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iUniverse Real Men Raise Their Kids
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Playmore Occupational Therapy (Pty) Ltd Born to Play Transcending Boredom into Play
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Angel Key Publications Introducing the Old Man St Joseph the Carpenter
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Gerry Lambert Our Journey Is My Reward
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Bronwyn Mary Macritchie Pixie Dust
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Gail A. Manahan Is Raising Your Teen A Piece of Cake Expert
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Audience Industries Media Group Dear Mom Letters
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Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Gay Families and the Courts
Book SynopsisSusan Gluck Mezey''s newest book, Gay Families and the Courts, is a compelling examination of the role of the state and federal courts in furthering the goals of the gay and lesbian community. Unlike Mezey''s earlier book, Queers in Court, this book evaluates the extent to which litigation is effective in advancing equal rights for gay familiesfamilies in which at least one member is gayas they seek to expand their opportunities and battle discrimination. Mezey shows how the courts address gay and lesbian rights and sexual orientation in schools and social organizations such as the Boy Scouts along with family-oriented problems such as marriage and parenthood. In doing so, Mezey emphasizes the complexity of the issues involved in the cases, and assesses the degree to which the outcome of the litigation is explained by the type of case, the type of court, and the judge''s perception of his or her role as a policymaker. It is a valuable reference for scholars interested in judicial, legiTrade ReviewMezey's work is an excellent primer on high-profile gay rights issues such as same-sex marriage and freedom of association. Superbly indexed by subject heading as well as case law, with an invaluable bibliography, and aimed at a scholarly audience, this is recommended mainly for academic and law libraries. * Library Journal *In sharing her nuanced feelings about the role of courts, Mezey also provides succint and accessible overviews of the legal issues and the case law.... Recommended. * CHOICE *A valuable resource for attorneys and scholars. * Booklist *Gay Families and the Courts is a masterful survey of American case law affecting sexual minorities in the policy areas of parenting, marriage, schools, and the Boy Scouts. In characteristic fashion, Susan Gluck Mezey distills essential judicial decisions down to accessible cores and then fashions lively narratives from the array. The chapters on the Boy Scouts and on anti-gay bullying and harassment in primary and secondary education are especially compelling. -- Daniel R. Pinello, author of Gay Rights and American Law and America's Struggle for Same-Sex MarriageMezey (political science?Loyola Chicago) is an established author in the legal rights realm as it relates to women and minority groups. The relationship between public policy and the law as it pertains to LGBT issues is explored in an attempt to clarify where the courts stand with respect to the extent to which gay rights permeates marriage and the family, as well as the level to which a maturing framework for social change manifests itself within an evolving legal system. Mezey?s work is an excellentprimer for the researcher of high-profile gay rights issues, such as same-sex marriage and freedom of association. The manner in which judges in various states have analyzed, dissected, and parsed opposing arguments is presented in great detail. Common legal trends that cross state lines are noted, as the author explains the challenges facing plaintiffs who pursue untested notions. Mezey concludes that the concept of a constitutional guarantee of the right to same-sex marriage is doomed to failure as longas the judiciary refuses to embrace a theory of social change which incorporates a framework for marriage that includes both procreation and the social well-being of children within a society that permits marriage between members of the same sex. Supe * Criminal Law Library *Gay Americans have turned to the courts to seek full recognition of their rights not only as individuals, but as spouses, as parents, and as youth entrusted to others' care. Here, in one place, is a timely, comprehensive account of the evolving jurisprudence of these issues—and an even-handed assessment of whether this litigation-based strategy has been successful. -- Patrick Egan, Assistant Professor of Politics, New