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Ellie has just about had enough of her family's constant criticism and attempts to control her life. But when she rents an Airbnb getaway on a gorgeous farm in Montana, she encounters a whole new set of family drama. Now she's the reluctant and borderline competent caretaker of a barn full of unruly farm animals, caught between two handsome men competing for control of the farm, and the sudden best friend of a spunky elderly widow whose outrageous ideas just might change her destiny...

Khrista didn't believe her daughter when she stormed out of her life five years ago. But every day since, her daughter's angry words have echoed in Khrista's mind, even as she tries to hide the truth from her chosen family—the community that raised her. Finding solace in her preschool classroom by day and her whisky by night, Khrista is forced to confront her pride and her problems when someone from her past brings news that threatens to drive her deeper into the danger zone.

What defines student engagement? What effective learning strategies are best for facilitating student engagement? The research also looks at three learning models: competence-based learning support; project-based learning, and inquiry-based learning. The objectives of this research was to understand the importance of student engagement and applying a science curriculum to facilitate teaching science at the high school level.

There had been two men in that boat. Two. Rylie is positive . . . ish. Living with her parents may be driving her crazy, but not crazy enough to start conjuring up men in her mind—regardless of how long it had been since she’d had a date. As an urban park ranger, Rylie is practically surrounded by men all day, every day. Making up more in her head would only complicate her life further. When she confronts the one man remaining in the boat, he’s more eager to discuss her online dating profile than any possible wrongdoing.

Millionaire Mindset for Realtor Wealth explores the power we all have deep inside us that can lead to a life of bliss and prosperity. Traci blends this knowledge with practical tips and powerful mindset training tools. Using this short, powerful book gives anyone—regardless of financial or educational background—the tools necessary to succeed by changing negative thought patterns.

Patricia leaves the comfort of her Amish home in pursuit of a dream career in Christian music, but soon finds the path to success to be more difficult than she ever imagined. With her dream slowly slipping away, she's forced to make the toughest decision of her life - stay and risk absolute failure, or head back to Amish country and live a plain and simple life.

Allison always felt like she was second best. So when a handsome Englisher comes to Lancaster and falls for her, she is pleasantly surprised. But for an Amish woman like Allison, the prospect of love with an outsider sends her family life into turmoil, forcing her to make the hardest decision she's ever had to make.

Abigail is supposed to live a plain and simple life. To work in her families quilt shop and marry one of the local boys. But when she meets a handsome outsider, plans start to change, forcing Abigail to make the decision of a lifetime.

Miriam couldn't believe she was finally married. It was like an Amish dream come true. But all Miriam had to do was look at her sister to see that desire didn't always last forever. So with her parents 40th wedding anniversary on the horizon, she sets out to discover how to keep a marriage sizzling. In any long term marriage though, there are regrets. For the Kaufman's, it was the departure of their first daughter from Lancaster County. But as their daughter returns unexpectedly after a decade away, it's clear the Kaufman's will be in for an anniversary party like no other.

Beth has always felt second best compared to her older and more beautiful sister. When a handsome stranger comes to her Amish community and chooses Beth though, things will never be the same. But will their love last over time, or will Beth find herself coming in second again to her sister after all?

Miriam lives a plain and simple life of devotion in step with her Amish upbringing. It is a life she has always planned to share with Jed Fisher, her lifelong neighbor and the only man she's ever loved. But when a hunky new Amish man moves to town from a neighboring community with eyes for Miriam, her heart is flung into a tug of war that will force her to make the toughest decision of her life.

Allison is an Amish widow who worries she'll never be able to fall in love with another man. But her two young daughters need a father. So, when a handsome local farmer takes a liking to Allison, she has to decide whether she's willing to put her heart on the line.

Sadie Lapp just wants to find the man she's going to spend the rest of her life with. She has only ever wanted to fall in love, get married, and start a family. Finding the right man, however, has proven more difficult than she ever imagined. Part of the problem is her unfortunate attraction to the wrong kind of man. When a new man enters her life, is it a sign that her luck has finally turned around, or has she unknowingly fallen for the wrong man again?

Whether you are a trauma survivor of any kind or a loved one of a survivor, this audiobook is for you. In Silent No More, Gilani carries her listeners through an honest exploration of suffering and survival as it affects us all. By drawing upon her personal experiences, she shines a light on the tumultuous landscape of trauma as a whole. The societal forces shaping human behavior across time and cultures. The powerful ways in which we all influence one another, through our worst mistakes and our warmest compassion.

They say first comes love, then comes marriage. But what if first comes baby? That's the question going through Ella's mind, a goal-driven yet semi-impulsive heroine who doesn't let dating woes interfere with her plan to have a baby by 35. Her plunge into motherhood via sperm donor leads her to navigating the unfamiliar waters of baby care, until she meets Scott, a reserved winery owner who of course thinks she's a nanny...and never plans to have children. But could that change?

Fran Singer is a regular eighth grader relishing her role in the school play, enjoying hanging out with her best friend, and thinking of ways to steer clear of her annoying little brother...when suddenly, in a matter of seconds, everything changes. An unintentional tragic accident with major consequences shoots her out of her ordinary world into one racked with guilt, shame, and complete alienation. Starting over after all that is not easy...but is it possible? Will her life be better, the second time around?

Charla Winthrop, a savvy business woman seeking a permanent lifestyle change in small-town Ruby, learns that things aren’t always what they appear when she takes up residence in a house steeped in charm and a hint of mystery. Rumor has it that Sam Packard the town carpenter is her go-to guy for home remodeling, but can Charla convince him to help her - with no strings attached, of course? The answer to someone’s prayers unite this unlikely pair with the help of the town’s residents.

Branded on the slaves in the Northern Reaches beyond Ungstah, the scar marks each one as a Downer. It is who they are. There is no escaping this world. Still, strange things are stirring. Two foreigners ride through the Northern Reaches on a secret mission. An unknown cloaked figure wanders the streets of the dark city of Ungstah.

“Irishman dies from stubbornness, whiskey.” So began Christopher Clifford Connors’s obituary of a life that included hunting bears in Russia, inventing limo surfing, surviving a shipwreck, and training with Navy SEALs—for starters. At the end of 2016, Connors’s story captivated the world when the exploits of his sixty-seven years went viral.

The nightmare continues in book three, as Pastor David and his organization are left behind to deal with the aftermath of the horrific blackout. They must maneuver through martial law and a ban on religion, all because he led them astray to cover up his own criminal behavior.