Nine Paris of Boots in Vietnam is a sobering reminder of the internal damage often suffered by combat veterans and others with PTSD. In the author's words, "I've had a story to tell from the moment I stepped back onto American soil in 1970 after serving in Vietnam for a year, but it took 50 years for that story to find the right words, and for those words to find their voice. My time in Vietnam ended in 1970, but I carried my experiences home with me like a heavy backpack full of unprocessed emotion. The ugliness of war was strapped to my back, and I carried the burden with me, unable to put it down." The real life stories told by the authors, along with the "After Action Review" with nine steps to healing provide practical tools for veterans and family members dealing with PTSD and transitions from military to civilian life.

Nine Pairs of Boots in Vietnam

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Williams, Rosie J.

Williams, Stephen R

Mental Health

Author Academy Elite

Revelation 2:7 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit said unto the church. When I first began to write these poems, I was asked to do "The Welcome" for my Pastor's anniversary. I said that I would but did not know where to begin. I had told God to use me in any way He wanted. So I prayed and asked God to help me prepare to do work for Him. Right away He said for me to get a pencil and paper. I did, and the words came from Him, as I began to write them down. I remember crying, worshiping and thanking God for being so awesome, for I know it is not me. It is a gift that He has given me, and I can only do it if He gives it to me. Occasionally I may be a little sleepy, but He will wake me up and tell me to get a pen and paper or He will just start speaking the words to me, and I will start writing them down. Sometimes it can be while I'm watching TV, reading, working, or even if someone is on my heart or on my mind. I have asked God to give me a word of encouragement for someone to rest on their heart because He knew what they were going through. I recall one Sunday morning when getting ready for church, I was singing and praising Him (you know He loves that). And I said to Him, "God, I would like to send a couple of my poems in for a contest, so you let me know which ones to send in." Right away He told me which ones to enter. He also told me that theses were not poems but "messages" for His people and were to be shared, not just for me to keep to myself. Glory be to God, the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. I hope that this book of messages that have been inspired by God will help you in some way.

A Message from the Master

Literature & Fiction

Harris, Deloris N.

Poetry

Stone Upon Stone: Psalms of Remembrance is a collection of poetry inspired by the Book of Psalms and other passages of Scripture. This collection of seventy-six poems is divided into four sections, each of which contains an introductory scripture, quotation or dedication. In "Seasons of the Soul", the first section, I express my appreciation for the beauty of Nature and comment on God's handiwork. "In the Vernacular" contains a number of dialect poems, revealing influences of Paul Laurence Dunbar, but they are written in more contemporary black speech. This section also features blues poetry, another form of African American poetry offered from my spiritual perspective. "Golden Moments" are reflective works inspired, in part, by a statement of Saint Augustine: "To contemplate the truth and to share the fruits of that contemplation." The final section, "Psalms of Remembrance", are recollections from childhood and beyond and songs of the celebration of the goodness of God. May these poems that overflow from the depths of my heart inspire all those who read them. May they resound with love, joy, and peace and reflect the manifold wisdom of God.

