Cradled Dreams
Cradled Dreams

Author: Beverly Hoffman

Publisher: Abbott Press

Published: 2013-04-24

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 1458208583

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As her family gathers for Thanksgiving, Georgies heartbreak is hard to conceal. After years of pursuing her dreams of motherhood, she has recently learned that her last option to conceive has failed. Grim amid the festive holiday celebrations, Georgie feels that she has little reason to give thanks. Her sister-in-law, Robin, desperate to ease Georgies suffering, struggles for a way to help. On loving impulse, she offers a solutionsurrogacy. Flush with excitement, neither woman can predict how her life will change. But each is comforted by the knowledge that her love for the other will guide the way. Soon, after in vitro using a relatives sperm and her own egg, Robin shares the joyous news that she is pregnant. Every conversation sparkles with her private joy at the gift she could give her sister-in-law. But she encounters unexpected criticism when discussing the plan with others. She must now deal with judgment and questions about ethics. Relationships are strained. Both must pay emotional costs they never anticipated. Soon, questions they never asked begin to haunt them both. Where do boundaries of possibility meet long-term responsibility? Under what circumstances does science need to pause to consider moral outcomes? When organs and tiny bones grow in spite of circumstances never seen in nature, where does motherhood begin and end? And most haunting of all is the question Robin couldnt ask herself on that first day: Will she really be able to give up the child for the sake of Georgies dream?

Nodding Off
Nodding Off

Author: Alice Gregory

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2018-06-14

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1472946154

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Sleep plays a crucial role in our waking lives, and we need to start paying it more attention. The latest research tells us that it's essential for learning and memory, for mental health and physical well-being, and yet we tend to only think about it when it's proving a struggle. Nodding Off leads you on a fascinating journey through the science of sleep as it evolves throughout our lives; from babies to teenagers, from middle age to the later years of our life, there are constantly new challenges to our sleep. Based on knowledge accumulated over almost two decades as a sleep researcher, Professor Alice Gregory shares real-life stories and interviews with other sleep experts to find the answers to questions, such as: - Why do so many adolescents enjoy lying in at the weekends? - Why do children experiencing anxiety, behavioural problems or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder so often have co-occurring sleep problems? - Why are scientists turning to sleep disorders such as sleep paralysis to try to understand paranormal experiences? With important tips on improving your sleep, Nodding Off is an essential read for anyone who sleeps, and more important still for those who don't get enough. Fans of Matthew Walker's Why We Sleep will love this book!

Towering Misfeasance
Towering Misfeasance

Author: Andreas Sofroniou

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2019-09-16

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 0244818738

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A young, handsome Cypriot Turk called Yusuf is tossed by fate into the vortex of a bitter conflict. Following his many adventures, the young Turk is forced to continue his quest for his future in unexpected circumstances and places. What follows is love, lust, violence, philosophy, architecture, battle, poetry, psychology and politics; from alpha to omega. Yusuf, a dazzlingly handsome young citizen of a noble family, is capture in battle and delivered into modern slavery and prostitution. Befriended by an academic in London and adopted by an English gentleman, he rises to prominence in an era of matchless braver, corruption and conflict.

From Cradle to Global CItizen
From Cradle to Global CItizen

Author: Lorraine Rose

Publisher: Interactive Publications Pty Ltd

Published: 2018-10-20

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 1925231828

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Lorraine Rose addresses the pervasive anxiety about where the world is going. In the midst of uncertainty, we are forced back to basics to re-discover tools for living. She identifies anchors that can help us navigate our lives by understanding our needs from the early years and during our developmental path to maturity. She charts an emotional and psychological map from birth to death, focusing on the birth of the personality and pathways that include learning to love and gaining the capacity for intimacy. Bringing our pre-verbal selves into consciousness is now more possible with advances in psychological practices, and this leads to a better understanding of our nature and needs. Those who missed out on emotional milestones can, as adults, revisit their early years to resolve those issues that impact on their capacity to mature, the quality of their relationships, and their ability to regulate their emotions. Finally, Lorraine Rose provides a commentary on recent economic and social models of western society to assess whether these models align with the needs of citizens. Ways of assessing the health of our society help us better discern our needs on a personal and societal level. At last: you are not patient 2794 or Syndrome XY: you are a whole human being with a personal history, a family, community and a changing body. Lorraine Rose’s enthralling book is unlike anything I have seen before and twice as satisfying. This is your mind and mine from first burp to senior reflections - a story all of us want to understand as we grow. Now we can. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 2.9px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Avenir Light'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px Avenir} – Robyn Williams, Science broadcaster I can’t recommend this book highly enough. Presenting complex and fascinating aspects of the development of individuals in contemporary life, this absorbing and satisfyingly accessible book is a must read; it is a have-to-have book. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 2.9px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Avenir Light'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Avenir Light'} span.s1 {font: 10.0px Avenir} – Jill Henry, counsellor/psychotherapist, former publisher for Cambridge Press and Oxford Press in Australia p.p1 {margin: 6.0px 0.0px 2.9px 0.0px; font: 10.0px Avenir} p.p2 {margin: 6.0px 0.0px 6.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px Avenir}

