Author: Marie Porter
Publisher: eBookIt.com
ISBN: 0984604081
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
After a morning spent running errands for their new home, Marie and Michael Porter's lives were turned upside down -along with the lives of thousands of others. On the afternoon of May 22, 2011, North Minneapolis was devastated by a tornado Twisted recounts the Porters' first 11 months, post tornado. Rebuilding their house, working around the challenges presented by inadequate insurance coverage. Frustration at repeated bouts of incompetence and greed from their city officials. Dealing with issues such as loss of control, logistics, change, and over-stimulation, as two adults with Aspergers. With the help of social media - and the incredibly generous support of the geek community - the Porters were able to emerge from the recovery marathon without too much of a hit to their sanity levels. New friends were made, new skills learned, and a "new" house emerged from the destruction. Twisted is a roller coaster of emotion, personal observations, rants, humor, social commentary, set backs and triumphs. Subjects covered include: Opportunistic "Vultures," gawkers, new friendships, a bizarre gingerbread house, unique decisions made with the rebuild - including an internet-famous kitchen backsplash, "Tornado Claus," contractor drama, water balloons, DIY design and work, music, sensory overload, and details on how to cook jambalaya for almost 300 people, in the parking lot of a funeral home... should you ever find yourself in the position to do so! "Twisted" also includes many Twitter "tweets" from along the way - real time thoughts and feelings on the whole ordeal.
Twisted
Author: Marie Porter
Publisher: eBookIt.com
ISBN: 0984604081
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
After a morning spent running errands for their new home, Marie and Michael Porter's lives were turned upside down -along with the lives of thousands of others. On the afternoon of May 22, 2011, North Minneapolis was devastated by a tornado Twisted recounts the Porters' first 11 months, post tornado. Rebuilding their house, working around the challenges presented by inadequate insurance coverage. Frustration at repeated bouts of incompetence and greed from their city officials. Dealing with issues such as loss of control, logistics, change, and over-stimulation, as two adults with Aspergers. With the help of social media - and the incredibly generous support of the geek community - the Porters were able to emerge from the recovery marathon without too much of a hit to their sanity levels. New friends were made, new skills learned, and a "new" house emerged from the destruction. Twisted is a roller coaster of emotion, personal observations, rants, humor, social commentary, set backs and triumphs. Subjects covered include: Opportunistic "Vultures," gawkers, new friendships, a bizarre gingerbread house, unique decisions made with the rebuild - including an internet-famous kitchen backsplash, "Tornado Claus," contractor drama, water balloons, DIY design and work, music, sensory overload, and details on how to cook jambalaya for almost 300 people, in the parking lot of a funeral home... should you ever find yourself in the position to do so! "Twisted" also includes many Twitter "tweets" from along the way - real time thoughts and feelings on the whole ordeal.
Publisher: eBookIt.com
ISBN: 0984604081
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 191
Book Description
After a morning spent running errands for their new home, Marie and Michael Porter's lives were turned upside down -along with the lives of thousands of others. On the afternoon of May 22, 2011, North Minneapolis was devastated by a tornado Twisted recounts the Porters' first 11 months, post tornado. Rebuilding their house, working around the challenges presented by inadequate insurance coverage. Frustration at repeated bouts of incompetence and greed from their city officials. Dealing with issues such as loss of control, logistics, change, and over-stimulation, as two adults with Aspergers. With the help of social media - and the incredibly generous support of the geek community - the Porters were able to emerge from the recovery marathon without too much of a hit to their sanity levels. New friends were made, new skills learned, and a "new" house emerged from the destruction. Twisted is a roller coaster of emotion, personal observations, rants, humor, social commentary, set backs and triumphs. Subjects covered include: Opportunistic "Vultures," gawkers, new friendships, a bizarre gingerbread house, unique decisions made with the rebuild - including an internet-famous kitchen backsplash, "Tornado Claus," contractor drama, water balloons, DIY design and work, music, sensory overload, and details on how to cook jambalaya for almost 300 people, in the parking lot of a funeral home... should you ever find yourself in the position to do so! "Twisted" also includes many Twitter "tweets" from along the way - real time thoughts and feelings on the whole ordeal.
