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Neill Cullane is a closeted 21-year-old who lives,in two worlds, light-years and short drive in his,VW beetle apart. at home he's a dutiful son,devoted to his brother, whose battle with cancer,has pulled his family reluctantly together. But in,the shadows of the San Francisco underworld, Neill,finds release with his secret lover Vince Malone,a beautiful junky/philosopher, whose burning,desire for truth lights the path Neill always knew,he'd travel. Through him, Neill learns honesty,love and the courage to confront his family in the,face of tragedy and loss.
Summary about this story: "Teddy and Lucy's Nighttime Adventures" is a sweet story that does a great job of combining the timeless magic of friendship with the magical world of a child's imagination. Teddy the special teddy bear lives in a warm cottage at the top of a cute town. As the moon rises high in the night sky, Teddy comes to life and has crazy adventures in the nearby magical woods. Lucy, a four-year-old who got Teddy as a gift, is his best friend. During the day, Teddy is Lucy's loyal friend, but when night falls, he goes for his magical adventure in the woods. Every night, when Teddy goes on an adventure, he meets magical creatures like fairies, old owls, fireflies, and friendly squirrels. Every time Teddy makes a new friend, he learns something new about being brave, being kind, and the wonders of nature. Every time Teddy and Lucy go on an adventure together, they learn more about the beauty of the magical forest, how important friendship is, and how creative they can be. They make memories that will last a long time, and sometimes they even go back to the woods where they spent their childhoods. As Lucy gets older, she goes into the magical woods less often. Teddy hasn’t changed, though. He keeps going on his nighttime adventures and making new friends. Their bond has stood the test of time, and the magic of the forest has always been the setting for their adventures together. At the end of the story, a moving lesson about the power of love, creativity, and friendship is told. It reminds us that even though life's seasons change, the relationships we make and the goals we have for our children may last. "Teddy and Lucy's Nighttime Adventures" is a celebration of childlike innocence, lasting friendships, and the magic that comes to life under the moon's protective light. Readers of all ages will find comfort in this timeless story, which will make them wonder and believe in the power of friendship. The story begins: On top of a small, ivy-covered house in a peaceful and beautiful part of the world was a room that was anything but ordinary. This room was a cozy haven where it seemed like time stopped and the worries of the outside world went away. In the middle of this room was a small teddy bear named Teddy. Inside Teddy's cozy, well-lit body was a charming story waiting to be solved. Teddy wasn't like other toy animals because he could do magic. Instead, he was one of a kind. He was a much-loved pet, and his soft, silky fur showed that he had been stroked and cuddled a lot. Even though he kept his warm, friendly gaze on him, there was a hint of mystery in his button eyes. It was a secret that only the stars and moon knew. At that moment, when the moon's silvery light covered the whole world, Teddy changed. At first, Teddy's soft body would move almost slowly as the night sky darkened and the first stars began to shine, as if in answer to a call from heaven. Then he would wake up, and with a stretch of his hairy limbs and a barely noticeable yawn, he would enter a world where he was alive. During that magic hour, the moonlight and thoughts turned the room into a theater where a story was told. Teddy moved with the flow of life, which gave his stiff arms a soft, elegant feel. His button eyes, which had been pretty before, now sparkled with mischievous interest. During these times, Teddy came to life. His very being was tied to the waves of the world at night. Every night, Teddy's adventures took place in a cute house that was a quiet place of refuge. Time had left its mark on the wooden beams, and each of the old things on the walls had its own story. Warm and welcoming, the room had lace curtains that let the silvery moonlight shine through and make beautiful patterns on the wooden floor. A loved, old rocking chair was set up next to the window. Its soft creaks blended in with the sound of the falling stars. Teddy's life grew up in this beautiful country setting. His life on the