Despite tangles with Biff Brown, the petty, vindictive league head, Meg is Team Mom and Michael is coach of their twin sons' youth baseball team, the Caerphilly Eagles. On opening day Biff's lookalike brother is found dead in the porta-potty at the ball field. It would be easy to blame Biff, but he has an alibi, and Meg suspects he may actually have been the intended victim.
New York Times Bestseller: The “extraordinary” true story of a golden eagle adopted by a California ranching family, and how she changed their lives (Delia Ephron). In 1955, Ed Durden brought a baby golden eagle home to his ranch in California, where she would stay for the next sixteen years. As her bond with Ed and the Durden family grew, the eagle, named Lady, displayed a fierce intelligence and strong personality. She learned quickly, had a strong mothering instinct (even for other species), and never stopped surprising those who cared for her. An eight-week New York Times bestseller, Gifts of an Eagle is a fascinating up-close look at one of the most majestic creatures in nature, as well as a heartwarming family story and “an affectionate, unsentimental tribute” (Kirkus Reviews).
“Once an Eagle is simply the best work of fiction on leadership in print.” —General Martin E. Dempsey, 18th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Required reading for West Point and Marine Corps cadets, Once An Eagle is the story of one special man, a soldier named Sam Damon, and his adversary over a lifetime, fellow officer Courtney Massengale. Damon is a professional who puts duty, honor, and the men he commands above self-interest. Massengale, however, brilliantly advances by making the right connections behind the lines and in Washington's corridors of power. Beginning in the French countryside during the Great War, the conflict between these adversaries solidifies in the isolated garrison life marking peacetime, intensifies in the deadly Pacific jungles of World War II, and reaches its treacherous conclusion in the last major battleground of the Cold War—Vietnam. Now reissued with a new foreword by acclaimed historian Carlo D'Este, here is an unforgettable story of a man who embodies the best in our nation—and in us all.
This book, entitled "How to Fly like an Eagle," is a motivational book written by the author in French, Spanish, and English to help people learn the techniques and to get the skills to help them to fly to the top like that bird of prey which is the eagle. In this book, the readers will learn how to overcome obstacles and to cultivate the fruit of persistence which is an essential factor in the process of transformation of desire into its monetary equivalent. The basis of persistence is the power of will. When this power and desire combine correctly, they form an irresistible combination, the perfect one to help you overcome your failures. There are four simple steps which lead to the habit of persistence. This does not require a large amount of intelligence or a special education, but time and minimal effort. The four steps are as follows: 1- A target set backed by a burning desire to achieve it. 2- A definite plan, expressed in continuous action. 3- A closed mind to any negative influence (including negative suggestions of relatives, friends and others). 4- A harmonious agreement with one or more persons, able to lead someone to go forward with the plan and with the goal. These four steps are essential for success in all areas of life. These are the steps with which you can control your economic destiny. These are the steps that lead to freedom and independence of thought, that convert dreams into reality. These are the steps that lead to the domination of fear, discouragement and indifference. I do not know the situation you are facing currently, maybe you are in a wheelchair, or in a hospital bed and without any hope of survival, maybe you're on the verge of divorce, or you are unable to complete your schooling or university, or find a job. You can now be crawling like a snake or you have broken wings preventing you from being able to fly like an eagle, but one thing is certain, regardless of your economic, family, health situation you can have a better life, develop your potential and fly as high as the eagle above any obstacles or constraints you are facing right now. Of course, this will be possible if you apply the principles to be taught in this book. I testify to you with all my heart that this book has the power to transform the lives of people from nothing to excellence, from the dust of the ground to the top of success. I promise you if you read it, and put the principles into practice, your life will be completely blessed!
"The world may know Chris Duffin as 'The Mad Scientist of Strength,' but you wouldn't have ever guessed that if you saw the scrawny kid skinning rattlesnakes and chasing dragonflies in the early '80s. The story of his unconventional life will take you from ... tales of murder, trauma, heartbreak, and survival deep in the Pacific Northwest wilderness all the way to an idealization of the self-made man--still flawed, but never broken"--Dust jacket fla
This book is about how you will leave your mark on the world. It is about discovering the purpose for which you were created, and how to fulfill that purpose. It is about the vision you have for your life, and how to bring that vision into reality. It is about building relationships that are rich and enduring. It is about the courage to rise above adversity in the pursuit of your dreams. It is about connecting to your creative and transcendent spirit. Most of all, it is about taking charge of your one precious life, spreading your wings, and soaring to new realms of possibility.
Mildred B. Spencer Covenant Purpose Ministry A Widow With a Passion for young people and love for God. Youth Leadership is one of the most exciting, exhilarating and sometimes frustrating gifts one can exercise. The question is often asked as to what qualities make the best youth Leaders. Usually the answer is composed of various stereotypes: young, trendy, handsome/ beautiful, good communicator, funny, musical, always filled with energy, good with children of all ages and adults too! However, it is often the people we least expect that make the best leaders. Its not necessary to have any of the above qualities but the one prerequisite to being a good youth leader is to have a passion for the young people and love for God. Young people respect integrity and will eventually come to realize that you are on their side! Mildred Spencer, is an Evangelist for thirty seven years . Traveling across the country to several territories. Places like London England, Bermuda, Jamaica, through out the Southern States, are a few. She attend several collages. One of last is, the California Baptist University, Riverside, CA.. She served as Youth Director at her home church for fifteen years, while part time on the Mission Field. She coordinated several youth pageants for all ages. Taking several groups to places like: Hawaii, Oakland, Ca., and San Francisco, CA. Are a few. The author of several books, and a widow indeed. A mother and grandmother.
The seventh novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Roman series. Trouble is brewing in Syria, on the eastern frontier of the Roman Empire. With the troops in a deplorable state, centurions Macro and Cato are despatched to restore the competence of the cohort. But another challenge faces them as Bannus, a local tribesman, is brewing up trouble and preaching violent opposition to Rome. As the local revolt grows in scale, Macro and Cato must stamp out corruption in the cohort and restore it to fighting fitness to quash Bannus - before the eastern provinces are lost to the Empire forever...
Seven short stories about girls competing in tennis, figure skating, skiing, basketball, rodeo competition, and diving reveal their courage, dedication, and special problems
