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"Save Every Life You Can." - A reflection on leadership and saving lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. Richard A. Stone MD is the former Deputy Surgeon General of the United States Army. He returned to government service to lead the Veterans Health Administration at the Department of Veterans Affairs in 2018. Brought on as a proven changemaker and experienced leader in an inflection point for the agency. He had no idea his tenure would be defined by the public health challenge of our lifetime. This memoir describes the extraordinary challenges the agency faced and the personal stories of his team as they worked against the clock in a pandemic unique in more than 100 years. It describes the principles of leadership that informed and guided Dr. Stone, and his thoughts on what we learned as a nation about health care delivery as we prepare for the next once-in-a-hundred-year crisis. Dr. Richard Stone has served in a myriad of leadership positions over his more than 40 years as a medical doctor. He is a combat experienced veteran having served in Afghanistan during an Army career that culminated in his service as the US Army Deputy Surgeon General. Dr Stone was called back to Federal service as the Executive in Charge and Acting Under Secretary of the Veterans Health Administration serving for more than three years as the leader of Americas largest health care system through the most challenging health crisis in more than one hundred years.
Dietary Jerry's Weight Loss Survival Guide draws amusing and informative parallels between survival situations and the struggle to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The Survival Guide is designed to help anyone chart a path to health using a balance of nutritional advice, environmental change and behavior modification. It includes recipes and proven weight loss strategies- all delivered in an entertaining manner. It also includes a "Compass Card" to help readers identify problematic environments, set goals and measure progress. The author, Dietary Jerry, is a Board-Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM). He has helped thousands of patients who've struggled to maintain a healthy weight survive a weight loss industry with contradictory, confusing and sometimes unsafe advice. In this book, Jerry shares keys to successful weight loss that are often overlooked by those without a background in clinical nutrition. Jerry Elizondo has been a practicing dietitian for twenty years. He is a board-certified specialist in obesity and weight management through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has provided nutrition education for over 10,000 patients preparing for bariatric surgery. He grew up in the hill country of Helotes, Texas, where he found his love for the outdoors. Jerry and his wife, Amanda, live in Austin, Texas, where he remains an outdoor enthusiast and takes every chance he gets to go rock climbing, mountain biking, or swimming in a Texas river. Although he is not active on social media, he will make an occasional post on Instagram at dietary_jerry.
The writer is from Philadelphia, Pa. She was educated in the Philadelphia Public School System. She graduated from Morgan State College (BA), Glassboro State University MA), Wharton School of Business (Penn) Real Estate, plus 90 hours of post graduate work. She taught Health and Physical Education in the Philadelphia School System for over 34 years, taught at Camden County College for 20 years as an Adjunct Professor, and 10 years at Rowan University for 10 years as an adjunct Professor. She also taught English in China for 1 year. She was also a professional dancer for over 20 years. The writer is now retired and lives in New Jersey. She has two grown children, two grandchildren and two great grands. She was inspired to write this book by the Creator because of the times we are living in.
So, you think you want to be a Cop? Ask yourself this, Do you trust people? Are you thin skinned? Are you physically fit? Do you have a weak stomach? Do you mind missing out on family events? Will you be able to save a life, or take a life? Can you rise up to meet the unknown challenge? How is your integrity, can you be trusted to do the right thing? Would you mind being spit at, cursed at, physically assaulted or shot at? This is just a sample of the job description. Will you apply? I.M. Blue will provide you with some "War Stories" during her career. She had a rough start in life but never gave up! She is a strong woman and went from victim to survivor with many conflicts she endured during her childhood, and throughout her career in a hostile work environment, where the Good Ole Boy Network was alive and well. Always remembering to do the right thing! I. M. BLUE is a retired police Lieutenant and proudly served in this profession for twenty-six years.