York UniversityMezey (political science–Loyola Chicago) is an established author in the legal rights realm as it relates to women and minority groups. The relationship between public policy and the law as it pertains to LGBT issues is explored in an attempt to clarify where the courts stand with respect to the extent to which gay rights permeates marriage and the family, as well as the level to which a maturing framework for social change manifests itself within an evolving legal system. Mezey’s work is an excellent primer for the researcher of high-profile gay rights issues, such as same-sex marriage and freedom of association. The manner in which judges in various states have analyzed, dissected, and parsed opposing arguments is presented in great detail. Common legal trends that cross state lines are noted, as the author explains the challenges facing plaintiffs who pursue untested notions. Mezey concludes that the concept of a constitutional guarantee of the right to same-sex marriage is doomed to failure as long as the judiciary refuses to embrace a theory of social change which incorporates a framework for marriage that includes both procreation and the social well-being of children within a society that permits marriage between members of the same sex. Superbly indexed by subject heading as well as case law, the author also provides an invaluable bibliography of print and electronic resources to assist the reader. The book is aimed at an academic audience and is thus recommended mainly for college, university, and law libraries. * Criminal Law Library *Susan Gluck Mezey has created an impressively researched and thorough account of recent litigation concerning the rights of sexual minorities in the United States….Overall, the book makes a tremendous contribution to the study of judicial policymaking and to the study of sexuality and politics by chronicling, in great detail, the litigation surrounding important elements of LGBT family life….these chapters offer an impressive overview of the litigation and the political reactions to it. Particularly useful is the discussion of the complex legal and political dynamics surrounding the brief court-mandated legalization in California and the quick enactment by votes of Proposition 8….Mezey has created a tremendous resource of students and scholars of the courts and the study of sexuality….an excellent addition to the growing scholarship on law, politics, and policies relating to sexual minorities and presents more evidence why this topic is particularly important for scholars of the judiciary. * Law and Politics Book Review *Table of ContentsChapter 1 Dedication Chapter 2 Acknowledgments Chapter 3 Introduction Chapter 4 Chapter 1: Parenting Chapter 5 Chapter 2: The Right to Marry: Part 1 Chapter 6 Chapter 3: The Right to Marry: Part 2 Chapter 7 Chapter 4: The School Setting Chapter 8 Chapter 5: The Boy Scouts Chapter 9 Conclusion Chapter 10 Cases Chapter 11 References Chapter 12 Index
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Jason Aronson, Inc. Brothers and Sisters
Book SynopsisSibling relationships and rivalry are as old as recorded history. This analysis explores that ambivalence between siblings casts its shadow throughout people''s lifetimes and affects their choices of mates, relationships with their own children, and aversions to others.Table of Contents1 Acknowledgment 2 Contributors Chapter 3 1. Beyond the Parental Orbit: Brothers, Sisters, and Others Chapter 4 2. Twinship and Twinning Reactions in Siblings Chapter 5 3. Twins and Other Siblings Chapter 6 4. Sisters and Their Disappointing Brothers Chapter 7 5. The Legacy of the Defective and Dead Sibling Chapter 8 6. Childhood Sibling Rivalry and Unconscious Womb Fantasies in Adults Chapter 9 7. Sibling Rivalry: A Phenomenon of Construction and Destruction Chapter 10 8. Brothers and Sisters and Sibling Relationships 11 Index
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Penguin Random House LLC Extraordinary Sex Now
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Baker Publishing Group 365 Ways to Love Your Child Turning Little
Book SynopsisYour kids need to feel loved, valued, and appreciated every day. In this practical book, educator and mom Julie Lavender provides 365 simple but meaningful gestures and activities to help you create intentional memory-making moments that will warm your child's heart for a lifetime.
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Baker Publishing Group Talking with Your Kids about God 30
Book SynopsisPopular blogger, author, and speaker offers parents a concise, easy-to-understand apologetics resource, revealing specific conversations about God that they need to have with their kids.
