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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What happens when two unlikely friends forge a strong and lasting bond Where they rise above their expected roles as natural enemies to become a team and an example to their peers This children's fable is the story of Leo, a fur seal, and Kalvin, a great white shark: natural enemies who become secret friends while swimming in an underwater maze near South Africa every day. One day, they decide they don't need to keep their friendship a secret any longer. and they take a big chance. This fable is about being yourself and facing your challenges. It encourages the brave, the confident, the shy, and the unsure that they can do anything they set their minds to, and that nothing is too hard to do. Breaking barriers, taking chances, and believing in yourself helps to overcome those fears we all have inside. Zoto, Maximus B; Zoto, Gabriel Q (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What happens when two unlikely friends forge a strong and lasting bond Where they rise above their expected roles as natural enemies to become a team and an example to their peers This children's fable is the story of Leo, a fur seal, and Kalvin, a great white shark: natural enemies who become secret friends while swimming in an underwater maze near South Africa every day. One day, they decide they don't need to keep their friendship a secret any longer. and they take a big chance. This fable is about being yourself and facing your challenges. It encourages the brave, the confident, the shy, and the unsure that they can do anything they set their minds to, and that nothing is too hard to do. Breaking barriers, taking chances, and believing in yourself helps to overcome those fears we all have inside. Zoto, Maximus B; Zoto, Gabriel Q (illustratore). …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Still waters run deep, and for one man, the draw of the sea's deep waters would direct the course of his entire life-a life full to overflowing with humor, drama, kinship, and a pure and abiding faith that keeps him afloat even in the darkest of storms.These are his stories, and through them, the author invites you to feel the wind in your hair, the sea spray on your face, and the buoyancy of spirit that can only be truly felt when in the company of good friends and family.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Words are the foundation of all communication-the foundation upon which we build our understanding of the world around us . of nature, philosophy, faith, and of ourselves. But where do those words come from Using humor and insight paired with in-depth etymological knowledge, the author explores the origins of over two hundred words commonly found within the sphere of religion and spirituality.Created to give voice to reflection and emotion, such words are like windows we can look through to see the meaning and wonder of our lives. As such, the more we know about how they evolved, the more we can appreciate the experiences and wisdom of those who created them and recognize how such words continue to evolve in use and meaning. This provocative book will help you rethink the words you use to speak about spirituality and faith. This book will give you a new appreciation for their origins and power.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - A young girl climbs up on her grandfather's knee, looks up at him with her big eyes and says, 'Granddad, tell me another story.' And Granddad is happy to oblige. These are the tales of Wayne Sherrard. Some are homespun, workaday little family stories and some are far more dramatic - from encountering the vengeful side of gophers and discovering the personalities of cows to creating a (short-lived) teen pirate radio station and fighting to get maple tree sap. The settings are fascinating rural locations in the Canadian Maritimes, Ontario, Europe, Alberta, and Canada's Arctic. They succinctly capture memorable moments of life for a boy growing up in an air force family during the fifties and sixties and entering young manhood in the 1970s.Really, Granddad is a collection of fifty very short, highly entertaining, positive stories for both children and adults. This book chronicles the arc of a mischievous little boy to a young man of ethics, and celebrates the power and beauty of family love across the generations.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - For more years than he can remember, astronomer Ernie Cowarth has been sworn to secrecy on behalf of the United States government regarding an incomprehensible lunar event-later known as the 'moonflaw'-that occurred in late October 1953. Due to negligent actions of the Apollo 15 crew, who succumbed to their deeper curiosities during what was designed to be a restricted investigation some eighteen years later, cosmic radiation from the event was inadvertently conveyed back to Earth, where it eventually brings about a strange phenomenon: a series of disorienting and disturbing dreams that link together the minds of perfect strangers.Bizarre events ultimately coalesce in the city of Hartford, Connecticut, where a demonic entity has seized opportunity from the fallout, escalating the emissions into a dual threat. From reanimated beings known as Deceivers, who furtively project into the living realm, to a subterranean lair that snakes below the city like a flooded catacomb, unholy horrors await a cast of dream-plagued, fate-bound individuals who must face unfathomable darkness in order to restore humanity as it once was before the Moonflaw.