The citizens of Montclair were finally at ease and life returned to normal for this small town. Just as everyone stopped being afraid, a new killer comes to town. This killer is carrying on the family tradition driving semi trucks and taking lives. His father, Chico Chavez Sr., taught him how to drive and how to be a man. One other thing his father taught him was how to kill. The truck stop allows long-haul truckers to come in to rest and refuel. One driver, Chico Chaves Jr. uses the truck stop to capture and kill his victims. Chico Jr. was an only child, and his father abused him severely. Chico Jr. began to ride with his father when he was ten years old. He witnessed his father pick up and kill a prostitute in the sleeper part of his truck. At the age of nineteen Chico Chaves Jr. began driving after his father died suddenly of a heart attack. Chico Jr.'s life mission was simple; to live and be like his father. Now that Chico Jr. was on his own, he decided to carry on the family tradition of driving trucks and killing prostitutes. M. Everett Baylor has a background in law. He's been writing since the age of eight. He received a Master's Degree in Law from Champlain College in Burlington Vermont. His literary heroes are Stephen King and John Sandford. His passion for writing came to life at an early age. That passion leads him to begin his literary journey and allowed him to pursue his dreams of becoming a writer. M. Everett Baylor has written over thirty books. His writings include series in the genres of Romance, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Thrillers and Children's books as well.
Coming to the table late for a share of the American pie can lead to a lot of misunderstandings, especially coming from different cultures. Who or what should influence the appropriation of a slice of pie? God or culture? The answer can be funny or heartbreaking when the people involved already come to the table with a set of ideas that are more subjective than objective, but firmly ingrained. Be entertained. I was born on the Island of Guadeloupe (FWI), Immigrated to the US in 1990, lives in Pennsylvania. However, before all I am a disciple of Jesus; everything I do is influenced by that.
The purpose of this book is to show with friends you can do anything. Randi Marconi enjoys writing, reading and horseback riding. She is a grandmother of four. She lives in Chicago, IL.
"Up the River" follows two best friend kayakers as they strive to save a kidnapped girl after finding her soaked journal in a wilderness river rapids. This story was a contest quarter finalist in the ScreenCraft 2017 Cinematic Short Story Contest (1,400 entries). That means it is screenplay worthy material. Well, hello Hollywood. The "Up the River" script earned quarter-finalist status in the 2018 Los Angeles International Screenplay Award (2,500 entries). That, plus "Consider" coverage reports, ranks "Up the River" in the top three-percent of all scripts written. The anthology of short stories pays homage to Hitchcock twist endings with an ample dose of humor. Up the River - And 82 Selected Short Stories is Wayne's second book, following on the heels of Barnstorm - A Novel. As the title might suggest, Page enjoys the short story genre. The love of short stories came from leading creative writing classes at the University of Cincinnati OLLI adult education program (Curing the Blank Page). He has authored six screenplays reaping their share of Hollywood rejection letters. He has written two musicals and two Ten Minute Dramas. Page is represented by the Silver Bitela Agency.
The lead character, Dana, an ex-military veteran recruited into a new federal agency formed in 2030 to help fight off an ugly alien race on her home turf. She is joined by active military members as well as agents from the new agency. She finds she has been given jewelry from an ancient Earth-dwelling alien race that has afforded her their abilities through it to help with the battle. An awesome roller coaster of adventure, travel, magic, fast cars and jets, and a love affair to beat all love triangles you've read about before! Join Dana on her journey of epic proportions to fight for all humanity! Danae Oberlin is a U.S. Navy veteran residing with her husband and Anatolian Shepherd, Maverick, in northern Colorado. She has a love for space, muscle cars, and jets.
My book is titled On Dark Matter and is a collection of seventy-two poems. I have had a couple of poems published here and there and write poetry as a hobby. My poems are to be considered an extension of my thoughts and are meant to stimulate the reader's thought process. They are in no way intended to portray any particular belief system or lack thereof, but rather are for the entertainment of thought! Leon Scarlett was born in St. Elizabeth, Jamaica and currently reside in New Jersey U.S.A. I have been writing poetry for nearly as long as I can remember, but have been doing so only as a hobby. I've had a few poems published and I studied fine arts in college. I view poetry as an art form. The only difference is; instead of using paint, palette-knife and brush, words are used to portray the feeling you wish to express. This is the first book of my anthology. I hope anyone that chooses to read it may enjoy the experience and that my poetry may help your mind become more susceptible to my open process of thought. I hope that you may find my book interesting to say the least! Apart from writing I also enjoy drawing and painting as well as miniature model building too. I am a Father of three and a Grandfather to two amazing grandchildren.
