Family Conflict

You are the one responsible for taking care of your parents, now. Is your family in disarray? Do your parents claim they don't need help? How to stay sane and weigh out the options, while those around you are losing their minds, and coming up with excuses as to why they cannot contribute.

The book provides a detailed chronological history of early Western Europe through the lives of the nobility, their marriages, wars, rebellions, and betrayals. The book has original source documentation embedded. This book was compiled from 20-plus years of research combined with an interest in the history of western civilization. By putting all the events in chronological order, I was able to show the impact of relationships between the various factions, and how these relations helped shape Western Europe.

In There's No Such Thing as 'Naughty', mum to two young children, journalist and children's mental health advocate Kate Silverton shares her groundbreaking new approach to parenting under-fives that will make life much easier for parents and an awful lot more fun. Kate's simple and unique strategies, easy-to-follow techniques and scripts will equip you to manage those tricky everyday challenges with ease - and help to ensure you enjoy the strongest bond possible with your child, both now and in the years ahead.

Mages suck! Too bad she is one. After tragedy strikes, Samara Yancy vows to keep those she loves safe. But her job’s uninspiring, her sister is spiraling, and she barely sleeps. So, when asked to bring her friend’s killer to justice on The Mainland, she accepts. Disguised as a Mage, blondish hair and a fake name aren’t enough to protect her. On the run, she finds shelter with those who view her as bait, devising a plan to keep her friends and family safe. Which, as usual, looks better on paper than when executed. As Sam navigates through a sea of half-truths, magic within her awakens....

what have people have said about this book? Sue Atkins, ITV 'This Morning' Parenting Expert: "Scott's book is bursting with practical, down to earth advice and I particularly liked all of the super ideas & games to help children of all ages deal with separation anxiety. It is written in a conversational friendly tone free of jargon and is enormously practical, with advice on mediation & the legal process...If you are going through a separation or a divorce I highly recommend you pick up a copy of How To Talk To Your Kids About Separation to help you navigate the choppy waters with more ...

John Liggett had just buried his wife and was struggling to get on with life. His grandson Grant seemed rudderless, with no sense of direction, purpose or sense of responsibility. When Grant is expelled from school for two weeks the two are forced to spend that time together. To pass that time, they decide to restore the old family tractor that has been rotting away in the back of John's garage. When Grant won't talk about what happened at school, John turns to an old friend to learn that there is much more to Grant than he had imagined. Over the course of their two weeks the men restore ...

Enjoy the drama and excitement of a novel experience in compact short stories—contemporary lives moving through dark trials to light and hope. "There are many excellent stories in this collection." ~McEvoy

Cassie Brown fears she will soon be out on her ear, especially if her brother Rodney has his way. Desperate, she decides to sell of her small herd of cattle. After meeting the man willing to purchase her cattle, Rancher Corey Rothwell, Cassie can't help but dream of a happy life with Corey. He has a sadness she would like to heal. Corey Rothwell, a rancher estranged from his family, can't help it, he can't get Cassie Brown out of his mind. The little darlin' is taking care of her family. Despite the hurt from his wife leaving him for his brother, Corey decided he needs to figure out a way ...

His family hates hers, and the feeling is mutual. Can love change it all? Fresh out of a relationship and job, Lorraine Rochefort returns to her hometown, planning to stay only long enough to patch things up with her estranged elder brother. There's just a minor obstacle—he's missing after an argument with Rio Lawrence. Then Rio, the handsome cowboy and now a helicopter pilot she'd once pined for from afar, knocks her off her feet and steals her breath away—literally. Bad blood already lingers between their families due to her mother’s rumored affair with his father before he died. ...

The experience of married life can range from living happily ever after, to the monster of irreconcilable differences. To those who lived happily after the wedding, sometimes they wonder how they managed to cross the bridge of integration to settle down to a relationship of love and peace. To those who had to face irreconcilable differences the wonder is always, “what went wrong? How did the promise of a great future together fizzle out into this present nightmare?” The Bible has two key words that determine outcome. The first is love and the second is submission. In an earlier work, ...

Timeless Wisdom for Strengthening Marriage and Families If you buy just one book on Dating, Marriage or Families, this would be the one. No other books provide such a comprehensive, helpful overview of the family life cycle from child development through the golden age of retirement.

