What's a girl to do when she's going broke?Sarai Emery lost her job as a radio disc jockey when a heated breakup with her wealthy drug dealer boyfriend was accidentally broadcast live. With the sudden loss of income, she goes from living it up to giving it up for cash when she meets a stranger who promises her a steady income working for a high-society escort service. With thoughts of dodging the repo-man, past due bills, an impending eviction, and a bill from the nursing home that cares for her Alzheimer's-afflicted father fresh on her mind, Sarai feels she has no choice but to plunge into a world where the line that separates sex and money is blurred beyond recognition. When she meets the man of her dreams, will she come clean about how she's been paying her bills, or will her low-down, dirty secrets rise to the top on their own?
What's a girl to do when she's going broke?Sarai Emery lost her job as a radio disc jockey when a heated breakup with her wealthy drug dealer boyfriend was accidentally broadcast live. With the sudden loss of income, she goes from living it up to giving it up for cash when she meets a stranger who promises her a steady income working for a high-society escort service. With thoughts of dodging the repo-man, past due bills, an impending eviction, and a bill from the nursing home that cares for her Alzheimer's-afflicted father fresh on her mind, Sarai feels she has no choice but to plunge into a world where the line that separates sex and money is blurred beyond recognition. When she meets the man of her dreams, will she come clean about how she's been paying her bills, or will her low-down, dirty secrets rise to the top on their own?
On the evening of June 20, 1957, a tornado ripped through Fargo, North Dakota. It caused the deaths of seven children and five adults and left 116 injured. The tornado destroyed 359 buildings and damaged 2,543 more. The nine-mile path of destruction covered over 66 blocks in town, leaving more than 2,000 people homeless and causing approximately $20 million worth of damage. Following the tornado, first responders quickly united to aid those in need, setting up disaster headquarters, finding shelter for over 600 people, and distributing more than 100 tons of clothing and bedding. Dr. Tetsuya Fujita, a meteorologist, studied the Fargo tornado when creating the Fujita scale (F-scale) and later rated it an F5, the most destructive rating. Images of America: 1957 Fargo Tornado, shines a light on the tornado's destruction and the rebuilding of a united and vibrant community.
Most people live with "rose-colored glasses" until life knocks them on their butts--never truly understanding what some individuals across the world experience on a daily basis, until it happens to them. Author, Trista Brazan, can say this with confidence as she was one of those people. In 2014, Trista gave birth to a beautiful baby girl born with only half a heart and a genetic disorder, a devastating combination that left her daughter Claire with grim odds of survival. Although Claire is extremely medically complex, globally developmentally delayed, and severely autistic, she has survived and lives, for now, a happy, contented life most do not understand.The Claire Chronicles is not a story of miraculous healing or an encounter in heaven. It is a unique and sad but hopeful and positive collection of stories from Claire's first years of life written mostly from her mother's point of view but includes input from her older sister and father as well as a pictorial timeline of Claire's journey.Her mother's down-to-earth and humorous narrative incorporates music and scripture to explain that without suffering one cannot find strength. It also explains how a deeper relationship with God was forged during a dark time when she was told daily her child would die, a time when most expected her to give up, but she was called to life for Claire.The Claire Chronicles is a Christian memoir of how strength can be found from literal heartbreak.
Most people live with "rose-colored glasses" until life knocks them on their butts--never truly understanding what some individuals across the world experience on a daily basis, until it happens to them. Author, Trista Brazan, can say this with confidence as she was one of those people. In 2014, Trista gave birth to a beautiful baby girl born with only half a heart and a genetic disorder, a devastating combination that left her daughter Claire with grim odds of survival. Although Claire is extremely medically complex, globally developmentally delayed, and severely autistic, she has survived and lives, for now, a happy, contented life most do not understand.The Claire Chronicles is not a story of miraculous healing or an encounter in heaven. It is a unique and sad but hopeful and positive collection of stories from Claire's first years of life written mostly from her mother's point of view but includes input from her older sister and father as well as a pictorial timeline of Claire's journey.Her mother's down-to-earth and humorous narrative incorporates music and scripture to explain that without suffering one cannot find strength. It also explains how a deeper relationship with God was forged during a dark time when she was told daily her child would die, a time when most expected her to give up, but she was called to life for Claire.The Claire Chronicles is a Christian memoir of how strength can be found from literal heartbreak.