Evil Cake Overlord
Author: Marie Porter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985003685
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Celebration Generation has been known for our "ridiculously delicious" moist cakes and tasty, unique flavors since the genesis of our custom cake business. Now, you can have recipes for all of the amazing flavors on our former custom cake menu, as well as many more! Once you have baked your moist work of gastronomic art, fill and frost your cake with any number of tasty possibilities. Milk chocolate cardamom pear, mango mojito.. even our famous Chai cake - the flavor that got us into "Every Day with Rachel Ray" magazine! Feeling creative? Use our easy to follow recipe to make our yummy fondant. Forget everything you've heard about fondant - ours is made from marshmallows and powdered sugar, and is essentially candy - you can even flavor it to bring a whole new level of "yum!" to every cake you make!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985003685
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Celebration Generation has been known for our "ridiculously delicious" moist cakes and tasty, unique flavors since the genesis of our custom cake business. Now, you can have recipes for all of the amazing flavors on our former custom cake menu, as well as many more! Once you have baked your moist work of gastronomic art, fill and frost your cake with any number of tasty possibilities. Milk chocolate cardamom pear, mango mojito.. even our famous Chai cake - the flavor that got us into "Every Day with Rachel Ray" magazine! Feeling creative? Use our easy to follow recipe to make our yummy fondant. Forget everything you've heard about fondant - ours is made from marshmallows and powdered sugar, and is essentially candy - you can even flavor it to bring a whole new level of "yum!" to every cake you make!
If I Were an Evil Overlord
Author: Martin Harry Greenberg
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780756403843
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Featuring contributions from Jody Lynn Nye, Fiona Patton, and Tanya Huff, this intriguing collection of fourteen original stories ponders what it would be like to be an Evil Overlord and rule the universe, from a vengeful tyrant's daughter, to a man given the ultimate power by fortune cookie fortunes. Original.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 9780756403843
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 324
Book Description
Featuring contributions from Jody Lynn Nye, Fiona Patton, and Tanya Huff, this intriguing collection of fourteen original stories ponders what it would be like to be an Evil Overlord and rule the universe, from a vengeful tyrant's daughter, to a man given the ultimate power by fortune cookie fortunes. Original.
The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy
Author: Jenna Gensic
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1787759741
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy takes an in-depth look at the key elements of effective, respectful, inclusive advocacy and allyship. Every topic was chosen, shaped, and informed by #ActuallyAutistic perspectives. The step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs, and introduces advocacy for the wider autistic community. Each step outlines one vital aspect of advocacy and allyship, such as emphasizing acceptance, avoiding assumptions and assuming competence. The advice and strategies laid out in this guide center the wisdom and experiences of Autistic people and enable the reader to confidently speak up with insight and understanding.
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 1787759741
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
The #ActuallyAutistic Guide to Advocacy takes an in-depth look at the key elements of effective, respectful, inclusive advocacy and allyship. Every topic was chosen, shaped, and informed by #ActuallyAutistic perspectives. The step-by-step guide discusses various aspects of how autism is perceived, explores how best to speak up for individual needs, and introduces advocacy for the wider autistic community. Each step outlines one vital aspect of advocacy and allyship, such as emphasizing acceptance, avoiding assumptions and assuming competence. The advice and strategies laid out in this guide center the wisdom and experiences of Autistic people and enable the reader to confidently speak up with insight and understanding.
Overlord, Vol. 14 (manga)
Author: Satoshi Oshio
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 1975325346
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Nfirea’s had breakthroughs in both potion-making and his method for wooing Enri, but sudden changes to the behavior of dangerous monsters in the region threaten to upend his happy life in this peaceful town. And when Ainz learns of these disturbances, he decides on a whim to personally investigate the source of the problem...
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 1975325346
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Nfirea’s had breakthroughs in both potion-making and his method for wooing Enri, but sudden changes to the behavior of dangerous monsters in the region threaten to upend his happy life in this peaceful town. And when Ainz learns of these disturbances, he decides on a whim to personally investigate the source of the problem...
