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The World's Most Haunted Hospitals: True-Life Paranormal Encounters in Asylums, Hospitals, and Institutions (Harrowing Haunts Ser.)
by Richard EstepA paramedic and paranormal investigator takes readers on a terrifying tour of haunted hospitals, asylums, and medical facilities across the globe. Hospitals are the nexus point between life and death, the place into which people enter this world, but also exit it. When we consider what has taken place behind the closed doors of hospitals since the inception of the medical profession, it should come as no surprise to discover that so many of them are haunted. In The World's Most Haunted Hospitals, paramedic and paranormal investigator Richard Estep recounts some of the most fascinating—and chilling—stories of hospital hauntings from across the globe, including: The apparitions at an old Utah hospital, now a nursing home, whose appearances are said to predict a patient's death. The Italian island referred to by locals as "the gateway to Hell," where the spirits of thousands of plague victims prowl the streets. The terrifying phenomena that keep visitors away from an abandoned airbase hospital in the Philippines. The ghostly nurse who has haunted the corridors of a London hospital for generations.
Living Wreaths: 20 Beautiful Projects for Gift and Decor
by Natalie Bernhisel RobinsonA floral designer shares step-by-step instructions for crafting these gorgeous natural sculptures. Wreaths date back to ancient times, and still symbolize welcome and comfort today. They also range from the plain to the dazzlingly creative. From the simplest herb wreath to more extravagant succulent designs, the strong outlines and shapes of the living wreaths in this book have great visual impact. Natalie Bernhisel Robinson uses step-by-step instructions, an encouraging voice, and gorgeous photographs illustrating her techniques to teach you how to make not just a wreath but a modern garden in miniature that changes to become even more beautiful as the plants mature. Includes echeveria, hens and chicks, cactus, moss, strawberry, tomato, herb, lettuce, lavender, and more!
101 Things To Do With A Casserole (101 Things To Do With)
by Stephanie Ashcraft Janet EyringHearty recipes to make for every meal—or freeze for later—plus helpful hints and tips! Call it a one-pot, a casserole, or a hot dish, no one can deny the convenience and satisfaction these traditional meals provide. Whether you have late nights at work and want something homemade to heat up, or have limited ingredients and finicky kids, the mighty casserole is the answer to the grumbling in everyone's tummy. From the authors of the bestselling 101 Things to Do with a Slow Cooker and 101 More Things to Do with a Slow Cooker comes a new book in this million-copy-selling series—with recipes for: · Blueberry French Toast Casserole · Grandma's Chicken Potpie · Indiana Corn Lover Casserole · Hash Brown Heaven · Sloppy Joe Pie · Home-Style Shells and Cheese and more!
Relaxed: Walking with the One Who Is Not Worried about a Thing
by Megan Fate MarshmanWe often try to do a lot for God--without him. Relaxed is a call to let go of spiritual performance, reject our cultural tendency to live under pressure, and find freedom to walk with God and toward God, one gentle step at a time.Jesus was never in a hurry to be anywhere other than where he was, trusting and obeying his Father. Could the same be said of us? We long to know peace, purpose, and contentment, but life's stresses, the world's discouragements, and our own striving for growth get in the way.In Relaxed, pastor and teacher Megan Fate Marshman explores what it means to set aside our addiction to trying to figure everything out and relish a slower, compelling, powerful, and relaxed life with God. As Megan takes us word by word through Proverbs 3:5-6, she helps us discover:The joy of a continual, intimate relationship with GodWhat God calls us to do with the burden of shame and guiltWhat it looks like to be relaxed in the midst of grief, financial stress, mistakes, and fatigueThe freedom and forgiveness of being found "in Christ"How to incorporate rhythms of walking with God into our everyday routinesGod never intended for us to be in control. As we lean away from our own understanding and into an intentionally relaxed spiritual life, we join Jesus in trusting a God who knows what he is doing--and isn't worried about a thing.