Come Wild is the first short story collection from erotica author Trista Jaco. This collection features thirteen sultry tales to get your blood going. Containing eleven M/F stories and two stories with multiple partners, the collection portrays various scenarios, from interracial and womens erotica, to menage and couple's erotica. Come Wild's racy tales will bring out the wild side in everyone Any Will DoBella has always had a crush on her brother's best friend, but he was never interested. Now, she has finally had the nerve to proposition him, and he seems to want to say yes, but rejects her. Hurt and angry, Bella will make sure that Clan regrets turning her down. Gone WildGina knew she had the hots for Clark as soon as he walked into her shop. Luckily for her, Clark is coerced by her best friend to at least take Gina on a date. Clark quickly realized that first impressions are not always correct. Slick NickNo doubt about it. Nick is slick. But when he invites two good friend on dates, one after the other and no more than one day apart, he's just asking for trouble. The two women arrange to confront him, and discover that Nick had an ulterior motive all along. Red Hot RevengeNessa had always been interested in Todd, but he always seemed so distant. After dancing with Nessa for a little, he can't hide the longing he has had for her for ages. Will she forgive him? Home ImprovementsSince having a bad case of the flu, Fiona had not been feeling the best. She is surprised by the early arrival of Riley, the handy man. Who would have thought that Riley would fix more than her house? Wrong But So RightAfter hearing that his ex-girlfriend has returned to her family home heartbroken, Chase decided to visit and make sure she is okay. He soon realized that she liked to play games and that she knew he would find it hard to resist. Hot Stuff BabyCasey has always dreamed about opening a bookstore. She engages the services of Hank and Will to help launch her new business. Being both charming and flirtatious, Casey can't help but start to fall for both of them. The guys are feeling pretty much the same. Call My NameKeira and Beth are out one Friday night, playing their usual game of choosing which guy they would be most likely to fuck. They spot a couple of likely candidates over at the bar, but Keira is plagued with doubts. Finally Beth dares her to throw caution to the wind. More Than EnoughEllen hadn't heard from Josh for a while. Suddenly out of the blue Josh contacts her and invites her over for dinner. Sleeping In His BedThe last thing Drake Cole had expected to see when he got home that night was a sexy, naked woman sleeping in his bed. To My RescueGina chose the worst night in the world to break off from her faithless boyfriend, Hank. Now she was stuck outside the bar and had to get home before Hank showed up to cause trouble. Then comes a perfect stranger who offers to whisk her away and out of Hank's clutches. Do My WillBrianna was rich and young and had a body to die for. But why was Ramond, the sexy handyman, not interested? When Brianna discovers Ramond's secret, she has the power to convince Ramond who is boss. The Accidental Hook UpWhen Chelsea starts work at a new job, she quickly finds that she is the "new meat". Chelsea desperately tries to deflect Liam's more-than-friendly advances. In a bid to avoid the invitation to attend the work function as Liam's date, Chelsea has to think of a way out.
Praying is a a wonderful and positive experience that opens many doors for little ones as well as adults. It can provide comfort, guidance, strength and an outlet for praise. When a child first learns to pray, it may be a little confusing. Praying can be anytime, anywhere, and about anything. God wants to know the good, the bad, when we're happy, and sad. "When I Pray" is a great guide for a child learning to pray.