moon wasn't boring at all. It was a strange world where it was hard to tell what was possible and what was not. In the quiet of the night, Teddy went on adventures that most people could only make up for. As he went into the unknown, his reliable friend, the moon, kept watch over him. Its bright light guided him. Teddy went into worlds just outside the house, where it kept an eye on him. Behind the window was the magical forest, a mysterious place with old trees and hidden secrets. It drew him in with the promise of excitement and the promise of secrets just waiting to be found. As soon as Teddy set foot on the forest floor, he heard the sounds of nature, such as leaves rustling, insects singing, and even the occasional hoot of an old owl. Deep in this magical forest, Teddy met animals that were smart and funny. The wise old owl, who was a guardian of the night, gave him advice in the form of puzzles and proverbs. Teddy listened carefully and realized that the woods were full of secrets he could never have imagined. Teddy found a secret pond deeper in the woods. The surface of the pond was lit up by the soft, dreamy glow of fireflies. As these tiny animals danced on the smooth surface of the water, they made a sparkling light show. Teddy was amazed by how beautiful they were, so he started to dance with them, moving and shining in their company. The night was filled with the sound of the fireflies' laughter as they greeted him as one of them. They looked like tiny stars. Teddy did not only go on trips by himself. Along the way, he made friends with the forest's people. When Sammy, a friendly squirrel, was looking for his lost nuts, he met Teddy, who reminded him of himself. As a group, they went on a journey, putting a lot of acorns in Sammy's storehouse and getting closer to each other through kind acts. As Teddy's experiences in the enchanted woods went on, he started to think of it as his second home. Every night, something new happened that showed the magic that grew in the soft light of the moon. Teddy the teddy bear's life started in that cozy room at the top of the charming house. It was a story of wonder and magic, where the ordinary became magical and the moonlit hours promised endless adventures in the middle of a magical world. In the quiet of those moonlit nights, when the rest of the world was asleep and the moon was shining, Teddy's change was nothing short of magical. Teddy would wake up from a peaceful sleep as soon as he saw the moonlight shining through the lace curtains and giving the room a soft, dreamy glow. He would wake up with a feeling of excitement that was almost palpable. His moves were like a waltz of cotton padding and soft toys. It was amazing to see how the bear went from being a sleepy, cuddly animal to a lively, active soul. Teddy's furry limbs moved with an obvious grace, as if he were welcoming the endless possibilities of the night and shaking off the sleepiness of his daytime life. The dance was put together in complete silence, so that only the moon and the quietest night sounds could be heard. But the sparkle in Teddy's button eyes showed what Teddy's charm was really about. Those eyes no longer have the innocent look they had during the day. Instead, they have a mean look on them. They held the knowledge of many moonlit adventures, the promise of more crazy ones to come, and a whole world of secrets. Teddy finished his change with one last stretch and a yawn that seemed to match the quiet of the evening. He was no longer just a stuffed animal; he was now a live, breathing person who did cute things. He seemed to have taken on the power of the moonlight, giving him a vitality that went against the rules of the everyday world. When Teddy got out of bed, he felt like he was going into a dream world he had made himself. He walked lightly, almost ethereally, on the wooden floor with his velvety, smooth paws. The room that used to be his refuge and place of peace was now where he went to start his nighttime adventures. Every night held the promise of a new adventure or discovery, and Teddy's heart would beat faster as he got ready to go into the unknown. Teddy would jump across the room when he got more energy. He couldn't see what was making him act so silly. He jumped out of bed at a speed that didn't match his appearance of wealth. He landed with a soft, almost quiet thud, as if the air itself were cushioning his steps. Teddy's spirit of youth was most clear during these bursts of energy. Teddy's adventures at night took place in the room, which was lit by