Unstuck: Letting Go of the Myths Keeping You from Who You Were Created to Be
by Kim Anderson&“Unstuck covers it all—personal development, relationships with friends, marriage, the whole lot of it . . . Emerging from the rut is possible.&”—Lori Zabka, cohost of the Coming Unglued podcast If you are like the countless women licensed therapist Kim Anderson has counseled, you have unknowingly chosen to live small and let hurt, anger, sadness, loneliness, fear, or shame call the shots. The good news is: you can change. In Unstuck, Kim uncovers sixteen myths that keep women from walking in the freedom and joy they were created to experience. These myths, adopted during seasons of pain and fear, are fueled by feelings of not-enough and if-only. And while these myths may seem logical and necessary, they are actually toxic and hold women back from being all they can be. Kim walks women through how to challenge their false beliefs and helps them stop living small, step out of their rut, and get Unstuck. &“If you feel &‘stuck&’ in your personal development, marriage, relationships with friends, or any other area, this book will give you just the tools and encouragement you need to emerge from that rut and fly.&”—Shaunti Feldhahn, bestselling author of For Women Only &“Her book explores its way toward suggestions for leading full, fulfilling lives . . . a self-help guide that starts Christian women on a path to a new life.&”—Foreword Reviews &“Shows women (and this man as well!) how to trade lives of frustration and complacency for purpose and passion, regardless of what the peer pressure might be. Highly recommend!—Scott Sauls, pastor and author of A Gentle Answer and Irresistible Faith
Advice from a Country Farmer
by Roy EnglishThe author of Don&’t Whiz on an Electric Fence and When I Am an Old Coot spreads some down-home, hard-won, gut-busting facts. Dishing out witty one-liners and old-fashioned country logic the same way an old camp cook dishes out beans and biscuits, Roy English&’s Advice from a Country Farmer is simply this—no-nonsense humor and wisdom from a country gentleman schooled in common sense and kindness. &“Most farmers work only half a day; the other twelve hours they do other stuff.&”&“When you wallow with pigs, expect to get dirty.&”&“Don&’t skinny dip with snapping turtles.&” &“Horsepower is no substitute for horse sense.&”&“The only farmers who sleep late are in the cemetery.&” &“Nobody works harder than a farmer, except maybe a farmer&’s wife.&”
The Art of Southern Charm
by Deborah Davis Patricia AltschulThe surprise breakout star of Bravo&’s hit reality show, Southern Charm, introduces an essential lifestyle guide as refreshing and fun as a gin martini. &“Patricia on #SouthernCharm, like lookin&’ in the damn mirror. Cheers queen.&”—Lady Gaga Fan-favorite Bravolebrity Patricia Altschul from the primetime show Southern Charm finally brings fans her eagerly anticipated opus on etiquette and living a glamorous Southern lifestyle. Patricia provides advice on every situation, from hosting a memorable cocktail party, to decoding the dress code for any event, to handling a drunken boor at the dinner table, to delivering the perfectly phrased insult—like her now iconic &“shameless strumpet.&” The Art of Southern Charm takes readers inside the world of Charleston&’s most captivating grande dame, who (with Michael the Butler) offers a blueblood&’s blueprint for curating and celebrating life at its best. &“Some viewers might watch the Bravo reality show Southern Charm to witness the escapades of Charleston&’s young elite, but at T&C we watch just to see Patricia Altschul in action . . . She&’s the show&’s resident expert in decorum, manners, and entertaining.&”—Emily Selter, Town & Country &“Since Southern Charm premiered in 2014, Mrs. Altschul, 78, has emerged as a tart-tongued matriarch doing the work of a Greek chorus for a cast in which half the members can barely figure out how to get out of bed before noon (and once there, how to proceed without a beer) . . . Some of Mrs. Altschul&’s points of view may seem out of touch . . . But her commentary can also be incisive and funny, sparking roundups of her zingers across the internet.&”—The New York Times
Pete Dunne's Essential Field Guide Companion: A Comprehensive Resource for Identifying North American Birds
by Pete DunneFrom the award-winning birder and author of Birds of Prey, an authoritative, information-packed guide to distinguishing North American birds.In this book, bursting with more information than any field guide could hold, the well-known author and birder Pete Dunne introduces readers to the &“Cape May School of Birding.&” It's an approach to identification that gives equal or more weight to a bird's structure and shape and the observer's overall impression (often called GISS, for General Impression of Size and Shape) than to specific field marks. After determining the most likely possibilities by considering such factors as habitat and season, the birder uses characteristics such as size, shape, color, behavior, flight pattern, and vocalizations to identify a bird. The book provides an arsenal of additional hints and helpful clues to guide a birder when, even after a review of a field guide, the identification still hangs in the balance. This supplement to field guides shares the knowledge and skills that expert birders bring to identification challenges. Birding should be an enjoyable pursuit for beginners and experts alike, and Pete Dunne combines a unique playfulness with the work of identification. Readers will delight in his nicknames for birds, from the Grinning Loon and Clearly the Bathtub Duck to Bronx Petrel and Chicken Garnished with a Slice of Mango and a Dollop of Raspberry Sherbet.