You will meet people in your lifetime who demand to have poems written about them. It’s not something they say. It’s something about their hands, the shape of their mouths, the way they look walking away from you."A collection that will beg you to be dogeared, coffee-stained, & shared.”—Amanda Lovelace, author of the princess saves herself in this oneHoneybee is an honest take on walking away and still feeling like you were walked away from. It’s about cutting love loose like a kite string and praying the wind has the decency to carry it away from you. It’s an ode to the back and forth, the process of letting something go but not knowing where to put it down. Honeybee is putting it down. It’s small town girls and plane tickets, a taste of tenderness and honey, the bandage on the bee sting. It’s a reminder that you are not defined by the people you walk away from or the people who walk away from you."A spine tingling, heart wrenching, goosebumps-across-your-skin experience."—Nikita Gill, author of Fierce FairytalesPerfect for fans of Caroline Kaufman, Atticus, Clementine von Radics, Nina LaCour, Adam Silvera, and Becky Albertalli; or anyone interested in bisexuality, heartbreak, running away from your problems, and coming out.Look for Trista Mateer's other book of poetry, Aphrodite Made Me Do It and her contribution to [Dis]Connected Volume 1: Poems & Stories of Connection and Otherwise.
Voted one of the best poetry collections of 2019 by readers on Goodreads! Bestselling and Goodreads Choice Award winning poet Trista Mateer takes a magical approach to self-care with her new collection, Aphrodite Made Me Do It. In this empowering and feminist retelling, Mateer transforms the mythology of the goddess into 224 pages of modern poetry and full-color artwork. Broken into sections alternating between the perspective of The Poet and Aphrodite herself, the work within tackles the timeless topic of love--romantic, platonic, and self-love. The collection addresses issues like heartbreak, sexuality, womanhood, trauma, and the restorative power in taking control of your own lore, speaking your truths, and rewriting your origin story. If you let her, by the end of this book, Aphrodite will make you believe in the possibility of your own healing."If you were only made to be beautiful, we wouldn't have put you down here in the dirt."Perfect for fans of Amanda Lovelace, Nikita Gill, Rupi Kaur, Elizabeth Acevedo, Rick Riordan, and Madeline Miller; or anyone interested in Greek myths, tarot, and Instagram poetry. This is the first book in the Myth & Magick series, which also includes Artemis Made Me Do It and Persephone Made Me Do It.
Bestselling and award-winning author Trista Mateer returns with another magical approach to self-care in her newest goddess-themed poetry collection, Artemis Made Me Do It. Using the framework of tarot and conversation, Mateer approaches myth through a witchcraft-inspired lens and uses it to explore timeless issues like burnout, survival, trauma, and the restorative power in taking control of your own lore. Artemis speaks to what is wild and untamed in all of us, and in this new collection, she asks for a moment of calm. This is the second book in the Myth & Magick series, which also includes Aphrodite Made Me Do It and Persephone Made Me Do It.
Bestselling and Goodreads Choice Award-winning author Trista Mateer returns with another mythical approach to self-care in her newest poetry collection, Persephone Made Me Do It. Following her previous work in this series, Mateer weaves together mythology, tarot, poetry, and conversation to reveal a new side of a very old story. Alternating between the perspectives of poet and goddess, Persephone’s lore is explored, related to modern issues, and ultimately reclaimed.“You want to talk about duality? You want to talk about love? Let us speak instead of chaos.” In this new collection of art and feminist verse from Trista Mateer, Persephone might have flowers in her hair—but she is out for blood. This is the third book in the Myth & Magick series, which also includes Aphrodite Made Me Do It and Artemis Made Me Do It.
Sweet reassurance and validation for anyone feeling adrift—this collection of verse, illustrations, and photography is a poetic refuge far away from loneliness.A delicate blend of melancholy reflections and absurd hopefulness, Small Ghost explores the exhausting reality of struggling with mental health. Mateer’s conversational style, infused with vulnerability and thoughtfulness, transforms mundane experiences into wistful musings. Panic attacks at the grocery store and days spent wasting away in bed are met with humor and care. Lauren Zaknoun’s evocative photography and the poet’s own illustrations add a whimsical, irreverent touch to the collection. With Small Ghost, Trista Mateer holds out a hand and offers solace to those who may feel otherwise isolated in their peculiarities.
