Stepping On

David Bowie is central to Stepping on the Cracks, a story of growing up, friendship, life’s uncertainties and, of course, David Bowie. Johnny Chalmers, obsessed with the beautiful game, talks us through his teens as he sheds his childhood and becomes a man. Along the way we are taken on a atmospheric journey through the 1970s – from inner city sprawls to the winter of discontent, punks, skinheads...and David Bowie. Stepping on the Cracks starts at the famous last Ziggy concert in 1973, the and final scenes of this evocative story are played out on a back street in London’s West End.

Saying the prayer, “Jesus, I trust in You,” is easy. Living this prayer as Mary did is not so easy. Mary has learned, though, and as a good Mother, teaches us how to trust, take a step along the path to life, and step upon the serpent who brings distrust and death. Stemming from years of personal prayer and lived experience, Fr. Thaddaeus Lancton, MIC, hopes to encourage the reader to take the next step in their own journey with the Lord.

This workbook is based on a traditional recovery program. This workbook is meant to be a self-help manual on your road to recovery. It does not, however, take the place of a professional therapist who is trained in addiction counseling. If you or a loved one is in need of counseling (which is a great tool on this journey) then I encourage you to explore the concept of individual counseling. Joanna Johnson, MSW

In the aftermath of two unusual murders, a psychiatrist enters analysis to try and understand and escape his relentless pursuing past. Driven by guilt, lust and fear, the more he understands his inner world, the less he knows for sure; and the closer and closer he comes to the lips of madness, murder and a terrifying realization about love.

Pardon me, but you’re stepping on my heart is the second volume for the book The Tears Behind My Smile, based on the life of a girl who had been through the worst days of her life and still stood like a queen. She had been mistreated by her loved ones and taken advantage of by the people she had trusted the most. The entire book revolves around her journey in which she saw the true colors of people in her time of need. Although her life-long lessons tore her into pieces, she still learned from them; instead of becoming the victim of everything. Everyone in her surroundings doubted her for not being strong enough and fighting the demons in her life. However, she proved all of them wrong and became the best version of herself. Whomsoever she trusted; always betrayed and wronged her. Thus, she started to be herself and stay away from everyone who claimed to love or look after her. Later, she realized that everyone becomes toxic in their life, but the true survivor is the one who accepts their faults and improves their selves, and she considers the true essence of life. There came a stage in her life where she decided to take steps for all those people, especially women whose voices were manipulated or suppressed due to someone else’s dominance. She also remembered how her ex-husband mistreated and kicked her out of the house, just like her parents did. She still understood his mentality, who had been a victim of abuse from his parents. No matter how many times she had been played, manipulated, wronged, or taken for granted, she never looked back because she had an optimistic approach to seeing things. In addition, in each step of her life, she remained thankful to God, who did not leave her hand in the hard times. She guided her readers to be realistic, no matter what social media is showing them, because, behind the cameras, everyone has to go through something they do not speak of. To get over her past, she made sure to make herself busy at work, where she again saw horrible faces behind the kindest smile. There too, she acted patiently and saw people reaping what they had sown. She remained thankful to her childhood friends, who never left her way and helped her fight her toxic ex-husband. She acknowledged and realized the power of unity and witnessed how it turned the tables. She asked the readers to remain grateful and helpful to the people around us because we never know when we might need their help or concern in this predictable life. Finally, yet importantly, she claimed self-love above all, as when people love themselves, they become contagious towards the better things and people in life. Thus, the main theme is to trust and love yourself, no matter where you are and how others treat you.

The Stepping On program is a community-based falls-prevention program that shows participants how to reduce falls, increase confidence and maintain personal independence. Originally developed in Australia, based on research and scientifically proven to work, the Stepping On program is now internationally recognised as best practice in falls prevention. The Stepping On manual is aimed at health workers with a passion for aged care. It offers a step-by-step guide to running the seven-week group program, plus essential background information. Topics covered include understanding the risk of falls, identifying home hazards, the role of vision in causing and preventing falls, staying safe in public places, strength and balance exercises, and much more. The manual includes a guide to useful resources, handouts for group participants, and suggestions for recruitment and evaluation. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and redesigned to incorporate cutting-edge research, professional feedback, and over fifteen years’ experience of running of the program. As well as the latest fall-prevention research, the revised manual contains an expanded section on working with culturally and linguistically diverse groups, simplified exercises for participants to do at home, and new stories and illustrations. ‘This is an invaluable manual incorporating the latest evidence for falls prevention in the community.’ Professor Lyn March AM, University of Sydney and Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney ‘This new Stepping On manual will be a wonderful resource for many health professionals like myself who work with patients who have had falls and fractures. It is definitely my “go-to” resource in our very busy clinic!’ Lillias Nairn, North Shore Ryde Health Service A range of handouts and supplementary materials are available for download. Please click on the Table of Contents tab for links to download the supplementary materials.

In a small Southern town in 1944, two girls secretly help a seriously ill army deserter, a decision that changes their perceptions of right and wrong. Issues of moral ambiguity and accepting consequences for actions are thoughtfully considered in this deftly crafted story.

Poor Sumi Kitamura... Her irresponsible older brother Eisuke keeps bringing home orphans for her to take care of even though they can barely afford their own basic needs! Just when Sumi's financial problems become dire, wealthy Soichiro Ashida enters her life with a bizarre proposition: he'll provide her with the money she so desperately needs if she agrees to marry him. But can Sumi fool high society into thinking she's a proper lady? Moreover, is it worth giving up everything for this sham of a marriage? -- VIZ Media