Bears: The Mighty Grizzlies of the West
by Julie ArgyleThe mighty North American brown bear, most often referred to as the grizzly, is an iconic symbol of power and strength. Mostly found in the Western United States and Canada, the still-endangered bruin has made strides into a tenuous sustainability. The strikingly beautiful photography, and the essay woven through the pages of Bears: The Mighty Grizzlies of the West, showcases this beautiful, smart, and incredible species. Julie Argyle explores their behavior, their family dynamics, and what it means to be a grizzly in the wilderness of the greater Yellowstone area. She includes stories about individual bears: Raspberry and Snow, The Beryl Sow, The Obsidian Sow, Snaggletooth, and 791 (a famous boar), and looks at the issues of increasing conflicts between humans and the grizzlies and what the future holds for them.
Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Headaches and Migraines: Nutrition You Can Live With (Tell Me What to Eat)
by Elaine MageeEase your suffering with tips and recipes designed to minimize migraine triggers. From the dietician who served as &“Recipe Doctor&” for WebMD&’s Weight Loss Clinic, Tell Me What to Eat If I Have Headaches and Migraines covers: Everything you need to know about diet and headachesThe most common food/drink migraine triggersWhich beverages are the worstHow to eat when under stressKey facts about how to eat the right foods at the right timesThe 10 food steps to freedom Also included are twenty-one recipes that may help your headaches at the same time they&’re treating your taste buds and satisfying your stomach.
Retreat from a Rising Sea: Hard Choices in an Age of Climate Change
by Orrin H. Pilkey Linda Pilkey-Jarvis Keith C. PilkeyThis sobering examination of climate-change and the disastrous effects of rising sea levels explains what must be done to avoid the worst outcomes. By the end of this century, hundreds of millions of people living at low elevations along coasts will be forced to retreat to higher and safer ground. Because of sea-level rise, major storms will inundate areas farther inland and will lay waste to critical infrastructure, such as water-treatment and energy facilities, creating vast, irreversible pollution by decimating landfills and toxic-waste sites. Retreat from a Rising Sea explains in gripping terms what rising oceans will do to coastal cities—detailing the specific threats faced by Miami, New Orleans, New York, and Amsterdam. This policy-oriented book then lays out the drastic actions we must take now to remove vulnerable populations. Aware of the overwhelming social, political, and economic challenges that would accompany effective action, the authors consider the burden to the taxpayer and the logistics of moving landmarks and infrastructure, including toxic-waste sites. They also show readers the alternative: thousands of environmental refugees, with no legitimate means to regain what they have lost. The authors conclude with effective approaches for addressing climate-change denialism and powerful arguments for reforming U.S. federal coastal management policies.
