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So Much More than My Ostomy by Ellyn Mantell (SOFT COVER)
$12.95
For those who have recently undergone ostomy procedures, the transition can present new obstacles. From what to expect, to ostomy- and self-care, dressing your new body, intimacy, and new beauty routines, navigating life post ostomy may feel overwhelming and can even challenge your self-esteem.
In So Much More than My Ostomy, Ellyn Mantell––“ostomate,” advocate, and renowned motivational speaker in the ostomy community––provides advice, tips, and encouragement for caring for and embracing your perfectly imperfect body post ostomy. Ellyn, along with several other ostomates, also shares stories from her own journey that led to her ileostomy in March, 2014. The book also contains interviews with several “thrivers” who have survived and thrived through the many health and emotional challenges presented to them.
Spoken with words of kindness, compassion, and support, So Much More than My Ostomy provides encouragement and hope for ostomates and their loved ones, whether new or experienced in the world of ostomy.
This Was Not on My Bucket List! (Soft Cover) by Linda MacConnachie
$12.95
Social media...helicopter parents...smart phones...oh my!
With the emergence of the internet, increasingly complicated gizmos and gadgets, and today’s modern “parent or friend” attitude, becoming a Nana or PopPop isn’t what it used to be. And since when was diaper duty on anybody’s bucket list? Grandmother of ten and child care expert Linda MacConnachie breaks it all down in this witty and insightful guide to grandparenting in the twenty-first century.
"I'm allergic to broccoli!" "You are not the boss of me!"
Dear Parents…Lessons From Your Child's Teacher by Christina Singh, Ed.D
$14.95
Today’s teachers are tasked with maintaining rigorous class, office, and grading schedules, seeing to their students’ needs, and maintaining communication with parents who are just as stressed as they are. It’s no wonder parents and teachers run into miscommunications.
As a parent and teacher herself, Christina Singh dives deep into many of the issues parents and teachers face during the school year, such as disagreements on how to handle children who misbehave or fall behind. This insightful and informative guide for parents and teachers outlines communication strategies, parenting and teaching tips, and personal experiences in order to help parents and teachers communicate more effectively.
Nursing Home 101: A Daughter's Perspective
$16.95
Ruthie Rosauer and her sister were abruptly thrust into the world of nursing homes when a hospital social worker gave them less than twenty-four hours to find placement for their elderly mother. Thus began their daunting journey of finding a facility, and navigating end-of-life-related paperwork, dental care, staff, hospice, and every other detail individuals must face when seeking long-term care for their loved-ones.
In this book, Ruthie shares information from her personal journal, as well as interviews with others who have lived through similar situations. Their stories shed light on the realities of living in a nursing home, or caring for somebody who does.
A must-read for anyone navigating the world of long-term care, either now or in the near future.
10 Things You Need to Know About Land (soft cover) by Cheryl L. Sain
$17.95
From finding land with the GIS (geographic information system), to “hot mess” properties, Cheryl Sain provides insider tips for agents, investors, and anyone looking to learn more about lots and vacant land, as well as where to find that information.
Consider this your go-to reference for lots and land transactions.
Minivan Mogul (hard cover) by Alex Perry
$23.95
OK, so you’ve got some confidence issues. Of course you do! Who doesn’t these days? In a world where women are constantly bombarded by unrealistic beauty standards, “Sunday best” glimpses into the lives of others via social media, and TEDx talks on how to give perfect TEDx talks, where does an Average Jane fit in?
Meet Alex Perry: successful entrepreneur; speech language pathologist; TEDx speaker; and one proud, minivan-driving mom from the Midwest. Having started her business from the ground up and navigated around road blocks, potholes, and traffic jams, she understands what it’s like to struggle with confidence, especially when it feels like the road ahead is always bumpy. Through her honest and delightfully-awkward personal anecdotes, Alex encourages women to apply the brakes when confronted with confidence dead ends—pointless comparisons, insincerity, and stubborn independence, oh my!—and instead steer toward authenticity, support, and determination. Her witty, insightful, and caring guide will empower you to cruise through life’s twists and turns with more joy, more peace, and the kind of success that is only found through true confidence.
Now grab yourself a cold drink, climb in, and hold on tight*; it’s time for your
crash course.