Beyond Flour
Author: Marie Porter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780984604067
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
How many times have you come across a gluten-free recipe claiming to be "just as good as the normal version!," only to find that the author must have had some skewed memories on what the "normal" version tasted, looked, and/or felt like? How many times have you felt the need to settle for food with weird after-taste, gummy consistency, or cardboard-like texture, convinced that this is your new lot in life? Most gluten-free recipes are developed by taking a "normal" recipe, and swapping in a simulated "all purpose" gluten-free flour... whether store bought, or a homemade version. "Beyond Flour" takes a bit of a different approach: developing the recipe from scratch. Rather than just swapping out the flour for an "all purpose" mix, Marie Porter uses various alternative flours as individual ingredients, and does NOT make use of any kind of all-purpose flour mix. Supporting ingredients and different techniques are also utilized to achieve the perfect end goal ... not just a "reasonable facsimile." Think about it: - Fresh pasta! Yes, you can have ravioli again - Gyoza too! - Homemade "Chinese takeout," BETTER than the real thing! - Deep dish pizza that's crispy outside & tender inside... like pizza is SUPPOSED to be! - Chewy, delicious cookies that *everyone* will want to eat! - Never having to present a dish with an apology for it being Gluten-Free. - Indulging some of your deepest, darkest guilty pleasure cravings... safely and joyously! Make no mistake - this is NOT a healthy cookbook. You will find yourself gorging on foods that you thought would never cross your lips again. You'll probably gain some weight, and you'll definitely need to learn how to defend your gluten-free food from invasion by your non-GF friends and family. (Well, or make enough for everyone!)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780984604067
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
How many times have you come across a gluten-free recipe claiming to be "just as good as the normal version!," only to find that the author must have had some skewed memories on what the "normal" version tasted, looked, and/or felt like? How many times have you felt the need to settle for food with weird after-taste, gummy consistency, or cardboard-like texture, convinced that this is your new lot in life? Most gluten-free recipes are developed by taking a "normal" recipe, and swapping in a simulated "all purpose" gluten-free flour... whether store bought, or a homemade version. "Beyond Flour" takes a bit of a different approach: developing the recipe from scratch. Rather than just swapping out the flour for an "all purpose" mix, Marie Porter uses various alternative flours as individual ingredients, and does NOT make use of any kind of all-purpose flour mix. Supporting ingredients and different techniques are also utilized to achieve the perfect end goal ... not just a "reasonable facsimile." Think about it: - Fresh pasta! Yes, you can have ravioli again - Gyoza too! - Homemade "Chinese takeout," BETTER than the real thing! - Deep dish pizza that's crispy outside & tender inside... like pizza is SUPPOSED to be! - Chewy, delicious cookies that *everyone* will want to eat! - Never having to present a dish with an apology for it being Gluten-Free. - Indulging some of your deepest, darkest guilty pleasure cravings... safely and joyously! Make no mistake - this is NOT a healthy cookbook. You will find yourself gorging on foods that you thought would never cross your lips again. You'll probably gain some weight, and you'll definitely need to learn how to defend your gluten-free food from invasion by your non-GF friends and family. (Well, or make enough for everyone!)
More Than Poutine
Author: Marie Porter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997660845
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
"More Than Poutine" is written by an expat Canadian. It contains recipes for the traditional national and regional delicacies of Canada, as well as many homemade versions of the commercially available sauces, snacks, and treats that are only available in Canada.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997660845
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
"More Than Poutine" is written by an expat Canadian. It contains recipes for the traditional national and regional delicacies of Canada, as well as many homemade versions of the commercially available sauces, snacks, and treats that are only available in Canada.
Sweet Corn Spectacular
Author: Marie Porter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873518925
Category : Cooking (Corn)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
More than seventy recipes to make the most of your late-summer farmers market haul, from comfort dishes to hostess gifts to savory snacks.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780873518925
Category : Cooking (Corn)
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
More than seventy recipes to make the most of your late-summer farmers market haul, from comfort dishes to hostess gifts to savory snacks.
