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With all the distractions that are part of our waking hours, it is no wonder that the simplest sounds of an ordinary day are overlooked and taken for granted. Sounds like the crackling of ice, raindrops on a rooftop, the rumble of an approaching storm, and even turning the page of a book are so commonplace that we seldom--if at all--take time to appreciate them. Yet, when the ability to hear these everyday sounds is taken away—as in Marsha Engle's case—we are humbly reminded of their value. As she was slowly losing her hearing, Marsha collaborated with professional photographer William Huber to capture these ordinary sounds in stunning photographs, and they have collected them here in this unique and breathtaking book for both the hearing and hearing impaired to enjoy. 100 Sounds to See is a tribute to the beauty of hearing and a gentle reminder to the hearing world to listen to and appreciate everyday sounds.
Winner of the 2005 Outstanding Book Award presented by the Organization for the Study of Communication, Language, and Gender (OSCLG) This study of battered women living in a shelter offers a rhetorical analysis of survivors' personal theologies. Author Carol L. Winkelmann holds that while it is virtually ignored in the domestic violence literature, the Christian heritage of many battered women plays a significant, if complicated, role in their language, thoughts, and lives. The women's religious faith serves not only to sustain them through periods of profound suffering, but also to develop solidarity with other culturally-different women in the shelter. Designed to assist women to greater i...
In a time when reinventing oneself is more of a necessity than a choice, QVC host Rick Domeier offers how-to examples from people who've done it successfully
Spas have become self-care oases for millions of people living busy, hectic lives. And while your skin may be smoother when you leave, the relaxation response sparked by a visit to the spa is an equally invaluable gift. Pleasure Healing will help you give that gift to yourself every day by bringing relaxation and present-moment awareness into your life. As you incorporate mindfulness techniques including meditation, healing breath work, conscious movement, and other pleasure-healing rituals into your daily routine, you'll notice the spa ethos transforming your mindset, calming stress, and enriching your life.
The "Change" is in for a change! The "sensations" of menopause now can be soothed with nurturing mindbody healing practices and all natural, at-home spa treatments. Mary Beth Janssen combines her expert knowledge of herbs, aromatherapy, meditation, yoga, massage, and skin/hair care with the latest medical advice to offer effective and luxurious remedies. Plus, sections on bone, breast, and heart health will educate and inspire. Warm, wise, and encouraging, Rejuvenation helps women navigate menopause with comfort and grace.
Written by a new generation of recognized experts in pastoral care, these brief, foundational books offer practical advice to pastors on the most frequent dilemmas of pastoral care and counseling.
Mindfulness training develops the capacity that a child needs to succeed socially, emotionally and academically. The Mindfulness and Movement curriculum is designed to be used with groups of school-age children. The four interactive sessions can be adjusted for school, community, healthcare or home settings. Mindfulness and Movement offers educators and facilitators the tools they need to connect with children. The activities engage children through the use of story and playful movement, while the practice experiences in each lesson help children master coping and calming skills with confidence.
Shuck, Shock, Shook, Schuck, Schock, Schook, Schug, Schuh and Shough families of Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The emigrant ancestors of these families came originally from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Nether- lands. This book contains information taken from census records, land records and USA International Genealogical Index, etc.