In Rethinking Your Teenager, family therapist Darby Fox challenges parents to redefine the goals of adolescence by reorienting their focus from what they want their child to be to on who they want their child to be. Darby not only equips parents with the insight to understand the changes taking place in their child's brain and body and support their adolescent's bid for independence, but also offers an approach that allows parents to engage their adolescent in a relationship instead of struggling in an endless battle for control.

In the 16th century Ottoman Empire, a young boy named Rade is taken from his family to become Mehmet, a janissary. This story is about betrayal, redemption, and the strong human spirit. Mehmet moves from a peaceful village in Bosnia to the Ottoman court. He climbs the ranks, facing inner struggles and a deep longing for his family. He forms a secret bond with Zehra, the Sultan's daughter, amidst war and politics. Their love faces huge challenges, leading to a daring escape and a return to his roots. Back in Bosnia, Rade joins his brother Mladen and the resistance against the Ottomans. He ...

You’ve taken the first step into the beautiful and creative life of the highly sensitive child. And now, we can help make this world a more compassionate and caring place together. Parenting a highly sensitive child is a gift: We get to experience their journey of growth and help shape their future. But parenting a highly sensitive child presents special challenges that require special awareness. Highly sensitive children need understanding, validation, and our support as positive role models to learn how to use their unique gifts in a world that doesn’t always understand them.

“Heartwarming, poignant… a joy to read.” –Writer’s Digest Claire Chastain reflects on her journey of childhood innocence and discovery in small-town Texas in the 1950s. She and best friend Libby share a lifetime of challenges and friendship although Claire is pampered and sheltered in contrast to street-savvy Libby. Claire is blindsided by her mother's devastating illness and ensuing conflicts with her beloved father. Her world of family traditional values crumbles and her lifelong dreams shatter. For the first time, she must make her own way and her own forever decisions. Libby ...

Bailey Meredith has always avoided the glitz and glamour of TV stardom… Content with her simple life as an interior designer, Bailey Meredith has always avoided the fake designs and even faker drama of Hollywood renovation shows at all costs. But when she is unexpectedly hired to work on a hit home improvement TV show, her world is turned upside down. The set is bustling with excitement and drama, and Bailey quickly finds herself drawn to the show's handsome and enigmatic star, Wilder Aldrich. Despite her reservations, Bailey can't deny the growing attraction between them. But as they ...

In the sixth installment of the Mountain Women Series, May Rose faces her toughest challenges yet. Her half-brothers are trying to steal her inheritance, her stepdaughter is confined to bed with a high-risk pregnancy, and her teenage step-granddaughter falls for a boy from a bad family. When the girl runs away, May Rose takes on the risky task of bringing her home. Little does she know her good intentions will put herself and her family into open conflict with a family of criminals. Kith and Kin is a page-turner, a thriller, and a heartwarming story of support and resilience in the face of ...

"Cultural anecdotes, along with a cast of well-developed characters, create a memorable tale examining our differences and the commonalities that unite us all. 5 Stars!" -Gail Ward Olmsted, author of Landscape of a Marriage Set in the steamy equatorial rain forest of Nicaragua, Tropical Depression tells a poignant, touchingly funny tale of a young couple, Lupe and Ascensión Guzman, who, after being deported from the United States, have returned to their jungle village of Krukrulitos at the foot of the percolating volcano Momotombo. Here they struggle to readjust to life under one roof with...

Are you tired of feeling guilty after losing your temper with your children? Do you wish you had more patience and control when parenting feels overwhelming? Are you struggling to break free from the patterns of anger and frustration that you swore you wouldn’t repeat? We all want to be loving, patient parents, but in the chaos of daily life, anger can take over — leaving us feeling ashamed, exhausted, and disconnected from our children. Maybe you grew up in a home ruled by anger, or the stress of parenting leaves you on edge.

Riveting true story of the author's life growing up in China on a small island during the Cultural Revolution. Read about the challenges women face in their struggle to overcome gender inequality entrenched in the taboos and traditions so prevalent in China throughout many centuries. Read of the romance between Dapeng and Rachel and the significance of the bamboo basket in the life of the author, a baby girl who survives falling into the Yangtze River. Read about the ancient Chinese customs including arranged marriages and the changes that occurred as a result of the new government. This is...