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Accompagner un proche en fin de vie demande plus que des mots : une présence, une écoute, des gestes. The Nature of the Journey vous guide pas à pas pour transformer ce moment en une expérience de connexion profonde et de soutien partagé.

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This captivating story is one about one man's journey to achieve success in his small town, by putting his family values first and letting the dough rise.In Let Rise, Adam Loo takes readers on an exhilarating journey from growing up in a family farm to establishing his own unique farm-to-table business in the heart of his home province of Prince Edward Island. Setting out on a journey of entrepreneurship not for the faint of heart, Adam shares lessons he learned through culinary school; and his culinary Olympic team journey, all the while navigating the losses of his father, brother, and more.With vulnerability and conviction, Adam reveals the pivotal moments in his life, both triumphant and painful, that shaped the renowned chef he has become, whether braving the storm of family conflicts, his unforgiving battle with perfectionism and struggles with loss - affected his aspirations to create a unique business edge. Each page is filled with raw emotion and insight.A story of hope, determination, and the never-ending commitment to make a difference, Let Rise is more than a memoir, it's an invitation to create your own journey with all of the chaos, trials and tribulations, successes, and surprises that come with it.

In this candid memoir, Lindsay Ireland evolves from an eleven-year-old girl, grappling with a devastating autoimmune diagnosis, into a young woman struggling to love a body that has continuously failed her. As she navigates adulthood, she confronts the compounding challenges of an invisible illness, ultimately receiving a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). Despite her health struggles, Lindsay emerges as a mother and wife fighting to reclaim her sense of self and visibility in a world that often overlooks those suffering in silence.Lindsay Ireland enjoyed an idyllic childhood, including summers in Vermont with her movie-star aunt and uncle, Jill Ireland and Charles Bronson. One day, everything changed when Lindsay noticed blood in her stool. Suddenly, Lindsay found herself confined to a sterile hospital room, enduring invasive tests, intravenous treatments, and, ultimately, a life-saving ostomy surgery.Through honesty and courage, Lindsay's story sheds light on the hidden costs of sickness and the importance of embracing vulnerability and help. This memoir of resilience is a call to recognize the unseen struggles of those battling chronic conditions and to foster compassion and understanding for the intersections of physical and mental health-and where their limits lie.

"Madre devota che ha lavorato duramente per insegnare a suo figlio autistico molte abilità, oggi il figlio di Rita Miceli vive una vita piena, con un lavoro che gli piace davvero. Attraverso la sua pratica di tolleranza e pazienza, Rita ci insegna che l'autismo non può essere curato, ma può essere accompagnato." Temple Grandin, Professoressa e Autrice di Thinking in Pictures: My Life with AutismPREMIO D'ORO 2024 PER LA SAGGISTICA della Nonfiction Authors Association In Giaci and Me, l'autrice e madre Rita Miceli condivide le sfide e i trionfi legati alla diagnosi di autismo di suo figlio Giaci, dalla sua prima infanzia fino all'adolescenza avanzata e oltre.Un racconto dei pensieri più intimi, delle realizzazioni e delle paure di Rita, questo memoir di devozione profonda e perseveranza incrollabile rappresenta una risorsa preziosa per ispirare, incoraggiare e sostenere i genitori di bambini autistici, affinché possano continuare il proprio cammino sapendo di non essere soli.Con oltre mezzo milione di follower a livello globale su TikTok, Giaci e le sue sorelle stanno avendo un grande impatto condividendo la loro gioia per la vita felice che lui conduce.

"Mère dévouée qui a travaillé sans relâche pour enseigner de nombreuses compétences à son fils autiste, Rita Miceli voit aujourd'hui son fils vivre une vie épanouie avec un emploi qu'il aime vraiment. À travers sa pratique de la tolérance et de la patience, Rita nous enseigne que l'autisme ne peut pas être guéri, mais qu'il est possible de vivre avec et de le comprendre" Temple Grandin, Distinguished Professor and Author of Thinking in Pictures: My Life with AutismPRIX D'OR 2024 DU LIVRE DE NON-FICTION décerné par la Nonfiction Authors Association Dans Giaci and Me, l'auteure et mère Rita Miceli partage les défis et les triomphes liés au diagnostic d'autisme de son fils Giaci, depuis sa petite enfance jusqu'à son adolescence avancée et au-delà. Récit des pensées les plus intimes, des prises de conscience et des peurs de Rita, ce mémoire d'une dévotion farouche et d'une persévérance inébranlable constitue une ressource essentielle pour inspirer, encourager et soutenir les parents d'enfants autistes, afin qu'ils puissent poursuivre leur propre parcours en sachant qu'ils ne sont pas seuls.Avec plus d'un demi-million d'abonnés dans le monde sur TikTok, Giaci et ses soeurs ont un impact considérable en partageant la joie de la vie épanouie qu'il mène.

