Susan Brown

An appreciation of life through a reflective collection of poems

'If only I could have five minutes of rest ' Hey, beautiful mother, do you ever find yourself saying this? Mum-life can be hectic and demanding. You know God promises rest, but it seems hard to find when you're flat-out looking after your family. What if I told you it is possible to know a rest that goes deeper than your circumstances and can remain even through the busiest of days? A rest that permeates everything you do and holds you steady-no matter what happens?Do you want to know that rest? Join me on a one-month journey with God. Within these pages are 30 short devotions rich in biblical truth. Read and discover the depth and breadth of the rest God has for you-in your soul and spirit, mind and body. Are you ready to break free of stress and striving and begin a lifestyle of rest? Come join me-you won't regret it.

Most of us have heard about hippos, but do you really know everything there is to know about this amazing animal? Its fascinating facts are sure to make your jaw drop. Hippos spend most of their lives in the water, but the fact is that they also feed on land plants. These animals also swim faster than humans and run at a much faster pace. This book will cover some interesting facts about hippos and their habits. So, what exactly are these fascinating creatures? First and foremost, hippos are dangerous and unpredictable animals. They are often mistaken for gentle giants, but in reality, they can be aggressive and dangerous. Despite their large size, they do not hesitate to attack and can even kill a large crocodile in one bite. A hippo's yawning or laughing is a warning sign, but it's still best to stay away from hippos when they're not threatened. Hippos spend most of their time submerged, but they do surface periodically to breathe. They can survive for 45 to 50 years in the wild, but a zoo has one of the oldest living hippos on record. She lived in Indiana and Germany, and she is thought to be 61 years old Hippos are 11 to 17 feet long and about five feet high at the shoulder. Despite their territorial tendencies, hippos are very playful.

Thanks for following Joy on her money adventures This time Joy is saving up to buy a fabulous "tomato" hat She is doing something very special with her friends and only has a short time to save up enough money to buy the hat She runs into a problem, when she goes to the mall and spends some of her money on candy Luckily, Joy has help from Tony the Toonie to help her figure out what to do

The brightly colored, playful prints of Lilly Pulitzer's clothing were a staple of American fashion in the 1960s, '70s, and '80s--worn by members of society from Palm Beach to Nantucket, actresses, models, and stylish housewives. One could always spot a Lilly with its undeniable characteristics: clean, comfortable lines; bright and vivid colors; and the fantastical design of its fabrics. Whether at the beach or a cocktail party, these simple shifts for women and girls and jackets and trousers for the gents were a preppy rite of passage. The majority of Pulitzer's fabric designs from 1962 through 1985 were based on artwork by Key West-based artist Suzie Zuzek. These designs--monkeys sipping martinis, dancing flowers, colorful seashells, op-art geometrics--were all the rage and attracted the eye of such ladies as Jackie Kennedy, Happy Rockefeller, and Dina Merrill. This book--which is a treasure trove of the iconic prints and contextualizes the purely American label--is a must-have for the libraries of those who love fashion and social history.

Possessing powerful communication skills is the single most effective lifehack you can use to skyrocket yourself to massive success in every area of your life. Without proper communication skills, you're going to be ineffective in your personal and business life. If you're tired of not knowing how to form (and keep) connections with new acquaintances, how to defuse tense situations or if want to learn how to get people to buy into your idea and thoughts...then this book is for you "...finally a guide packed with real-world effective advice for the modern person in 2022."Stephen Greene, Author In Effective Modern Communication Skills, renowned authors Stephen Edwards & Susan Brown provide a unique yet easy-to-follow guide to help you navigate the waters of interpersonal communications with confidence, assertiveness and control. Here's what you're going to learn in Effective Modern Communication Skills: * How to make new friends and deep connections with people you just met* How to get rid of communication anxiety* Resolving conflicts effectively and learning to deal with uncomfortable conversations* How to take control of what kind of "message" you're sending out* A crash guide to using and reading body language effectively that will help you form lightning fast connections with other people* How to figure out your communication style and that of others to help you start relationships on the right foot* How to be more assertive and get what you want out of your relationships* The right way to give and receive feedback* How to improve your listening skills and make people feel understood...and much more "A fantastic and highly recommended asset for anyone wanting to know how to communicate in this often confusing modern world"Lisa Fitzsimmons, The Express "...which is why I have no hesitation to recommend this book in both work and personal situations."Chris Peters, The Irish Times The 2022 updated version is available now on Kindle, Paperback, Hardcover and Audible.

