Louisiana has a super rich cultural and culinary history that goes all the way back to 1718 when the French first settled there in La Nouvelle-Orléans. Under the leadership of Louisiana governor Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, the area was later owned by other countries and finally became part of the United States. The subsequent culture and unique cuisine, especially in the area of Louisiana, south of I-10 to The Gulf of Mexico, was influenced by the French, Spanish, Germans, Hungarians, Greeks and others to varying degrees. Zydecos Et Pas Salé is the author's attempt to highlight classic dishes that come to mind as well as those not well known outside of South Louisiana.

Meet the author, a proud New Orleanian of Cajun French heritage. A professional chef and restaurateur, co-owner of Zydeco's Cajun Actual with over a quarter century of restaurant experience, takes us on a culinary adventure through the classic and lesser-known dishes of the entire South Louisiana region, from Lafayette through Baton Rouge, New Orleans and points south to the Gulf of Mexico. From mouthwatering main courses to decadent desserts, specialty drinks, sauces, stocks, and sausages, it's all covered. And here's the lagniappe - the author shares some heartwarming stories and anecdotes about growing up in Louisiana.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to break free from the usual clichés and experience this incredible cuisine.

Louisiana has a rich cultural and culinary history that goes all the way back to 1718 when the French first settled there in La Nouvelle-Orléans. Under the leadership of Louisiana governor Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, the area was later owned by other countries and finally became part of the United States. The subsequent culture and unique cuisine, especially in the area of Louisiana, south of I-10 to The Gulf of Mexico, was influenced by the French, Spanish, Germans, Hungarians, Greeks and others to varying degrees. Zydecos Et Pas Salé is the author's attempt to highlight classic dishes that come to mind as well as those not well known outside of South Louisiana.

Meet the author, a proud New Orleanian of Cajun French heritage. A professional chef and restaurateur, co-owner of Zydeco's Cajun Actual with over a quarter century of restaurant experience, takes us on a culinary adventure through the classic and lesser-known dishes of the entire South Louisiana region, from Lafayette through Baton Rouge, New Orleans and points south to the Gulf of Mexico. From mouthwatering main courses to decadent desserts, specialty drinks, sauces, stocks, and sausages, it's all covered. And here's the lagniappe - the author shares some heartwarming stories and anecdotes about growing up in Louisiana.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to break free from the usual clichés and experience this incredible cuisine.

Parenting conflict and co-parenting stress shroud many troubled families in a jungle of dead ends and deep tangles. With a map, a companion dog breed, and your heart as a compass, Paul Buckley guides readers on a journey out of the wilderness.

Steeped in attachment and emotion-focused therapy, applied by the author during decades of clinical practice, Parenting Styles Unleashed strikes a faceted balance of confidence, humor, and pragmatic outcomes. Quick Quizzes and Parenting Tip cards sprinkle the path and hint toward sunnier days ahead.

Whether your parenting style is the compassionate golden retriever, attentive border collie, principled German shepherd, or easy-going Afghan hound, you'll enjoy this romp in the park of improved family dynamics.

In the heart of the forest, a small gnome named Fate loves playing the banjo and drinking his parsnip tea. With winter quickly approaching, Fate is called upon to help his woodland friends as they face unexpected challenges. Through teamwork, kindness, and a little creativity, Fate discovers that true friendship is about being there for each other, no matter the season.

Fate and the Way of the Forest is a heartwarming tale of courage, community, and the magic of helping others, perfect for readers of all ages.

Wounds can be an enigma.

Every one takes a different shape, holds a different weight, and leaves its own internal impression. Sometimes so deep, that the one who is inflicted can't even see just how much pain they are in. Some wounds scab over quickly, while others require further attention. And some must be dug into, so that that which is causing infection, may be removed. In her very first book, Nicole E. Wicks lays her wounds out in the form of words so that she may identify where they came from. So that she may finally let them heal.

Can You Hear Me Screaming is a collection of poems and thoughts written over the course of two years in solitude, due to sickness. It is a journey filled with despair, a battle between the body and the mind, heartbreak, courage, faith, and love. Nicole does her best to convey what it is like to be a human who longs to embrace the beauty of the Spirit, while still being flesh.