"I felt connected to the street girls, as if our silent smiles spoke a thousand words between us." Sometimes painful and at other times shocking, the stories in On the Edge of Being are still hopeful. The world that Afghan women inhabit in this memoir illuminates the split between body and voice - a split that has wrought a devastating impact on the women of Afghanistan.The daughter of a progressive Afghan governor, Sharifa Sharif observes from an early age that life for women - both within and beyond the walls of their homes - is neither simple nor fair. As she navigates the rocky terrain of what it means to be a woman in Afghan society, Sharif candidly connects her own troubling experiences with those of girls and women around her: those who appeal to her father for justice, those who work as servants in her friends' homes, and those of her own mother, whose inability to alter the restrictions in her own life evokes both anger and empathy.From her childhood travels through the poorest provinces in Afghanistan to life as a schoolteacher and an immigrant student in North America, Sharifa strives to define her identity through her experiences of marginality - and learns to reclaim her body and herself.First published in 2011, On the Edge of Being is more pertinent than ever as girls in Afghanistan continue to survive against all odds. In her new prologue, Sharifa reminds her readers that the people of Afghanistan are paying the price - no matter which government, ideology, or side is at fault.

-The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet is a heartwarming series about a playful and adventurous rescue dog and his owner, the author Elizabeth Retter. -The Dog in the Deli is the first book in The Adventures of Easton the Rescue Pet series and there are two more books coming in 2025. -Set during the pandemic, Easton wakes up to hear there may be a meat shortage. Taking matters into his own paws, he escapes to the local deli. Easton's family, the deli and it's customers have no idea what they are in for.  -Liz is from Ohio and travels to the US frequently, she is a pro at school events and sets them up wherever she goes. She can travel to Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Cleveland. Liz will also be in Naples, Florida in November. -Easton has his own theme song that can be found on the author's website. -There are not many children's books on rescue pets and this would be a great fit for pet supply stores and vet offices.

"A devoted mother who has worked hard to teach her autistic son many skills, Rita Miceli's autistic son now lives a full life with a job he really likes. Through her practice of tolerance and patience, Rita teaches us that autism cannot be cured, but it can be worked with." Temple Grandin, Distinguished Professor and Author of Thinking in Pictures: My Life with Autism2024 GOLD NONFICTION BOOK AWARD by the Nonfiction Authors AssociationIn Giaci and Me, author and mother Rita Miceli shares the challenges and triumphs that came with her son Giaci's autism diagnosis, from his early childhood to his late teen years and beyond. A narrative of Rita's innermost thoughts, realizations, and fears, this memoir of fierce devotion and unwavering perseverance offers a much-needed resource to inspire, encourage and support parents of autistic children so they can continue their own journey knowing they are not alone. With more than a half-million global followers on TikTok, Giaci and his sisters are making a big impact as they share their delight in the joyful life he leads.

-First of three books in series "Tales for Big Feelings'', the second book on co-regulation, Reg Takes a Trip is coming out September 2024. The third book on growth mindset is out Spring 2025. -Reg Goes Swimming is a book with a message that supports parents and children in learning how to self-regulate their emotions. -Reg is a bear whose name rhymes with EGG! He likes to climb trees, eat snacks and sleep. Most of all, Reg loves to swim in the creek. One day as he heads out, he notices that a few obstacles stand in his way. How will Reg react to the challenges of the day ahead? -Perfect book to be used for bibliotherapy with counselors and psychologists and helpful for caregivers who may be subject to tiredness and overwhelm at times. -Written by an experienced counselor and mom of 4, the last spread includes tips for parents and educators. -The book uses 3 proven techniques that are easy for families to remember: Positive Self Talk: This is the inner voice that influences the way we see ourselves as an individual, as well as how we view ourselves in relation to the people and world around us. The use of positive self-talk is a way to show self-compassion for what we are experiencing. Reg uses positive self-talk to bolster his courage when finding a snack. Breathing: Belly breathing is a method of deep breathing to release stress, tension, and worry through muscle relaxation. Counting facilitates focus and calm. Reg uses paced breathing while he waits out the storm. Reframing: This is a way of thinking that alters thought patterns and how one considers and reflects upon one's choices. Reg uses reframing when he encounters the bear cub and loses a race. -Lori Gard, M.Sc, M.Ed, has a masters degree from the University of West Alabama. She is a writer, a Certified Counselor, and certified Solution Focused Brief Therapist with CCPC Global. She has written articles for Huffington Post.

No matter how long ago your loved one died, your grief matters. In this unique collection, Angela Morris suspends time. She lets us know that we have earned the quiet, private moments that we need to move through -not past-our grief. In a culture that demands us to be "better", Angela Morris leaves the space for us to repose in truths, tending to our hearts as we deal with the hardest knocks of life. Whether you have lost a family member or a friend, Angela Morris gives you permission to walk the path with her, illuminating her own grief in the desperate, the tempestuous, and even the comic moments that life can pull you through, as you heal your grieving heart.