the soft, silvery light of the moon. During the day, the lace curtains let in just the right amount of light and cast beautiful patterns of light and shadow on the wooden floor. The walls were covered with old photos and items that looked like they were whispering stories from long ago that tied in with Teddy's own adventures. One of the most cherished things in the room was a well-loved rocking chair with curved wooden arms that had seen many hours of soothing motion. In the dark, the chair seemed to come to life. It swayed softly, as if it were filled with the same magic that Teddy was. Teddy's world became calmer when the chair creaked in a way that sounded like a song and went well with the music of the night. Teddy's magic, though, went beyond the walls of the room. Behind the window with the lace curtains was the door to his real playroom, a beautiful forest. The forest pulled him in with its old trees, each of which held secrets and told stories of the past through its bark. As soon as Teddy stepped onto the forest floor, he seemed to have left the everyday world behind. There were secrets, rhythms, and puzzles that could only be found in the magical forest. As Teddy went down, the sound of rustling leaves greeted him. Every step he took was an offer to find out about the secrets that were waiting for him. He was surrounded by the nighttime music of the forest, which included the soft rustling of leaves, the chirping of crickets, and the loud hoots of an old owl sitting in the trees. Deep in this magical world, Teddy met animals that were smart and funny. The wise old owl, a watcher of the night, welcomed Teddy with a knowing hoot, as if he knew Teddy was special in the world of moonlit adventures. Teddy paid close attention to the owl's secret information and realized that the forest was full of puzzles he had never thought of. Teddy found a secret pond deeper in the woods. The surface of the pond was lit up by the soft, dreamy glow of fireflies. These tiny organisms danced on the water's mirror-like surface like live lanterns, making a show of sparkling light. Teddy was amazed by how beautiful they were, so he started to dance with them, moving and shining in their company. The night was filled with the sound of the fireflies' laughter as they greeted him as one of them. They looked like tiny stars. Teddy did not go on his trips all by himself. Along the way, he made friends with the forest's people. When Sammy, a friendly squirrel, was looking for his lost nuts, he met Teddy, who reminded him of himself. Together, they went on a journey that led to a lot of acorns being put in Sammy's storehouse and made their friendship stronger through acts of kindness. Teddy's steady friend and the moon's watchful eye helped him get through these lovely nights. Its sparkling brightness lit its way and made the forest, and its people look like they were in heaven. Teddy, on the other hand, took the light of the moon as his own and let it guide him when he went exploring at night. So, Teddy's life turned into a fascinating story of magic and change in that small room at the top of the cottage, where the ordinary became special and the moonlit hours promised endless adventures at the center of a magical world. The soft glow of the moonlight gave the room an otherworldly beauty that made even the most ordinary things look a little bit magical. Now that Teddy was awake and aware, he became this charm. Under the light of the moon, his soft hair, which had been caressed with love all day, looked almost ethereal. It looked like it was covered in stardust, as if it had soaked up the light of the moon.
"First published in slightly different form as Housecleaning in 2007 by Southern Tier Editions/The Haworth Press" -- T.p. verso.
It's time for Hailey Grant to listen to her heart and determine her future. . . Following in her big sister Hayden's footsteps, Hailey Grant is attending Western Smith College. But, unlike her sister, Hailey's torn about becoming a sister of Beta Gamma Pi--especially since it seems the Betas don't want her best friend, Teddi, to pledge. Their friendship is already tense because of Hailey's crush on Covin Randall, Teddi's rival for Student Government Association President. Hailey sees how Covin is making a difference on campus and when he challenges her to do the same, she's convinced that Covin is the right candidate--for president and her heart. With Teddi's friendship on the line, Hailey realizes it's time to make some tough decisions. Good thing she has her faith to guide her. . .