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - It's the year 2103, and Earth is in crisis. Temperatures are increasing dramatically, crops are failing, and humanity is struggling to adapt. As climate change and political tensions between Canada and the United States escalate, a long-dormant natural force awakens to reclaim her power from the ravages of science, politics, and organized religion: Mother Nature. However, she cannot succeed alone.In Toronto, a young man named Aiden has been enduring splitting migraines and vivid dreams that transport him into visions of underground caverns and cataclysmic events. Just when he suspects he's on the brink of insanity-or possibly even death-a charming stranger coupled with a freak accident unleashes a power from within. Soon, Aiden and his two closest friends find themselves on a journey of joint self-discovery, becoming the first wizards-Mother Earth's warriors-to appear on Earth in over three thousand years. Aiden's inborn magic leads him to a reclusive group known as the Guardians, who teach him how to wield his power. However, it isn't long before his adventures pit him and his friends against a powerful force that deems magic heresy: the Catholic Church. From an ancient stronghold in Ireland to a secluded village in the French Alps, Aiden and the other wizards must learn to master their magic and protect their ancient knowledge in order to help save the planet. Johnstone, Christopher (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - From ivory towers to fields of flowers, Meant To Be is the remarkable true story of a professional scientist who overcomes the difficulties in her life with the help of faith, and the benevolent Creator God.This is the twelve-year spiritual awakening of a disheartened scientist who renounces the world of left-brain logic to find truth that is stranger than fiction: coincidences, angelic guidance, and spiritual capabilities known as the 'clairs.' McLaren walked away from an unfulfilling life with a burning, unanswered question-is there proof of God God responded resoundingly in the affirmative.McLaren takes readers into a world of magic and mystery, and the inevitable conclusion she found there: that with faith, a child's mind, and a sense of fun, a joyous and meaningful life is available for the asking. With equal measures of humour, awe, and gratitude, the author provides an earnest account of the search for a better life. Readers will come away with the tools and knowledge necessary to begin their own dialogue into what is possible when you follow a divine mission.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - This is a story of adventure, friendship, and self-discovery that unfolds in the great wilderness of northern Vancouver Island and the mysterious ruins of an ancient city in Zimbabwe.An Ascent Aspiring follows the younger, lovably intrepid Shirley, as she searches for a lost burial cave in the remote mountains of Vancouver Island. Older, as an archeological illustrator, her work then takes her across the ocean to the grassy savannas of Zimbabwe where she aims to solve an architectural riddle. What secrets will Shirley discover at the ruins of Great Zimbabwe Immersed in the rich cultures of Shirley's two adoptive families, First Nations and Shona, An Ascent Aspiring is a must-read for fans of cross-cultural mythology and archeology. At times exhilarating, at others deeply touching, Shirley's life journey is infused with magic and the warmth of human connection. An Ascent Aspiring satisfyingly completes the Her Vision Quest trilogy.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - My Colour-Coded Life is an autobiography of one brave woman's life weighed down with mental illness. Using a pseudonym and changed names for legal reasons, the author shares her fascinating experiences. The story begins with her distrust of her husband in 2000, and in 2005, her diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder. Along the way, we learn of her battle with colours and the messages she took from them-and also from food, TV, radio, music, newspapers, her guitar music, missing things, other people's clothes, and even products on the shelves. Once trust was gained in Music, she grips onto inspirational lyrics to pull her out of the quagmire she found herself sinking into. In searing honesty, she shares her triggers and offers insight on what she knows about her relapses. In the beginning, she feared colours, but over time they empowered her, made her feel blessed and able to take control of her life. My Colour-Coded Life offers readers the chance to walk in the shoes of someone who's suffered greatly. Ideally, it will educate neurotypical readers and destigmatize mental illness along the way.…