Author: Carolyn Hannan Bell
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781493536757
Category : Alcoholics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There are a lot of reasons why we don't talk to our children about alcoholism. We don't want to upset the drinker and make things worse. We don't want to bring attention to the drama and dysfunction. We don't want to be accountable. We want it to go away. We don't want our children to think badly of their parent. We don't know what to say or which words to use. There are a lot of reasons why we don't talk to our children about alcoholism, but none of them are good ones.Talking to children about alcoholism is not hard. NOT talking to children about alcoholism and addiction is hard. Maybe not in the moment, when it feels easier, and maybe even kinder, to cover things up, but in the future when a child's issues borne from misunderstanding, misinterpretation and lack of communication take flight.In an easily understood, beautifully illustrated style, "Daddy's Disease" helps families to navigate the difficult waters of alcoholism.Tommy doesn't know why his father doesn't show up for dinners, or soccer games or why he acts funny sometimes. Tommy thinks it's because his father doesn't want to be with him, that he hasn't been the best boy he can be, that he should try harder. But, Mommy tells Tommy that Daddy has a disease called "alcoholism." She helps Tommy, and his faithful dog Murphy, understand what this disease is and how it affects Daddy, and the whole family. She teaches Tommy that he is not responsible for Daddy's behavior and that gives Tommy the peace he needs to foster a healthy childhood."Carolyn Hannan Bell has given a gift to thousands of children and their parents with her book: "Daddy's Disease". A wonderful book for children who have a parent who has alcoholism. With gentle insight and poignant stories, she introduces us to 7-year-old Tommy whose father is an active alcoholic. Like most children of alcoholics, he is confused, angry and feels it's his fault. This is where Carolyn takes over the voice of Tommy's mother and holds his hand and heart while she guides them through these difficult waters.This is a children's book that everyone living with alcohol should read. Thank you Carolyn"Daniel Gottlieb, PhD Host: "Voices in the Family" WHYY FMAuthor: "Letters to Sam", "Wisdom of Sam" and forthcoming "The Wisdom We're Born With"
Hug me, My daddy's not a drug addict
Author: Brandon Beckman
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557416973
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
A mix of self-help, parenting, and understanding the disease of addiction in the family. A description of life-changing issues which addicts and their families face when recovery begins from drug & alcohol abuse. It's about discovering the Sober Self, practicing new principles in a renewed life rich in hope and faith, nurturing a balance between body, mind, emotions, and spirit, and learning how to raise a resilient child in a 12 Step home. The book is an extension of Brandon Beckman's Life Journal and includes enduring memories and unforgettable experiences as a recovering addict, an Addiction Treatment Professional, and business owner dedicated to building healthy communities around the world.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 0557416973
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
A mix of self-help, parenting, and understanding the disease of addiction in the family. A description of life-changing issues which addicts and their families face when recovery begins from drug & alcohol abuse. It's about discovering the Sober Self, practicing new principles in a renewed life rich in hope and faith, nurturing a balance between body, mind, emotions, and spirit, and learning how to raise a resilient child in a 12 Step home. The book is an extension of Brandon Beckman's Life Journal and includes enduring memories and unforgettable experiences as a recovering addict, an Addiction Treatment Professional, and business owner dedicated to building healthy communities around the world.