The Mammoth Who Loved to Paint Summary: "The Mammoth Who Loved to Paint," a cute children's book, is about a young mammoth named Marvin who feels alone in a world that values toughness and power more than anything else. Marvin, like the other mammoths in his group, finds that he is very good at painting. This makes him happy and makes him stand out. At the start of the story, Marvin's big, clumsy feet break some bright berries in the forest. He is drawn to a rock with a bright stain from berries that have been crushed. He makes his first painting by spreading the colors with his tail. For Marvin, this is both an exciting and scary time of discovery because he thinks his friends might not be as excited about art as he is. When Marvin meets Ellie, a fellow giant who hides her love of music, he keeps exploring his gift behind closed doors. They become close friends because they help each other out and like the same things. Because of their friendship, which gets stronger over time, Marvin finally gets up the nerve to show his art to the cattle. The story ends with the Full Moon Gathering, a party where the whole community comes together. Marvin chooses to show the herd his art after Ellie tells him to do so. He paints a big, bright picture at the party while Ellie plays a nice song that goes well with his work. The herd is shocked at first, but after being moved by Marvin's painting's beauty and emotion, they start to show their support and thanks for each other right away. The story ends when Marvin's gift is accepted and enjoyed by the group. Marvin and Ellie did a great job and were brave. The old giant tells them that sharing and appreciating their unique gifts makes them very strong. Other mammoths are inspired by Marvin to show off their own hidden skills, which improves the cultural life of the group. "The Mammoth Who Loved to Paint" is a story about friendship, making friends, and finding out who you are. It teaches young readers how important it is to be yourself, have a range of interests, and follow your dreams. Marvin's journey from being alone and scared to being accepted and involved in his community is a powerful reminder that everyone has something special to offer, no matter how strange they may seem. Chapter 1: Marvin's Discovery of Color Marvin was different from the other young mammoths in his group. Littler and nicer, he seemed to be more interested in everything around him. Marvin got lost from his group one bright and sunny morning because he was curious and liked to try new things. Birds singing and leaves rustling were the only sounds you could hear in the woods. He looked around some more and found a bush that stood out from the rest. It was covered in bright red berries that looked so good. As an interested mammoth, Marvin had to touch the strange nuts. He reached out and gave one a soft touch with his trunk. He was shocked when it blew up and bright red juice flew everywhere it touched. The juice had made a pretty, colorful line on the gray rock next to the plant. Marvin was stunned by the beautiful show of colors. It looks like he found a valuable secret inside the common red fruit in there. After making this wonderful find, Marvin had to touch more berries. This time, he swept his big, soft tail through the plants. The red on the rock turned blue, yellow, and green as more berries popped under light pressure. When the colors got close together, they mixed to make new colors like orange, purple, and blue. He swung his tail back and forth, painting the nature scene with each stroke. Marvin was amazed. Marvin learned how much he liked the colors when he used the berries to paint. They were very different from the duller colors of the mammoth group and the normal browns and grays of the forest. His heart was drawn to the bright colors that sparkled in the sun, Marvin thought. Marvin was interested, so he kept trying new things. He squished a lot of berries together to make new colors. He found that some of the berries turned into a happy, bright orange, while others turned into a deep, rich purple. Marvin was thrilled every time he found a new color. Marvin got lost in the berries and forgot how much time had passed. As the sun moved across the sky, it brought out the beauty of his rock art. The colors sparkled in the warm afternoon sun, and Marvin was so happy that he had turned some ordinary berries from the trees into something so beautiful. Marvin thought this was a turning point. He had a hidden love for painting and colors that came easily to him, like how he naturally swung his trunk and blew trumpets. There was, however, a hint of uneasiness. How did those around it see it? Instead of being creative and coming up with new ideas, they valued being big and strong. Even though Marvin knew his new love was special, it brought him a lot of happiness. He was scared, but Marvin decided he couldn't give up drawing, which he had recently become very interested in. He couldn't have ignored the colors or how much happiness they gave him. He made up his mind to come back to this spot with the bright berries and keep painting whenever he could get away from the crowd. When Marvin went back to see his family that day, he felt good inside and his steps were easy. He began to understand a very important truth about himself as he discovered the joys of color and art. He learned that it was okay to be different and that being interested and willing to try new things can sometimes lead to amazing finds. Even though Marvin was small, he had a big heart and an even bigger love for painting. He had a lot of good days ahead of him after this trip. Each color he made was a step toward accepting himself, and each flick of his tail across the stones in the forest was a step toward living out his unique fate. Chapter 2: The First Wisp. Marvin was a big, creative young man who was always coming up with new ideas. Having fun with berries in the woods had made him love colors, and he couldn't wait to try something even better. He found a big, flat rock that looked like it would be great for his first piece of art. Marvin went up to the rock with interest and purpose, and the berries were still dripping down his tail. As Marvin stood in front of the rock, he dug his tail into a new spot of broken berries. Then he started painting very slowly and without much care. With such ease, his tail moved across the rock's surface, leaving behind beautiful color streaks. With each stroke, he drew wavy lines that moved across the rock like bright rivers. Bright blue streaks and bright yellow made a green that looked like it sparkled in the sun. As the color changed from red to purple, Marvin thought of the flowers that bloomed for a short time in the spring. A small bird had flown down to check things out, but Marvin was drawing and didn't see it. The bright colors on the rock caught the bird's eye, and it moved quickly toward it. It got closer when it saw a mammoth using its tail as a brush. With a curious chirp, the bird turned its head to the side to look at Marvin's picture. It asked, "What are you doing?" Marvin stopped, and his tail was an array of colors. He turned around and saw a small bird watching him. Marvin, excited to have an audience, said, "I'm painting! I found these berries and saw that they could make beautiful colors, so I decided to use them to make something special." The bird hopped closer, its little beak opening a little in surprise.
