The beloved New York Times columnist "inspires women to embrace aging and look at it with a new sense of hope" in this lively, fascinating, eye-opening look at women and aging in America (Parade Magazine). "You're not getting older, you're getting better," or so promised the famous 1970's ad -- for women's hair dye. Americans have always had a complicated relationship with aging: embrace it, deny it, defer it -- and women have been on the front lines of the battle, willingly or not. In her lively social history of American women and aging, acclaimed New York Times columnist Gail Collins illustrates the ways in which age is an arbitrary concept that has swung back and forth over the centuries. From Plymouth Rock (when a woman was considered marriageable if "civil and under fifty years of age"), to a few generations later, when they were quietly retired to elderdom once they had passed the optimum age for reproduction, to recent decades when freedom from striving in the workplace and caretaking at home is often celebrated, to the first female nominee for president, American attitudes towards age have been a moving target. Gail Collins gives women reason to expect the best of their golden years.

Sometimes we do not get what we want, but God is working out the details of your life. God says everything is well so dwell in his presence with praise and worship. Behind every storm, there is a new beginning. You are making a difference in someone's life. You're the one everyone is looking for. You have come through like a champion. Thank you for setting the mark of excellence. Sometimes all we need is the encouragement of a friend or the adjustment of our attitude. One has no idea regarding the SOMETIMES in their life, until God shows them that there are times you have to go through so others can be blessed. God is making your name great. (Genesis 12:1-2)

This book is a passage of stories carried out in poetry style on the journey I’ve been through while I was growing up and all the negatives I learned to turn into something positive. Something is better than nothing, making the most of all. I’d like to share all the thoughts I had while developing as a child to an adult to help teenagers and ones in need experience hard times by expressing though out my poetic diary.

Do you believe everyone is capable of getting “unstuck?” Do you recognize your own uniqueness? Do you wonder if you have abilities which may lie deep within? If you do not, once you read this stimulating book, you will be convinced otherwise. Stop Depriving the World of You simply and creatively provides exercises for you to begin the journey of self-discovery. Soon you will come in contact with your own unique talents and gifts. In addition, the D.R.E.A.M. technique will help you delve deeper into your inner being and explore uncharted territories. By using the tools offered in this book, you will be pleasantly surprised by what you might uncover. With thirty years of experience, Darlene Corbett has not only helped people “refurbish their home but has assisted them in rebuilding the foundation.” You will find her enthusiasm and belief in the possibilities to be infectious. By reading this book, you are not only opening yourself to a new way of thinking but creating pathways toward change and fulfillment you may never have thought possible. Stop Depriving the World of You is a must read!

Gina Phillips is hiding her pain. While her work takes her all over the world, she attempts to follow Gods laws and love her family. Even so, she is battling internal demons that have caused her to push her dreams aside and live a lie. The truth is that no one really knows her. Gina has taken it upon herself to dispense justice in her own way. As she meets one man after the other, she feels nothing as she sleeps with them, steals their identification, and leaves them with something that will change their lives forever. No one knows what she is taking or giving to the unsuspecting menexcept God. But even as Gina continues down a dark path lined with deceit, a piece of her soul seeks deliverance from the hidden secrets that have left her ashamed, alone in her pain, and without peace. Now only time will tell if her secret will ever be exposed. Introspection is the poignant story of a struggle between morality and retribution as a woman with deep secrets embarks on a life-changing journey to seek justice from unwary souls.

(Ukulele). The Strum & Sing series provides an unplugged and pared-down appraoch to your favorite songs just the chords and the lyrics, with nothing fancy. These easy-to-play arrangements are designed for both aspiring and professional musicians. This volume featuring the music of contemporary pop icon Jason Mraz includes 39 songs: Bella Luna * Curbside Prophet * I Won't Give Up * I'm Yours * Lucky * Make It Mine * Only Human * The Remedy (I Won't Worry) * Sunshine Song * and more.

With poetry I began the game Fifty years of life I have earned the name Now that you have come to know it Call me Joann, or call me “The Poet”