Daddy's Disease
Author: Carolyn Hannan Bell
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781493536757
Category : Alcoholics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There are a lot of reasons why we don't talk to our children about alcoholism. We don't want to upset the drinker and make things worse. We don't want to bring attention to the drama and dysfunction. We don't want to be accountable. We want it to go away. We don't want our children to think badly of their parent. We don't know what to say or which words to use. There are a lot of reasons why we don't talk to our children about alcoholism, but none of them are good ones.Talking to children about alcoholism is not hard. NOT talking to children about alcoholism and addiction is hard. Maybe not in the moment, when it feels easier, and maybe even kinder, to cover things up, but in the future when a child's issues borne from misunderstanding, misinterpretation and lack of communication take flight.In an easily understood, beautifully illustrated style, "Daddy's Disease" helps families to navigate the difficult waters of alcoholism.Tommy doesn't know why his father doesn't show up for dinners, or soccer games or why he acts funny sometimes. Tommy thinks it's because his father doesn't want to be with him, that he hasn't been the best boy he can be, that he should try harder. But, Mommy tells Tommy that Daddy has a disease called "alcoholism." She helps Tommy, and his faithful dog Murphy, understand what this disease is and how it affects Daddy, and the whole family. She teaches Tommy that he is not responsible for Daddy's behavior and that gives Tommy the peace he needs to foster a healthy childhood."Carolyn Hannan Bell has given a gift to thousands of children and their parents with her book: "Daddy's Disease". A wonderful book for children who have a parent who has alcoholism. With gentle insight and poignant stories, she introduces us to 7-year-old Tommy whose father is an active alcoholic. Like most children of alcoholics, he is confused, angry and feels it's his fault. This is where Carolyn takes over the voice of Tommy's mother and holds his hand and heart while she guides them through these difficult waters.This is a children's book that everyone living with alcohol should read. Thank you Carolyn"Daniel Gottlieb, PhD Host: "Voices in the Family" WHYY FMAuthor: "Letters to Sam", "Wisdom of Sam" and forthcoming "The Wisdom We're Born With"
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781493536757
Category : Alcoholics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
There are a lot of reasons why we don't talk to our children about alcoholism. We don't want to upset the drinker and make things worse. We don't want to bring attention to the drama and dysfunction. We don't want to be accountable. We want it to go away. We don't want our children to think badly of their parent. We don't know what to say or which words to use. There are a lot of reasons why we don't talk to our children about alcoholism, but none of them are good ones.Talking to children about alcoholism is not hard. NOT talking to children about alcoholism and addiction is hard. Maybe not in the moment, when it feels easier, and maybe even kinder, to cover things up, but in the future when a child's issues borne from misunderstanding, misinterpretation and lack of communication take flight.In an easily understood, beautifully illustrated style, "Daddy's Disease" helps families to navigate the difficult waters of alcoholism.Tommy doesn't know why his father doesn't show up for dinners, or soccer games or why he acts funny sometimes. Tommy thinks it's because his father doesn't want to be with him, that he hasn't been the best boy he can be, that he should try harder. But, Mommy tells Tommy that Daddy has a disease called "alcoholism." She helps Tommy, and his faithful dog Murphy, understand what this disease is and how it affects Daddy, and the whole family. She teaches Tommy that he is not responsible for Daddy's behavior and that gives Tommy the peace he needs to foster a healthy childhood."Carolyn Hannan Bell has given a gift to thousands of children and their parents with her book: "Daddy's Disease". A wonderful book for children who have a parent who has alcoholism. With gentle insight and poignant stories, she introduces us to 7-year-old Tommy whose father is an active alcoholic. Like most children of alcoholics, he is confused, angry and feels it's his fault. This is where Carolyn takes over the voice of Tommy's mother and holds his hand and heart while she guides them through these difficult waters.This is a children's book that everyone living with alcohol should read. Thank you Carolyn"Daniel Gottlieb, PhD Host: "Voices in the Family" WHYY FMAuthor: "Letters to Sam", "Wisdom of Sam" and forthcoming "The Wisdom We're Born With"
Daddy's Book
Author: Joseph Coppini
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1483656586
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 105
Book Description
This is how the story begins, it was a Wednesday night and I went to a dance every Wednesday night at the P.S. Pavilion; a nice big dance hall like the big ones we had in Chicago, with the big bands. I felt like I was about 18 years old and I danced every dance. I had a few drinks and I left the dance about 11 :00 P.M. I got to bed about 11:45 p.m. I woke up about 5 a.m the next morning. I couldn't breathe, I was having a tough time breathing; so I called 911. I knew I was in some kind of trouble so I took my pajamas off, put on shorts and with that I put my medicare card and blue cross/blue shield card, and my driver's license in my pocket I waited out side. It seemed like an hour but it was probably only a few minutes, before the fire dept arrived with their wagon. I was standing in the driveway, waiting for them to arrive. I said, "I'm having a hard time breathing would you please give me some oxygen." They kept asking, what's your name, . . .where do you live? I kept asking them to please give me some oxygen. I was having a tough time breathing.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1483656586
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 105
Book Description
This is how the story begins, it was a Wednesday night and I went to a dance every Wednesday night at the P.S. Pavilion; a nice big dance hall like the big ones we had in Chicago, with the big bands. I felt like I was about 18 years old and I danced every dance. I had a few drinks and I left the dance about 11 :00 P.M. I got to bed about 11:45 p.m. I woke up about 5 a.m the next morning. I couldn't breathe, I was having a tough time breathing; so I called 911. I knew I was in some kind of trouble so I took my pajamas off, put on shorts and with that I put my medicare card and blue cross/blue shield card, and my driver's license in my pocket I waited out side. It seemed like an hour but it was probably only a few minutes, before the fire dept arrived with their wagon. I was standing in the driveway, waiting for them to arrive. I said, "I'm having a hard time breathing would you please give me some oxygen." They kept asking, what's your name, . . .where do you live? I kept asking them to please give me some oxygen. I was having a tough time breathing.