Summary about this story: "Barbie's Dreamhouse Adventures" is a touching story that takes place in a beautiful town between hills and a river. A little girl named Barbie lives in this beautiful town. She is known all over the world for being kind, creative, and willing to try new things. Barbie's beautiful dreamhouse is the thing that really makes her life amazing. The top of Barbie's dreamhouse is a sparkling roof that shines like a million stars. The house is painted in bright pink and purple. When the first rays of sunlight hit the dreamhouse in the morning, it comes to life with sparkling windows and a quiet, musical hum. The inside of the dreamhouse is a place where anything can happen. Barbie wakes up one sunny morning feeling excited and ready for an exciting day. She quickly calls her sisters, Skipper, Stacie, and Chelsea, who are all amazing in their own ways, and tells them about her plans for the day, which include a wonderful trip through their dreamhouse. Their journey starts in the mysterious Dream Room, where the walls change colors, and the furniture can become anything. Barbie shows them the Dreamhouse Adventures Map, which is an old, dusty book with the key to secret tunnels, hidden rooms, and amazing treats hidden all over their house. The sisters start looking for wealth, and their first stop is the Enchanted Garden. This beautiful garden is full of strange flowers that make music when touched. As they keep going, they come to a beautiful pond where fish are swimming and dancing. The next place they go is Mermaid Cove, where they meet Marina, a beautiful mermaid whose tail shines. They have a tea party underwater in a castle made of shells and pearls, swim with bright fish, and dance with seahorses. The adventure continues with a trip to the Library of Imagination, where books come to life and invite kids to enter the places they describe. Skipper rides a nice monkey through the jungle, while Stacie breaks a secret code and Chelsea helps talking animals figure out how to solve problems. The end of their day is spent in the Cozy Corner, an area with soft blankets and comfy pillows. As they gather around the fireplace, Barbie tells them that the real value is not the magic of their dream house, but the love and memories they make together. As soon as the sun goes down, the sisters go to the Cozy Corner to get ready for a night full of dreams and new experiences. They know that the dreamhouse is more than just a house; it shows their shared goals and how much they love each other. The sisters go to sleep as the lights of the dreamhouse twinkle like stars. They are excited about the promise of a new day with endless opportunities and experiences in the world of Barbie's Dreamhouse. In this beautiful story, Barbie and her sisters learn that the most valuable things are the times they spend together, the love they have for each other, and the adventures they can have inside and outside of their dream house. How the story started: A little girl named Barbie used to live in a charming town with hills that rolled and a river that sparkled. This small town looked like it came straight out of a storybook, with its cobblestone streets and colorful houses. It was a neighborhood where people greeted each other with real smiles and laughter could be heard all over the streets. In this charming village, however, Barbie's dreamhouse stood out as the house that best showed off the beauty of the area. Barbie wasn't just a normal girl. She was a star in her town, known for being friendly, creative, and willing to try new things. The whole town loved her because of how happy she was. Barbie was always there when someone needed a helping hand or a word of encouragement. Her positive attitude made even the worst days better, and her friends loved being around her. Barbie was different from the other kids in town because she was always up for something new. While most people were happy with their daily routines, Barbie was always looking for something new and exciting. She thought that every day could be a new adventure, whether it was finding a secret spot in the woods, finding a rare flower by the river, or going on a mission to solve a riddle. But Barbie's life was really magical because she had her dream house. It was a one-of-a-kind home that showed how creative she was and how much she loved life. Her dream house was built on a gentle slope and looked like a castle from a fairy tale. Its front was a color harmony, with pink and purple, two of the most attractive colors used to paint it. In the golden light, the intricate patterns on the walls seemed to come to life. The roof of the dreamhouse was a work of art in and of itself. It looked like it was made of