Whirling and twirling through the air, Little Seed lands in a world where she doesn't quite fit in. Feeling heavy with sadness, she allows herself to sink underground. There she meets a wise lovable character called The Worm. Through the sweetness of their friendship and the power of self love, she becomes more than she ever imagined that she could be.

Emily Underwood has spent her life avoiding suitors while seeking adventure between the pages of books. But when a lightning storm sends her into her favourite book, can she find a way to survive this exciting new world and the dangerous pirate within it?

Flynn Sawyer, one of the most well-known pirates within his world, spent his entire life plotting to kill the King. And when a mysterious woman who claims to be from nowhere shows up, it takes everything in him to not let himself become distracted by her. But, will he truly be able to let her go after he gets his revenge?

Never has a book about nuclear weapons and their impact been timelier. This work, The Sword of Damocles, Our Nuclear Age, deals with our history as well as today's headlines. I had the opportunity to study that precarious period in a unique way. As a museum director with a forty-year career behind me, I met and worked with some of the leaders in the field of nuclear weapons testing. During those years of my association with them, their heyday had long passed, but these atomic vets still conveyed many amazing tales. I used their information in those years in which I managed, with my son James, who contributed chapters to this book, a nationally designated Smithsonian affiliated museum. Partially sponsored by the Department of Energy, we curated a history detailing over eighty years of nuclear weapons production and testing. During that time, I had access to stories and facility tours that few are ever privileged to. I learned from so many veterans of the nuclear weapons field, who although long retired, were active in recounting the significance of their experiences.

I soon came to understand that the people who created the weapons of the nuclear age were not warmongers but brave patriotic men and women who prided themselves on winning the peace of the Cold War. However, I also became aware that the great nuclear arsenals created over many decades, while reduced in numbers from the height of the Cold War, are still to this day a sword of Damocles hanging over us all.

Our museum served an international audience, and I gave hundreds of tours to visitors from every corner of the globe. I always cautioned our audience to not ignore the history of the nuclear age nor take it too lightheartedly even though I often quoted amusing tales of pop culture from the nuclear era. I was especially cognizant to convey that message to our younger audience and school visitors.

I explained that once Pandora's Box had been opened, inevitably other countries developed nuclear weapons and built those weapons as deterrents to counter each other's growing arsenals of bombs. They believed in the power of deterrence even though they themselves had become hostages to their own mutually escalating nuclear arms race.

Admittedly, consensus tells us that to date nuclear deterrence has prevented a third world war although it has only done so because rational leaders have continued to make rational decisions. Will a day come when that could change? With growing tensions in today's world now outpacing what we saw even during the worst days of the Cold War, could a nuclear nightmare finally be realized?

This book contains a collection of independent and little-known vignettes, not only detailing the horror of nuclear weapons but also the culture inherent in their creation. The stories attempt to relate our present times to those lessons of the past.

My Whale of a Tale is the adventurous story of Harrison, a young boy and whose imagination could fill up this book. Join him on a hot summer day of fishing as he dreams of catching a fish so colossal and grand it would cover the land. With each cast of his rod his enthusiasm will soar hoping his catch would not fit through the door. Readers will delight in the colorful illustrations of this lyrical story.

Full color vivid illustrations.

Children's book ages 2 - 7

Palisades Playland is set for demolition, but that won't stop Dylan from seeing it one last time.

Planning a break-in with his friends Clyde, Ariel, and girlfriend Leah, they explore the long-

abandoned park to reminisce about their memories in the once lively amusement park.

Things quickly go bizarre once they discover the vast homeless population speaking of a

prophecy set to occur that same night. Dylan starts to lose control as a conflict with his

girlfriend escalates, the group splits up, and frightening discoveries emerge.

The night grows bleak as terror surrounds them, but something bigger than them all lies deep beneath the forgotten park...

Whirling and twirling through the air, Little Seed lands in a world where she doesn't quite fit in. Feeling heavy with sadness, she sinks underground. There she meets a wise lovable character named The Worm. Through the sweetness of their friendship and the power of self love, Little Seed becomes more than she ever imagined that she could be.

Still with a smile on her face, she will not let this defeat her. A lesson learned and making new goals. She will never let herself be fooled again, and she will never understand what makes people so cruel. Trust must have to be earned by her and others.

