Inspiration Point Too

This follow-up book from my first publication, Inspiration Point, is my continuing writing of poems, prayers, and reflections that have taken me through a time period of loss of elderly parents, moving, financial struggle, disasters, and a worldwide pandemic. As I have gotten older, I see the importance more and more of sharing my love of God, family, friends, and our world with others through my writing. The writings are my connection with God and His connection, through me, to others. By sharing my personal experiences through my writing, I am hoping that others will know that they are not alone in their feelings and struggles and that God is always there to get them through anything.

Julie escapes home to avoid marrying the wrong man... But her wealthy controlling fiance will stop at nothing to bring her back... So when Julie finds her soulmate, she must risk everything to outwit her fiance... If you want a riveting and heartwarming Christian clean romance book, you'll want to get your copy of The Inspiration Point Series. This book includes both popular-selling books in the series by reader favorite Kelsey MacBride. In Free to Love Book #1, Julie Petersen sets out to find freedom from her controlling fiancé and her rich overbearing mother. She leaves home under the cover of darkness with nothing more than a handful of clothes, little money to her name, and a strong Christian faith that God will help her survive. During her journey, she meets Mark, a handsome man who touches her heart with his helpfulness and genuine concern for her well-being. But before their relationship can blossom, disaster strikes when her controlling fiancé tracks her down and kidnaps her. Mark must figure out a way to rescue her from her crazy fiancé. Can he rescue Julie in time and profess his love for her? Or will he be too late and miss out on true Christian romance? ___________________________________________________________ In Unforgettable Love, Julie Petersen has escaped her evil fiancé, and the Berry sisters find her washed ashore on the beaches of Catalina Island and discover she suffers from amnesia. The sisters eventually locate Julie’s family, and she returns home to James, who is determined to marry her in a matter of weeks before Julie remembers how selfish and controlling he is. When Mark discovers Julie is missing, he sets out to find her, knowing her fiancé is up to no good. He finally confronts James, who makes Mark question Julie’s heart and her intentions. Will Mark find out the truth about James and reach Julie before the wedding so he can share his real feelings? Or will he return home with a broken heart and miss out on the Christian romance of his life? Find out by downloading this exciting and heartwarming clean & wholesome romance novel for women today. Get your copy now!

Inspiration Point is aptly titled. The stories and anecdotes enable the reader to slow the day's pace and take a few moments for personal reverie. Steven Ray Bowen writes as an "every man" in a warm, homey style, and relates his memoirs with sensitivity and feeling. As Zig Ziglar would say, he "paints word pictures" that enable the reader to visualize and even "feel" the events he describes. This is pleasant, enjoyable reading." Laurie Magers, Executive Assistant to Zig Ziglar Warning In Inspiration Point, you will go on a special journey with author Steven Bowen. But you have to be warned that there could be a few hazards along the way. At times you'll feel an unexpected tugging at your heartstrings or a sharp pain in your side from laughing. In either case, make sure you have a tissue along But the benefits of hiking up to Inspiration Point far outweigh those small hazards, because you'll visit some special scenes. You'll meet a preacher who wet his pants every night, you'll sit by Mama's bedside and hear her amazing words, you'll meet a man who can touch his chin to his nose, and you'll watch as two big brothers send the little brother to the moon Plus, you'll discover something amazing about one special date: October 3. But, maybe best of all, you'll get to sit at Grandma's table. So . grab your tissue, tighten up your boot straps, pour yourself a cold glass of sweet tea, and get ready for a hike. When you finally catch your breath at the bottom of the hill, there'll be no doubt where you've been.