A Final Valiant Act: The Story of Doug Dickey, Medal of Honor
by Lt. Col. John B. LangThis Vietnam War biography recounts the story of an American soldier who heroically gave his life to save his comrades. Private 1st Class Douglas E. Dickey was just twenty years old when he dove onto a grenade, saving the lives of four men, including his platoon leader. The young Marine&’s actions on Easter Sunday 1967 won him a posthumous Medal of Honor. Dickey grew up in Ohio and enlisted in the Marine Corps with four of his high school friends. After he was deployed to Vietnam, he took part in Operation Deckhouse VI, a landing in Quang Ngai, then Operation Beacon Hill, which led him and his comrades into a devastating ambush. During the ensuing battle—one that nearly wiped out the entire platoon—a grenade landed in their midst. Without hesitation, Dickey took action. This biography grounds Dickey&’s final, valiant act in the context of his life and the lives of his comrades and family. It is based on over a decade of research, including interviews with family members and Dickey&’s letters home. A tribute to a true hero, A Final Valiant Act also includes the most detailed account of Operation Beacon Hill ever written.
The Atomic Bomb and the Origins of the Cold War
by Campbell Craig Sergey RadchenkoA study of nuclear warfare&’s key role in triggering the post-World War II confrontation between the US and the USSR After a devastating world war, culminating in the obliteration of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, it was clear that the United States and the Soviet Union had to establish a cooperative order if the planet was to escape an atomic World War III. In this provocative study, Campbell Craig and Sergey Radchenko show how the atomic bomb pushed the United States and the Soviet Union not toward cooperation but toward deep bipolar confrontation. Joseph Stalin, sure that the Americans meant to deploy their new weapon against Russia and defeat socialism, would stop at nothing to build his own bomb. Harry Truman, initially willing to consider cooperation, discovered that its pursuit would mean political suicide, especially when news of Soviet atomic spies reached the public. Both superpowers, moreover, discerned a new reality of the atomic age: now, cooperation must be total. The dangers posed by the bomb meant that intermediate measures of international cooperation would protect no one. Yet no two nations in history were less prepared to pursue total cooperation than were the United States and the Soviet Union. The logic of the bomb pointed them toward immediate Cold War. &“Sprightly and well-argued…. The complicated history of how the bomb influenced the start of the war has never been explored so well."—Lloyd Gardner, Rutgers University &“An outstanding new interpretation of the origins of the Cold War that gives equal weight to American and Soviet perspectives on the conflict that shaped the contemporary world.&”—Geoffrey Roberts, author of Stalin&’s Wars
Sea Bound: A Quilting Cozy
by Carol Dean JonesA retired widow takes a quilting cruise with friends—and proves herself a crafty amateur sleuth…A mystery with a bonus pattern included! Sarah Miller has become a crafty sort ever since she moved into Cunningham Village, and made some great new friends among the retirement community&’s active seniors. And much to her surprise as she nears her seventieth birthday, she even has a boyfriend. She also volunteers at the nearby nursing home, bringing a bit of cheer to neighbors who need it. Now she&’s taking a break with her friends and going on a quilting cruise. But when she discovers a mystery involving a gambling debt gone bad and a missing passenger presumed dead, she&’s feeling a bit at sea…
Abominable Science!: Origins of the Yeti, Nessie, and Other Famous Cryptids
