kristin Smedley
Publisher: Thriving Publications
ISBN: 9781732066403
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Stories of blind people who use creativity and determination to live the life of their dreams. Also includes lists of resources for advocacy, rehabilitation, recreation, and support systems for the blind.

Surviving Marriage In The 21st Century

Author: Rufus and Jenny Triplett
Publisher: Dawah International LLC
ISBN: 0615769381
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 72

Book Description
Surviving Marriage Tips is more than a book of general rhetoric. It is a book of relatable experiences written from the viewpoint of a man and woman, in their own humorous way, who committed to the institution of marriage at the young age of 21.

The Blueprint of a ThriveHER

Author:
Publisher: Dr. Sonya Alise McKinzie
ISBN:
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 150

Book Description
Dive into the pages of “The Blueprint of a ThriveHER” and discover a mosaic of resilience and empowerment. This book is not just a read; it’s an experience, a journey, and a manifesto for transformation. Crafted by a coalition of courageous women, each chapter unfolds a “BEEN-THROUGH” story, a testament to the indomitable spirit of overcoming and reaching one’s “BREAKTHROUGH.” Key Highlights: Empowering Narratives: Each coauthor’s voice resonates with strength, offering a personal account of adversity transformed into victory. Collective Wisdom: A symphony of experiences that weave together to form a guide for healing and personal growth. Inspirational Journey: From the depths of struggle to the heights of thriving, these stories chart a course for anyone seeking to reclaim their power. Community of Support: A reminder that you are not alone in your battles, joining hands with a sisterhood that echoes encouragement and solidarity. Vibrant Words to Paint the Journey: Resilient: Each story is a bright light of resilience, shining through the darkest of times. Uplifting: The narratives lift you up, instilling a belief in the possibility of a brighter tomorrow. Transformative: Witness the metamorphosis from surviving to thriving, as chains are broken and seeds of faith are sown. Empowering: Feel the surge of empowerment as you turn each page, embarking on the path to your own breakthrough. As you immerse yourself in “The Blueprint of a ThriveHER,” let the chorus of voices empower you. Here lies the blueprint of your breakthrough, a path paved with the wisdom of those who have tread before, lighting the way for your journey from the ashes of struggle to a life flourishing and full of promise.

Baby Steps

Author: John Rollo
Publisher: FriesenPress
ISBN: 1460282973
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 258

Book Description
When retiree John Rollo woke up from spinal surgery on June 21, 2013, he'd had calcium build-up removed and titanium rods inserted to stabilize his 6 foot 5 inch frame. The following morning he had a heart attack. On June 22, he was transferred to Toronto General Hospital for triple bypass surgery. Only then did the true nightmare begin. Intubated and in a drug-induced coma, blood being chemically controlled to support the vital organs, his feet were deprived of blood and they died. The family was told he'd have to undergo amputation. On July 22, he was transferred back to Toronto Western Hospital for treatment and rehab of his spinal surgery. By October, he was a bilateral below-the-knee amputee. Baby Steps tells the story of a man who beat all the medical odds to live and walk again. It's full of optimism, warmth, great love, and humour. It's also an honest exposé of a rehabilitation system that manages patients, attempting to care for people, in an environment with virtually no mental health support in the form of clinical psychologists to assist people to cope with such life-altering circumstances. Rollo's passionate belief is that this deficit needs to be addressed in order for patients to survive, without succumbing to depression and instead able to move forward with optimism and hope. He offers many valuable tips and strategies for coping with the physical and emotional challenges of life as an amputee, and reminds us that love, faith and hope are key ingredients for surviving and thriving....

Mapping the Terrain of the Heart

Author: Stephen Goldbart
Publisher: Jason Aronson
ISBN: 1461629489
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 313

Book Description
If you have read other books about love that have fallen short, read this book. Mapping the Terrain of the Heart is an eloquent guide through love's diverse landscapes that provides a whole new way to think about love relationships. Both descriptive and prescriptive, it is a book for anyone looking to experience a committed relationship full of passion and tenderness. In the labyrinth of love, every one of us has his or her own inner map. Psychologists Goldbart and Wallin lead us along the metaphorical superhighways on the map of love by charting six easily grasped skills—the six capacities of love—that are all necessary to a long-term, stable love relationship: the capacities for erotic involvement, for merging, for idealization, for integration, for "refinding," and for self-transcendence. The authors demonstrate in a very practical, hands-on way how individuals and couples can use these capacities to work on breaking down their usual defenses and grow toward a deeper understanding and connection. In defending ourselves against disappointment in love, we frequently—and often unknowingly—throw up obstacles, create roadblocks, and take detours around these six capacities. We think such detours will take us where we want to go in a relationship, but too often they do not. Goldbart and Wallin's sophisticated but accessible approach—using case studies and practical pointers throughout—based on solid psycho-analytic theory while creating a completely new model for love relationships that also makes intuitive sense. Mapping the Terrain of the Heart offers a comprehensive psychology of love that maps out the paths to a successful relationship and shows how both individuals and couples can progress toward that ever-elusive goal of lasting and passionate love.