stardust, and it was awe-inspiring. During the day, it sparkled like a million gems, and at night, it twinkled like the night sky itself. People in the area often called Barbie's dreamhouse the town's crown jewel and a sign of dreams coming true. But the magic wasn't just on the outside. On the inside, the dreamhouse was a haven where anything could happen. As soon as someone stepped through the door, they were taken to a magical place. Mirrors and sparkling chandeliers in the entrance made rainbows of light shine all over the room. As you went deeper inside, you'd find the Grand Hall, which was a big room with comfortable chairs where friends and guests could gather to tell stories and laugh. On the walls were pictures of Barbie's family and friends, giving the room a sense of love and unity. One of the most interesting parts of the dreamhouse was the Spiral Staircase, a piece of art that seemed to resist gravity as it slowly spiraled up. Each step had elaborate carvings and gold accents that made it look like a work of art. The Dream Room, where magic really happened, was the most important part of Barbie's dreamhouse. The walls of this room could change color at the touch of a button, so Barbie could always be in a place that fit her mood. The furniture had its own thoughts. With just one wish, tables can turn into flowing waterfalls and chairs into fluffy clouds. Barbie's Dream Room was full of books. Each one had stories about faraway places and exciting things that people did there. She thought of books as doors to other worlds, and she often got lost in their pages, going on amazing adventures without ever leaving her dreamhouse. The most important thing in the Dream Room was a dusty old book on a shelf in the corner called the Dreamhouse Adventures Map. This amazing map was full of colorful marks, hidden paths, and hidden riches inside the dreamhouse. It was Barbie's guide to a world of adventures she could have right at home. One sunny morning, Barbie woke up with a sparkle in her eye and a lot of excitement in her heart. She knew this would be a fun day, and she couldn't wait to share it with her sisters, Skipper, Stacie, and Chelsea, whom she loved very much. They didn't know that their dream house was full of even more mysterious things than they could have imagined. As Barbie led her sisters through the Dreamhouse Adventures Map, they went on a treasure hunt that took them to places they had never seen before. From the Enchanted Garden, where flowers sang tunes and fish danced in a shimmering pond, to the Mermaid Cove, where they had tea with a real-life mermaid named Marina, their day was full of wonder and excitement. But what really made this experience stand out was when they realized that their dream house was more than just a beautiful house. It was a place where they could let their imaginations run wild, explore secret places, and look forward to a new and exciting adventure every day. It wasn't just the dreamhouse that was magical; it was also how close the sisters were to each other and how much they loved and laughed. As day turned to night and the lights in the dreamhouse twinkled like a thousand stars, Barbie and her sisters understood they had found the real magic of their home: the power of love, imagination, and unity. So, they snuggled up in the Cozy Corner, excited for a good night's sleep and all the exciting things that lay ahead. Barbie and her dreamhouse were a bright spot in that beautiful village between rolling hills and a sparkling river, where kindness, creativity, and adventure thrived. They were a tribute to the beauty of fantasy and the magic of young dreams. They were a warning that magic could be found anywhere, even in the middle of the house. No other house in town was like Barbie's dreamhouse. It was a true work of art that showed off her unique personality and endless creativity. It was hard to miss in the neighborhood, and people who lived there and people who came to visit were both interested in and impressed by it. The dreamhouse towered over the land around it and reached up to the sky. Its size and height made it stand out, but it was the bright colors that really made it stand out. The walls of the dreamhouse were bright pink and purple, which made a beautiful contrast with the natural colors of the nearby rolling hills and calm river. It wasn't just painted on the outside; it was a work of art in its own right. A skillful blend of pink and purple made a pattern that went from one color to the next. It looked like the walls of the dreamhouse were alive, moving and changing in the sunlight to make a fascinating show. But it wasn't just the colors that made Barbie's dreamhouse stand out; the roof was the final