Overlord, Vol. 13 (light novel)
Author: Kugane Maruyama
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 197531154X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
An army forty thousand strong is clamoring at the gates for human blood, and there is little hope of reinforcements. The Sacred Kingdom’s strongest paladin, Remedios, leads the defense of the city, but even she cannot stem the tide on her own. Despite the dire circumstances, the unimaginably powerful King of Darkness has refused to lend a hand for fear of depleting his magical energy right when he needs it to defeat Jaldabaoth once and for all. Time is running out for the defenders if they can’t figure out a way to survive on their own...!
Publisher: Yen Press LLC
ISBN: 197531154X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
An army forty thousand strong is clamoring at the gates for human blood, and there is little hope of reinforcements. The Sacred Kingdom’s strongest paladin, Remedios, leads the defense of the city, but even she cannot stem the tide on her own. Despite the dire circumstances, the unimaginably powerful King of Darkness has refused to lend a hand for fear of depleting his magical energy right when he needs it to defeat Jaldabaoth once and for all. Time is running out for the defenders if they can’t figure out a way to survive on their own...!
Twilight of Avalon
Author: Anna Elliott
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 143916455X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Book One in the Twilight of Avalon Trilogy She is a healer, a storyteller, a warrior, and a queen without a throne. In the shadow of King Arthur's Britain, one woman knows the truth that could save a kingdom from the hands of a tyrant... Ancient grudges, old wounds, and the quest for power rule in the newly widowed Queen Isolde's court. Hardly a generation after the downfall of Camelot, Isolde grieves for her slain husband, King Constantine, a man she secretly knows to have been murdered by the scheming Lord Marche -- the man who has just assumed his title as High King. Though her skills as a healer are renowned throughout the kingdom, in the wake of Con's death, accusations of witchcraft and sorcery threaten her freedom and her ability to bring Marche to justice. Burdened by their suspicion and her own grief, Isolde must conquer the court's distrust and superstition to protect her throne and the future of Britain. One of her few allies is Trystan, a prisoner with a lonely and troubled past. Neither Saxon nor Briton, he is unmoved by the political scheming, rumors, and accusations swirling around the fair queen. Together they escape, and as their companionship turns from friendship to love, they must find a way to prove what they know to be true -- that Marche's deceptions threaten not only their lives but the sovereignty of the British kingdom. In Twilight of Avalon, Anna Elliott returns to the roots of the legend of Trystan and Isolde to shape a very different story -- one based in the earliest written versions of the Arthurian tales -- a captivating epic brimming with historic authenticity, sweeping romance, and the powerful magic of legend.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 143916455X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Book One in the Twilight of Avalon Trilogy She is a healer, a storyteller, a warrior, and a queen without a throne. In the shadow of King Arthur's Britain, one woman knows the truth that could save a kingdom from the hands of a tyrant... Ancient grudges, old wounds, and the quest for power rule in the newly widowed Queen Isolde's court. Hardly a generation after the downfall of Camelot, Isolde grieves for her slain husband, King Constantine, a man she secretly knows to have been murdered by the scheming Lord Marche -- the man who has just assumed his title as High King. Though her skills as a healer are renowned throughout the kingdom, in the wake of Con's death, accusations of witchcraft and sorcery threaten her freedom and her ability to bring Marche to justice. Burdened by their suspicion and her own grief, Isolde must conquer the court's distrust and superstition to protect her throne and the future of Britain. One of her few allies is Trystan, a prisoner with a lonely and troubled past. Neither Saxon nor Briton, he is unmoved by the political scheming, rumors, and accusations swirling around the fair queen. Together they escape, and as their companionship turns from friendship to love, they must find a way to prove what they know to be true -- that Marche's deceptions threaten not only their lives but the sovereignty of the British kingdom. In Twilight of Avalon, Anna Elliott returns to the roots of the legend of Trystan and Isolde to shape a very different story -- one based in the earliest written versions of the Arthurian tales -- a captivating epic brimming with historic authenticity, sweeping romance, and the powerful magic of legend.