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Grupo Nelson Hazme Reir Soy Tu Madre
Book SynopsisCon una colección de relatos, ocurrencias y frases que sólo Barbara Johnson podría concebir, los lectores reirán con las sorpresas inolvidables y alocadas de ser una madre.Madres. Ellas lo han visto todo: lo bueno, lo malo y lo chiflado. Y decidieron contarlo. La autora de éxitos de librería, conferencista y graciosa Barbara Johnson continúa su tradición de diversión total enfocándose ahora en las alegrías de la maternidad. Una colección de relatos, frases y anécdotas que le ayudará a las madres a olvidar la tensión y la frustración de las camas sin tender y del estilo de vida de comida rápida, Hazme reír, soy tu madre es el libro adecuado que hará que los lectores pronto estén sonriendo y riendo a carcajadas.
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Beyond Publishing Single Dads Survival Guide For ReConnecting with
Book SynopsisThe Single Dads Survival Guide for Re-Connecting with Your Kids and Moving on with Life After Divorce Are you a single dad? Recently or currently going through a divorce? The only thing worse than divorce is death and many times a divorce feels worse, especially when there are kids involved. This is a book of resources for the single dad. As a single dad of four sons I wrote this book to help the single dad not only survive but thrive and re-connect with their kids and move on with life after divorce. Life is filled with problems, this book is filled with solutions. I''m not a Psychologist, Doctor or Shrink but I am a single dad and I have stood where you stand. I have been in your shoes and felt your pain. I''ve dealt with all of the feelings of loneliness, hopelessness, despair, pain, misery, blame and guilt a divorce can throw at you and I''m here to tell you that you can not only survive but thrive and rebound successfully with the resources and tips I share in this book. What do you do when your ex-wife cleans out your checking and savings account? What do you do when you have to move because the court orders it? What do you do when there is not enough money to pay your bills? What do you do when you can''t see your kids or you have a vacation trip planned with them and at the last minute someone decides for you that you can''t take them? The purpose of this e-book is not to go into the statistics of how divorce negatively affects future generations. We''ll assume the reader is aware of those statistics. There are tons of books and studies that showcase these awful stats, but that is not my purpose here. Instead this e-book is a roadmap and a tool kit for your very survival. But not just for your survival for you to have a blueprint to thrive. I designed this book to give you the practical and actionable solutions dads can take action on to see improvement in their children''s lives this week! There are a ton of resources on the market for women and a few good ones for men. I wanted to give men a simple, practical and profound resource to help them get back on their feet again and thrive. This book is a work in progress. We''ll be expanding it fully to a print book Father''s Day 2016 and there will be many bonus resources, interviews and extras at SingleDadsThrive.com I am thankful for the mentors I''ve had throughout my life. Without mentors we are doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past and slip into regression. You will hear me mention several mentors throughout this book. Some I mention by their actual name, other times, because of the sensitive nature of their work and the ugliness of divorce, their names are changed. To my 4 sons, I did my best, I love you guys and I''m proud of who you''ve become! Antonio, I had just gone through a divorce and a major custody battle, I spent all of my money and my energy and I was exhausted. The tips you shared with me gave me my confidence and my self-esteem back. Me and my son thank you for the practical advice in this book! Thank you for checking out this book. Because you found this book or someone shared it with you, no doubt, you need quick solutions, answers and practical tips on how to land on your feet and make life good again. You are NOT Alone According to Bloomberg there were 2.4 million divorces last year leaving 1.2 million men single. Not only are you NOT alone but there is a growing number of single dads. As I write this book my parents just celebrated fifty-one years of marriage. They are more in love now than ever. Proud dad to Mike, Matt, Josh & Jer and proud Poppy to Brighton Lane America''s Book Launch Expert Author Publisher BEYONDPUBLISHING.net We help people publish their books and e-books. We help authors and speakers sell more books so they can charge more for speaking and consulting. New York Dallas Los Angeles Sydney Copyright 2015 by Michael D. Butler, Sr.
