Twelve Days of Christmas
The sweet holiday romance, Twelve Days of Christmas by Debbie Macomber, is very much in line with the author’s pattern of writing darling stories that are sometimes turned into Hallmark movies….
Books
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Rancho Feliz: An American Charity
I was struck by the mission of Rancho Feliz when I read about it in Gil Gillenwater’s book Hope on the Border. Providing hands-on opportunities for American youth and adults who…
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Nice Guys Finish First: Winning Customers for Life by Winning Relationship that Last
Although the focus of this book is on building business and growing lifelong customers, I found the “system” applicable in navigating life. Author Doug Sandler is touted as ‘Mr. Nice…
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Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor
Mark Nolan’s world is turned upside down when his sister is killed, and he becomes the sole caregiver to his six-year-old niece, Holly. Worried about what lies ahead, Mark is…
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Bulletproof Spirit: The First Responder’s Essential Resource for Protecting and Healing Mind and Heart.
One of the biggest challenges for first responders is succumbing to the darker aspects of their work. The things they see, the surprising acts people are capable of, the tasks…
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The Christmas That Almost Wasn’t
A very clever children’s picture book, written by Laura Alary and illustrated by Ana Eguaras. It’s a story based on the author’s own experiences and the memories her children carry…
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The Addictive Organization: Why We Overwork, Cover Up, Pick up the Pieces, Please the Boss & Perpetuate Sick Organizations
The title of this book alone should grab the attention of anyone who’s ever worked outside the home. If that’s you, it’s worth reading this well-researched and insightful book by…
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Push Back: Live, Love, and Work with Others Without Losing Yourself
This is an excellent book for everyone. Period. While much of the language and case studies focus on those who identify as women, author Tonya Lester has written a book to…
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The Super Aging Workbook: How to Get Older Without Getting Old…In Just Minutes a Day
This book by David Cravit and Larry Wolf is a companion to their book SuperAging, but can also stand alone. I love how they simplify the application of their message and techniques…
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Two-List Thanksgiving
The reader follows along with a little girl helping her mother prepare Thanksgiving dinner for a blended family. When the American and Korean traditions mix, they’ve become the perfect tradition…
