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More than 40 years after it ended, the Vietnam War continues to haunt our country. We still argue over why we were there, whether we could have won, and who was right and wrong in their response to the conflict. When the war divided the country, it created deep political fault lines that continue to divide us today.

Unfortunately, unlike his siblings, Arthur hasn't broken a single, solitary world record! But when the Whipples suffer a spate of catastrophes and a curious amount of attention from a pair of irregularly sized and unusually menacing clowns, Arthur might be the only one who can save his family from losing their collective crown… or worse.

Sharkey Ward commanded 801 Naval Air Squadron, HMS Invincible, during the Falklands war of April to June 1982 and was senior Sea Harrier adviser to the Command on the tactics, direction and progress of the air war. He flew over 60 war missions, achieved three air to air kills, and took part in or witnessed a total of 10 kills; he was also the leading night pilot and was decorated with the Distinguished Service Cross for gallantry.

Some things come easy in life, but this is the hardest situation I could have imagined. The man I love, the broken billionaire Sean Ferro, has finally dropped his guard and opened his heart. He's let me in. He's shared his life and his love. Then the unimaginable happens. One event cascades into another until I'm standing at the shore with blood on my hands, betraying the man I swore to love forever.

Have you ever wondered what could be the most important skill that automatically gives you an edge in nearly any profession? What is the “secret sauce” that makes or brakes the most successful people in career and business? I think you can already guess - it’s communication. And if you don’t know how to talk, most “big doors“ are closed for you!

Just as Avery thinks she finds balance with her position as a call girl and her relationship with Sean, everything changes. The relationships that she has depended on are suddenly gone. After years of friendship, Avery is forced to face the cold hard truth - there is no place for feelings in this kind of business

When Avery learns Sean's dark secret, everything changes. His confession blindsides her. Sean has a shady past, she knew that from the beginning, but this is so much worse than she thought. There's a dangerous side to Sean. It's alluring and frightening at the same time. Avery has to decide if love can overcome anything or if she should protect her heart.

As an 11-year-old child, Zen Buddhist teacher Larry Ward was shot at by the police for playing baseball in the wrong spot. As an adult, he experienced the trauma of having his home firebombed by racists. At Plum Village Monastery in France—the home in exile of his teacher, Vietnamese peace activist and Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh—Dr. Ward found a way to heal. In these short reflective essays, he offers his insights on the effects of racial constructs and answers the question: How do we free ourselves from our repeated cycles of anger, denial, bitterness, pain, fear, violence?

Andy's a recent college graduate with a mountain of debt and a load of regret over earning a degree he'll never use. When he takes a job at a local gay bar, he doesn't expect the first person to catch his eye to be the man he's been dreaming about since a chance encounter. Joshua's comfortable in his life. He has an amazing son who's wise beyond his years, an ex-wife who's one of his best friends, and a great job. Now, if only those closest to him would quit hounding him to start dating again after the divorce.

Could you or someone you know be married to a sociopath? The author of this book was, but it took her twenty years to figure it out. She wrote this book to make sure the same thing doesn’t happen to other people. Onna thought the classmate she married was her Prince Charming—kind, honest, loving, and intellectually vibrant—but she was wrong. That “spark” she felt wasn’t true love, it was a trap—custom designed to ensnare her. Onna’s repayment for investing twenty years into her marriage and unwittingly providing her husband with a façade of normalcy was ongoing gaslighting ...

Sometimes we forget that the Bible is filled with real people that lived real lives as part of humanities real history. Join us as we deep dive into the history surrounding the lives of the people in the Bible and stories we’ve read about them. This bible study podcast is produced in collaboration with Palms Church of Twentynine Palms, California. New Episodes every Monday!

After my second husband bails without a word, I’ve moved back to my hometown, San Marcos, Florida, one of the nation’s oldest cities. I’m here to open a 300-year-old inn, and, hopefully, begin a new life. It turns out the inn comes with ghosts, a decrepit vampire, and a snarky gargoyle. Plus, the paranormal in my genes is going haywire.

In a fast-changing world of bells and whistles and endless notifications, it has become increasingly challenging to maintain focus and adhere to our goals, but with sheer willpower, we can overcome all the noise. With concise, practical, and objective guidance, The Art of Self-Control will liberate you from the bondages of distraction, mental debilitation, and rash compulsions.

Ohio State football news, notes and analysis from Austin Ward, Bill Landis, Jeremy Birmingham and Doug Lesmerises with a focus on breaking news, in-depth analysis, recruiting and everything that matters to Buckeyes fans.

For Tulane University's 2018 commencement, Jesmyn Ward delivered a stirring speech about the value of hard work and the importance of respect for oneself and others. Speaking about the challenges she and her family overcame, Ward inspired everyone in the audience with her meditation on tenacity in the face of hardship.

Six months have passed since Kyle Wimberly and his team helped turn the Dominion back in Harza space. Many of Earth's nations have entered into collaboration agreements with the Iknosan and Harza. While working on an intelligence-gathering mission with alien allies, Kyle and his life partner, Alexandra Reyes, make a discovery that has the potential to change the course of the war. As word of Kyle's activities spread and his popularity soars, the administration retaliates. The politically motivated investigations that follow force him to choose.

Discover effortless camping in national parks with these insider secrets to ignite confidence and create unforgettable moments in nature–even without prior outdoor expertise!

Dean Lockwood learned a terrifying truth at a very young age…that ghosts were real! The Lockwoods weren’t your typical family. For decades, beginning with Dean’s grandparents, they traveled around the country helping others get answers to the unexplainable and horrifying supernatural occurrences they were going through. Dean went through life dealing with ridicule over his family’s history in the paranormal field. One day, he finally hit his breaking point and called out his bullies.

****THIS IS A REVAMPED RE-RELEASE! SAME TITLE, DIFFERENT COVER, UPDATED EDITS.**** Kingston has more secrets than he can keep up with. While still trying to hold on to his bond with Tahleea, he's hit with some blowing news. Thinking he has it all figured out, he finds out that he's not the only one good at finessing his way in and out of a situation. Will he still be able to tie up his lose ends and live happily ever after with his true love? Tahleea is tired of her kindness being taken for a weakness. The person that she trusted the most has betrayed her in the worst way. Will she stay ...

Here are 20 stories that will give you a wide range of steamy situations from sweet first experiences to rough group sex! It’s just a click away, and it’s hot enough to burn!