  Was it a miracle, God-given determination, or both, that lifted Kathi from the paralysis that blindsided her, confining her to a wheelchair? No one wants to face such a life-changing health crisis, but Kathi takes us on her journey of creating a new life with a disability. With a husband also hospitalized, she is alone in her battle. A rehab center becomes her home while she searches for strength of body—and mind. See how acceptance, determination, and courage can overcome the challenges of everyday life. Reading about her progress, you realize she is just like you—an ordinary person who accepts the challenge to accomplish extraordinary feats, inspiring us by her power of faith and determination.  

I Stand with Courage: One Woman's Journey to Conquer Paralysis

Holmes, Kathryn M.

Religion & Spirituality

Inspiring Voices

With forty percent of people in the U.S. now over fifty years of age, millions of baby boomers and beyond are facing new challenges and choices as they journey through the second-half of life. This study guide helps to provide answers to the pressing issues that those in the second-half of life find themselves dealing with. Included in this guide is information about: Raising Grandchildren-over 6 million children live with grandparents. Dealing with Depression-the most common illness found among Second-Halfers Surviving the Death of a Spouse-the number one cause for stress Finding love a second time-read about couples who found spouses on the internet Health, Finance, Scams, and other important Retirement issues Making sense out of life by developing a "Lifetime Message" From 82 year old Marlene who is raising her great granddaughter to 95 year old Nola Ochs, America's oldest college graduate to 93 year old youth pastor Howard Fox, true stories from the lives of second-halfers who have experienced both tragedy and triumph are interwoven throughout the lessons. If you are new to the "second half" or have been traveling this road a long time you will find yourself laughing, crying, learning, and being encouraged at God's plan for every person...regardless of age. If you have a PULSE, you have a PURPOSE and whether you use this guide in a small group, a Sunday School class, or as an individual study, you can find inspiration and hope. YOU can FINISH LIFE STRONG! Looking for inspiration and hope? This book is for you. You will find numbers of practical and helpful suggestions to get you on the road to a whole new life of excitement in your second half. ...from the foreward, Ken Horn Editor Pentecostal Evangel!

Finishing Life Strong: Issues and Inspiration for Those in the Second-Half of Life!

Heide, John

Questions lead to choices. A school assignment helps a little boy appreciate the choices his mother made. In the process, through questions of his own, Fred learns how important it is to ask questions when making choices. Follow along with Fred and his mom while they explore questions and the resulting choices in this delightful book.

Fred Threads: Book One: The Interview

Oswalt, Kay

Children's Books

The House that Wanted a Family is a unique and charming story told from the perspective of a house. The house is for sale and sits empty, waiting for a family. It’s a book you’ll want to read again and again…to a child or yourself. The house will be waiting.

The House That Wanted a Family

Daniel, Susan Spence

Business & Money

The Ten Commandments are as relevant today as they were when they were first given to Moses. The Ten Commandments for Children offers a simple yet effective guide for young children to help them understand the meaning of the commandments. By learning the essence of the Ten Commandments at an early age, children can gain a foundation to live by for the rest of their lives.  Author Mary Lane McGinnis has taken the most important words to live by and put them into terms that a child can understand:  Honor your mom and your dad, and I will bless you as I said, With many days upon this land. The Ten Commandments for Children can help children take the true meaning of these words to live by into their hearts.

The Ten Commandments for Children

McGinnis, Mary Lane

Charlie Bear: What a Headstrong Rescue Dog Taught Me About Life, Love, and Second Chances

B.J. Taylor

Little Susy and her beloved grandma share a special bond. Every day, they take a special walk together to special places where they revel in the beauty of nature and all it offers. As Susy and her grandma look for special sights to see, they soon encounter a beautiful spotted lady bug, a wooly bear caterpillar, a black swallowtail butterfly, and a bright red cardinal. With each new discovery, Susy is amazed at the splendor she and her grandma uncover as they walk through flower gardens and cow pastures and watch as the clouds move like white sheep across the sky. But one day when Susy wants to walk to her favorite spot, her grandma is not there; her mother says Grandma is gone and will not be back. On her favorite walk, though, Susy soon discovers that her grandma has not left her at all. Grandma, It's Beautiful is an inspirational story of love that brings an eternal message of hope and belief that God always cares for each of his exquisite, unique creations.

Grandma, It's Beautiful

Davis, Anita

Religions

A carefree and idyllic childhood during the Depression allowed author Shirley Odle, born Shirley Cross, to become a free-spirited and self willed young lady. While growing up in Washington, she benefited from the hard work and perseverance of her loving parents. They provided a strong family life for her, her sister Margie, and her brother Bob. One day, a chance invitation to a church service from a fellow employee of her father, changed her family and reset the course of her life. In this action packed memoir, she recounts her childhood experiences and teen years in loving detail. Introducing her college sweetheart Glen Odle, she recalls their shared experiences as he is drafted into the service during WWII. Marrying him in San Francisco, she follows him around the United States in exciting and challenging circumstances. Returning to the Pacific Northwest, Shirley continues her life story, sharing tales of her children and their growing up years. Through the years her belief in God remained, but God's plans and Shirley's plans clashed, creating a life-long struggle. Guilt, forgiveness, and obedience spiral. God has been the centerpiece for her life, but sometimes the ups and downs of daily life baffled her. Show Me the Way to Go Home is Shirley Odle's honest and heartwarming story of her life and the role God has played in each step of the way.

Show Me the Way to Go Home

Odle, Shirley M.

Biographies & Memoirs

I remembered Papa bringing me to the general store as a child. I could still see the potbellied stove with its chrome footrests on all sides, circled with old oak chairs where the old-timers sat exchanging stories and jokes This was the gathering place for the farmers and old-timers in the area. Papa was the only educated veterinarian for miles around. He knew, when he went into the store, he would be giving free medical advice to anyone who asked. The storm intensified. The rain came down in sheets. The wind became a whirling, threatening monster, tearing at our little frame house. Lightning split the sky open, followed by loud claps of thunder. When lightning flashed, it lit up the whole yard and barn, and I could see Papa climbing the ladder of the windmill. The huge blades flopped wildly in the wind and I could hear the loose chain hit the metal framework. I was so frightened, I could scarcely breathe.

Papa Said

Gunther, Winona

History

As a former foster child, I know how it feels to be alone, to feel lost, to feel hopeless, and to feel helpless. I also know you can make a difference in the life of a foster child. I've been there. While my story is not unique, I want to share it in order to help the caring people of America walk in the shoes of a child who experiences physical, mental, and emotional abuse; is removed from everything she knows; is provided a roof over her head by the State and strangers; and then is thrust into adulthood totally unprepared but later succeeds. I want them to see, touch, and feel what the abused/foster child suffers and why they are who they are. I want them to see the major gaps in the child's life skills and social abilities and why they exist. We must walk in the child's shoes in order to understand them. Only then will we be able to truly fill the enormous amount of needs they have and feel confident in adopting, fostering, and working with foster children. We must fully understand the heart and life of a foster child before we can effectively foster, adopt, or work with this vulnerable population of extraordinary children. I invite you to walk with me, and learn how it truly feels to grow up as "nobody's child" A little girl destined to failure, confined by abuse, and traumatized by foster care is inspired by faith to succeed.

From Foster to Fabulous: One Little Girl's Journey Through Abuse, Foster Care, Aging Out, and Life Beyond

Ramaglia, Helen

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