WINNER OF THE 2023 HERITAGE RECOGNITION AWARD by Museum and Heritage Prince Edward Island/Musee et patrimoine Ile-du-Prince-EdouardThe title, Unhistoric Acts, is inspired by the work of unheralded women in the 18th-century novel Middlemarch by George Elliot. Unhistoric Acts is a first hand account by long time advocate for the women's movement Dianne Porter. Women's equality in Prince Edward Island took time and tireless effort by numerous unsung heroes. Working together as a force for change, Porter honours the 'unsung heroes' of the movement with profiles of front-liners in the fields of early childhood education, politics and social services, which collectively were able to transform the landscape.This social history takes the reader on a journey of progression in politics and social reform. As an advocate for change and a political advisor in the 1980s, Porter brings us behind-the-scenes to the conversations that finally put women's equality on Prince Edward Island on the table - women in the workforce, child care, and setting up basic minimum standards. This book will serve as an important historical document and primary source in the field of women's studies.Cover art by Ontario artist Beverley Hawksley.

"A moving love letter to generational family bonds, shining through tender prose and complementary visuals."-Kirkus Reviews Set against the salty breeze and red cliffs of Prince Edward Island. Ahoy Mate Ahoy! Miss Molly Molloy is a lyrical tale of love, legacy and the special bond between father and daughter. Each morning, they cast their lines into the sea-but it's not only fish they're reeling in. With every tide and tangled net, their connection deepens, tied fast like the Celtic knot that binds their hearts. Told in playful rhyme and gentle rhythm, this heartwarming story celebrates family traditions, island life, and the unbreakable threads that hold us together. Ahoy Mate Ahoy! Miss Molly Molloy is a joyful tribute to the magic of the ocean, the wisdom of a father's hands, and the timeless passing of traditions from one generation to the next.

Yo ho! A pirate prizes, Watching how the treasure rises. Meet Precious Pearl, a bold, big-hearted pirate girl who sails the seven seas-stealing treasure only to give it away just as fast. For Pearl, riches are meant to be shared, not stashed. But when she crosses paths with Prince Basil, Pearl's life takes a turn quicker than you can say "shiver me timbers!" What follows is a high-seas adventure filled with mischief, courage, and unexpected friendship. Along the way, Pearl discovers that the greatest treasure of all isn't gold or jewels-but something far more valuable.

What happens when one motherhood begins just as another is lost? In a world that glorifies motherhood and shuns grief, Milk Teeth explores the visceral collision of becoming a mother while mourning one. Told through a hybrid form as fragmented and nonlinear as grief itself, this bold collection reclaims story from silence and reshapes the narrative of maternal identity. Navigating postpartum depression, complex grief, and the ache of "secondary losses," Milk Teeth challenges the myth of the maternal monolith. With lyrical urgency and structural innovation, the author exposes the systemic forces that shame, silence, and isolate women-especially in their most tender and transformative moments. At once a love letter to mothering and a lamentation of loss, Milk Teeth is a raw, necessary contribution to the conversation on grief, memory, and the power of telling our truths.

Birth of a Hippie is a heartfelt graphic memoir that begins in the Prairies, as JoDee Samuelson, the youngest daughter of a Baptist minister-begins to search for her place in the world. Through her enchanting illustrations and witty storytelling, JoDee chronicles life on the Canadian prairies. Ultimately JoDee's journey takes her from Alberta to Prince Edward Island. In telling her story, JoDee blends humor, heart, and introspection. Birth of a Hippie recounts JoDee's coming of age story from Prairie girl to be an independent spirit, back-to-the-lander, and health-food pioneer in a small Island on the East Coast. This graphic novel explores themes of family, identity, and self-discovery-offering an intimate glimpse into the life of a woman finding her place in an ever-changing world. Perfect for fans of LGBTQ2+ narratives and those interested in the history of the back-to-the-land movement, Birth of a Hippie is both a personal story and a universal exploration of roots, resilience, and belonging.

In this philosophical exploration, Mi'kmaq Elder George Paul shares his traditional knowledge with those on a quest to better understand themselves and the world around them. Practiced and maintained by North American Indigenous tribes since time immemorial, this search for spirituality is informed by traditional knowledge, oral tradition and the use of symbols relating to our environment and to our universe. From the ceremonial to the sacred, George Paul meditates on the Indigenous legends, stories and designs of his ancient ancestors that offer new prospects to a modern population all across Turtle Island who are hungry to look inward.With creation stories, buffalo sage and tapping into our spirit guides, Sacred Thought: Mi'kmaq Meditations for our Times is a book for those who are looking for balance and peace of mind in the chaos and confusion that govern the world today.