This Too Shall Pass are four words that contain wisdom that has been passed down through the ages. These words were believed to have been written on the inside of a ring worn by King Solomon as a maxim that leads to a happy life lived with a sense of purpose. It is a truth about life that neither the good times or the bad times last forever. When we hold this thought as a core understanding, we can better cope with the challenges of life and cultivate grit and resilience This wisdom is essential navigating the recent challenges of our world, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the urgent battle for social justice. Understanding human nature, the dynamics of faith, and why we do what we do are keys to living life to the fullest. This book concerns how personal ethics, political ethics, as well as bioethics can help guide us to make decisions that impact us and, ultimately, make a positive impact on the lives of others. "The Reverend Jim Squire's collected writings here are exquisite. They come from the heart, soul, and mind of an experienced and skilled ethicist. He is a teacher, thinker, and sensitive man, as he ponders the many ethical issues facing our world today." -The Reverend Alexander McCurdy, PH.D. Episcopal Priest, Jungian Analyst. Was a visiting lecturer in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Jefferson Medical College. "This Too Shall Pass is a collection of lessons and stories that enlightens, engages, and inspires. Rev. Squire leverages his rich foundation in counseling, teaching, and spiritual leadership to speak with a passionate and empathetic voice. He fuses current events, daily encounters, and ethical dilemmas to create a compilation of passages relatable to readers of all backgrounds and beliefs. This Too Shall Pass is my go-to read when I am seeking a conversation with a friend, a helping hand, or an insightful perspective on the everyday experience. Whether read from start to finish, uninterrupted, or one entry at a time, it adds both a thoughtful reflection on the big picture and a renewed appreciation for each of life's individual moments. It is a timeless treasure trove of actionable readings not to be missed." - Christy Rivard Episcopal Academy, '10, Harvard Class Day Speaker, '14, Physician Assistant. In essence this book is about personal ethics, political ethics as well as bioethics to help us to make the right decisions. The Reverend James R. Squire has spent thirty-eight years teaching ethics and biblical studies as the head chaplain at the Episcopal Academy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes as well in bioethics, faith development, positive psychology, diversity work, and the development of student leaders. He was chair of the Religion Department. After the 9/11 attacks, he created a national conference on "Understanding Islam."
Ann's husband Egidio has passed. Antonio, his friend has agreed to move to Nice, France to oversee the Durand Yacht Company, that Ann now owns. A business and personal relationship evolve between Antonio and Ann. They begin to travel together, and their connection is enhanced. Several unexpected events occur at Durand. A number of mysteries ensue. Cara Carón writes as a hobby. She is the author of Dancing on the Edge of Ecstasy and Love with a Stranger. She has a poetry book and cookbook in print. She has been an Interior Designer, Artist, Realtor. Financial Advisor, Hypnotherapist specializing in Past Life Regressions, boutique owner and currently a Clairvoyant. Her Mantra is Be the One who Makes a Difference.
A mystery is to me the one subject that draws you into a good story. It's the nagging question of what will happen next that most people are looking for when reading or watching a mystery show. This is the main reason I wrote this novel, to pull you into another world of murder mystery. This novel starts off at trying to solve your typical murder, but as the story goes on I get away from the typical if you will. I wanted to write something that is not the typical or the usual. I wanted my readers to get away from telling themselves I already know what's going to happen. The main character Hank Keys is to me not your average detective, as your reading you'll see that his methods on solving a case are again not your typical way, but affected. This murder mystery has a lot of twist and surprises and I also put in some personal quotes that I feel that a lot of people can relate to. So some things up I chose to name this novel Seven Sins because each one them relates to every one of my characters as well as all of us. I'm sure you realize that the word obsession is in red, but don't get ahead just yet. You have to read the novel to get what it means.... it's not just your typical word. A little about myself, I'm just your normal average person. Depends on what your definition of normal is. I'm your average man born and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana. I grow up in the country, so I guess you can say I'm a young man with an old soul. I own my own Irrigation business which it is a family business. In my spare time I work out a lot and enjoy anime from time to time. Yes, that may be weird to some but it's my stress reliever. Writing was something I was told to do from my family. Through-out this pandemic I was told to do something I never did before something new. I've always enjoyed a good mystery so I figure I'd try and write one. I don't have a website but I am working on getting one if everything goes well, so fingers crossed.
