Author: Misty Dispenza
Publisher: Alpha Book Publisher
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Born and raised in Southern California she attended Canyon High School, in Canyon Country, California, pregnant at 17 years old she became a single mother at 18. After a bad first marriage she attended Casa Loma College a nursing college, graduated and received her Licensed Vocational Nursing degree all while raising her young boy. In 1987, she married her present husband and continued her career in nursing. She worked as a pediatric nurse and eventually moved on as a Cosmetic Surgical nurse. In 1994, while assisting in surgery, the surgeon asked her to cut some sutures, she was unable to clearly see where the surgeon wanted her to cut. She immediately was seen by her Ophthalmologist and they found she had Starguardts, a retina disease. One day she was perfectly seeing the next day she was legally blind, her sight began to decline through the 90’s, now she is at the end of her retina disease and now classified blind. She reunited with her second stepfather Richard Robinson in late 1990’s who she always called dad. He was an Author from Alaska; he wrote several books about Alaska; his most popular book was “Light all Night”. During this time, she had long conversations with her dad about his writing and became interested in expressing her thoughts in writing. She is a first-time author, and this is her first attempt at writing a book. She attended the local college to learn how to use the computer as a legally blind person. She started back to the college again when her eyesight got so bad a keyboard is almost out of the question, she used several computer enhancement devices to finish this book.
Life Is A Rollercoaster
Author: Ronan Keating
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446491528
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
'Brilliant' OK! 'Engagingly warm' Heat 'Sensational' The Mirror'Ronan Keating demolishes his 'Mr Perfect of Pop image in a new warts-and-all book of his amazing ride to stardom.' The MirrorRonan Keating is a very real idol. In a life-story that received extensive press and ecstatic reviews as 'a classic - honest, funny and gripping', Ronan Keating tells the full story of his incredible journey. He may be only 23 but he has lived an extraordinary life so far, from playing football on a housing estate in North Dublin to headlining Madison Square Garden with Elton John. But Ronan has never forgotten it's his fans that got him there. It's an inspirational story of a boy from modest beginnings who confounded the critics and made his mark with talent, boyish good looks and, above all, an integrity that has helped him move from the teen market to a broader, adult audience. In a surprisingly honest, remarkably frank style he talks openly of his background and his beloved mother, Boyzone's extraordinary catapult to fame, his friends and band-mates and his new solo career and his wife and son. Brimming with anecdote and revelation, this is a brilliantly written book by a true star - Ronan.
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446491528
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
'Brilliant' OK! 'Engagingly warm' Heat 'Sensational' The Mirror'Ronan Keating demolishes his 'Mr Perfect of Pop image in a new warts-and-all book of his amazing ride to stardom.' The MirrorRonan Keating is a very real idol. In a life-story that received extensive press and ecstatic reviews as 'a classic - honest, funny and gripping', Ronan Keating tells the full story of his incredible journey. He may be only 23 but he has lived an extraordinary life so far, from playing football on a housing estate in North Dublin to headlining Madison Square Garden with Elton John. But Ronan has never forgotten it's his fans that got him there. It's an inspirational story of a boy from modest beginnings who confounded the critics and made his mark with talent, boyish good looks and, above all, an integrity that has helped him move from the teen market to a broader, adult audience. In a surprisingly honest, remarkably frank style he talks openly of his background and his beloved mother, Boyzone's extraordinary catapult to fame, his friends and band-mates and his new solo career and his wife and son. Brimming with anecdote and revelation, this is a brilliantly written book by a true star - Ronan.
Love Is . . . a Roller Coaster and Other Such Sayings Book
Author: KnockKnock LLC
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781683490845
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
From a battlefield to a red, red rose, and everything in between, this tender little book contains over 65 classic sayings, wittily illustrated for maximum giftability. After all, love is...something sent from Heaven to worry the Hell out of you. Love is...finding gifts for her that don't suck Anniversary gifts for him without the cheese factor Illustrations by Harriet Russell Hardcover; 4.75 x 6.25 inches, 96 pages
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781683490845
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
From a battlefield to a red, red rose, and everything in between, this tender little book contains over 65 classic sayings, wittily illustrated for maximum giftability. After all, love is...something sent from Heaven to worry the Hell out of you. Love is...finding gifts for her that don't suck Anniversary gifts for him without the cheese factor Illustrations by Harriet Russell Hardcover; 4.75 x 6.25 inches, 96 pages
Roller Coaster
Author: Marla Frazee
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152057442
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Clickity, clackity. Clickity, clackity. The roller coaster car is going up, up, up to the highest spot. And at least one of the people in the car has never ridden on a roller coaster before . . . ever. Wheeeeeeee Get ready to experience the thrill of riding a coaster for the very first time in this vibrant new adventure from acclaimed picture book creator Marla Frazee.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780152057442
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Clickity, clackity. Clickity, clackity. The roller coaster car is going up, up, up to the highest spot. And at least one of the people in the car has never ridden on a roller coaster before . . . ever. Wheeeeeeee Get ready to experience the thrill of riding a coaster for the very first time in this vibrant new adventure from acclaimed picture book creator Marla Frazee.