* A collection of 100 of the Yosemite area's best hikes * 110 color photographs and 102 color maps* Includes popular trails located outside the boundaries of Yosemite National Park* Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award for best "Adventure Guidebook"Yosemite National Park is a hiking destination know world round and this guidebook provides directions to the best trails Yosemite has to offer.Virtually all the hikes in this book are readily accessible from major arterials, andthere are explicit trailhead directions for each hike. The hikes in 100 Hikes in Yosemite National Park are divided into eight geographical regions. The regions approximate a counterclockwise loop, starting from the southeast and finishing in the southwest. Each hiking chapter is broken up in three basic parts: the information block, which helps you size up the hike by telling you how to get there and what to expect; the opening, which gives you a feel for what the hike is like; and the body, which describes the landmarks and trails, providing a blow-by-blow account of the actual hike, preceded by trailhead directions. You'll learn where the tough spots are on the trail, how much shade is available, and the locations of important Yosemite landmarks and special scenes you won't want to miss.Roughly a third of the hikes in this book are located just outside the park boundaries, and about half of those lead into the Yosemite National Park. A handy trail index helps hikers choose from trails ranging in difficulty from "cakewalk to butt-kicker." With extensive facts about plants, wildlife, and geological features as well as local history, each hike in this guidebook is loaded with outdoor entertainment and information.

Explore granite domes, thundering waterfalls, and towering trees: Moon Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon reveals the best of these stunning national parks. Inside you'll find: Flexible Itineraries: Unique and adventure-packed ideas for day hikers, winter visitors, families with kids, campers, and more The Best Hikes in Each Park: Detailed hike descriptions, individual trail maps, mileage and elevation gains, and backpacking options Experience the Outdoors: Ride the open-air tram through Yosemite Valley or hike downhill from Glacier Point past roaring waterfalls. Drive the legendary Generals Highway or take a scenic bike ride to pristine lakes (and yes, more waterfalls!). Go for a horse-drawn wagon ride on a history tour or take a rock-climbing lesson. Walk among the goliaths of Sequoia's Giant Forest and stop at a historic lodge for dinner and a well-deserved drink How to Get There: Up-to-date information on traveling between the parks, gateway towns, park entrances, park fees, and tours Where to Stay: From campgrounds and rustic lodges to the majestic Ahwahnee, find the best spots to kick back, both inside and outside the parks Planning Tips: When to go, what to pack, safety information, and how to avoid the crowds, with full-color photos and easy-to-use maps throughout Helpful resources on Covid-19 and traveling to the parks Expertise and Know-How from seasoned explorer and outdoor expert Ann Marie Brown Find your adventure in Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon national parks with Moon. Visiting more of North America's incredible national parks? Try Moon USA National Parks or Moon Death Valley National Park. Hitting the road? Try Moon Northern California Road Trips. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

Some people think that they are not creative. Some recall a teacher or a parent who communicated this message which they embraced as the truth. Others developed the belief they weren’t creative by comparing themselves to sisters or brothers who were recognized as creative, or to people whose talents they used as a standard against which they evaluated their own. Other peoples’ opinions, but most importantly their own, led them to turn off creativity they expressed freely as children. Believing they weren’t creative, life lost some of its vitality. What is "creativity?" Playful Mind establishes a starting point that is embellished as the reader continues through the book. It’s the ability to imagine, to courageously pursue ideas and goals, and to think and live with a playful mind. Playful Mind is the free spirit within our thinking that loves flexibility and the adventure of exploring new ideas. It’s the part of our creative spirit that can surprise and shift our thinking. It’s a character we can cultivate and use. Imagine it and give it a name. Invite it to inspire your thinking and your life. Let Playful Mind start you on a journey that will change your life.

This handy guide offers more than 80 rides from the birthplace of the mountain bike revolution; from the top of Mount Tamalpais to the redwoods of Big Basin. Ride legendary Repack, Annadel State Park, Mount Diablo, Wilder Ranch, Henry Coe State Park, and El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. Mountain biker, triathlete, and author Lorene Jackson offers tidbits on local history, wildlife, and points of interest to make this more than just a trail guide to the best mountain bike rides in and around the San Francisco Bay Area, including rides in the North Bay, South Bay, East Bay, and San Francisco Peninsula.