As I stand strong before you, I stand with a man who has always been there for me. The man who has strengthened me in ways only He could. The Man who continues to show me His unconditional love. As I stand, this Man gave his only begotten son. As I stand strong before you, I stand with someone who sacrificed everything for me. Someone without hesitation gave his life for me and my sins. Someone who was stretched wide, nailed to a cross, abused, misused, abandoned, and betrayed. Still like the dawn He rose. He rose and He gave what no one could give another, his Spirit. As I stand strong before you, I stand with a feeling of confidence. A confidence which has been embedded in me from the very start. The gift of Jesus. It is the Holy Spirit. I stand in love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, and self-control. So, as I stand with three powerful forces with me, I've trusted all three and they have never failed me. You may not physically see them, you may not physically hear them, you may not physically touch them, BUT look at Who's Standing. I have been placed in many fires and have come out unburned and without a scent of smoke. I'm a Wounded Warrior Newly Nourished Making Meaningful Movements. LaQuisha Martin-Hillian is a strong believer that God is the author and director of her life. LaQuisha is married to Dennis, mother to Xavier, daughter to Bernice and Bruno. The sister to Chris, Nikki, and Omarr. LaQuisha is also the author of Pearlie Gates. She desires to encourage and empower others to acknowledge their trials and storms as a badge of honor through God's grace and mercy. LaQuisha wants everyone to create their own Spiritual Resume to see how God is Glorified.
Miami, early 2021, When the Queen Elizabeth II and the Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel thanked her for her kind words, she knew her poetry touched their soul at another level. As she wanted to inspire the world with her poems and instill hope in the heart of many... She got the surprise of a lifetime when she received in the mail those incredible signs of gratitude from Buckingham Palace and the Republic of Deutschland... "The Heartist" is a collection of heartfelt and generous pieces of the author's heart. Celebrating Diversity, Unity and Peace in three different languages (English/French/Spanish). An invitation to us all to catalyze our energies and facilitate the emergence of a more equitable world.
Just how does she wear it well? With all the pressures of life that every woman will endure, there comes a point where her focus must shift from outward appearances and personal accomplishments to the inner person- the very essence of the woman God designed her to be. She Wears It Well is written for the woman who desires to find her fulfillment in a deep and abiding relationship with Christ Jesus. Whether single, married, divorced, or widowed, the essential qualities outlined in this book such as faithfulness, creativity, excellence, and strength, are attributes every woman can wear better than high-end make-up, trendy attire, or even a sassy pair of shoes. Each of the essential qualities is featured in its own chapter with a discussion of its relevance to the current times in which we live from a biblical context, followed by a profile of a woman in the Bible who wears it well. Every chapter concludes with a practical application of how the quality can be cultivated so that every woman can realize her fullest potential. The art of wearing it well is critical to being satisfied with who you are, and where you are in this glorious season of your life. Andrea J. Dixon-Seahorn, Ed. D. is an insightful author, dynamic speaker, and visionary leader. As the president of By Divine Design Enterprises, LLC Andrea endeavors to Inspire! Envision! Innovate! And Empower! through her writing, speaking, and consulting. She was compelled to write this debut literary work based on her faith-filled years of embracing God's design for her life to inspire and empower women of all ages and backgrounds to reach their fullest potential.
At the start of 2086, tech-conglomerate Delphi Corp. slips into an alternate reality where an ancient war between Reptilians & Greys threatens to destroy Earth. The firm's supercomputer software is malfunctioning and when business tycoon & CEO Ellis Bartram realizes their blunder people around the country are already dead. The battle brewing on the other side pits Reptilians named Yhemlen - and Greys - against each other for survival. As the economic crisis worsens, a classified project arises in Washington, D.C. to fix the automated failures and put an end to the radioactive outbreak Delphi Corp. caused. Scientists delve into the Cloud source code using a Neural-Link, though what they discover is an alternate timeline on prehistoric Earth that forever alters their vision of the past. Once humans enter the fray, they are forced to solve an ancient mystery before their world is devoured.
