Unusual New Book Just in Time for National Recreation and Parks Month -Soccer-Playing Horse Will Enthrall Young Travelers
(ContentDesk) August 1, 2005 -- Author Dan A. Peterson emphasizes teamwork in his debut novel, "Fergus, The Soccer-Playing Colt" (Raven Publishing Inc., $9, 178 pages, ISBN 0-9714161-7-6). Portraying many points of view including those of the horse and his twelve-year-old master, Dan brings to life a unique colt who finds his talents as a soccer goalkeeper. Fergus's nationwide tour to promote soccer brings instant fame, but not without peril. The greedy designs of a modern western outlaw and his colorful sidekicks lend humor, suspense, and cowboy mystique, as Fergus is "horse-napped." Forlorn, he finds an unlikely friend in a dog, Bouncer, showing that companionship can work wonders.
"Fergus can be an object lesson in maintaining your identity in the most difficult of times," says Mr. Peterson."I think a horse possesses something akin to self-worth. I know a horse can become depressed. My gelding went through a state of depression when orphaned as a foal and later when he lost his stable mate. Yet he maintained his identity and self-worth, allowing him to survive.
Likewise, through a bad situation, Fergus managed to stay true to his core values as evidenced by his affection for and protection of Bouncer during their journey towards the Sierra Diablo Mountains. Once the protector and nurturer, Bouncer becomes the protected and nurtured. So not only did Fergus retain his identity of basic goodness, he expanded it." Mr. Peterson explains.
"Fergus The Soccer-Playing Colt" reflects the author's impressive expertise and experience, offering interesting information about some of the most famous ball parks and stadiums in the United States along the way," says Carla L.
Verderame of ForeWord Magazine.With a degree in Journalism and a minor in English, Peterson has served as editor for three trade publications, evaluated curricula for Behavioral Research Laboratories and the Dallas Independent School District, and developed curricula for Thiokol Chemical Corportation. He currently serves as a representative for various educational publishers and, with his wife Birdeen, is co-owner of Alphabet Station educational supply stores in Salt Lake City and Orem, Utah. Dan and Birdeen reside in Sandy, Utah.National Recreation and Parks Month (July) has been celebrated since 1985 to invite participation in quality leisure activities and to showcase parks and recreation.For information on the author: http://www.ravenpublishing.net/Dan_A_Peterson.html. To schedule an interview or to request a review copy," please call Angela Kelly at (406)580-3747..
Are Your Beliefs Spoiling Your Life?
Copyright 2006 Christopher Green
Throughout your life, you have formed a set of values and meanings to make sense of the world you live in. These values and meanings constitute your beliefs and your beliefs are what you hold to be true about life. Your beliefs are at the core of your existence and you wouldn't be the person you are now without them.
Beliefs are very important. The only reason you act and behave the way you do is because of your beliefs. For example, people who believe in God will act in a way conducive with their belief ? praying or going to church for example.
If you don't believe in a God, it is very unlikely you'll pray to one.
This pattern follows in most areas of our lives and here are three very powerful beliefs that can hurt you and spoil your quality of life. They are beliefs common to stress, anxiety and depression and they underpin these illnesses. Do you hold any or all of the following beliefs:
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Herbal Acne Solutions
For centuries, acne has been the bane of human beings - especially teens. Acne affects over 40 million Americans. Acne has a far-reaching effect on individuals. Social withdrawal, lowered self-esteem, depression and lack of self-confidence are common among its victims. Hundreds of remedies have been tested over the years.
These fall into three basic categories ? commercial chemical and antibiotic cures, homegrown remedies and commercial herbal treatment. Most people agree that chemical-based formulas provide fairly good results. However, they require time to work, and the chemicals used in these products could damage the skin. However, they require time to work, and the chemicals used in these products could damage the skin.
Homegrown remedies are wide-ranging and at times bizarre. Desperate acne sufferers seeking overnight relief have concocted them.
Most of the remedies recommended in this category use the contents of kitchen and bathroom ingredients and...
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How We Block Out Sex And Love Energy Can Be a Matter of Life and Death
Philadelphia, PA (ContentDesk) April 1, 2004 -- "Studies have confirmed that an active sex life is associated with longer life, better physical health, and a fuller sense of personal worth, potential, and well-being." notes Susan Lark MD. It is common knowledge that loving relationships are crucial to our overall health and sense of well being.To licensed psychologist, Dr. Doris Jeanette , "Sex & Love" columnist for New Visions Magazine, this is old hat.
She has been teaching people how to open their hearts to sex and love energies since 1975. The old Philadelphia Welcomat editors used to make fun of her Erotic Living (TM) Classes but lately the Philadelphia Inquirer has called her "the Siren of Spontaneity." "I find that people are now actively interested in learning how they can have peak experiences solo or with others," muses Jeanette.
Essene, a Philadelphia health food store, is featuring Doris Jeanette on Wed. night April 21, 7:00 PM. Her speech "How We Block Out...
How We Block Out Sex And Love Energy Can Be a Matter of Life and Death
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Depression After Delivery (DAD) is a nonprofit, national postpartum depression education/support organization
July 12, 2004, Raritan, NJ?The organization known as D.A.D. is asking for help. Depression After Delivery Inc., a national nonprofit providing support, education, and referral to families at risk during ante- and postpartum depression and related illnesses, is seeking to strengthen partnerships and collaborations so as to reach its 20th anniversary next year and beyond.Since its founding in 1985 by Nancy Berchtold, a Pennsylvania woman who experienced
postpartum complications, it has helped thousands of families with ante- and postpartum depression/psychosis (PPD) that, if unrecognized or inadequately treated, can result in tragic outcomes. D.A.D. offers a toll-free line, 1-800-944-4PPD, for families and professionals to obtain information.
It offers parent packs with national volunteer phone support network and support group listings, a national professional referral registry, professional pack with screening tools as well as publications and an educational video. D...
Depression After Delivery (DAD) is a nonprofit, national postpartum depression education/support organization
Depression > Depression After Delivery (DAD) is a nonprofit, national postpartum depression education/support organization