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Lexi Norell True North
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Legare Street Press Matrimoniall Honour
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Legare Street Press Studies in the Psychology of Sex. electronic
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Legare Street Press Probability the Foundation of Eugenics
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Legare Street Press Studies of Childhood
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Shell Educational Publishing Being Your Childs Most Important Teacher
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B&H Publishing Group New Way to Love Your Neighbor A
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Indy Pub Shit Happens Your Guide to Flushing It
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Indy Pub Everyday Lessons Every Day
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IngramSpark Scrawled Out Timeline Poetry Collection
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Indy Pub Take Your Biz Out of This World Volume 2
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£17.99
Melric Publishing A Kaleidoscope Of Love
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Wild at Heart The Relationship Playbook for Women
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Military Transition for Dummies
Book SynopsisAll the things you need to know when you're puttingthe military in your rear view InMilitary Transition For Dummies,you'll talk a walk throughhowto transition fromactive military servicetocivilian lifeas smoothly and easily as possible.You'll discover how tomake the nuts-and-bolts changes to reach your potential in your newlifestyle.From finding a job you loveto navigating educational opportunities and keeping yourself mentally strong, this vital book shows you how to: Find your next career, including how to write an effective resume and conduct a thorough job searchProtect your mental and physical well-being by seeking outand accessingthe supports youwant and needManage yourmoneyand makethe financial adjustments that are necessary for succeeding in the civilian world Perfect for active service members who are expecting to transition out of the militaryin the near future,Military Transition For Dummiesis also ideal foranyone who's recently left theservice and hopes tomake the most of tTable of ContentsIntroduction 1 Part 1: Getting Started with Saying So Long 5 Chapter 1: Kicking around the Idea of Moving to Fort Couch 7 Chapter 2: Diving into Transition Programs 29 Chapter 3: Organizing to Prepare for Civilian Life 43 Chapter 4: Eyeing Your ETS Process 67 Chapter 5: Ain’t No Discharge on the Ground (It’s in Your Hand) 91 Part 2: Finding a Job 103 Chapter 6: Engaging Yourself in Employment Programs 105 Chapter 7: Getting Your Foot in the Door with a Strong Resume 113 Chapter 8: Familiarizing Yourself with Civilian Employment (and Pay) 145 Chapter 9: Getting the Skinny on Government Jobs 179 Chapter 10: Connecting with Civilians in Your New AO 199 Chapter 11: Working Your Way through Interviews 221 Chapter 12: Negotiating Your Salary When You Get a Job Offer 245 Chapter 13: Assimilating into the Civilian Workforce 253 Chapter 14: Starting Your Own Business 269 Part 3: Gearing Up to Go Back to School 277 Chapter 15: Advancing on Your Scholarly Career 279 Chapter 16: Cashing in on Your GI Bill 287 Chapter 17: Fitting into Your New Role as a Student 301 Part 4: Adjusting to Civilian Life 307 Chapter 18: Managing Your Money as a Civilian 309 Chapter 19: Zeroing in on the Benefits You Earned 325 Chapter 20: Transitioning as a Wounded Warrior 333 Chapter 21: Getting Help When You Need It 345 Part 5: The Part of Tens 363 Chapter 22: Ten Tips to Help You Find a Job 365 Chapter 23: Ten Tips to Help You Score a Job 369 Chapter 24: Ten Tips on Filing a Successful Claim with the VA 373 Appendix: Civilian Terms for Military Experience 377 Index 383
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Lulu.com PRAYER AND PROTEIN MOMS STORY
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Lulu.com Spare the Rod
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Lulu.com Educa a Tu Hijo Sin Gritos Ni Castigos
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Lulu.com Parenting HighTech Kids
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Lulu.com Pierotti Pierrottie Pierotti Family Photos
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Thomas Nelson Publishers Healthy Conflict Peaceful Life
Book SynopsisAuthor, speaker, and pastor''s wife Donna Jones gives women a practical, biblical blueprint for making regret-free choices in the middle of real-life conflict so they can exchange relational turmoil for personal and relational peace.We''ve all had moments where we look back on a conflict, shake our heads, and think, why did I handle it that way?With three decades of ministry experience, Donna Jones has had a front-row seat to--and been in the middle of--all kinds of conflict and she understands the regret, guilt, heartache, and hurt conflict can produce. But she also knows it''s possible for God to use those chaotic, painful moments and turn them into opportunities for better connection with those around us. With encouragement, warmth, and wisdom, Donna shows readers how to navigate the stressful confusion conflict can bring and helps them todiscover the single most important quality necessary to handle conflict well;