by Donald R. Prothero Daniel Loxton&“A sharp analysis of the quest for unreal critters―cryptids, as they are called―and the people who pursue them . . . entertaining and thoroughly documented.&” —The Wall Street Journal Throughout our history, humans have been captivated by mythic beasts and legendary creatures. Tales of Bigfoot, the Yeti, and the Loch Ness monster are part of our collective experience. Now comes a book from two dedicated investigators that explores and elucidates the fascinating world of cryptozoology. Daniel Loxton and Donald R. Prothero have written an entertaining, educational, and definitive text on cryptids, presenting the arguments both for and against their existence and systematically challenging the pseudoscience that perpetuates their myths. After examining the nature of science and pseudoscience and their relation to cryptozoology, Loxton and Prothero take on Bigfoot; the Yeti, or Abominable Snowman, and its cross-cultural incarnations; the Loch Ness monster and its highly publicized sightings; the evolution of the Great Sea Serpent; and Mokele Mbembe, or the Congo dinosaur. They conclude with an analysis of the psychology behind the persistent belief in paranormal phenomena, identifying the major players in cryptozoology, discussing the character of its subculture, and considering the challenge it poses to clear and critical thinking in our increasingly complex world. &“As valuable for its analysis of the hunted as it is for the light it shines on the still-hopeful hunters.&” —Publishers Weekly &“Highly recommended for readers looking for scientific but accessible evaluations of the existence of five notable cryptids that have captured our imaginations.&” —Library Journal (starred review)
Magnolias Classic Southern Cuisine: Collected Recipes from the Heart of Charleston
by Don DrakeMagnolias Classic Southern Cuisine: Collected Recipes from the Heart of Charleston represents the 30-plus years since Magnolias hit the restaurant scene. This cookbook includes more than 100 recipes, from pantry items to poultry and meats, and sides to sweets, along with bits of history and anecdotes from the storied restaurant. Recipes include all staple menu items in addition to original menu items (from the early years) like Shellfish Over Grits, Down South Egg Rolls, and Pan-Fried Chicken Livers as well as menu selections that return seasonally each year. These recipes have withstood the test of time and are frequently requested by guests. All new color photography brings these beloved recipes and cooking techniques to life.
The Puzzle of the Silver Persian (The Hildegarde Withers Mysteries #5)
by Stuart PalmerWhen fellow passengers on a ship bound for London start to disappear, Miss Withers must rely on a mischievous cat to help solve the mystery. Schoolteacher and occasional sleuth Hildegarde Withers has not had good luck with vacations. On her last trip, she found herself enmeshed in the investigation of a dead man on a small plane. Now, on a three-day steamer voyage to London, she&’s about to encounter death again. A gruesome joke leads to a young woman going missing from the ship&’s aft rail. Is she somewhere onboard, or has she fallen into the sea? In either case, turning about will do nothing for her, so the ship steams on. Soon the passengers descend into a nightmare, as body after body appears. Putting an end to the chaos falls to Miss Withers, who must depend on the testimony of a particularly mischievous silver Persian cat. The teacher and the feline will make it to London safe and sound—so long as their curiosity doesn&’t get the best of them. The Puzzle of the Silver Persian is part of the Hildegarde Withers Mysteries series, which also includes The Penguin Pool Murder and Murder on the Blackboard.
100 Soups for $5 or Less
by Gayle PierceEnjoy the comfort of homemade soup with these budget- and family-friendly recipes—includes savvy shopping and cooking skills. Soup is a deliciously easy way to provide for a neighborhood potluck or a comfortable night at home with the family. 100 Soups for $5 or Less includes recipes for Armchair Quarterback Chili, Stir-Fry Noodle Soup, French Onion Soup, Garbanzo Simmer, Smoked Ham and Potato, Egg Drop Soup, and many more. Each recipe is prepared for $5 or less! The money-saving tips in 100 Soups for $5 or Less include: couponing, experimenting with recipes, substituting less expensive ingredients for more expensive ones, reducing meat consumption, buying in bulk, controlling portions, and keeping a well-stocked pantry.