Cradle of the Serpent
Cradle of the Serpent

Author: Linda Lee Greene

Publisher: Gatekeeper Press

Published: 2017-03-20

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 1619846357

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~2018 American Fiction Awards Cross-Genre Finalist~ Multi-award-winning author Linda Lee Greene weaves a tale that brims with unimaginable twists and turns in a long-term marriage. “Enthralling” journeys into the human psyche, romantic love, archaeology, and American Indian history carry the reader into archaeologist Lily Light’s quest to come to terms with the catastrophic consequences of her husband’s infidelity. The trauma throws Lily into “amazing” episodes of past-life regression in which she takes on the persona of a young maiden named White Flower, a tribal member of the long-ago builders of Ohio’s Great Serpent Mound. White Flower’s life of thousands of years before reveals to Lily the unexpected path to her own salvation. Given 5 Stars by Readers Favorite, CRADLE OF THE SERPENT brims with “enthralling” journeys into the human psyche, romantic love, archaeology, American Indian history, spinal cord injury, its consequences, and its contemporary treatments, as well as “amazing” sequences of past-life regression, and unimaginable twists and turns in a long-term marriage. 5 STARS FROM READERS’ FAVORITE Author’s Social Sites BOOK REVIEW Reviewed by Sefina Hawke for Readers' Favorite Cradle of the Serpent (A Man and a Woman's Imperfect Love) by Linda Lee Greene is a fictional drama with a theme of dream/time travel and archaeology. This is a book that would appeal most to an audience of young adults and adults who enjoy drama romance novels that are not erotic. Lily Light is an archaeologist who works at the Great Serpent Mound in Ohio. Her work opened her to experiences, knowledge, and beliefs she never knew existed. Psychotherapist Michael Neeson is Lily’s therapist and guide in her dream travels where she becomes a woman known as White Flower. Lily’s life path takes her to heights she never knew existed in her dream travels, yet she also experiences hurt when she discovers her husband’s infidelity. Cradle of the Serpent (A Man and a Woman's Imperfect Love) by Linda Lee Greene is a book with a slower pace, yet the leisurely pace only added to the story instead of detracting from it. I enjoyed the way that Lily Light develops as a character during the course of the book as her husband’s shooting, his paralyzed state, and the discovery of his mistress leave her reeling. The way that she not only recovers, but also throws herself into her dream states that allow her to embrace White Flower, was amazing. I loved the suspense in trying to discover if White Flower was a dream state or if Lily was time traveling. The additional perspective of Michael Neeson provided a nice balance to the story. I also particularly liked that the love scenes were written to be romantic instead of erotic.

Flashback: 50 Stories of Nostalgia
Flashback: 50 Stories of Nostalgia

Author: Priscilla Rogers

Publisher: Priscilla Rogers

Published:

Total Pages: 191

ISBN-13:

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Flashback: 50 Stories of Nostalgia" is a captivating anthology that invites readers on a journey through time, delving into the rich tapestry of human experience and emotion. Through a collection of poignant and evocative tales, this anthology explores the delicate threads of nostalgia woven into the fabric of our lives. From heartwarming stories of childhood memories that transport readers to the innocence of youth to the tender embrace of grandparents' wisdom, the anthology resonates with themes of familial bonds and the enduring impact of formative years. The narratives within "Flashback" delicately unravel the intricacies of first dates, capturing the exhilaration and nervous anticipation that accompany such memorable moments. Old friendships are rekindled, offering a glimpse into the enduring strength of connections that withstand the test of time. The anthology doesn't shy away from exploring the enchanting world of prom, where dreams are spun, and the dance of fleeting romance unfolds against the backdrop of glittering lights and timeless music. Each story in this anthology serves as a portal to the past, illuminating the universal experiences that shape the human condition. With a focus on relatable moments and the indelible imprints left by shared history, "Flashback" becomes a literary time capsule, preserving the essence of nostalgia for readers to savor and reflect upon. Whether revisiting the carefree days of youth or navigating the complexities of first love, this collection embraces the universal themes that bind us together in the shared tapestry of memory and longing.