touch. Nothing like this had ever happened before. It was wrapped in a fabric that looked like it had the soul of the night sky in it. During the day, when the golden rays of the sun hit the dreamhouse, the roof sparkled and shone like a million stars, giving off a beautiful light that could be seen from far away. In the evening, when the sky got dark and the stars came out, the dreamhouse's roof combined perfectly with the real night sky, making a beautiful illusion that left people speechless. People from all over the town would gather to watch the dreamhouse's roof change into a celestial show. It was a lesson that magic could be found even in the most unexpected places. But Barbie's dreamhouse was not only beautiful because of how it looked. Every morning when the sun came up, the dreamhouse's windows seemed to light up and come to life. Each window was like a small gem, and when the sun shone through them, the light danced in many colors. The dreamhouse seemed to welcome the day with open arms, as light and warmth came in through its windows. The dreamhouse also speaks on its own. As the sun's rays touched the walls and the wind blew through the windows, there was a soft, musical hum in the air. It was a soft, peaceful tune that seemed to come from the middle of the dreamhouse and fit in well with the beautiful scenery around it. People in the town often talked about the dreamhouse's pleasant hum, which they thought was the song of happiness and satisfaction. But it was what was inside the dreamhouse that made it into a utopia where anything could happen. The way Barbie's dreamhouse was set up showed her lively personality and insatiable curiosity. Every room was its own world, where magic and imagination could go as far as they wanted.
The reader will be in for an exciting ride in the thrilling story of Marshall Alexander, a seasoned pilot who miraculously survived a plane crash in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon. This story is so amazing that even the writers of Lost, on ABC-TV, couldn¿t have dreamed it up. Smashing Through Death¿s Door reveals God¿s bigger plan for Marshall¿s life and how the crash set that plan into motion. The reader will be left with a powerful message of eternal destiny.
Color is magic! No matter what kind of clothes you like to wear, the right colors can make the difference between looking drab and looking radiant! You can wear every color of the rainbow. Shade makes the difference. Using simple guidelines, professional color consultant Carole Jackson helps you choose the thirty shades that make you look smashing. What color season are you? Spring: Your colors are clear, delicate, or bright with yellow undertones. Summer: Cool, soft colors with blue undertones are right for you. Autumn: You look best in stronger colors with orange and gold undertones. Winter: Clear, vivid, or icy colors with blue undertones make you look best. Color Me Beautiful will also help you: • Develop your color personality • Learn to perfect your make-up color • Use color to solve specific figure problems • Save money by designing a color-coordinated wardrobe for all occasions • Discover your clothing personality • Determine the fabrics that are best for you • Use accessories successfully—from stockings to scarves
This unique four-volume encyclopedia examines the historical significance of fashion trends, revealing the social and cultural connections of clothing from the precolonial times to the present day. This sweeping overview of fashion and apparel covers several centuries of American history as seen through the lens of the clothes we wear—from the Native American moccasin to Manolo Blahnik's contribution to stiletto heels. Through four detailed volumes, this work delves into what people wore in various periods in our country's past and why—from hand-crafted family garments in the 1600s, to the rough clothing of slaves, to the sophisticated textile designs of the 21st century. More than 100 fashion experts and clothing historians pay tribute to the most notable garments, accessories, and people comprising design and fashion. The four volumes contain more than 800 alphabetical entries, with each volume representing a different era. Content includes fascinating information such as that beginning in 1619 through 1654, every man in Virginia was required to plant a number of mulberry trees to support the silk industry in England; what is known about the clothing of enslaved African Americans; and that there were regulations placed on clothing design during World War II. The set also includes color inserts that better communicate the visual impact of clothing and fashion across eras.
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