As the stage curtains begin to close and you look back on your life, what memories will replay themselves in your mind? What will stick out the most? Each of us has a story to tell, a lifetime of trips and parties, first loves and heart breaks, the joys of birth and the grief of death. Each life creates a beautifully unique tapestry. My Life, Not Yours is the tapestry of one man’s life, from his childhood up until becoming a grandparent, and with those years comes a tremendous amount of wisdom and even more laughs. About the Author James R. Long was born in Bucyrus, Ohio. A veteran of the United States Army, Long received a bachelor’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University and a master’s in Business Administration from Ashland College. He holds both a miliary instructor’s certification and a pilot’s license, and is Airborne and Ranger qualified. Though retired, Long still works as a substitute teacher. Additionally, he has officiated high school basketball for 43 years, is the treasurer of his church, and runs a local golf league. He and his wife Helga have three children together.

Traces the development of autobiography among Mexican Americans as a personal and communicative response to the threat of cultural extinction after the US conquered the northern provinces of Mexico in 1848. Explores how the writers perceived their society and the place of individuals in it. The quotations include translations. Paper edition (unseen), $17.95. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

‘This book broke my heart. It reduced me to tears a quarter of the way in and I don’t think I stopped crying until the end.’ Goodreads Reviewer Your life or your unborn child’s – how do you choose? Paige and Nick are happy. They have a beautiful home, a loving family and, most importantly, they would do anything for each other. Now, they are having a baby and it feels like all their dreams are coming true. But joy turns to despair when they discover that Paige has a rare, life-threatening heart condition and they lose their longed-for child. Heartbroken, the couple must accept the reality that they may not become parents after all. Just as they begin to come to terms with their loss, Paige unexpectedly falls pregnant again. Paige’s heart is still weak, and to carry the baby to term puts them both at risk. The couple now face an impossible decision: Paige’s life or the life of their unborn child? If Paige keeps the baby, she could lose her life and destroy the man she loves. If Nick tries to stop her, he may lose them both forever. It’s the most important decision they have ever had to make – and time is running out. My Life for Yours is a heartbreaking, gripping and emotional story about love, loss and an impossible choice, perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Kelly Rimmer and Kate Hewitt. What readers are saying about My Life for Yours: ‘WOW!!! What can I say about this book????… Grabbed me from page 1 and it kept me on the edge of my seat. So heartbreaking… I can honestly say I have only cried a handful of times when I have read a book and this one got to me!! This was fantastic.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An emotional and heartbreaking book and really makes you think about the heart wrenching choices some people have to make. Once I had started reading I couldn't put it down… be warned tissues will definitely be required.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Wow loved this book, it just blew me away. An emotional rollercoaster… I can't recommend this book enough.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘OMG! I had to take a break after finishing this book!!… I had two mini Niagara Falls flowing down my face… It made me smile, it made me cry… One of the best books in this category that I have ever read… I have found 'my' queen of the waterworks.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Freakin fantabulous!!... had me hooked at the beginning and I never put it down!!! I cried at the end!!… what a roller coaster of emotions… an amazing book and the author is supercalifragilisticexpialidocious awesome!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I cried while reading this novel and easily felt as if I was a family member and debating what I would do in this scenario… Wonderful, touching, emotional story!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Kept me hooked all the way to the very end. Delicate, tender, heart-warming and heart breaking at the same time. I absolutely loved this book. Gave me all kinds of feels.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an amazing, heart-breaking story, I was utterly captivated by this book all the way through, it was simply amazing.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is a stunningly beautiful novel, dealing with a really difficult subject with grace. I loved it from the first page and was gripped throughout.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Oh wow what a rollercoaster. So emotional… Every new character that came into the book you really got involved in their life. Brilliant book.’ NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Brought me to tears many times… will make you stay up past your bedtime.’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Heartbreaking roller-coaster ride… intelligent and gripping, this book had all the feels… keep the tissues handy!’ Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A collection of memories, stories, poems and letters; the pages of my life, though not in perfect order, just as they were written.