Honey and Mahogany is a heartfelt story telling a tale of biracial children growing up and noticing that the world looks at their family weird as they play at the park and walk around town. The story begins by setting the stage of introducing a biracial couple falling in love and beginning a family. As the children grow up, they become aware of their family's differences. The children ask their parents why people look at them when they are around town. The parents sit the children down and explain to them the beauty that is added to the world due to their children's different skin tones. The colors of Honey Bronze and Rich Mahogany make the children unique and showcases true love. At the end of the story, the children proclaim their joy in their family's love and uniqueness. The children are proud of their skin tones and learn how to embrace their differences when others stare at their family. Honey and Mahogany is a lovely story for biracial children of all colors and skin tones, not just the ones that look like the characters inside the book. The hope is that through the story, parents and children can have a moment and conversation to help name their own skin tones, as each biracial child is wonderfully and perfectly designed by God and deserve to feel pride in the way they look to the world, just like Devon and Ella in the story. Heather R. Phillips is an inspiring author and activist. Heather knew she wanted to utilize her passion for writing to bring about more representation for biracial children in children's books. In her professional career, Heather is an activist working towards racial and social justice. Heather R. Phillips lives by the statues and values outlined by the late Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and continues to hope that her children grow up in a world that seeing no color and focuses on light and love. Honey and Mahogany is Heather's writing debut, and her hope is to bring joy to biracial families of all shades and colors of skin tones. She believes that everyone deserves to be proud of who they are because every child is perfectly and wonderfully created by God. Heather stands on the foundation of light and the dedication to bring unity to the world.
The Frog family is moving to a new home! Father Frog has gone off to find the pond where they will live, but Mother Frog and their five froggies must journey through The Smyrna Village on their own to reunite with him. Along the way, they meet new people and have many fun adventures in their new city. Come along on A Jumping Journey with them! After experiencing the "Mice on Main" scavenger hunt while on a trip to Greenville, South Carolina, Nikki was inspired to write a book about animals exploring her hometown. From there, with a little encouragement from friends and family, A Jumping Journey was born. Nikki Welch is a content creator and multi-media journalist, although this is her first foray into writing children's literature. She is a proud Smyrna native and still fancies herself a hometown girl despite any zip code that might say otherwise. Nikki is graduate of the University of Georgia and, when not writing or commuting through Atlanta traffic to her full-time corporate job, she loves cheering on the Dawgs, seeking out unique mailboxes and trying to keep her three houseplants alive.
A large, black, prehistoric serpent that makes its home in Lake Erie. A titanic hairy humanoid with glowing orange eyes who spies on any teenagers brave enough to park near its lovers' lane home. A giant owl the size of a tree so adept at camouflage it can practically disappear. A nocturnal race of tiny, melon-headed feral humans who roam the woods looking for victims to feast on. These are but some of the creatures of cryptozoology, folklore and urban legend that readers will meet in the pages of Monsters of Ohio, the first book of its kind to completely chronicle the state's population of mystery animals and the stories told about them. In addition to thirteen Buckeye State monsters-from infamous ones like The Lake Erie Monster, The Loveland Frogs and The Grassman, to lesser-known local legends like The Crosswick Monster, Bighoot and The Defiance Wolfman-the book also includes a parade of mysterious creatures that were only sighted once before disappearing...if, of course, they were ever really there at all. J.C. Raphael was born in Ashtabula, Ohio. He earned a bachelor's degree in English from Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. He began freelance writing at age 17 with a film review of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein for The Plain Dealer, and has continued writing reviews of stuff ever since. He worked as a staff writer for a small suburban newspaper and as a writer and editor for a small, independent altweekly in Columbus, Ohio. He now works as a public library clerk and freelance writer. He lives in Mentor, Ohio.
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