Lincoln's Melancholy: How Depression Challenged a President and Fueled His Greatness
by Joshua Wolf ShenkA nuanced psychological portrait of Abraham Lincoln that finds his legendary political strengths rooted in his most personal struggles. Giving shape to the deep depression that pervaded Lincoln's adult life, Joshua Wolf Shenk&’s Lincoln&’s Melancholy reveals how this illness influenced both the President&’s character and his leadership. Mired in personal suffering as a young man, Lincoln forged a hard path toward mental health. Shenk draws on seven years of research from historical record, interviews with Lincoln scholars, and contemporary research on depression to understand the nature of Lincoln&’s unhappiness. In the process, Shenk discovers that the President&’s coping strategies—among them, a rich sense of humor and a tendency toward quiet reflection—ultimately helped him to lead the nation through its greatest turmoil.A New York Times Book Review Editors&’ ChoiceSELECTED AS A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: Washington Post Book World, Atlanta Journal-Constituion, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Pittsburgh Post-GazetteAs Featured on the History Channel documentary Lincoln &“Fresh, fascinating, provocative.&”—Sanford D. Horwitt, San Francisco Chronicle&“Some extremely beautiful prose and fine political rhetoric and leaves one feeling close to Lincoln, a considerable accomplishment.&”—Andrew Solomon, New York Magazine&“A profoundly human and psychologically important examination of the melancholy that so pervaded Lincoln's life.&”—Kay Redfield Jamison, Ph.D., author of An Unquiet Mind
Truth, Errors, and Lies: Politics and Economics in a Volatile World
by Grzegorz W. KolodkoAn approach to the challenges of globalism that rejects simplistic solutions, from &“one of the most acute observers of the international economy&” (Francis Fukuyama, New York Times-bestselling author of Identity). Deploying a novel mix of scientific evaluation and personal observation, Grzegorz W. Kolodko, one of the world&’s leading authorities on economics and development policy, begins Truth, Errors, and Lies with a brief discussion of misinformation and its perpetuation in economics and politics. He criticizes the simplification of complex economic and social issues and investigates the link between developments in the global economy and cultural change, scientific discoveries, and political fluctuations. Kolodko, who was a key architect of Poland&’s successful reforms, offers a provocative study of globalization and the possibility of coming out ahead in an era of worldwide interdependence. Deeply critical of neoliberalism, which sought to transfer economic control exclusively to the private sector, Kolodko explores the virtues of social-economic development and the new rules of the economic game. He concludes with a look at our near and distant future, questioning whether we have a say in its making. &“One of the heavyweight economic thinkers of post-communist Europe.&”—The Economist Nominated for the Michael Harrington Book Award
Dig, Shuck, Shake: Fish & Seafood Recipes from the Pacific Northwest
by John NelsonA seafood expert and Pacific Northwest native shares recipes and stories that capture the flavor of the region&’s unique fishing culture. The seafood recipes and cooking techniques in Dig, Shuck, Shake are perfectly paired with John Nelson&’s stories of growing up on the docks of the Pacific Northwest. A former chef who hails from a commercial fishing family, Nelson discusses where and how his favorite seafoods are caught while offering personable instruction in how they can be prepared in a range of delectable seafood dishes. With recipes reflecting kitchens from Scandinavia, Asia, Germany, South America and more, Dig, Shuck, Shake captures a distinctive style of Pacific Northwest cooking. Here you will find authentic recipes for Clam Chowder, Dungeness Crab Cakes, Fish & Chips, Spot Roe Caviar with Miso, and many other regional favorites.
The Six Day War: The Breaking of the Middle East
by Guy LaronThe author of Origins of the Suez Crisis &“mak[es] us look afresh at the events that led to conflict between Israel and its neighbors&” (Financial Times). One fateful week in June 1967 redrew the map of the Middle East. Many scholars have documented how the Six-Day War unfolded, but little has been done to explain why the conflict happened at all. Now, historian Guy Laron refutes the widely accepted belief that the war was merely the result of regional friction, revealing the crucial roles played by American and Soviet policies in the face of an encroaching global economic crisis, and restoring Syria&’s often overlooked centrality to events leading up to the hostilities. The Six-Day War effectively sowed the seeds for the downfall of Arab nationalism, the growth of Islamic extremism, and the animosity between Jews and Palestinians. In this important new work, Laron&’s fresh interdisciplinary perspective and extensive archival research offer a significant reassessment of a conflict—and the trigger-happy generals behind it—that continues to shape the modern world. &“Challenging . . . well worth reading.&”—Moment &“A penetrating study of a conflict that, although brief, helped establish a Middle Eastern template that is operational today . . . The author looks beyond Cold War maneuvering to examine the conflict in other lights . . . Readers with an interest in Middle Eastern geopolitics will find much of value.&”—Kirkus Reviews