Goodreads Choice Award winning poet Trista Mateer "expertly exposes the intensity of first love" in this confessional collection of poetry.You will meet people in your lifetime who demand to have poems written about them. It's not something they say. It's something about their hands, the shape of their mouths, the way they look walking away from you.Honeybee is an honest take on walking away and still feeling like you were walked away from. It's about cutting love loose like a kite string and praying the wind has the decency to carry it away from you. It's an ode to the back and forth, the process of letting something go but not knowing where to put it down. Honeybee is putting it down. It's small town girls and plane tickets, a taste of tenderness and honey, the bandage on the bee sting. It's a reminder that you are not defined by the people you walk away from or the people who walk away from you. Consider Honeybee a memoir in verse, or at the very least, a story written by one of today's most confessional poets.Perfect for fans of Caroline Kaufman, Atticus, Clementine von Radics, Nina LaCour, Adam Silvera, and Becky Albertalli; or anyone interested in bisexuality, heartbreak, running away from your problems, and coming out.
Celebrazione del divino femminile. "Dio potrebbe essere nei dettagli, ma la Dea sta nelle domande. Dal momento in cui iniziamo a porle, non si pu tornare indietro." -Gloria Steinem "Se non vogliamo dire che Dio maschio quando utilizziamo i pronomi maschili e l'immaginario, poi perch dovrebbero esserci obiezioni nell'utilizzare l'immaginario femminile ed anche i pronomi?" -Carol P. Christ
Become well versed with all of ShardingSphere's features for every data management need with this comprehensive guide put together by ShardingSphere's founder and core contributorsKey FeaturesUnderstand the core concepts and efficiently set up Apache ShardingSphereEnhance existing databases with sharding, elastic scaling, encryption, governance features, and moreImport and customize the ecosystem's core features for various application scenariosBook DescriptionApache ShardingSphere is a new open source ecosystem for distributed data infrastructures based on pluggability and cloud-native principles that helps enhance your database.This book begins with a quick overview of the main challenges faced by database management systems (DBMSs) in production environments, followed by a brief introduction to the software's kernel concept. After that, using real-world examples of distributed database solutions, elastic scaling, DistSQL, synthetic monitoring, database gateways, and SQL authority and user authentication, you'll fully understand ShardingSphere's architectural components, how they're configured and can be plugged into your existing infrastructure, and how to manage your data and applications. You'll also explore ShardingSphere-JDBC and ShardingSphere-Proxy, the ecosystem's clients, and how they can work either concurrently or independently to address your needs. You'll then learn how to customize the plugin platform to define personalized user strategies and manage multiple configurations seamlessly. Finally, the book enables you to get up and running with functional and performance tests for all scenarios.By the end of this book, you'll be able to build and deploy a customized version of ShardingSphere, addressing the key pain points encountered in your data management infrastructure.What you will learnAssemble a custom solution using the software's pluggable architectureDiscover how to use Database Plus features effectivelyUnderstand the difference between ShardingSphere-JDBC and ShardingSphere-ProxyGet to grips with ShardingSphere's pluggability mechanismExplore mainstream test models for databases and distributed databasesPerform migrations from an on-premise database to a cloud-based databaseReconfigure your data infrastructure and eliminate switching costsWho this book is forThis book is for database administrators working with distributed database solutions who are looking to explore the capabilities of Apache ShardingSphere. DBAs looking for more capable, flexible, and cost-effective alternatives to the solutions they're currently utilizing will also find this book helpful. To get started with this book, a basic understanding of, or even an interest in, databases, relational databases, SQL languages, cloud computing, and data management in general is needed.
Just as no two snowflakes are identical, God made us all uniquely beautiful for His own purpose. How you see yourself is not always how God sees you. Tootsie is a bunny who is different from all the rest. She couldn't always do everything the other bunnies did, but that didn't stop her from serving the purpose God created her for. He had a plan for Tootsie's life, just as He has a plan for yours. Tootsie teaches us to embrace the way God made us - perfect in His eyes.-Psalm 139:13-14
