Families Are Forever

Provides a touching story about an interracial adoption as a young girl tells of her journey aboard an airplane to meet her adoptive relatives where, despite their different appearances, she is embraced by her new surroundings and finds a perfect fit

This is a new release of the original 1950 edition.

Families are Forever: Communication Endorsements *I have read much of the book Families are Forever: Communication and I have found useful information in each chapter! This book has really opened my eyes to the way that I communicate with those in my life. I am very aware now that how I say what I say determines what others hear. I raise my glass to better communication! Bethany, Narrows, Virginia *Families Are Forever: Communication brings together a dynamic combination of facts about family types and family issues throughout history with a focus on communication that will encourage and support the strength of all family members. The book's attention to families with adult children is a perspective hard to find elsewhere outside of conversation with one's cohorts. It is presented in a way that everyone will see an example that relates to something they may have been or are going through. Jenny McNealy, MSW, Tallahassee, Florida *There is nothing more important to individuals, and communities than healthy families. Dr. Cogswell uses his experience and education to provide useful and practical knowledge to improve our communication skills within our families. Susan, Christiansburg, Virginia *Families Are Forever: Communication puts self-improvement in the readers hands, a very helpful tool for therapists and clients to better family relationships. It is a simple read with concrete ideas for self-improvement. Dr. Dennis Cropper, Ph.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Lexington, Virginia.

Family history of the Bentz and Kalk families.

There's nothing quite like the panic of realizing halfway through sacrament meeting that your child is assigned to speak in Primary. But now you don't have to worry. Volume 14 of the popular Tiny Talks series offers a full year of talks and lessons featuring the 2014 Primary theme, "Families Are Forever." Each Tiny Talk contains A gospel-oriented story that focuses on the theme of the week A matching scripture verse to expand on the ideas in the story A reference to a visual aid from the Gospel Art Book A list of suggested illustrations your child can draw to accompany the story A thoughtful question to discuss with your family These simple, spiritually enhancing stories will teach your children their divine nature and reinforce the lessons they're learning in Primary this year. Whether it's used at church or during family home evening, Tiny Talks is the perfect resource to help children, parents, and leaders discuss the precious truths of the gospel all year long.

Families are Forever: Communication is the first book in a trilogy. It focuses on communication, relationships and feelings/values of normal, healthy American families. The goal is to help family members become the best that they can be. The book describes the extended family of the 21st century and provides recipes on what one might do to have the best family experience. Endorsements "Families are Forever: Communication puts self-improvement in the reader's hands, a very helpful tool for therapists and clients to better family relationships. It is a simple read with concrete ideas for self-improvement." - Dr. Dennis Cropper, Ph.D., Lexington, Virginia "I have read much of the book Families are Forever: Communication and I have found useful information in each chapter! I am very aware now that how I say what I say determines what others hear. I raise my glass to better communication!" - Bethany, Narrows, Virginia "Families are Forever: Communication focus will encourage and support the strength of all family members. The book's attention to families with adult children is a perspective hard to find elsewhere, outside of conversation with one's cohorts. Its examples and suggestions will be meaningful to everyone who reads the book." - Jenny McNeely, MSW, Tallahassee, Florida "Dr. Cogswell uses his experience and education to provide useful and practical knowledge to improve our communication skills within our families." - Susan, Christiansburg, Virginia

Every Family is Created by God God forms families in many different ways and sizes, but all are equally important and special. When adopted son Calvin needs to tell about his family for a class assignment, he discovers his parents were praying for him long before they chose him. Not only that, but God chose them for Calvin. It wasn't by chance and it wasn't an accident. It was according to His plan. We Chose You was written to communicate to all children, whether birthed or adopted, that they are chosen. That they are secure. That they are loved. This is a message every child needs to hear. Let this book give you the words to tell your child about your family's unique story.