My Dad Loves Me, My Dad Has a Disease
Author: Claudia Black
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Alcoholics
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Alcoholics
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
I Wish Daddy Didn't Drink So Much
Author: Judith Vigna
Publisher: Albert Whitman
ISBN: 9780807535264
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A young girl shares her feelings and frustrations about her alcoholic father's behavior.
Publisher: Albert Whitman
ISBN: 9780807535264
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A young girl shares her feelings and frustrations about her alcoholic father's behavior.
Why Doesn't Daddy Feel So Well?
Author: R. A. Kelley
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 145209750X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
This is book is one of the most imaginative and innovative approaches to helping young children understand the nature of alcoholism and its devastating impact on them and their entire family. A simple story of a family with young children going through this life crisis is the teaching tool. The story is based on the author's personal experience and written for children ages 7-12. Instructions are provided to the parent to enable them to guide the child through the story emotionally and to invite them to identify and share their feelings about the family in the story, and most importantly, about their own family. The book uses Key Points at the beginning of each chapter to highlight critical issues the parent should discuss during the chapter. As both the parent and child read through the story together, the parent is focused and guided to use the story as a springboard for conversation and enlightenment regarding the child's own family situation and dynamics. At the end of each chapter is a section called, "Things to think about." These are a series of thoughtful questions for discussion that invite and encourage both parent and child to bring to the surface intense feelings that are sometimes buried deeply. The ultimate purpose is to help the child understand that they cannot cause, control, nor cure the disease, preventing them from unnecessary guilt and incurring permanent damage to their self-esteem. The story ends with a message of hope that there is help out there and that they are never alone. It also reinforces the notion that they are responsible for their own recovery and that there are many tools available. Finally a list of resources, phone numbers, and websites is provided for the reader to build on the experience the book provides.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 145209750X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 50
Book Description
This is book is one of the most imaginative and innovative approaches to helping young children understand the nature of alcoholism and its devastating impact on them and their entire family. A simple story of a family with young children going through this life crisis is the teaching tool. The story is based on the author's personal experience and written for children ages 7-12. Instructions are provided to the parent to enable them to guide the child through the story emotionally and to invite them to identify and share their feelings about the family in the story, and most importantly, about their own family. The book uses Key Points at the beginning of each chapter to highlight critical issues the parent should discuss during the chapter. As both the parent and child read through the story together, the parent is focused and guided to use the story as a springboard for conversation and enlightenment regarding the child's own family situation and dynamics. At the end of each chapter is a section called, "Things to think about." These are a series of thoughtful questions for discussion that invite and encourage both parent and child to bring to the surface intense feelings that are sometimes buried deeply. The ultimate purpose is to help the child understand that they cannot cause, control, nor cure the disease, preventing them from unnecessary guilt and incurring permanent damage to their self-esteem. The story ends with a message of hope that there is help out there and that they are never alone. It also reinforces the notion that they are responsible for their own recovery and that there are many tools available. Finally a list of resources, phone numbers, and websites is provided for the reader to build on the experience the book provides.
Chillin’ with Your Daddy God
Author: Vincent C. Grote
Publisher: WestBowPress
ISBN: 1490809902
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
This daily devotional illuminates one verse each week with a fresh look for every day. God loves you and wants you to be successful in every area of your life. The first step on that journey is knowing and believing the love that your Daddy God has for you. Chillin with Your Daddy God seeks to catapult you in that direction. Using one verse per week and examining the truths within on a daily basis can help you break through religious traditions and rediscover what it means to meditate on Scripture. After spending time chillin with your Daddy God, you will realize you were created by a loving Father who wants only the best for you. You can begin to understand how valuable and precious you truly are because of the high price He paid for you. Your Daddy God is saying, Come on over. Relax. Kick off your shoes and stay awhile.
Publisher: WestBowPress
ISBN: 1490809902
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
This daily devotional illuminates one verse each week with a fresh look for every day. God loves you and wants you to be successful in every area of your life. The first step on that journey is knowing and believing the love that your Daddy God has for you. Chillin with Your Daddy God seeks to catapult you in that direction. Using one verse per week and examining the truths within on a daily basis can help you break through religious traditions and rediscover what it means to meditate on Scripture. After spending time chillin with your Daddy God, you will realize you were created by a loving Father who wants only the best for you. You can begin to understand how valuable and precious you truly are because of the high price He paid for you. Your Daddy God is saying, Come on over. Relax. Kick off your shoes and stay awhile.
