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Please read carefully in prayer this excellent account of strong loving action stemming from the time of the Vietnam War and continuing today, as the author also speaks of healing the veterans of that war. This healing power we will need mor and more in our own naiton as thousands of deeply damaged young people return from Iraq and Afghanistan.

We need this book now in our lonely search for peace in a time of ovrwhelming and unavoidable warmongering, to read of the courageous and true spirit of peace in time of the Vietnam War, standing for peace despite all the madness around. Read this book carefully and find a true friend, a guide, a good soul, and hope for real and lasting peace through love in action.

The introduction by the Reverend Father Daniel Berrigan sets the context and ambience for the true poetry which follows. Thich Nhat Hanh in turn wrote a few pages for Father Berrigan's great Uncommon prayer: A book of Psalms. This author also wrote the famous The Raft Is Not the Shore: Conversations Toward a Buddhist/Christian Awareness, A Guide To Walking Meditation and several other spiritual guides as a quick search here of the amazon reveals.

Highly recommended and may your personal and spiritual library of this author open widely with this beginning book.

Ven. Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the planets greatest resources.He has given his life to teaching and the eradication of suffering[or perhaps the transformation of suffering]. I first encounterd Nhat hanh in a jewel of a book, THE RAFT IS NOT THE SHORE,a dialogue with Daniel Berrigan,S.J.[soon to be reprinted]Sine then, i have read as much of Thich hat hanh as I can.This book is a group of essays and statements to the press covering a period form early in the vietnam war{Nhat Hanh has been in exile since the mid 1960's]up to the gulf war. The opening is a play {a short one] that takes place in vietnam. The other essays[very well written] cover like minded subjects: Buddhism in Vietnam, on simplicity,refugees{boat people,specifically] and the title piece.Along with Maha Ghosananda,{called the Gandhi of cambodia, the patriarch of Cambodian buddhism] nhat hanh is a boddhitsatva,a living saint. we are graced by his presence,and his writings.

This collection of writings by Thich Nhat Hanh spans over two decades of his reflections on nonviolence, peace, and reconciliation. The voice of a poet is mixed with the inner strength found in the works of Gandhi, Martin Luther King, and the Dalai Lama. It is an important resource for anyone working for social change, or searching for strength from within.

Of Thich Nhat Hanh's more than sixty books, this one would be one of my picks of his "top ten," following closely behing PEACE IS EVERY STEP and BEING PEACE. Highly recommended.

Love, Miracles & Medicine Men is an energetic account of how two spirited friends explore the unfamiliar. Their extraordinary journies lead them to incredible encounters with the yet inexplicable. Their Medicine Man possesses benevolence as well as a sence of humor. With love, respect and much perserverance these brave women find vision, trust, confidence and truth in miracles.

If you are a non-fiction reader that enjoys a true human experiece that opens doors for you that you didn't even know exsisted. THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU. I read the book in 1 day on an airplane in flight. Now I think my next trip will be going out to the Native American Grounds to visit with some of these fascinating people.

I was lucky enough to get a copy last month and read it straight through in one evening. It was recommended to me by a friend who had read it and was amazed at what insights into healing the Native American Culture has to offer. Above all, it was very informative to the non-native American. I grew up trusting in doctor's and hospitals, not knowing about any other alternatives. Native American's treat illnesses in a holistic way, healing the mind, body, and spirit. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in how other cultures approach the healing process. Especially to non-native American's such as myself who grew up without a clue to alternative medecine.!

This book is one of my student's favorite books. Check out his review below:

The Giant Germ

This book is about Ms. Frizzle's class going in Keesha's sandwich. The fifth graders find the sandwich on the floor and they put it in the garbage. They see microbes in the sandwich. The Giant Germ teaches you about germs.

My first piece of evidence is it teaches you how germs make you sick if there is green fungi in the food you eat. This teaches you about germs because it tells you how it can maek you sick.

My second piece of evidence is it teaches you how long germs lived on on earth. Microbes have been on earth for at least 3.5 billion years. That's longer than plants, dinosaurs, or any other living thing on the plante. Human beings didn't appear untli just 2 million years ago.

My last piece of evidence is it teaches you what forms germs. These are microbes fungi, bacteria, protoa, and viruses. This teaches you about germs because it tells you what forms germs.

The Giant Germ teaches you about germs. If you want to learn about germs READ THIS BOOK TODAY!

Ms. Capeci explains the basics of microbiology and the structure and behavior of bacteria, but she entirely neglects RNA recombination. This is a shame, because RNA recombination is the most interesting part of microbiology.

The bio-chem is a little weak.

I will say, however, that I have cribbed bits of this book for my thesis.

It uses the common language to explain what is a germ. I think it is a great introductory book for young reader on the subject of microbiology. It does have all the latin names and need some help with adults (or dictionary) for proper pronounciation. The only little disappointment I feel about this one is the note for proper pronounciation of those scientific names of microbes and taxonomy (only a few).

This book helped me from beginning to end in my search for a nanny for my daughter. If you need to know how to begin a search, how to effectively interview a candidate and conduct a background search this book is for you! It has been an invaluable resource.

As a working woman that has raised 3 children, I can relate to the dilema that we as parents have in leaving our most precious possesions with someone whom we barely know, at least at first. We try our hardest to make smart, thorough and well researched choices so that we can go about our responsibilities guilt free and with comfort. Making Childcare Choices, guides us through all of the questions and organizing involved in hiring the appropriate care taker.

