The Incredible Journey of a dog named Priscilla who finds her Forever Home back to her original owner who was trying to find Priscilla a home with someone else. But Priscilla had other plans. Lost at the airport that was to transport her to another state (Colorado), follow Priscilla's heartwarming story how she gets away from the pilots and is lost for many days. Priscilla meets a Panther, stares down the barrel of hunger and fear and thirst and even meets a companion named Jock who unfortunately lost his life. Find out how Priscilla's Journey finds her back home with Ms. Ann, her original owner, whose heart was broke when she thought she had lost Priscilla forever, and now are both reunited.
A young African American girl is sold away from her mother as a slave, and then later is sold to a Cherokee Indian, but eventually she is bought by a white man who not only sets her free, but adopts her into his family of fifteen children. Based on a true story; includes instructions for making a hollyhock doll.
When his family comes to live on his grandfather's farm in Pennsylvania while his father is out of work, eleven-year-old Will must deal with his father's distant behavior, his grandfather's heart attack, and caring for a goose he has shot.
A teenage boy faces his past and seeks redemption in the gripping companion book to Red Kayak Nine months in a juvenile detention facility was the punishment for his crime. After just a month he makes a bold escape that nearly kills him and soon an angry fourteen-year-old Digger is on the run. When injuries stop him, Digger hides at a riverside campground, where he befriends a young boy and a girl his own age. New friends, a job caring for rescued horses, and risking his life to save another make Digger realize that the journey back is not just about getting home. But he come to terms with his troubled past and face what he's really running from?
The Egyptians in Exodus 1 were intent on enslaving the Israelites, wearing them down so that God’s chosen people would become disillusioned and not live up to their destiny. Of the original two million Israelites who received God’s invitation to enter the Promised Land, only two actually entered it! Similarly, modern day Christians often hear and understand the promises of God each Sunday morning at church but then rarely choose to experience them in everyday life. In One in a Million, Bible teacher Priscilla Shirer invites us to change that pattern for good, living beyond our circumstances and expecting to see God move in miraculous ways day after day. Without a doubt, we can find and follow God’s purpose for our journey. We can make it to the Promised Land!
What comes to mind when you think of the best version of yourself? Is it having a new wardrobe, an expensive car, or a huge following on social media? Our society prioritizes having such achievements as the proof of having it all together. But do we really have it all together? Or are we using these external motivations to avoid healing from the negative experiences of our life? In Seated, the author dares you to begin the process of moving through and not past the pivotal negative experiences of your life amidst the temptation to retreat or give up. Priscilla openly shares her journey of BEcoming and how she navigated the painful revelation of living a double life to now owning her story through courage, empathy, and vulnerability. She believes that it's only when you surrender yourself to the process and let God in, that you can: Find the courage to heal from your pain Discover powerful lessons from your past Flourish and become the man/woman God created you to be
A treasury of recipes, crafts, gardening tips, and more from the national bestselling author of the China Bayles series—a great gift for both mystery fans and herb & craft enthusiasts! Readers of the China Bayles mystery novels are familiar with the usefulness and wonder of the many herbs the amateur sleuth sells in her beloved Thyme and Seasons shop. Compiled by national bestselling author Susan Wittig Albert at the request of her fans, China Bayles' Book of Days gathers together tidbits and treasures about plants and reveals ways you can put more green into your daily life. Featuring 365 days of recipes, crafts, gardening tips, remedies, and more, this special volume is a personal calendar of the legends and lore of herbs and also features brand-new essays from the author, clues from China's mysteries, and some special contributions by the irrepressible members of the Myra Merryweather Herb Guild, Pecan Springs's oldest civic organization.
Priscilla Gingold is a thirteen-year-old living in the twentieth century. Inherent in her makeup are the seeds of healing abilities, as well as an innate understanding of herbs and their natural healing qualities. The child of parents who died when she was young, she lives with and is educated by her aunt, Judith. It is there that Priscilla discovers her roots. Aunt Judith’s many talents enable Priscilla to bridge time. Priscilla’s forays into the past bring her into the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries where she experiences the full flavor of her ancestors’ trials. None the worse for her experience, Priscilla understands the seriousness of their cause. The book culminates in a harrowing escapade wherein Priscilla is kidnapped by the opposing forces who want to use her as a bargaining tool with Aunt Judith. Swirls of magic engineered by Aunt Judith pepper the tale. Characters are colorful from Captain Church, who is the boat master; to Orcengetorix, Aunt Judith’s guard; and of course, the whimsical Emily and Marie, her close friends.
" In "A Little Maid Of Province Town" by Alice Turner Curtis, journey back in time to the quaint coastal town of Province Town during the early days of the Pilgrims' settlement. This captivating historical tale follows the adventures of a young girl named Priscilla as she navigates life in this close-knit community. Set against the backdrop of the 17th century, Priscilla's story unfolds as she encounters the challenges and joys of a growing settlement. From learning about the Pilgrims' struggles and the hardships they face to forging friendships with fellow settlers, Priscilla's experiences offer a glimpse into the resilience and determination of early American colonists. Through Alice Turner Curtis' vivid storytelling, readers will be transported to a time of exploration and discovery, where the simplicity of daily life is juxtaposed with the hardships of the New World. Priscilla's journey highlights themes of community, perseverance, and the importance of preserving one's heritage. "A Little Maid Of Province Town" celebrates the spirit of early American settlers and the enduring legacy of their contributions to American history. Priscilla's adventures allow readers to connect with the challenges and triumphs faced by those who shaped the foundations of a nation. Join Priscilla as she embraces the spirit of adventure, finds her place in a new world, and learns the value of resilience and unity in the face of adversity." Keywords: historical fiction, Pilgrims, settlement, Province Town, colonial America, community, perseverance, heritage, exploration, American history.