"Nothing can escape these eyes!" Apparition Vision - the power capable of deciphering people's souls. Female sleuth Florian Lilly Cobblestone is meticulously mastering this supernatural power. Act 2: Chapters 10-20 14-year-old Florian Lilly Cobblestone encounters a girl impersonating her identity. A restless spirit manifests, lurking behind them. Amid Florian's search, a banquet begins. This is the start of Florian's biggest case yet! "No one messes with my friends!"

Transformational Chairwork: Using Psychotherapeutic Dialogues in Clinical Practice is an exposition of the art and science of Chairwork. It is also a practical handbook for using the Chairwork method effectively with a wide range of clinical problems. Originally created by Dr. Jacob Moreno in the 1950s and then further developed by Dr. Fritz Perls in the 1960s, Chairwork has been embraced and re-envisioned by therapists from cognitive, behavioral, existential, Jungian, experiential, psychodynamic, and integrative perspectives. Transformational Chairwork builds on this rich and creative legacy and provides a model that is both integrative and trans-theoretical. The book familiarizes clinicians with essential dialogue strategies and empowers them to create therapeutic encounters and re-enactments. Chairwork interventions can be broadly organized along the lines of external and internal dialogues. The external dialogues can be used to help patients work though grief and loss, heal from interpersonal abuse and trauma, manage difficult relationships, and develop and strengthen their assertive voice. The internal dialogues in turn focus on resolving inner conflicts, combatting the negative impact of the inner critic and the experience of self-hatred, working with dreams and nightmares, and expanding the self through polarity work. Using both internal and external strategies, this book explores how Chairwork dialogues can be a powerful intervention when working with addictions, social oppression, medical issues, and psychosis. This is done through the use of compelling clinical examples and scripts that can be read, studied, and enacted. Chairwork’s central emphasis is helping patients express each of their voices as distinctly and as forcefully as possible. The book concludes with a review of the deepening technique—the strategies that therapists can use to help facilitate clarity and existential ownership.

Domestic Violence is a serious issue when dealing with the hands of your abuser. Domestic Violence is a violent or aggressive behavior within the home, church or workplace, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner. Domestic Violence is also willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/ or other abusive behavior as part of a systematic pattern of power and control perpetrated by one intimate partner against another. I was in an abusive relationship with my abuser for a long period of time. I suffer a lot pain and heartache in the hands of my abuser. He had me brainwashed. He can cheat on me with whomever he wanted too, but I dare not question him why. My abuser told me, “I better not tell anyone and if you do I’ll kill you” Now that stuck with me for a long time. I never told anyone of what he had did to me. I knew I had to fi ght back in order for me to get away from him. None of that worked out for me. He always said the right words to win me back. Yes, I loved him and I didn’t want to see him in jail. I kept everything a secret from my family. I pray that if you are in an abusive relationship to get out and seek help. Yes, he may tell you that he won’t do it again but is it worth losing your LIFE? He’s going to tell you all the good words you love to hear, but is your heart worth losing a BEAT? Don’t be afraid to seek help. It’s up to you to get the help. If you know someone you can trust, please tell them. Always keep a journal of what is going on between you and your abuser. I AM A SURVIVOR of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. I survive the hands of my abuser. To all women’s around the world who is going through an abusive relationship, there is joy on the other side. God will be there in the midst of your storm. May God bless you all!!!!!!!!! Ms. Survivor

Living in this world of chaos I have often found myself in battle or a struggling conflict where I have strived to keep my head above the water. Battle, behind weary battle I found myself on the losing side. Angry, confused, beat up, and bruised, I prepare for another battle, hoping to come out the victor. This time using proper technique, I invite God in on this fight, but before going to the battle ground a voice speaks out to me I am a God that needs no help. Stand, trust, and lean on me for the battle is not yours; it is the Lords!