Author: Marci Walter
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1467044490
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
Join Marla as she journeys through her life full of family and memories. The sadness and lessons of her teen years leading her into adult life; full of struggles, lost love, mystery, happiness, true friends, and tragic losses. She finally finds her own personal identity and the true purpose of her life. Then suddenly she finds that one friend and soul mate who stood by her patiently waiting with all his love to be her knight in shinning armor for the rest of her life.
Marla's Journey
Author: Marci Walter
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1467044490
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
Join Marla as she journeys through her life full of family and memories. The sadness and lessons of her teen years leading her into adult life; full of struggles, lost love, mystery, happiness, true friends, and tragic losses. She finally finds her own personal identity and the true purpose of her life. Then suddenly she finds that one friend and soul mate who stood by her patiently waiting with all his love to be her knight in shinning armor for the rest of her life.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1467044490
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 201
Book Description
Join Marla as she journeys through her life full of family and memories. The sadness and lessons of her teen years leading her into adult life; full of struggles, lost love, mystery, happiness, true friends, and tragic losses. She finally finds her own personal identity and the true purpose of her life. Then suddenly she finds that one friend and soul mate who stood by her patiently waiting with all his love to be her knight in shinning armor for the rest of her life.
Looking for Marla
Author: Paloma Medina
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578523927
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A book about sex and gender diversity in nature.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578523927
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A book about sex and gender diversity in nature.
Sweet Relief
Author: Jennifer Abrahamson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416938729
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Sweet Relief is the remarkable story of how twenty-eight-year-old Marla Ruzicka took on the US government, changed the world, and made the ultimate sacrifice. Marla Ruzicka was a free spirit, a savvy political operator, a wartime Erin Brockovich. Fiercely determined to improve the lives of the less fortunate, the twenty-something blonde was instrumental in convincing the U.S. government to pass historic legislation aiding civilian victims of war. Sweet Relief recounts Marla's journey from an idyllic childhood in a small California town, through Latin America and Africa, and finally to the war zones in Afghanistan and Iraq. Whether she was Rollerblading the halls of Congress to secure funds for civilians in Iraq or throwing parties for journalists in Kabul to raise awareness of her cause, no one who came within a hundred yards of Marla missed her. Her friendly smile and indefatigable pose were ubiquitous in Afghanistan and Iraq where Marla managed a door-to-door effort to identify war victims. While Marla worked tirelessly to care for others, in many ways she neglected herself. A diagnosed manic-depressive, Marla battled extreme emotional lows and an eating disorder. And although she brought love into the homes of the aggrieved, she often struggled to find a love of her own. Marla gave the invisible victims of war a voice and, in the process, helped to win them millions of dollars in unprecedented aid. Tragically, Marla was killed by a suicide bomber on Airport Road in Iraq in April 2005. Weeks later, the US government named the program she fought so hard to establish The Marla Ruzicka Fund. Her life and legacy are an inspiring reminder that love and determination can conquer all.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416938729
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
Sweet Relief is the remarkable story of how twenty-eight-year-old Marla Ruzicka took on the US government, changed the world, and made the ultimate sacrifice. Marla Ruzicka was a free spirit, a savvy political operator, a wartime Erin Brockovich. Fiercely determined to improve the lives of the less fortunate, the twenty-something blonde was instrumental in convincing the U.S. government to pass historic legislation aiding civilian victims of war. Sweet Relief recounts Marla's journey from an idyllic childhood in a small California town, through Latin America and Africa, and finally to the war zones in Afghanistan and Iraq. Whether she was Rollerblading the halls of Congress to secure funds for civilians in Iraq or throwing parties for journalists in Kabul to raise awareness of her cause, no one who came within a hundred yards of Marla missed her. Her friendly smile and indefatigable pose were ubiquitous in Afghanistan and Iraq where Marla managed a door-to-door effort to identify war victims. While Marla worked tirelessly to care for others, in many ways she neglected herself. A diagnosed manic-depressive, Marla battled extreme emotional lows and an eating disorder. And although she brought love into the homes of the aggrieved, she often struggled to find a love of her own. Marla gave the invisible victims of war a voice and, in the process, helped to win them millions of dollars in unprecedented aid. Tragically, Marla was killed by a suicide bomber on Airport Road in Iraq in April 2005. Weeks later, the US government named the program she fought so hard to establish The Marla Ruzicka Fund. Her life and legacy are an inspiring reminder that love and determination can conquer all.
American Psychic
Author: Marla Frees
Publisher: Post Hill Press
ISBN: 1682615731
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
While shooting a TV commercial in Los Angeles, Marla Frees was given a message. The father of the actor sitting across from her wanted the actor to know he was happy about the new baby. But there was a twist—the father was deceased. The actor was shocked. Marla was God-smacked. Increasingly, messages from deceased loved ones and a powerful psychic awareness demanded her attention. Marla followed her heart, left acting, and never looked back. She now uses her gifts to help families from the heartland to Hollywood find healing. American Psychic tells the spiritual journey of a small-town girl who develops her psychic gifts and relationship with God on a synchronistic path that weaves through the trauma of her childhood, the drama of her acting career, and adventures in healing and transformation. Along the way, she’s explored her abilities with U.S. military “psychic spies,” assisted detectives on homicide cases, and delved into the science behind her abilities with physicist Thomas Campbell. Marla has learned to trust the voice of “Spirit,” which never fails her. Marla Frees’ story of spiritual transformation takes us into realms that will astonish, inspire—and heal.