Lincoln of Kentucky
by Lowell H. Harrison&“Covers Lincoln&’s background in Kentucky and his lifelong association with the state of his birth . . . entertaining . . . well researched.&” —Louisville Courier-Journal Young Abraham Lincoln and his family joined the migration over the Ohio River, but it was Kentucky—the state of his birth—that shaped his personality and continued to affect his life. His wife was from the commonwealth, as were each of the other women with whom he had romantic relationships. Henry Clay was his political idol; Joshua Speed of Farmington, near Louisville, was his lifelong best friend; and all three of his law partners were Kentuckians. During the Civil War, Lincoln is reputed to have said, &“I hope to have God on my side, but I must have Kentucky.&” He recognized Kentucky&’s importance as the bellwether of the four loyal slave states and accepted the commonwealth&’s illegal neutrality until Unionists secured firm control of the state government. In this book, Lowell Harrison emphasizes the particular skill and delicacy with which Lincoln handled the problems of a loyal slave state populated by a large number of Confederate sympathizers. It was not until decades later that Kentuckians fully recognized Lincoln&’s greatness and paid homage to their native son. &“An outstanding work.&” —James A. Ramage, author of Gray Ghost: The Life of Col. John Singleton Mosby
Clean Sweep: Banishing Everything You Don't Need to Make Room for What You Want (Personal Development Ser.)
by Denny SargentLet go and lighten up your life—includes over 100 exercises and rituals for banishing what&’s negative and harmful. As a culture we are driven to acquire, amass, get, use, devour, taste, and try. And of course, it is never enough. Until we figure out that enough is enough, we will never lead a fulfilling life. Unless we let go of possessions, attitudes, emotions, old lovers, or old ideas, we&’ll never be able to make true changes. While we&’ve gotten very good at taking, consuming, hoarding, devouring, overworking, and inputting more and more and more, we have forgotten how to eliminate, release, and renew—concepts that are imprinted in every cell of our bodies. We need to relearn what our ancestors knew: how to banish. Banishing is the identification and naming of people, things, forces, feelings, thoughts, or ideas that are negative or harmful in one&’s life and, through the strength of will and positive power, i.e. love, taking command over these negatives and tossing them out. Denny Sargent, an eclectic ritualist, interweaves his personal testimonial with the theory of banishing harmful factors from our physical environment as well as from our bodies, hearts and minds—through the elements of air, fire, water, earth, and spirit. He also provides more than 100 banishing exercises and rituals, based on traditional practices performed throughout time and around the world
Women Crime Writers Volume One: The Crate, His Garden, Inconvenience Gone (Women Crime Writers)
by Diane Marger Moore Deborah Vadas Levison Anne K. HowardThree award-winning and bestselling true crime writers following in the steps of Ann Rule with these three fantastic books! The Crate: A Story of War, a Murder, and Justice—After surviving the horrors of the Holocaust—in ghettos, on death marches, and in concentration camps—a young couple seeks refuge in North America. They settle into a new life, certain that the terrors of their past are behind them…until a single act of unspeakable violence defiles their sanctuary. The Crate is the winner of seven literary awards! &“The Crate is an impressive and important piece of work. I'm glad it was written, and I'm glad I read it.&”—Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author His Garden: Conversations With a Serial Killer—The remains of seven people are found in a grisly burial ground behind a strip mall. His Garden tells the spine-chilling story of the monster behind the murders, shared exclusively with this author. The winner of the PENCRAFT Literary Excellence Award! &“Howard skillfully blends true crime procedural into her personal journey as she gets to know the serial killer being investigated…Fans of true crime should not miss this one!&”—Katherine Ramsland, Ph.D., author of Confession of a Serial Killer: The Untold Story of Dennis Rader, the BTK Killer Inconvenience Gone: The Short, Tragic Life of Brandon Sims—Where is Brandon Sims? The four-year-old had not been seen since July 3, 1992, when he attended a birthday party with his twenty-year-old mother, Michelle Jones. His body has never been found...