Meet Joy She is nine years old and lives in Calgary, Alberta with her Mom and Dad and her cat named Mittens She is a smart and curious girl who loves getting new toys Do you like getting new toys too? Joy sometimes gets into trouble when she asks her parents to buy more toys for her though. She is lucky because she has a special friend to help her figure out what to do Join Joy on her adventures as she sees how fun it can be to learn about money

Meet Joy She is nine years old and lives in Calgary, Alberta with her Mom and Dad and her cat named Mittens She is a smart and curious girl who loves getting new toys Do you like getting new toys too? Joy sometimes gets into trouble when she asks her parents to buy more toys for her though. She is lucky because she has a special friend to help her figure out what to do Join Joy on her adventures as she sees how fun it can be to learn about money

This wonderful Holiday Sampler of heartwarming stories and poems offers delights from the authors of the Writers Cooperative of the Pacific Northwest. The collection transports you from toe tapping, belly chuckling, and heart rending to wheels turning thoughtfulness. Holiday Sampler blankets you with reads to cozy up with in front of a fire and get you in the holiday spirit.The Writers Cooperative of the Pacific Northwest gathers together authors from Everett, Washington and the surrounding areas to exchange their expertise on the writing game. We eagerly share with other writers as our belief in what helps one, helps us all.Toni Kief brings you An-cake-estry, Welcoming With Gratitude and Deep Into Winter: stories of family, history and thoughts on aging gracefully. Susan Brown's stories The End of the Alphabet, Christmas Lights, Peace on Earth, Boxing Day, and We Need a Little Christmas, giving us glimpses of Christmas from a personal perspective and through the eyes of others.R. Todd Fredrickson reminisces about a childhood Christmas with unfamiliar grandparents in Holiday Pearl.Stephanie Larkin shows us what the holidays can be like after experiencing a loss in The Gift.Roland Trenary gives us an imaginative winter world in A New Winter Song and Old, Old Coat.Linda Jordan tickles the funny bone and brings heart to her stories with The Christmas Mug, The Best Little Christmas Ever, Marta and the Christmas Cat and We Wish You a Merry Christmas.Celena Davis-Dunivent writes Twenty Cookies and a Plane Ticket, Winter's Day and Fall, where the delights of warm food and drink await.Sonya Rhen takes us out of this world and shows a different kind of holiday with Gift of the Stars and A Pacific Northwest Winter.http: //writers-coop.com/

"Those twins stirred up a feeling of something scary, something evil. Something...dragonish. The word sprang unbidden to Margo's mind. And she, Margo St. George, had been born into a long line of heroes fated to protect their people from the ancient evil."When their mother disappears, twins Addie and Jacob Medway are carried off to the Nova Scotia town of Port St. George by their distraught father. But there's something weird about this town, something that is changing them. Addie experiences surges of uncontrollable rage and frightening blackouts; Jacob battles physical handicaps while struggling to keep their lives normal. And local mean girl, Margo, is haunted by her supposed family heritage as a dragon slayer. Caught between ferocious ocean storms and terrifying hunts for mythical dragons, all three teens must struggle to overcome fate and choose their own destinies in a world that seems to have no place for them.

