Love Me Or Miss Me

It's summertime in Bed-Stuy "Do or Die" Brooklyn, and Kate is feeling down in the dumps. Not only is she tired of her raggedy, tomboy image, but she's also missing her best friend, Felicia, who's away for the summer. Lonely and not exactly getting along with her new foster mother, Lynn, Kate so badly wants to be out and about, twirling pretty, and partying---and maybe catching the attention of her longtime crush, Charles. Opportunity knocks one hot summer day when fly-girl Naleejah struts her stuff straight up to Kate and takes a seat. Full of smiles, Naleejah tells Kate that she remembers her from school, but Kate can't remember ever having such a fabulous chick trying to befriend her. Kate's suspicion turns to trust once Naleejah gives her a much-needed makeover. Now a brand-new Kate suddenly has the attention of her dream boy. But is Naleejah checking for him, too? Against Kate's better judgment, she ignores the warning signs, and continues to let Naleejah lead her down a treacherous path. Soon, what seems like a fun and exciting summer ends up being a harsh reality check. Now Kate must decide how to get back on the right track . . . or is it already too late?

Stevie Foster thought her happy ever after would come easily after saying "I do" to her high school sweetheart at nineteen. But twelve years later, she finds herself divorced, settling into a new home, in a new town, with a new job as an elementary teacher trying to pick up the pieces as she goes. On top of struggling to cope with the future she always wanted versus the one she's been dealt, she soon realizes that her new neighbor is a strict, stone-faced man she's all too familiar with. Lieutenant Colonel Fletcher Miller. The man once in charge of her ex-husband's unit. And as if the reminder across the street of what she lost wasn't painful enough, she also becomes his young son's teacher. A single dad. A divorcee. A second chance at love neither knew they'd get.

A celebrated writer pens an irresistible, candid, and eloquent account of her pursuit of worldly pleasure, spiritual devotion, and what she really wanted out of life.

Her boyfriend cheated on her. Her dream of being a journalist failed. And she even got caught under the bed with a big bad guy watching a live show while on assignment!Heidi really wanted to die!"Be my wife for 3 months and I'll help you make your dreams come true!" The man was bound to get it.Her hands clenched tightly but could only consent, because this asshole had her indecent photos!Three months later."Boss, is the deadline up to get rid of the woman?""Piss off!" He sent the assistant away with a kick.He turned around and petted Nancy, "Honey, let's have another baby, shall we?" This is Book 3 of Chasing wife 99 Times, Boss Love Me Back Home(6 books).

The first major biography of the Carter Family, the musical pioneers who almost single-handedly created the sounds and traditions that grew into modern folk, country, and bluegrass music. Meticulously researched and lovingly written, it is a look at a world and a culture that, rather than passing, has continued to exist in the music that is the legacy of the Carters—songs that have shaped and influenced generations of artists who have followed them. Brilliant in insight and execution, Will You Miss Me When I'm Gone? is also an in-depth study of A.P., Sara, and Maybelle Carter, and their bittersweet story of love and fulfillment, sadness and loss. The result is more than just a biography of a family; it is also a journey into another time, almost another world, and theirs is a story that resonates today and lives on in the timeless music they created.

The United States is the world's leader in fatherless families. Marginalized by society into a distant and unemotional role as the family's bread winner, we are only now beginning to understand the devestating effect of emotionally distant fathers on their daughters' health and well-being-- and for some, even on their spirituality. Millions of women have suffered physical and emotional scars due to absent fathers, and have experienced the painful void not having this vital connection has created. Both authors write from personal experience overcoming emotionally distant fathers, offering practical solutions and hope for healing this emotional and spiritual rift. From how to forgive an abusive father, coping with loneliness, to nuturing healthy relationships, and much more-- this book is a tremendously empowering and enriching journey for women out of sadness and pain, breaking a legacy of loneliness and regret, to a renewed hope for their lives. Included are chapter questions, pages for journaling, and a list of counseling resources.

This is the ill-fated love story of Thoko Mabuza and, the man she loves, Roger Malandela. Thoko, having experienced profound love with Roger had no choices but to “dump” him. Yet, throughout her life Thoko longs for the love she once shared with Roger, who has moved on and is happily married. When a rare opportunity presents itself Thoko tries to rekindle their amazing love. Roger however is not interested. An unsettled and distant friendship does takes place nonetheless between the two that leads to unforeseen and eventful consequences, among life-love vicissitudes of other people with some links to them.

Mother had seen the vultures outside and feared that they would steal Papa away from us. I hugged her tightly, and we sobbed together. Mother shook like a leaf as we cried. She was afraid, very afraid. Then, she blessed me: "You will not experience this. Your husband will not do this evil to you." If I had known then what I know now, I would have asked her, "Mother dear, can you make him your husband? Can you spend some time with him?" I would have said, "Don't leave him alone. Stay with him while we stay with the dogs. They all need our love and protection, men and dogs."