A Bird On My Shoulder

'What do you think are the gifts of cancer?' Even now, all these years later, when I recall the question, a sense of shock still resonates. I thought of Julian's gruelling treatment regime, about how all seven of his children were coping seeing him so unwell, so reduced. Then, in the silence that followed, like the first sprouting of a tiny plant, I began to think about all the good things that Julian and I had experienced because of his illness; amid the strain and fear we had shared precious moments of love and kindness that might not have otherwise happened. I began to cry. 'Perhaps you could think of Julian's cancer in another way,' the counsellor suggested. 'Maybe it's like a little bird on your shoulder that's reminding you how to live.' Over a decade ago, award-winning journalist Lucy Palmer lost her beloved husband Julian, leaving her alone to raise their three young children on a farm south of Sydney. This beautifully written memoir tells the story of how Lucy and Julian fell in love with each other and with Papua New Guinea, and traces their family's return to Australia to face the daunting challenges of Julian's journey with cancer. Looking back with both sadness and joy, Lucy's honest and thoughtful account of finding hope and meaning where none seemed to be, will move and inspire all who read it. A Bird on My Shoulder offers us new and surprising ways to think about love and death, about the worst that can happen and what it can mean.

Ever walk into a room and it suddenly FEELS wrong? How about the person who had a feeling they should call their loved one, only to find out they passed away two hours after the call? Millions of people around the world hear their intuition in life-saving moments. What if you could tap into THAT? Everyone searches for answers. We have all reached that crossroad and wondered which road we should take. Which path leads to the most money? Health? Love? What if the answer to all these questions were right in front of you? In this life-changing book, Katharine Giovanni shows you how to hear that little bird on your shoulder. You know the one. It’s your inner voice, your intuition, your higher self. This book shows you how to use your intuition deliberately so you can really hear the answers. "This book is exactly what I needed to read at this point in my life. It gives practical tools to help you deal with & overcome your anger, bitterness, past trauma and finding joy. Most of us move through life just to survive. This book is helping me thrive, learn how to ask my angels to reveal answers in the way I can receive it and trust that little birdie, my gut, to lead the way. Thank you Katharine for an amazing book that I literally stopped what I was doing to answer the prompts and get on with the best of the rest of my life! " Precious L. Williams, CEO, Perfect Pitches By Precious, LLC "Katharine’s conversational tone throughout her story is so refreshing. I sat down and read the entire book in one sitting. This book gives you so many tips & suggestions on how to listen to your intuition, I wish I had read this book a few years ago! Her voice allows you to relate because you instantly feel like you know her & when she tells you “You Got This”, you believe her! She is honest about her own bumps on the road of life because we all have them. Thank you, Katharine for sharing your gift with the world. What an inspiration you are! If you want to start taking steps to guide your life in a new direction, read this book." – Jennifer M. Alemany, Author, Speaker, Mentor "I couldn’t put it down! Katharine's stories were fascinating, the tips were excellent, and the exercises were very helpful. Congratulations on writing and publishing a much-needed example and resource to help others trust and utilize their intuition more!" Sandy Geroux, M.S., award-winning and motivational leadership speaker, trainer and author "As a paranormal investigator and student of the metaphysical for over 20 years, the concepts of intuition, inner voice, etc. are something that I have struggled with and embraced, in equal measure. I believe strongly that we all have the ability to “intuit” when we take the time to listen. In this book, Katharine Giovanni uses stories from her own life experience to simply, and matter-of-factly, explain the concepts and implementation of the intuition that we all possess. This book is the treasure in a sea of elaborate and flowery prose related to this topic. Katharine’s stories support her points in a way that was, for me, a joy to read. I really enjoyed it. If you are curious about, or doubt, the guidance you receive, this is a must-read." Jeffery Sullivan, Director, Sixth Sense Paranormal Investigations, San Antonio, TX "One of the things that I love about Katharine's writing is her straightforward, easygoing approach. I feel like she’s talking to me as I’m reading the book. She combines her personal stories and wit to explain how we all can access our intuition. Rather than keeping this wisdom a mysterious secret, she shares exercises in the back of the book so we can DIY! She wants her readers to know how to help themselves by using intuition. I believe that everyone, even the skeptics, can gain value reading this book. I highly recommend it." Susan Fitzell, Consultant, Author, Trainer & Speaker,

Angel Blessings meets half full in this inspiring collection of 40 true stories illustrating the protection, love, and joy guardian angels bring into our lives. This book marries two best-selling trends--angels and heartwarming story collections.