Whether your vegan, vegetarian, or omnivore, what you eat affects your well-being. And the science shows that a diet rich in whole, ketogneic vegetarian foods can help your body thrive. In fact, a growing number of physicians advocate a completely ketogneic vegetarian diet for many of their patients who suffer from diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Getting your nutrition from plant-based foods is one of the best things you can do for yourself-and it's easier than you might think The Easy 5-Ingredient Ketogneic Vegetarian Cookbook Includes: - What is ketogenic diet- Vegetarian diet basic- The ketogenic vegetarian diet- Tips- FQA- Delicious Ketogenic Vegetarian Recipes- And Much MoreDon't wait another second to get this life-changing book. Get fit, happy, and stress-free by ordering your copy of Meal Prep right away It only takes a few seconds - Scroll up and click the BUY NOW WITH ONE CLICK button on the right-hand side of your screen.

Cooper Hewitt possesses one of the most diverse and comprehensive collections of design works in existence and is the only museum in the United States devoted exclusively to historic and contemporary design. Reopening in late 2014, the museum has undergone a transformative renovation. Its landmark home in the Andrew Carnegie Mansion offers an entirely new and interactive visitor experience resulting in 60 percent more gallery space. To mark the occasion, Cooper Hewitt is publishing an expansive book on its unparalleled collection, which consists of more than 210,000 objects from all over the world, spanning 30 centuries. Designed by Irma Boom, and a wonderful design object in itself at over 900 pages, the book expresses the museum's primary goal--to inspire people to see how design impacts their lives. Available in three different colors and printing with glow in the dark ink, the book embodies design process. This user-centered approach is reinforced throughout the pages with 54 narratives and an extensive process glossary that discusses individual objects through a design lens. Featuring more than 1,100 collection objects selected by the curatorial staff, Smithsonian Design Library, and renowned designer Irma Boom, Making Design is organized entirely by Boom's visual sequencing of images; her design and the curators' essays weave parallel narratives throughout the book. This wildly playful and unexpected jaunt through the collection ends with Boom's exploration of her process, "Making Making Design," which embraces the essence design and the new experiences in Cooper Hewitt's galleries.

Skyler Sue was the baby every parent, grandparent, brother and sister ever hoped for- total love and pure joy. We loved her at first sight and Tiny Body, Huge Love: The Story of Skyler Sue tells her story from the eyes of a sibling with help from their mother. It is a story that introduces young children to the sibling who came before them and did not survive. It is also a story that introduces young children to the presence of angels in our everyday lives. In its purest form, Skyler Sue's story is a celebration of her life and a love story that will comfort any family who has ever known the pain of losing an infant.

In the last few years, researchers around the world have increasingly reported the importance of acid-alkaline balance. The Acid-Alkaline Food Guide was designed as an easy-to-follow guide to the most common foods that influence your body's pH level. Now in its Second Edition, this bestseller has been expanded to include many more domestic and international foods. Updated information also explores (and refutes) the myths about pH balance and diet, and guides the reader to supplements that can help the body achieve a healthy pH level. The Acid-Alkaline Food Guide begins by explaining how the acid-alkaline environment of the body is influenced by foods. It then presents a list of thousands of foods and their acid-alkaline effects. Included are not only single foods, such as fruits and vegetables, but also popular combination and even common fast foods. In each case, you'll not only discover whether a food is acidifying or alkalizing, but also learn the degree to which that food affects the body. Informative insets guide you in choosing the food that's right for you. The first book of its kind--now updated and expanded--The Acid-Alkaline Food Guidewill quickly become the resource you turn to at home, in restaurants, and whenever you want to select a food that can help you reach your health and dietary goals.

People have been enjoying riddles since before history was recorded. The ancient Greeks and Romans tested their wits with these mind-boggling questions. Now you can challenge your mind each day with time-honored enigmas in 365 Days of Riddles. You'll find this book is setup in an easy-to-use layout. A riddle is written on one page and the answer is on the next. There is no need to flip to the back of the book to see if your guess was right.Enjoy this delightful collection of 365 poetic, rhyming riddles every day to boost the power of your brain.