Doug Jordan

When the world amazes and words fail the rest of us, true poets step up to capture such moments forever, and then hold them up for the consideration, edification, and enjoyment of others ... like precious gems best viewed from multiple angles. The poems (and photography) in this collection do just that, with the poignant and thought-provoking work of Doug Jordan and Sidney Shapira inviting readers to stop awhile and ponder what truly might lie Beyond the Gate.Supported once again by the artful photography of Sidney Shapira, this collection is a follow-up to The Gate and Other Poems on a Life's Journey (FriesenPress 2021), a poetry collection that truly captured the hearts and minds of its readers. Examining similar themes as its predecessor, with provocative, inspiring, and occasionally amusing poetry, Sidney has added his own poetic voice to the collection this time, elevating and expanding its appeal and ensuring that this next journey to the gate and beyond is well worth taking.

When the world amazes and words fail the rest of us, true poets step up to capture such moments forever, and then hold them up for the consideration, edification, and enjoyment of others ... like precious gems best viewed from multiple angles. The poems (and photography) in this collection do just that, with the poignant and thought-provoking work of Doug Jordan and Sidney Shapira inviting readers to stop awhile and ponder what truly might lie Beyond the Gate.Supported once again by the artful photography of Sidney Shapira, this collection is a follow-up to The Gate and Other Poems on a Life's Journey (FriesenPress 2021), a poetry collection that truly captured the hearts and minds of its readers. Examining similar themes as its predecessor, with provocative, inspiring, and occasionally amusing poetry, Sidney has added his own poetic voice to the collection this time, elevating and expanding its appeal and ensuring that this next journey to the gate and beyond is well worth taking.

If you grew up in the 1960s, or wondered what it might have been like, Alex' Choice will take you there. This is about emerging into adulthood in small town Ontario in the period of 1963-1973, more particularly, Kingston, Peterborough, and the tiny village of Stella. Follow Alex through high school, then Queen's, as he struggles with change and disappointment, scholastics and athletics, and girls, until, finally, he must make a choice.

An autobiography of my life, its events, lessons, advice and irony

Each and every life is filled with poetry, even when its verses are never articulated. The perfect smile aimed at you with love, the feeling of inexplicable solitude in a crowded room, the perfect calm you sometimes feel before opening your eyes in the morning ... The Gate and Other Poems on a Life's Journey takes these emotions-these moments in time-and captures them forever in black and white, where they can be shared with others who have never found the words. Accompanied by artistic photography, this poetry collection will take you on the journey of the author's life, from his early years through his professional life, his courtship, marriage, loss, and an uncertain a future, living with Parkinson's Disease. Vulnerable, humorous at times, and thought-provoking throughout, The Gate and Other Poems on a Life's Journey is a trip very much worth taking.

Each and every life is filled with poetry, even when its verses are never articulated. The perfect smile aimed at you with love, the feeling of inexplicable solitude in a crowded room, the perfect calm you sometimes feel before opening your eyes in the morning ... The Gate and Other Poems on a Life's Journey takes these emotions-these moments in time-and captures them forever in black and white, where they can be shared with others who have never found the words. Accompanied by artistic photography, this poetry collection will take you on the journey of the author's life, from his early years through his professional life, his courtship, marriage, loss, and an uncertain a future, living with Parkinson's Disease. Vulnerable, humorous at times, and thought-provoking throughout, The Gate and Other Poems on a Life's Journey is a trip very much worth taking.

Travels With Myself is my journey of transition and discovery following the death of my life-long wife and partner to cancer, and then recovering from a broken heart when my next love decided it would be better for her if she were not part of my life. Follow me to The Philippines where, hair on fire, I was determined to live my life differently, find lasting love, and a new identity - author. I learned a lot about grief and love and mental health, and this book includes many references to what others have said about life's biggest challenge: life after loss.

Amitie came from Corsica to Canada to escape poverty and start a new life, and eventually entered the lives of Karla and David. Strong bonds were formed amongst all three until life's challenges changed everything. This is a story about love, and loss and grief. And about choices, though the reasons for those choices may not be so clear, not even to themselves.

Sequel to The Maxim Chronicles, A Year with a Champion Poodle, this book continues the story of the Jordan family and their beloved dogs who gave so much richness to their lives. Follow Hallelujah, the beautiful white bitch, as she herself goes to 'The Show', wins armfuls of ribbons and prizes, then retires to making puppies. The journey repeats as Halle's best black bitch, Valmara's Highland Fling Bonnie Doon, also wins Best Puppy in Show, and thrills her family all over again. You'll learn more than you ever wanted to know about Poodles, grooming, breeding, obedience training, encounters with vermin, and vets. But this is not just a book about dogs. It is also about people, families, and relationships, laced with irony and humour. Interspersed in all this dog lore the author explores ideas in philosophy, religion, consciousness and life. Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows already the truth of Will Rogers declaration: 'If there are no dogs in heaven, I don't want to go there.'

A story about a year in the life of a dog and his various families. Maxim was a Standard Poodle who lived for a time in Israel only to return to Ottawa as a 'teenager' and learn to accept a whole new family. A memoir full of humour and information as Max and his family enter the world of conformation shows, and finally becoming a champion, in more ways than one. Clearly narrative therapy, it may also prove therapeutic to the reader as well.

Management is the art of influencing others to achieve organization goals, and in the bargain, achieve the manager's, and the employee's, personal goals. As the book makes clear, management is not for everybody, but if a career in management looks like the path you want to take to achieve life satisfaction then this book may help you understand what management - and leadership - really is, and what it takes to master the dynamics of influencing others.