Stone Upon Stone: Psalms of Remembrance

Religion & Spirituality

Johnson, Lonnell

Christian Books & Bibles

NORTH CAROLINA: RACE OF THE CENTURY examines the role of the media within the context of the North Carolina political campaigns, leading up to coverage of the contest involving the incumbent Senator Jesse Helms and Harvey Gantt, former mayor of Charlotte. Critical factors of race and credibility were examined along with Gantt's issues-oriented campaign strategies. The election results found that the matters of race and damaging race-baiting ads dominated the voters' agenda toward the final weeks of the 1990 Senatorial campaign. In a state dominated by the Democratic Party, the issues-oriented campaign of the Democratic nominee, Harvey Gantt, did not prevail. Specifically, the results indicated that Gantt narrowly won urban cities (i.e. Charlotte); however, Senator Jesse Helms prevailed and dominated small towns. Of equal importance, the preamble to the North Carolina Democratic Constitution aptly stated the importance of party unity, but "yellow dog" Democrats and "Jessecrats" crossed over to cast their ballots for Senator Helms. Unquestionably race played a role in the election; however, it was not the determining factor. The art of skillfully orchestrating a political campaign was evident in Senator Helm's success. Moreover, Gantt's campaign ads which targeted specific issues were important to some voters. The undecided voters and "Jessecrats" viewed loyalty, power, influence, religion, values and race as some of the key factors in the election. And yes, Senator Helms' ancestral roots from small-town, Monroe, North Carolina, added value and trust for constituencies, Republican, Democrat and Independent alike. Powell wrote this book to convey the interrelationship between politics and the media, examining connections existing in the 1700s and still existing today. The case study specifically examines Southern politics, as they relate to some of North Carolina's powerful political figures. Powell's research covers historical documents in which political leaflets and campaign images were embedded in the culture that helped to shape the political reality of voters for centuries. Although the news media continue to exert strong influence on American culture, the political landscape has changed in the South and elsewhere. The art of developing a skillful campaign has become an important key for political success-nowhere has this been more evident than in North Carolina during the 1990 contest between Harvey Gantt and Senator Jesse Helms: the Race of the Century.

North Carolina: Race of the Century

Politics & Social Sciences

Powell, Tony Leon

Politics & Government

THROUGH MY EYES: A LOOK AT THE HISTORY OF LANCASTER FROM A BLACK PERSPECTIVE by Hollie Saunders offers an engaging chronicle of the author's southeastern Ohio hometown. She takes her readers on an enlightening journey that moves beyond a family history, extending from the earliest settling of the town, through the late 50s and turbulent 60s up to the present. At the heart of her book is the historical account of Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, which was such an integral part of the author's background. More than a just a local history, however, THROUGH MY EYES provides an insightful portrayal of what it is like to be a young black female growing up in a small white town while learning to be proud of her black heritage. The author reveals her deep love and appreciation for her upbringing in Lancaster and expresses this desire: "It is my hope that this book will help people remember and thus be proud of what our forefathers accomplished, no matter how small, and then build onto that as our legacy to our future generations."

Through My Eyes: A History of Lancaster from a Black Perspective

Biographies & Memoirs

Saunders, Hollie Ann

Community & Culture

The greatest distance between your dream and your reality is you. Brand Me T: Make Your Mark: Turn Passion into Profit, authored by Lifestyle Brand Strategist, Melissa Dawn Johnson, offers a savvy guide to brand your success in life. Today, making your mark in life is paramount to your ability to create demand for you in a cluttered and competitive world. In this compelling book she shares the 7-Step Brand Me Blue Print T designed to offer a personalized action plan to turn your passion into profit. Her practical insight and personal passion enable anyone to apply these power points of branding in any situation. These are the secret strategies behind some of the world's most notable companies. This book is the winning advantage for individuals who desires to make their mark in life and turn what they love into a living. Make Your Mark: Turn Passion into Profit is more than a book, it is a movement that is sweeping the world. You are the product the world has been waiting for. Now is the time to market your success.

Brand Me. Make Your Mark: Turn Passion Into Profit

Business & Money

Johnson, Melissa Dawn

Marketing & Sales

Betty Meabon is a most remarkable woman--a retired registered nurse and world traveler, gifted musician and teacher. From her rich varied background she shares her love for life and offers her keen insight in Step by Step: A Collection of Poems of Inspiration and Travel. Those who partake of her poetry will be strengthened and encouraged by selections in "Inspirational Thoughts and Blessings" Her poems touch the heart and minister to readers in a gentle reassuring way. She shares her appreciation for the changing "Seasons of Life" and displays the deep love she has for her family, as a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her poetry is also a vehicle through which she expresses her devotion to her Lord and to her church where a number of poems were written to commemorate specific occasions of celebration. Having traveled extensively in America and abroad, Betty takes her readers on an informative and most engaging trek to see "People and Places beyond the Familiar. " For Betty Meabon, indeed, "Life is a journey. . .," and she invites you to join her, as she shares from her heart and soul while "Enjoying the Journey. . . along life's highway."

Step by Step: A Collection of Poems of Inspiration and Travel

Meabon, Betty

Weaving together biblical stories about consumption with her own personal narrative, Dunn examines how heart motives can influence outward behaviors.

