Author: Rene Bird
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1796003964
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 167
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A life lived in fear of reaction and retribution was all Jennifer knew living with her father. She grew up in an environment of stress and constant awareness of what her father’s actions held for her. It was not until her late teens did she come to learn that living in fear was not normal. Jennifer’s memories were sad but were also elevated with her ability to see humor in some of her experiences.
Author: Dr. Jennifer M. Randles
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520974387
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 277
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In Essential Dads, sociologist Jennifer Randles shares the stories of more than 60 marginalized men as they sought to become more engaged parents through a government-supported “responsible” fatherhood program. Dads’ experiences serve as a unique window into long-standing controversies about the importance of fathering, its connection to inequality, and the state’s role in shaping men’s parenting. With a compassionate and hopeful voice, Randles proposes a more equitable political agenda for fatherhood, one that carefully considers the social and economic factors shaping men’s abilities to be involved in their children’s lives and the ideologies that rationalize the necessity of that involvement.
Author: Robert Scott
Publisher: Pinnacle Books
ISBN: 0786038535
Category : True Crime
Languages : en
Pages : 338
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A devoutly religious husband and father is revealed as a murderous sex addict in this true crime case featured on 48 Hours Mystery. In November of 2001, Colorado family man Michael Blagg called 911 in distress over his missing wife and six-year-old daughter, exclaiming “Oh my god . . . there’s blood all over!” But frantic search parties and Michael's anguished pleas on national television came up empty. Then the investigation stumbled across Blagg’s dark side. A devout born-again Christian, Blagg was addicted to Internet porn. He also reportedly abused his wife and indulged in the services of hired escorts. Then in June 2002, nearly a year after her disappearance, his wife's mummified remains were found in a local landfill. And Michael quickly left town. Extradited from Georgia, Blagg was charged with first-degree murder. But the explosive trial was rocked by even more bizarre revelations, stunning twists, and an unspeakable mystery that haunted the country: What made Blagg do it? And, even more disturbing, whatever happened to little Abby? Includes sixteen pages of shocking photos
Author: Anita Claire
Publisher: Anita Claire
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 186
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Sometimes opposites don't just attract - they catch fire and ignite Jennifer is a middle school teacher with an eye for metrosexual men. Her last boyfriend had more shoes than her. Having no interest in tatted up, pierced, and rough looking Rocket she dances with him anyway since it's only a dance. Wild Rocket has come back from a binge of drinking, fighting, and sleeping around. Finally deciding to get serious, he falls for pretty Jennifer and the hot way she shakes her butt on the dance floor. In a moment of weakness, Jennifer agrees to join Rocket on a visit to an art gallery where she learns that maybe the book is deeper than the cover and love can be found in the least obvious places. Of course, Jennifer has her band of college friends supporting her the whole way; dubbed The Princesses from their freshman year Halloween costumes. Told in alternating POV. This is a stand-alone book, but much more fun if read along with the other Princess stories.
Author: Bonnie Kaye
Publisher: CCB Publishing
ISBN: 177143161X
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 150
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Jennifer Needle in Her Arm explores the emotional turmoil that parents go through when they have either lost a child to drugs or have to deal with a child currently addicted to drugs. Bonnie Kaye, who lost her daughter Jennifer in 2002 at the age of 22, suffered the guilt and shame almost all good parents go through in the aftermath of losing a child to drugs. In this book, Kaye talks about the journey she and her daughter went through together, and how in the end, nothing she did changed the outcome. She shares some articles she wrote in the years following her loss to help people understand what parents go through with a drug-addicted child. Kaye has also included a number of heart-wrenching writings that Jennifer gave to her to share with others in hopes that they would read about her pain and not have her daily struggles of survival. One passage includes these words of despair and hope: Dear Addiction, What have I ever done to you to deserve all this pain and agony? You have taken everything from me. My family’s trust, my family’s sleep, my sleep, my apartment, car, jewelry, etc. But worst of all you’ve taken my sanity, my life, and me. I think of you every day. I even dream about you at night. I’m sure your only thoughts about me are to totally destroy me. I love you yet hate you so much. No matter how hard I fight, you are stronger. I’m 19 but feel 69 because of you. You have robbed me of my childhood. Because of you I have killed, robbed, sold drugs, sold myself, and hurt everyone close to me. You’re a liar!!!! You swore you would make things easier for me. You swore I wouldn’t have to worry about anything. You promised fun and heaven. But all you have given me is hurt and agony and a living hell. This is my life and I’m taking it back. I’m going to win this battle. I PROMISE. The book is comforting to parents who continue to suffer from shame, guilt, and feelings of helplessness. They will realize they are not alone--and they are not responsible.
Author: Jim West
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1543459919
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 502
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Jim Lashley grew up on a small farm in rural West Texas. Following a couple of failed attempts in college because of misbehavior, he elected to enlist in the marines instead of being drafted into the army during the Vietnam War. Throughout his first two tours as a recon marine, Jim learned firsthand how cheap human life was. Following the almost-complete annihilation of his team on a small insignificant hill, Jim was noticed by a very senior officer who decided that he was worthy of special attention. After completing a program to become a marine pilot, Jim returned to Vietnam one final time. Returning home and nearing the end of the war, Jim was recruited to join a very special group that worked covertly to assist a high-profile security firm known as Black Water. That group, Dark Water, performed numerous clandestine activities that the parent company couldn’t afford to be associated with. For the remainder of his time as a marine pilot, Jim traveled around the globe, following the directives of this secretive group known only to a very select few. When his time with the marines came to an end, he was again advised by the same senior officer who had made possible his becoming a marine pilot and admission into the Dark Water group to apply to the airlines as a pilot. After being hired by American Airlines, he was given the opportunity to continue to assist Black Water with another covert group that functioned only in the continental United States. That group was simply known as Muddy Water.
Author: Joshua Tavernier
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1644249073
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 206
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Follow a couple through their senior year in high school. Experience their growth through their ups, down, twists, and turns as the story unfolds. As the unexpected happens throughout the story, will their love be enough to pull them through to the end, or will it just end as another heartbreak for one or both of them?
Author: Meghan McCain
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1416975284
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 33
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Presents a biography of the Arizona senator and former prisoner of war who has twice run for the presidency of the United States.
Author: Doug Dixon
Publisher: Dafina Books
ISBN: 9780758213563
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 308
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Troy likes his love life casual and free of attachments. But when he meets Jennifer, he quickly changes his mind. She inspires a commitment in him that he thought was impossible. When Jennifer leaves town for a job, Troy finds himself tempted by Dana Suarez and ends up tangled in a web of lies that threatens the only real relationship he's ever had.
Author: Mark Oestreicher
Publisher: Group Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1470721260
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 67
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Parents are the biggest influence on the lives of teenagers— a fact that research has proved again and again. Yet interactions with parents can be one of the trickiest areas for a youth worker to navigate well. Great youth ministries are passionate about helping parents— the key influence on teenage faith—succeed in their God-given roles. That’s the foundational message of The Skinny on Parents, which will lead you toward a place where you focus a little bit more of your energy on resourcing, equipping, partnering with, and empowering parents. Parents are not the enemy. Ignoring them will diminish the impact of your ministry. Most parents struggle with fears but also want help. And you can come alongside them to partner in helping teenagers fully step into a life of faith. This book is filled with practical ideas that will energize your ministry to parents and families. And if you as a youth worker provide help in a way that allows parents to feel more equipped and confident, then everyone wins: families, teenagers, and your youth ministry!