Ed is an angel sent by God to help little children around the world. No matter what you are going through, Ed will make you smile. You will go around the world on many exciting adventures with Ed by your side. Ed, shares the love of Jesus Christ to all he meets along his travels. There is nothing you cannot do with Ed as your friend and Jesus in your heart. So, sit down, buckle-up and get ready for the most awesome adventure ever. Let's all get up to our shoulders with, Ed! T.L. Moore was born in Houston, Texas in the year 1966. She loved writing even as a child and writing always brought her much happiness. Her love for Jesus Christ and the children around the world is deep inside of her heart and soul. One of her dreams and goals is to work with the children with cancer and other illnesses and somehow make a difference in their lives. A smile from a child is all the reward she ever needs. T.L. now resides in Pasadena, Texas with her husband and her three children and many pets.

HIGH-MINDED TURNS INTO DEADLY, AND DEADLY INTO ANOTHER SIDE THAT WAITS THOR, a Green Berea veteran trained to be deadly, lives quietly in a New England suburb and receives secret assignments as the Presidents Man. NAOMI, an older sister, is dedicated to watching Thors back until he can stand safely on his ownthen she can finally live a life of her own. DEANNE, a competent head nurse of a hospital crisis unit, in private life gives up a lover in order to keep him and in the process enters the back end of a dark cave. TAALIA AND JUAN MARCUS, two Ecuadorian orphans, grow up in the United States and overcome traumas from dangers experienced in childhood. RACHAEL, a dark-eyed Spanish countess,marries a prominent Russian physician while faithfully harboring the legacy of a powerful, duopolistic father. COLONEL AND JULIANNE, a brilliant, black military commander with clandestine Pentagon and White House ties, whose wife artfully handles bold warriors. CACHS, the intelligence communitys name for a small, unknown international group bent on world control, maintaining secret identity by deadly self-regulation. FOR NIGHTS END TO APPEAR. Another Side of Deadly, as well as Richard Hardys previous books, Heaven's Climbing Tower and Seven Keys and Ghostly Lovers, describes life as continually spinning towards wholeness. Journey races forward in the solitude of prayer, reality uncovers the ghostly, and the deadly can have heart. Opposites are in the hands of the same outreach. In the words of poet William Blake: "this mystery shall never cease; [ how] the priest promotes war and the soldier peace. With a fifty-year background in ministry, personal and group counseling, health care practice, and finance, Richard Hardy becomes a storyteller to divulge diverse perspectives from a core wealth of experience. Discovery without holding on is crucial.

KEEP YOUR PARROT STIMULATED AND ACTIVE, AND HE WILL KEEP YOU ENTERTAINED! By nature, parrots are inquisitive, intelligent, and social animals. You can capitalize on these characteristics and obedience train your bird, teaching him behaviors that will make your life and his more enjoyable--behaviors such as stepping on your hand or wrist on command, and going to a designated perch. Then you can progress to teach him all kinds of tricks. He'll love the attention, communication, and socialization. From the essential basics of obedience training to awesome tricks that will amuse and amaze your friends, Parrot Tricks covers: * Techniques to use during the "get acquainted" period * Setting up a training area and using food as a training tool * Training basics such as targeting, luring, and using cues * Necessary obedience skills such as step up, come, perch, and stay * The basic retrieve command, the foundation of many tricks * Simple tricks such as shake hands, high five, kiss, and take a bow * Tricks based on the retrieve command, including basketball, ring on the peg, and stacking cups * Advanced tricks such as pulling a wagon, pushing a grocery cart, raising a flag, and riding a skateboard * Innovative tricks that showcase your bird's natural abilities * Chaining tricks, such as recycling and going to the mailbox * Verbalizations and talking using the Rival/Model Method or the Positive Reward Method * Directions for making simple props With this book, patience, and practice, you'll build your understanding of and relationship with your bird as you build a repertoire of tricks. You can get your parrot to jump through hoops for you--literally!

What do you think are the gifts of cancer?' Even now, all these years later, when I recall the question, a sense of shock still resonates. I thought of Julian's gruelling treatment regime, about how all seven of his children were coping seeing him so unwell, so reduced. Then, in the silence that followed, like the first sprouting of a tiny plant, I began to think about all the good things that Julian and I had experienced because of his illness; amid the strain and fear we had shared precious moments of love and kindness that might not have otherwise happened. I began to cry. 'Perhaps you could think of Julian's cancer in another way,' the counsellor suggested. 'Maybe it's like a little bird on your shoulder that's reminding you how to live.' Over a decade ago, award-winning journalist Lucy Palmer lost her beloved husband Julian, leaving her alone to raise their three young children on a farm south of Sydney. This beautifully written memoir tells the story of how Lucy and Julian fell in love with each other and with Papua New Guinea, and traces their family's return to Australia to face the daunting challenges of Julian's journey with cancer. Looking back with both sadness and joy, Lucy's honest and thoughtful account of finding hope and meaning where none seemed to be, will move and inspire all who read it. A Bird on My Shoulder offers us new and surprising ways to think about love and death, about the worst that can happen and what it can mean