Family and Relationships

Big Mama thought she had her hands full when she was raising her own wild and crazy children; but after suffering a second stroke, she realized her own children couldn’t hold a candle to her great grandchildren!

Kito, Armonni, Christopher, Michael, Braylon, Kei’Zjon, Dai’Zjon, and Tristen are adorable, daring and precocious! ...and Na’Lah? Well, she’s just Big Mama’s hope that the world will keep revolving.

Her great grandkids’ filters are off and their antics have begun! One thing for sure though, Big Mama loves to laugh, and boy do they make her laugh!!!!

The story begins in a world without television, internet, iPads, or supermarkets; where blackberries were only fruit and children had time for play. This is a story many immigrants could tell. They survived with the same resources: hard work, determination, a community of family and faith in God.

In PART ONE read to discover the similarities and differences in the wilderness times your ancestors and mine overcame to find the American dream.

In PART TWO read about struggles and hardships in the twenty first century. People have “wilderness times” in their lives today. Current survival stories can provide hope and strength for those of us in the twenty first century.

In PART THREE, the reader will discover the many ways in which people of Italian descent made a positive difference on society. Although several people are named, it is only a sample of Italians who made a positive impact on our world.

Everyone has a story. After seeing stories shared here, hopefully readers will be encouraged to share their stories with others.

Dialogue of a Foster/Adopted Child is a handbook for foster and adoptive parents to help them understand the trauma that the children may have experienced and how the trauma may affect the child’s development and behavior. The book basically speaks from the perspective of the foster or adopted child to the foster or adoptive parent and professionals who care for them.

This book was created by a woman, to help men to understand women. You ask me the questions, Diana will give you the answers from a woman’s point of view. My book will not only help you to understand women better, but also help you know our needs; emotional and physical. Your first question, “Why do women not want sex?” You will love the answer... I promise... A short book, but filled with important insights and fun to read.

In Family Treasures – A Guide to Writing Your Life Stories, Dr. Gibson’s second book, you are treated to a delightful memoir of the author’s life and loves. Her personal stories will help you recall details of your own life experiences. These stories are told in themes that stimulate your memory. Questions relating to each theme will give you an opportunity to record those personal memories right in this book. Chapters on several ways to preserve your memories help you pass along your own legacy. Family Treasures motivates you to start writing now!

Review by Susan Bianco:

What could you give to your family that is priceless? Dr. Gibson has authored Family Treasures which guides you in creating such a gift.

Our memories are treasures that can be passed on to future generations. By relating memories from her own life Dr. Gibson illustrates a variety of themes: Family, Friends, Parenting, Grand Parenting, Talents, Travel, Working World.

Interesting questions guide the reader to recall his/her own memories, and the author thoughtfully provides ample space to record answers. This book is not to be missed. You will want your own copy!

Susan Bianco, Librarian

A Father’s Words examines the profound impact fathers’ words have on their children. The words and actions of fathers shape their children’s lives in many crucial areas. The things fathers say can make or break their children. Christian counselor Stephen Rossi presents specific strategies, examples, and solutions for repairing, restoring, and healing broken father-child relationships created by degrading words from fathers.

Rossi’s insightful, practical, and compelling book focuses on helping fathers understand, reverse, and prevent the devastating effects of their demeaning words on their children. Rossi inspires and encourages fathers to make the necessary changes that will bless their children. He knows very well as a Christian counselor that this can only really be done with Christ. Rossi relies on and involves Christ in the explanation and healing process throughout his book. A Father’s Words is based on Rossi’s work with fathers and their children throughout his career.

The Secrets of Successful Marriage suggests that the family is a valuing center, which promotes positive goals and commitment. It contributes a learning potentiality and truly love during the lifetime of developmental changes in order to release potential for growth, nurturing, intimacy and security. This kind of family can find genuine expression of these functions. In this way only, it may repair a broken relationship toward a restoration cycles. As a whole, Christian families can reflect their beliefs and accommodation to the marital issues.

Throughout time there have been many different teachings on the subject of marriage. Much is taught from the standpoint of a casually carnal lifestyle, completely opposite of the word of God. Some teachings attempt to use the Bible and twist the truth into whatever lie they prefer to live. This book will provide an in-depth look at the heavenly divine design of marriage versus the devilish deception that is so widely lived today; covering topics such as: Marriage Material, Roles of a Husband and Wife, Kingdom Contrast, Covenant Connections, and Rules for Holy Family Living. Remember that the Lord is returning for his bride, a church without spot or wrinkle, but holy and blameless. As you read this book ask yourself this question: “If He came today, would it be a wasted trip?”

The THREE Basic Principles That Govern All Of Our Behavior

Al Ver Burg holds three degrees—BA, MA, and BD.

Al Ver Burg is a gifted theologian, therapist and family counselor. He has developed a unique way of helping people become all they can be and live life to the fullest. This book, “TO BE ALL WE WERE INTENDED TO BE”, is a book designed to show people how to pick themselves up, restart their lives, and get hold of the life they should be enjoying. After reading this book, you will have a better understanding of how you were created emotionally, that is, why you feel and act the way you do.

Al is a highly experienced therapist, who has helped thousands of people through personal counseling, seminars, and training programs. He has been a professional counselor since 1968 and through the years, has equipped professional and lay people with the skills needed to help others. His system is unique in its simplicity and focuses on short term counseling with lifelong results.

The Bottom Apple chronicles the life of Sara, an intelligent and witty woman who fails in relationships, due primarily to a lack of self confidence and bad judgment. It is based on a simple premise of either believing you deserve nothing but the best (Top Apples) or settling for whatever you think you can get (Bottom Apples).

You follow Sara through one failed relationship after another. Some are humorous, others not, eventually leading into the relationships with her children. She hopes that you will be inspired to take a look at your own life and find the inner strength make changes.

What Sara hopes you can gain from her experiences is that each failure should make you stronger and wiser, that it is important to have a core group of friends to support and encourage you, and that faith and a good sense of humor are essential.