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Penguin Books Ltd The Unmarried Mother
Book SynopsisSheila Tofield tells her moving true story about being a single mother in 1950s Britain, in The Unmarried Mother.''A searing, honest testimony'' Lesley PearseSheila grew up in Rotherham, the daughter of an uncaring mother who made her believe she was useless, stupid and - most painfully of all - unlovable. As a young woman, her worst childhood fears were confirmed when her fiancé broke off their engagement without an explanation. Heartbroken and vulnerable, Sheila was easy prey to the worst type of man - a man who turned his back on her when she told him she was carrying his child. In Fifties Britain, an unmarried, pregnant girl received,not sympathy but censure and contempt. Shunned by most of her family, Sheila ended up in a Church of England home for unmarried mothers, with no apparent alternative than to give up her child for adoption. But when she held her newborn daughter in her arms for the first time, Sheila knew she had to do the
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Orion Publishing Co Gaslighting
Book SynopsisGaslighting.What it is, how you can spot it - and how you can break freeHe''s the charmer - the witty, confident, but overly controlling date. She''s the woman on your team who always manages to take credit for your good work. He''s the neighbour who swears you''ve been putting your rubbish into his bins, or the politician who can never admit to a mistake. Gaslighters are master controllers and manipulators, often challenging your very sense of reality. Whether it''s a spouse, parent, co-worker, or friend, gaslighters distort the truth - by lying, withholding, triangulation, and more - making their victims question their own reality and sanity. Dr Stephanie Sarkis delves into this hidden manipulation technique, covering gaslighting in every life scenario, sharing: Why gaslighters seem so ''normal'' at first Warning signs and examples Gaslighter ''red flags'' on a first date Practical strategies for coping How to co-parent with Trade ReviewA succinct, useful self-help guide to responding to an all-too-common but under-discussed personality type. * Publishers Weekly *Sarkis clearly knows her material inside and out... this book will bring gaslighting victims and survivors out of the darkness and into the light, helping them heal * New York Journal of Books *
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Outskirts Press A Mothers Nightmare
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Crossway Books Missional Motherhood
Book SynopsisFurman gives moms a fresh, biblicalperspective on their calling to raise and nurture children, helping them live out God's story of redemption as they offerthe message of the gospel to those around them.
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Xlibris 8647 Candy Street
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AuthorHouse My Four Seasons
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Xlibris Aaliyah and Dad Go Fishing
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Hachette Books Ireland Hanging with the Elephant
Book Synopsis''A compelling memoir. Absorbing and graced with a deceptive lightness of touch, [Hanging with the Elephant] is clever and brilliantly pieced together. Harding writes like an angel'' Sunday TimesFrom the No.1 bestselling author of Staring at Lakes, Talking to Strangers and On Tuesdays I''m A Buddhist''In public or on stage, it''s different. I''m fine. I have no bother talking to three hundred people, and sharing my feelings. But when I''m in a room on a one-to-one basis, I get lost. I can never find the right word. Except for that phrase - hold me.''Michael Harding''s wife has departed for a six-week trip, and he has been left alone in their home in Leitrim. Faced with the realities of caring for himself for the first time since his illness two years before, Harding endeavours to tame the ''elephant'' - an Asian metaphor for the unruly mind. As he does, he finds himself finally coming to terms with the death
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AuthorHouse The Last Sunset
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Xlibris The Poet and the Painter
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AuthorHouse Mom Richard Has a Big Fat Butt
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Xlibris The Beast Stand Down
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Xlibris Liberal
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Xlibris The Keller Effect
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