Minivan Mogul (Soft Cover) by Alex Perry
$15.95
OK, so you’ve got some confidence issues. Of course you do! Who doesn’t these days? In a world where women are constantly bombarded by unrealistic beauty standards, “Sunday best” glimpses into the lives of others via social media, and TEDx talks on how to give perfect TEDx talks, where does an Average Jane fit in?
Meet Alex Perry: successful entrepreneur; speech language pathologist; TEDx speaker; and one proud, minivan-driving mom from the Midwest. Having started her business from the ground up and navigated around road blocks, potholes, and traffic jams, she understands what it’s like to struggle with confidence, especially when it feels like the road ahead is always bumpy. Through her honest and delightfully-awkward personal anecdotes, Alex encourages women to apply the brakes when confronted with confidence dead ends—pointless comparisons, insincerity, and stubborn independence, oh my!—and instead steer toward authenticity, support, and determination. Her witty, insightful, and caring guide will empower you to cruise through life’s twists and turns with more joy, more peace, and the kind of success that is only found through true confidence.
Now grab yourself a cold drink, climb in, and hold on tight*; it’s time for your
crash course.
Mid-Reach (Hard Cover with jacket) by Betsy Mack
$23.95
Are you mid-reach? Not at the beginning of your career, but far from the end? Written by first-time author and highly-successful young professional Betsy Mack, Mid-Reach is a business memoir that feels more like a high-level conversation with a good friend over a glass of wine. Written for anybody in the messy middle of their career, this is a book that hopes to inspire, empower, and celebrate failing while in the midst of success.
Mid-Reach highlights the importance of fostering relationships, owning your mistakes, and celebrating your successes (even the small ones). Mack offers strategic suggestions and concrete advice that is easily translatable for any situation, while keeping it relatable, witty, smart, fun, and 100% real. Grab a copy, a bottle of wine, (plus maybe a good friend or two), and be prepared to laugh, nod along, and reach … just a little bit further.
Mid-Reach (Soft Cover) by Betsy Mack
$12.95
Are you mid-reach? Not at the beginning of your career, but far from the end? Written by first-time author and highly-successful young professional Betsy Mack, Mid-Reach is a business memoir that feels more like a high-level conversation with a good friend over a glass of wine. Written for anybody in the messy middle of their career, this is a book that hopes to inspire, empower, and celebrate failing while in the midst of success.
Mid-Reach highlights the importance of fostering relationships, owning your mistakes, and celebrating your successes (even the small ones). Mack offers strategic suggestions and concrete advice that is easily translatable for any situation, while keeping it relatable, witty, smart, fun, and 100% real. Grab a copy, a bottle of wine, (plus maybe a good friend or two), and be prepared to laugh, nod along, and reach … just a little bit further.
The New Golden Rule (Soft Cover) by Emily Golden, MCC
$12.95
"Treat yourself the way you want others to treat you."
Surely you're familiar with the Golden Rule: "Treat others the way you want to be treated." While this seems like a good mantra to live by, in reality, placing all your focus on others may be exactly what's holding you back. In The New Golden Rule, professional certified coach Emily Golden explains how to close the gap between where you are and where you want to be, simply by putting yourself first.
Emily's ontological approach allows individuals to clarify their goals, shift underlying beliefs and habits, take calculated risks, execute their brilliance, and make quantum leaps rather than incremental improvements. Her intuitive nature quickly identifies the roots of roadblocks, enabling you to shift limiting viewpoints into transformative action, and spinning wheels into profound and lasting change. With Emily's gentle guidance, you will learn how to embrace optimism, reduce your anxiety, exude empathy, and achieve your biggest goals.
With her honesty, commitment, and relentless drive, Emily builds future leaders who bring indispensable value, positive impact, and authentic connection to their professional and personal lives, resulting in a better tomorrow, today.
Abundant Blessings: To Dad, with Love (hard cover) by Debbie Violette
$19.95
"You are my pillar of strength, the shield that protects me when all else fails"
Nothing compares to a loving and devoted father. From the way he held your hands when you took your first steps, to a first ball game, to a first dance and beyond, dads are simply special. Complete with beautiful watercolor illustrations, this sincere and heartfelt book is a love poem to fathers everywhere and makes a perfect gift for dad, or a treasured keepsake to remember him by.