The Family on Beartown Road
Author: Elizabeth Cohen
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 030743219X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • “[A] touching memoir . . . What makes the book so sympathetic is Cohen’s lack of self-pity and the straightforward tone. . . . [A] superb chronicle.”—People The Family on Beartown Road is Elizabeth Cohen’s true and moving portrait of love and courage. Elizabeth, a member of the “sandwich generation”—those caught in the middle, simultaneously caring for their children and for their aging parents—is the mother of baby Ava and the daughter of Daddy, and responsible for both. In this story full of everyday triumphs, first steps, and an elder’s confusion, Ava finds each new picture, each new word, each new song, something to learn greedily, joyfully. Daddy is a man in his twilight years, for whom time moves slowly and lessons are not learned but quietly, frustratingly forgotten. Elizabeth, a suddenly single mother with a career and a mortgage and a hamperful of laundry, finds her world spiraling out of control. Faced with mounting disasters, she chooses to confront life head-on, and to see the unique beauty in each and every moment. Imbued with an unquenchable spirit, The Family on Beartown Road takes us on a journey through the remarkable landscape that is family. Originally published as The House on Beartown Road
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 030743219X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 306
Book Description
A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • “[A] touching memoir . . . What makes the book so sympathetic is Cohen’s lack of self-pity and the straightforward tone. . . . [A] superb chronicle.”—People The Family on Beartown Road is Elizabeth Cohen’s true and moving portrait of love and courage. Elizabeth, a member of the “sandwich generation”—those caught in the middle, simultaneously caring for their children and for their aging parents—is the mother of baby Ava and the daughter of Daddy, and responsible for both. In this story full of everyday triumphs, first steps, and an elder’s confusion, Ava finds each new picture, each new word, each new song, something to learn greedily, joyfully. Daddy is a man in his twilight years, for whom time moves slowly and lessons are not learned but quietly, frustratingly forgotten. Elizabeth, a suddenly single mother with a career and a mortgage and a hamperful of laundry, finds her world spiraling out of control. Faced with mounting disasters, she chooses to confront life head-on, and to see the unique beauty in each and every moment. Imbued with an unquenchable spirit, The Family on Beartown Road takes us on a journey through the remarkable landscape that is family. Originally published as The House on Beartown Road
Lights, Love and Lip Gloss
Author: Ni-Ni Simone
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 0758288549
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Finally, London Phillips is defying her domineering mother and taking control of her life. But she's striking back with a weapon that could destroy her future - and her chance at real love. Two too many cuties have left Rich Montgomery desperate for the perfect cover-up - but when her house of lies comes tumbling down, things get pretty twisted..Heather Cummings is more successful than ever thanks to an amazing comeback - and the ultimate Hollywood betrayal, but old habits die hard. Prepare for a Hollywood High comeback.
Publisher: Kensington Books
ISBN: 0758288549
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Finally, London Phillips is defying her domineering mother and taking control of her life. But she's striking back with a weapon that could destroy her future - and her chance at real love. Two too many cuties have left Rich Montgomery desperate for the perfect cover-up - but when her house of lies comes tumbling down, things get pretty twisted..Heather Cummings is more successful than ever thanks to an amazing comeback - and the ultimate Hollywood betrayal, but old habits die hard. Prepare for a Hollywood High comeback.
That’S the Way It Is
Author: Molly Stringer
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1514475863
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Memories flood my mind as I reminisce how my journey has been a lifetime of happenings that speak to my soul with lessons that can be applied to our daily lives. These memories are conjured up at odd and, sometimes, inconvenient times. As I sat in church last Sunday and the pastor began his message, my mind captured a thought of bygone days that spoke loud and clear to my mind, and I scrambled in my bag for a pen and paper to put my thoughts down. Brother Tim must have thought he had really said something profound, and he did, but I did not write that down. It is my hope that all who read my memories and the lessons that I glean from them will take them to heart and identify with them and feel happiness, insight, and perhaps laughter as they share my memories and truths.
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1514475863
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
Memories flood my mind as I reminisce how my journey has been a lifetime of happenings that speak to my soul with lessons that can be applied to our daily lives. These memories are conjured up at odd and, sometimes, inconvenient times. As I sat in church last Sunday and the pastor began his message, my mind captured a thought of bygone days that spoke loud and clear to my mind, and I scrambled in my bag for a pen and paper to put my thoughts down. Brother Tim must have thought he had really said something profound, and he did, but I did not write that down. It is my hope that all who read my memories and the lessons that I glean from them will take them to heart and identify with them and feel happiness, insight, and perhaps laughter as they share my memories and truths.