Publisher: Post Hill Press
ISBN: 1682615731
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
While shooting a TV commercial in Los Angeles, Marla Frees was given a message. The father of the actor sitting across from her wanted the actor to know he was happy about the new baby. But there was a twist—the father was deceased. The actor was shocked. Marla was God-smacked. Increasingly, messages from deceased loved ones and a powerful psychic awareness demanded her attention. Marla followed her heart, left acting, and never looked back. She now uses her gifts to help families from the heartland to Hollywood find healing. American Psychic tells the spiritual journey of a small-town girl who develops her psychic gifts and relationship with God on a synchronistic path that weaves through the trauma of her childhood, the drama of her acting career, and adventures in healing and transformation. Along the way, she’s explored her abilities with U.S. military “psychic spies,” assisted detectives on homicide cases, and delved into the science behind her abilities with physicist Thomas Campbell. Marla has learned to trust the voice of “Spirit,” which never fails her. Marla Frees’ story of spiritual transformation takes us into realms that will astonish, inspire—and heal.
Through The Past Harshly
Author: STEVEN OCHOA
Publisher: Steven Ochoa
ISBN: 1964165415
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
The great war was over. Sixteen million Americans returned home. Sadly over 400,000 did not. America was about to experience a country changing event. The birth of the family unit hit the country like a Tsunami. From coast to coast, north to south, family housing boomed, car manufacturers-built family size automobiles. The big brass music of the 40's, gave way to Lawrence Welk, Percy Faith and the new mellow sounds of music for all the family to enjoy. Family sit-coms on all the major networks in primetime. My family has its roots during these times. So, join me as we take a historical walk down my family memory lane.
Publisher: Steven Ochoa
ISBN: 1964165415
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
The great war was over. Sixteen million Americans returned home. Sadly over 400,000 did not. America was about to experience a country changing event. The birth of the family unit hit the country like a Tsunami. From coast to coast, north to south, family housing boomed, car manufacturers-built family size automobiles. The big brass music of the 40's, gave way to Lawrence Welk, Percy Faith and the new mellow sounds of music for all the family to enjoy. Family sit-coms on all the major networks in primetime. My family has its roots during these times. So, join me as we take a historical walk down my family memory lane.
Hollywood Sports Movies and the American Dream
Author: Grant Wiedenfeld
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197624928
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
"Through the heart of Hollywood cinema runs a surprising current of progressive politics. Sports movies, a genre that has flourished since the mid-seventies, evoke the American dream and represent the nation to itself. Once considered mere credos for Reaganism, on closer view, movies from Rocky (1976) to Ali (2001) dream of democratic participation and recognition more than individual success. In every case, off-field relationships take precedence over on-field competition. Arranged chronologically, this critical study of six major sports films also tells the story of multiculturalism's gradual adoption. The mainstream's first minority heroes are paradoxically white ethnic, rural, working-class men, exemplified by Rocky, Slap Shot (1977) and The Natural (1984); Black, brown, and women characters follow in White Men Can't Jump (1992), A League of Their Own (1992), and Ali. But despite their insistence on community and diversity these popular dramas show limited faith in civic institutions. Hannah Arendt, Jeffrey Alexander, and others inform original analysis and commentary on the political significance of popular culture. Reading these familiar movies from another angle paints a fresh picture of how the United States has imagined democracy since its bicentennial"--
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0197624928
Category : Motion pictures
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
"Through the heart of Hollywood cinema runs a surprising current of progressive politics. Sports movies, a genre that has flourished since the mid-seventies, evoke the American dream and represent the nation to itself. Once considered mere credos for Reaganism, on closer view, movies from Rocky (1976) to Ali (2001) dream of democratic participation and recognition more than individual success. In every case, off-field relationships take precedence over on-field competition. Arranged chronologically, this critical study of six major sports films also tells the story of multiculturalism's gradual adoption. The mainstream's first minority heroes are paradoxically white ethnic, rural, working-class men, exemplified by Rocky, Slap Shot (1977) and The Natural (1984); Black, brown, and women characters follow in White Men Can't Jump (1992), A League of Their Own (1992), and Ali. But despite their insistence on community and diversity these popular dramas show limited faith in civic institutions. Hannah Arendt, Jeffrey Alexander, and others inform original analysis and commentary on the political significance of popular culture. Reading these familiar movies from another angle paints a fresh picture of how the United States has imagined democracy since its bicentennial"--
The Journey of the Penguin
Author: Emiliano Ponzi
Publisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 0143107852
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
A charming picture book telling the imagined story of a penguin who waddled his way into history as the symbol of a beloved publisher, timed to the 80th anniversary of Penguin Books. In The Journey of the Penguin, award-winning graphic artist Emiliano Ponzi delivers a boldly illustrated, wildly imaginative, and terrifically fun story that brings to life the 'dignified yet flippant' bird that Allen Lane chose as the image of his revolutionary publishing company. This penguin goes on an adventure that takes him on to New York and into the hearts of readers everywhere.
Publisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 0143107852
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
A charming picture book telling the imagined story of a penguin who waddled his way into history as the symbol of a beloved publisher, timed to the 80th anniversary of Penguin Books. In The Journey of the Penguin, award-winning graphic artist Emiliano Ponzi delivers a boldly illustrated, wildly imaginative, and terrifically fun story that brings to life the 'dignified yet flippant' bird that Allen Lane chose as the image of his revolutionary publishing company. This penguin goes on an adventure that takes him on to New York and into the hearts of readers everywhere.
Marla
Author: Diana R. Wright
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1665507438
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
“Marla” is a realistic, sensitive, tragic, yet humanely told life story of a Brown Swiss dairy cow with appreciation and recognition of the relationship between farmer/rancher and the animals in their care. Though some liberties have been necessarily taken, the story is told from the cow’s perceptive much like Anna Sewell’s story of “Black Beauty” a horse--loved, then abused and later rescued and Richard Adams’ portrayal of the journey of a colony of rabbits in “Watership Down”. Those classics sold over 500,000 copies. Years later, new generations, still buy and read these books. Whether human or animal, one’s surroundings and circumstances effect development, personality, soul, and heart. It is the authors’ hope that enlightenment regarding cows may spark wisdom and nurture kindness toward all creatures.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1665507438
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 121
Book Description
“Marla” is a realistic, sensitive, tragic, yet humanely told life story of a Brown Swiss dairy cow with appreciation and recognition of the relationship between farmer/rancher and the animals in their care. Though some liberties have been necessarily taken, the story is told from the cow’s perceptive much like Anna Sewell’s story of “Black Beauty” a horse--loved, then abused and later rescued and Richard Adams’ portrayal of the journey of a colony of rabbits in “Watership Down”. Those classics sold over 500,000 copies. Years later, new generations, still buy and read these books. Whether human or animal, one’s surroundings and circumstances effect development, personality, soul, and heart. It is the authors’ hope that enlightenment regarding cows may spark wisdom and nurture kindness toward all creatures.
Sink Reflections
Author: Marla Cilley
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0307418324
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Discover how to create order in your home and life with this “chatty and personal” (Chicago Tribune) guide from the FlyLady “Take off with FlyLady! Her down-to-earth writing will help anyone who desires to be lifted free from the chaos and confusion disorder causes.”—Pam Young and Peggy Jones, coauthors of Sidetracked Home Executives: From Pigpen to Paradise Fly out of CHAOS (Can’t Have Anyone Over Syndrome) into Order—one baby step at a time. With her special blend of housecleaning tips, humor, and musings about daily life, Marla Cilley, a.k.a. The FlyLady, shows you how to manage clutter and chaos and get your home—and your life—in order. Drawn from the lessons and tools used in her popular mentoring program, the FlyLady system helps you create doable housekeeping routines and break down overwhelming chores into manageable missions that will restore peace to your home—and your psyche. Soon you’ll be able to greet guests without fear, find your keys, locate your kids, and, most of all, learn how to FLY: Finally Love Yourself.
Publisher: Bantam
ISBN: 0307418324
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Discover how to create order in your home and life with this “chatty and personal” (Chicago Tribune) guide from the FlyLady “Take off with FlyLady! Her down-to-earth writing will help anyone who desires to be lifted free from the chaos and confusion disorder causes.”—Pam Young and Peggy Jones, coauthors of Sidetracked Home Executives: From Pigpen to Paradise Fly out of CHAOS (Can’t Have Anyone Over Syndrome) into Order—one baby step at a time. With her special blend of housecleaning tips, humor, and musings about daily life, Marla Cilley, a.k.a. The FlyLady, shows you how to manage clutter and chaos and get your home—and your life—in order. Drawn from the lessons and tools used in her popular mentoring program, the FlyLady system helps you create doable housekeeping routines and break down overwhelming chores into manageable missions that will restore peace to your home—and your psyche. Soon you’ll be able to greet guests without fear, find your keys, locate your kids, and, most of all, learn how to FLY: Finally Love Yourself.
Moments with Marla
Author: Marla J. Henry
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 151279208X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 611
Book Description
This work is a collection of daily Moments that come from the heart of God. The words are inspiring, moving, and thought provoking with the ability to resonate with its readers. You wont want to put it down.
Publisher: WestBow Press
ISBN: 151279208X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 611
Book Description
This work is a collection of daily Moments that come from the heart of God. The words are inspiring, moving, and thought provoking with the ability to resonate with its readers. You wont want to put it down.