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2901) Shadows of Thought
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Shadows of Thought: A Collection of Poetry provides a glimpse into the emotional life and turmoil of a woman, a wife, a friend, and a mother. At times, the emotions evoked on the page convey a deep sorrow that strums a tender chord of the heart; whereas, other times, the words flow with joy and laughter or touch upon thought-provoking questions regarding the direction of the human condition.
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The doctor told Wanda that she had a fourth of an ovary and that child bearing was not an option. God had promised her that she would have children. Was God going to lie to her? God fulfills His promises. After years of waiting and trying, Wanda brought five children into this world and was a mother just as was promised. With the miracle came an unwanted price since we have come to believe that Heaven has a price on some of its most cherished of gifts....
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David Bottoms explores otherness, the death of parents, and private spirituality. Images of rural Georgia confront the changing landscape of his memories where he searches for refuge in quiet places of prayer. Rooted in nature, Bottoms' poetry affirms the "tenuous ways tenderness seeps into the world" and the loneliness inherent in memory. Memory is "smoke off a damp fire" as Bottoms explores absence, a contemplative inner life, and changing landscapes.From...
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The contemplative phrase, Mortal Seasons, stirs the longings of our souls. It raises deep questions such as, "Did I live with God before I was born? What are the purposes of my mortal seasons here on earth? Does life continue after death?"
This poetry and prose will insightfully answer those questions and provide purpose to your day to day life. Expand your vision and understanding to our mortal seasons and allow an eternal perspective to form.
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If you're going to let me burn,
the least you could do
is stick around
and watch the show.
You Only Love Me When I'm Suffering is a naked and powerful poetic portrait of love, heartbreak, and restoration. In this book of 200 poems from noteworthy Instagram poet Jon Lupin-better known as The Poetry Bandit-you'll find a poetic trellis with heartfelt words and raw emotion coiling in and around its frame. Immerse yourself in the thoughts, musings,...
2907) Bubbles on My Kneecaps
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What started as a cathartic release of her thoughts has transformed into a beautiful collection of poetry, exploring topics of growing importance, which go unmentioned and must not. In her first compilation of captivating poetry, she has created something which allows us to explore the angst of teenage life.
2908) Peace Be with You, Rest in Peace: Using Scripture to Address Spiritual Distress near the End of Life
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Hospital and hospice chaplains are expected to assist individuals and families face the reality of their mortality via a gentle, calming presence. To the greatest extent possible, chaplains help people die with an awareness of being loved, of loving and forgiving, and of gratitude for the life they have lived.
But terminal agitation and spiritual distress are common components of the final stage of life. How do professional chaplains honor and attend...
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"The wound is the place where the light enters you." - RumiPoetry, a timeless art, represents the beauty of life in the simplest of words, bringing forth the sentiments of the heart.Move across 'The Last Bus,' where love prevails in the regret of an unfinished tale. 'Faded Memories' shows a teenage girl's heart, enamored by an unforgettable love. 'The Moon of the New Moon' is a protagonist's words calling his lover to come back. It is filled by a...
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Told from a cat's perspective, this touching story deals with the emotional topic of losing a beloved family pet.
A cat's tale of love and family for children and adults alike, it serves as a beautiful reminder that our much-adored animal friends truly make a mark on our lives, even after death.
My family calls me by many names. Sometimes, they call me The Good One. Other times, they call me Son of a Savage.
But, mostly, they call me Tom. I've got...
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A guide of alternatives to traditional funerals, commemorating lost loved ones in a meaningful, personal way. Today, many people are forgoing the trappings and timeworn rituals of typical funerals, and are instead opting to celebrate their loved ones' lives. With careful planning, services like these can truly honor the person who has died-and both comfort and uplift those who attend. Celebrating a Life offers sensitive guidance on every detail-venue,...
2912) Keep on Dancing
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Can she find the strength to carry on without him?
Rosie Curtis is distraught when her brother Tommy is viciously murdered after dabbling in the criminal underworld. Life at home isn't the same and without Tommy's support, her dreams of becoming a dancer are shattered.
Powerless to avenge her brother's death, Rosie throws herself into saving a local music hall from closure and plans a musical spectacular, despite the misgivings of her family. But...
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Living Well and Dying Faithfully explores how Christian practices-love, prayer, lament, compassion, and so on-can contribute to the process of dying well. Working on the premise that one dies the way one lives, the book is unique in its constructive dialogue between theology and medicine as offering two complementary modes of care.
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This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of contents: The Murders in the Rue Morgue The Mystery of Marie Rogêt The Purloined Letter The Gold-Bug The Thousand-and-Second Tale of Scheherazade The Man of the Crowd The Tell-Tale Heart The Fall of the House of Usher The Cask of Amontillado The Black Cat The Masque of the Red Death The Pit and the...
2915) Winter Trees
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Poetry about hope, loneliness, and despair captures the author's thoughts on life.
2916) Bullyville
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My father was killed on 9/11. When eighth grader Bart Rangely is granted a "mercy" scholarship to an elite private school after his father is killed in the North Tower, doors should have opened. Instead, he is terrorized and bullied by his own mentor. So begins the worst year of his life.
2917) Le sens
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La vie est rythmée par l'amour, la haine, les rencontres, les adieux, les sourires et les larmes, les victoires et les échecs. C'est un ensemble d'événements, d'expériences, de sentiments étalés tout au long du temps, en attente d'un sens, en attente du sens...
2918) Gabe's Christmas Wish
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A young boy's grief and a heartfelt Christmas wish give away to a magical adventure of hope.
It's the first Christmas Eve without his loving parents, and a grief-stricken child named Gabe has a sad heart. Mourning their absence, the despondent boy makes a wish that changes his lonely night into one of adventure. Through a dreamily illustrated text, author Katrina Doucet masterfully weaves a poignant story of hope about dealing with loss.
At bedtime...
2919) Llegando a Kylee
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Fue la madre de Price Hudson quien murió, pero Price se siente como si hubiera sido él.
Todo lo que solía disfrutar -béisbol, cómics, incluso chicas- parece insignificante e inútil ahora. No quiere nada más que olvidar su antigua vida y comenzar de nuevo en un nuevo sitio, donde nadie lo conozca y nadie espere nada de él. Así que cuando su padre decide que se mudarán al campo, él recibe el cambio, incluso si esto quiere decir vacas y caminos...
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The book is composed of fifty poems with themes ranging from aspirations, agony, discomfort, healing, love, and uncovering life lessons. The author arranged the themes in a manner such that they tell a story of an individual finding healing and appreciating life's hardships once at the other end of the fight, with a realization that, if given the opportunity, they would do it all over again just to get to that peaceful place thereafter.
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