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Believe in yourself and love yourself. Just breathe and let it go are going to be her new tattoos. It will be a reminder of what

happened in a dark period of her life.

As you can see Luke was free to express himself, however AR his demons won. But justice will be served to clear his name. This will take time, but she has a lifetime to work on this for him and herself. Everyday is a new beginning and an adventure, she will love again and be true to herself. She is taking steps to apologize to the ones she hurt, however if they don't except her, then she must move on and surround herself with positive people that love her and don't judge her.

For this is her way to let everyone know they are not alone, they are loved, and they are beautiful.

For I am her and my name is,

Kim

In the heart of the forest, a small gnome named Fate loves playing the banjo and drinking his parsnip tea. With winter quickly approaching, Fate is called upon to help his woodland friends as they face unexpected challenges. Through teamwork, kindness, and a little creativity, Fate discovers that true friendship is about being there for each other, no matter the season.

Fate and the Way of the Forest is a heartwarming tale of courage, community, and the magic of helping others, perfect for readers of all ages.

The author retraces Judah Benjamin's path in this book, emphasizing his travels through Florida and revealing previously unpublished information. The Lesley family's connection to his escape is also explored, starting in Abbeville, SC. Finally, the assistance Benjamin got from Frederick Tresca from Manatee County to the Bahamas is revealed. When possible, the author visited the locations to gain additional insights into this historical figure's travels through the state and on to England.

An autobiography in poem and prose, with b&w sketches.

But how can you keep that nervousness in check so it becomes 'controlled confidence' instead of 'visible anxiety'?

The answer lies in being well equipped and thoroughly prepared - boosting your self-confidence, which directly reflects on your verbal communication and non-verbal clues.

So forget about the predictable What's your biggest weakness/strength? questions.

Prepare yourself to master the art of 'interviewology' and tackle the next-generation interview experience! This book guarantees uniquely crafted Questions & Answers that you won't find anywhere else.

These three sample questions will illustrate exactly what I mean!

1. How do you define a positive company culture, and how would you contribute to it?
2. Reflect on a situation when you took the lead on a project without being formally assigned. What motivated you and what was the result?
3. How would you handle a situation where you believe a colleague is underperforming?

Each Question is paired with three essential skills that the interviewer seeks to uncover. Following each Answer, you will explore the significant impact that your response can create.

• Enhanced Communication Techniques - Master non-verbal cues, use strategic pauses and silence to your advantage. This book guides you to recognize the subtle elements that impact interview success.
• Decoding Interviewer Intentions - Understand the purpose behind questions and adapt your responses to showcase your agility, emotional intelligence, and creativity.
• Discover how to build rapport, communicate authentically, and align your mental wavelength with that of the interviewers'.
• Connect the dots between previously asked questions to uncover the interviewer's intentions.
• Tools to enhance your overall interviewing skills, whether you're a candidate or a recruiter.

Embrace the innovative interview dynamics-where your unique responses reveal your true potential and what you bring to the table.

Recruiters and Interviewers - A study by the Harvard Business Review found that organizations using innovative interview techniques saw a 20% increase in employee performance post-hire.

An invasion has come to Earth. Two different travelers from distant worlds are here to control

the planet by overpowering humanity. These invaders, however, are foes from across galaxies.

These three tales speak of the human interaction among stronger, alien species:

 One alien contacts a space station with the aid of a power-hungry astronaut.

 Four neighbors discover an invasion during their BBQ night.

 Two teens encounter the battle for Earth, joining the fight alongside the bizarre town

conspiracy theorist.

With Earth serving as the final battlefield, humanity can only rely on the end of the world to rid

them of their oppressors. Leaving only...a dead planet.

Martha Milkweed has no friends, and the other flowers in the garden do not welcome her. But she does have one very special, beautiful friend. This friend relies on Martha Milkweed for many things and visits the garden often. It's these visits that cause the other flowers in the garden to take notice of Martha Milkweed and realize that she has her own special gifts and beauty. Can you guess who is Martha Milkweed's special friend? Come to her garden and find out

Discover the magical relationship between Monarchs and milkweed in this charming story about a misunderstood 'wild' flower. Through being brave and simply being herself, she teaches acceptance of others who are unique and different.