The Entrepreneur Roller Coaster
Author: Darren Hardy
Publisher: Rearden's Press
ISBN: 9781733513302
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Introduction -- The height requirement -- Secure your shoulder harness -- Fuel for the motor -- Filling your empty seats -- Riding in the front seat -- Picking up speed -- Hands in the air -- Smile for the camera -- Epilogue -- Final word -- Acknowledgements -- Additional resources.
Publisher: Rearden's Press
ISBN: 9781733513302
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Introduction -- The height requirement -- Secure your shoulder harness -- Fuel for the motor -- Filling your empty seats -- Riding in the front seat -- Picking up speed -- Hands in the air -- Smile for the camera -- Epilogue -- Final word -- Acknowledgements -- Additional resources.
Riding the Roller Coaster
Author: Charles K. Hyde
Publisher: Wayne State University Press
ISBN: 9780814330913
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 422
Book Description
The first comprehensive history of the Chrysler Corporation, this book is intended for readers interested in the history of automobiles and of American business, and for fans and critics of Chrysler's products.
Publisher: Wayne State University Press
ISBN: 9780814330913
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 422
Book Description
The first comprehensive history of the Chrysler Corporation, this book is intended for readers interested in the history of automobiles and of American business, and for fans and critics of Chrysler's products.
How to Code a Rollercoaster
Author: Josh Funk
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425292037
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 45
Book Description
Pearl and Pascal take their coding adventures to the amusement park in this follow-up picture book from our Girls Who Code program! Pearl and her trusty rust-proof robot, Pascal, are enjoying a day out at the amusement park. Spinning teacups, ice cream, and of course: rollercoasters! Through the use of code, Pearl and Pascal can keep track of their ride tokens and calculate when the line is short enough to get a spot on the biggest ride of them all--the Python Coaster. Variables, if-then-else sequences, and a hunt for a secret hidden code make this a humorous, code-tastic day at the amusement park!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425292037
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 45
Book Description
Pearl and Pascal take their coding adventures to the amusement park in this follow-up picture book from our Girls Who Code program! Pearl and her trusty rust-proof robot, Pascal, are enjoying a day out at the amusement park. Spinning teacups, ice cream, and of course: rollercoasters! Through the use of code, Pearl and Pascal can keep track of their ride tokens and calculate when the line is short enough to get a spot on the biggest ride of them all--the Python Coaster. Variables, if-then-else sequences, and a hunt for a secret hidden code make this a humorous, code-tastic day at the amusement park!
Surviving Adolescence
Author: Michael B. Gilbert
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1475857241
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
The most trying times in a child’s life are during their pre-teen and teen years. Even the most well-meaning and engaged parents and teachers are often ill equipped to deal effectively with adolescents and their remarkable yet confounding social and emotional changes. Surviving Adolescence follows the roller coaster ride parents with teenagers experience, stages that author Michael Gilbert calls Ratcheting Up, the First Drop, Loop-de-Loop, Climbing, the Steep Drop, In the Tunnel, Into the Daylight, and Leveling Off. These stages cover issues such as preparing for adolescence, the reality of confronting puberty, the family unit, and how to help teens confront a new social environment, including cyberspace. Additional areas covered are recognizing the need for productive activities, discussing burgeoning sexual issues, bullying, and substance abuse. Suggestions for communicating effectively and taking care of yourself are included, too, making this a well-rounded and valuable resource for parents and educators alike.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1475857241
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 157
Book Description
The most trying times in a child’s life are during their pre-teen and teen years. Even the most well-meaning and engaged parents and teachers are often ill equipped to deal effectively with adolescents and their remarkable yet confounding social and emotional changes. Surviving Adolescence follows the roller coaster ride parents with teenagers experience, stages that author Michael Gilbert calls Ratcheting Up, the First Drop, Loop-de-Loop, Climbing, the Steep Drop, In the Tunnel, Into the Daylight, and Leveling Off. These stages cover issues such as preparing for adolescence, the reality of confronting puberty, the family unit, and how to help teens confront a new social environment, including cyberspace. Additional areas covered are recognizing the need for productive activities, discussing burgeoning sexual issues, bullying, and substance abuse. Suggestions for communicating effectively and taking care of yourself are included, too, making this a well-rounded and valuable resource for parents and educators alike.
Roller Coaster Life
Author: Lisa Hilliard
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781925884326
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Overcoming adversity and obstacles in your life and coming out a stronger person at the other end.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781925884326
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Overcoming adversity and obstacles in your life and coming out a stronger person at the other end.
Life Is a Football Game
Author: Troy Dunn
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781577341383
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781577341383
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
My Rollercoaster Life
Author: Karen Van Pelt
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781686318733
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
I wrote this book hoping to help others who are and have gone through similar situations. I must help people who need to find the light at the end of the tunnel. If my words don't help then my donation of 20% to victims of sexual and physical violence will. Buy a book and help me help others.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781686318733
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
I wrote this book hoping to help others who are and have gone through similar situations. I must help people who need to find the light at the end of the tunnel. If my words don't help then my donation of 20% to victims of sexual and physical violence will. Buy a book and help me help others.