Fill My Heart: The Love-Shaped Void Food Was Never Meant to Feed

Self-Help

Dunn, Victoria Lynn

Self-Esteem

Threads of Resilience: How to Have Joy in a Turbulent World

What if you could be mentally prepared for the next major financial, physical or spiritual difficulty that will strike in your life?What if teenagers could be emotionally strengthened before the next mass school shooting, terrorist attack or cyber bullying incident?How would you feel today if you knew you were ready and resilient enough to survive the hardest challenges of life, regardless of what they might be?Authors Charles, Laraine and Jeremy Chamberlain believe there are "threads" that can become constants in our lives to pull us through difficulties. The great news is, we can develop and strengthen these "threads" before the turbulence hits.Read on about specific threads to: - Learn how to access greater joy today, even during your most challenging trials.- Discover how to gain more abundance with less money.- Feel confident and prepared to face hard situations that everyone will inevitably face."I think so many times in life we are looking for good times to make us better people. We are looking for a good economy, better jobs, and longer vacations when in reality it isn't those things that make us our best selves but rather it's what we choose to take away from the difficult times." - Jeremy Chamberlain (page 45)"It was so difficult to trust the current. Finally, as we arrived at the end of the river trip we looked around us in amazement. There was a green meadow surrounded by beautiful trees covered with vibrant orange blossoms . . . It was one of the most beautiful sights we had ever seen. We sat there in awe, taking in the feeling and beauty of the scene in front of us. It was then we realized the current was only bringing us to paradise and trusting the current would've allowed us both to enter this paradise relaxed instead of exhausted from fighting the current." - Laraine Chamberlain (Page 49)What others have said about this book."Congrats on a really fine book. It's a book I wish I had written. I love how personal it is; that makes it a really interesting read. The themes of abundance and forgiveness are particularly well explained. This book is a gem It's going onto my table of inspirational books because I know I will refer to it and reread it. I am sharing it with my husband and children. "Karen McGreer, RN, Licensed Family Therapist (LMFT)New Jersey, USA."I loved every minute of the read. I just keep highlighting so many things. It has inspired me to be better. I will for sure buy a book for all of my children." Charisse Holyoak, Mother and Grandmother, Hong Kong, China SAR

Chamberlain, Charles

Chamberlain, Laraine

Chamberlain, Jeremy

Job Hunting & Careers

What if you could lose weight, heal chronic illness, and reverse aging for good?
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Most diets have one major flaw. They focus on restricting calories without addressing the cause of your weight and health problems: a malfunction in one or more of your body's 7 Systems. These diets give disappointing results that are often short-lived, leaving you frustrated and unfulfilled.
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<li>Lose weight fast and maintain your ideal body weight permanently</li> <li>Live up to 24 years longer</li> <li>Have up to 87% more strength in just 8 weeks</li> <li>Increase your energy up to 600%</li> <li>Decrease cancer risk up to 67%</li> <li>Drastically reduce your risk for all 4 of the top killers in America</li> <li>Look and feel up to 10 years younger in 90 days</li> <li>Decrease or eliminate your need for medications</li> <li>Significantly improve your sex drive</li> </ul>
Throughout his career, Dr. Pat Luse has helped countless patients create amazing results by following the 7 Systems Plan. You'll meet just a few of these patients. More importantly, you'll discover a proven process for creating the life you've always wanted. It's time to get your body working for you, not against you. Dr. Pat Luse is a chiropractic physician and is the president of Tri-State Physicians and Physical Therapy Clinic, a thriving multidiscipline practice employing doctors of medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic. He is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and completed continuing education at the Institute for Functional Medicine. For over three decades he has treated tens of thousands of patients and is passionate about helping people regain their health through safe, natural methods. He developed the 7 Systems Plan after decades of research and study. He and his wife, Teresa, have been blessed with four biological and four adopted children and twelve grandchildren. Connect at DrPatLuse.com.

The 7 Systems Plan: Proven Steps to Lose Weight, Heal Chronic Illness, and Reverse Aging for Good

Pat Luse

Diets & Weight Loss

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