This book is an essential tool for parents who are looking for quality childcare. It is designed to teach parents everything they need to know to find, hire, train and keep the optimal type of childcare. Whether parents are looking for nannies, au pairs, babysitters, or the perfect child care center, this exciting new book covers the pros and cons of every available option. This book provides parents with the necessary steps to take so they can feel confident about the process of finding someone to nurture and care for their child. There is careful advice on avoiding conflicts, handling sticky situations, and terminating relationships. The need for someone else to help raise our children is growing constantly. This complete resource is invaluable to parents making one of the most important parenting decisions.

In this story Mary -Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen have three wonderful friends. Lauren, Tanya, and Brittany. They are always there for each other but, when one of them gets an idea theres going to be trouble . As Ashley's computer teacher assigns her a project which she turns into a love-link. Peoples hearts are broken and every ones comeing after Ashley, and between this and the two parties they are planning it's chaos. I laughed so hard

LIKE, OMG!!!! THIS BOOK IS SOOOO OFF THE HOOK!!! MY GIRLFRIENDS AND I READ THIS AND CRIED BECAUSE IT WAS SO TOUCHING!! THE WAY MARY KATE AND ASHLEY AND THEIR FRIENDS HANDLE THE PRESSURES OF EVERYDAY LIFE REALLY INSPIRED ME!!! MARY KATE AND AHSLEY ARE MY HEROES FOREVER!!! IF YOU HAVE NOT READ THIS BOOK, YOU REALLY SHOULD. IT IS SOOOOOOOO GOOD!!! MY GIRLFRIENDS AND I CRIED AT THIS BOOK BECAUSE IT WAS SO TOUCHING AND REAL!!!

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What a cool book! Very awesome indeed. The whole thing at the hot teen magazine is really sort of a school newspaper run by a former magazine person, but it's still a cool story about Mary Kate's scheming co-worker. It's fun to watch Mary Kate bust her! And Ashley has started a dating service at the coffee place and comes across a Mystery Man who is looking for THE perfect girl. You'll be surprised at who the man is, and who the girl is! A great read for both people who do and don't like books!

Beautiful book with excellent photos and ideas. Also appreciate access to their website www.larkbooks.com, for craft suppliers. Recommend you sign up for their newsletter, very interesting. Have always found books by this publisher to be of the highest quality and a great value.

What a most wonderful book. Most artists struggle with sharing techniques with others. Here Janette Schuster and friends share full details on a number of magical projects that are so clear and concise, even someone who feels like they have two left hands, will feel that they can create and be happy with the results.

Wow ! What a fabulous book. Very well written, with easy to follow instructions. The art inside these covers is just so inspiring,
as a Jewelry Designer I found this book gave me a whole new outlook at Altered Art Jewelry.
I would highly recommend this book to all.

Michelle meets a movie star and didn't know that she was a movie star and all sorts of trouble happens. It was an excellent book.

I really like the book, because I think it's really cool that Michelle met a Movie Star on the beach and didn't even recognize her until she got home. It shows that movie stars are real people just like the rest of us. I would love to be a movie star.

I enjoy the Full House Michelle books very much and own many and check many out from the local libary. Keep writing them Ms. Dubowski. I look forward to my summer vacation so I will have more time to read them. I am sorry they took new shows of Full House of the air on TV. Megan

Michelle could kick herself! While she was away on vacation, she met Natalie Campbell!-- a big time movie star-- and she didn't even know it! But Michelle gets another chance. Natalie's coming to Michelle's for the weekend, and Michelle decides to throw a huge fancy party for her! She makes sure everything is perfect-- from the incredible food to her cool new outfit. What could go wrong? Plenty!

I loved this book! It was nice to see a character who was from Puerto Rico and Ezra Jack Keats really included a lot of diversity in this book. A must have!

This is a very cute story that children will love. I also highly recommend two other books by latino authors: Drum, Chavi, Drum! (by Mayra L. Dole) and Trinos Choice (by Diane Gonzales Bertrand).

I vividly remember this book from my childhood -- and I vividly remember the Spanish words and phrases I learned from it. Very practical and engaging.

My kids are big fans of Blue's Clues. My 4 year old, who is trying to read, enjoys Blue's stories and especially likes the turtle story because he remembers the turtle from the Blue's Birthday epidode. The big print and picture icons are very helpful.

My three-year old LOVES this book. It's a great introduction to reading; the text is not too advanced.

My daughter received this book last Christmas when she was 18 months old, and within days she was "reading" each page and identifying all of the Blue's Clues characters. She loves the Blue's birthday party scene where she receives turquoise the turtle as a present, and happily recites how she is taken care of each day. This book still holds my 23 month old daughters' attention from beginnig to end, and she asks to have it read to her several times a day. Highly recommended if your child is a Blue's Clues fan like mine!

"Halleluya!  On this 26th day of May, 2004, the New York Times confessed to having helped promote the lies that got us into war with Iraq."

"We should fire Rumsfeld, and Cheney, and Bush, and the whole pack of warmakers today -- not tomorrow or next month -- today. "

"Politicians hire brains.  Telling them what to say and how to say it is a big business and getting bigger all the time."

"People who are under the illusion that the Times is a liberal paper should read its editorial today. It says moving good jobs abroad is 'freeing up American capital, labor and other resources for more efficient, high-value uses.' "

----John Hess, from wbai.org

I consider John Hess one of the most important voices in contemporary America. His words and what we are able to learn from them, should motivate us to open our eyes to the corruption and hypocrisy in our nation. The realization that more people recognize the name of a hate monger like Rush Limbaugh than the name of John Hess, illustrates the manufactured ignorance that those in power would prefer. Only through education will we effectively address what is wrong in the U.S. I find John Hess to be an educator who is informed, passionate and motivating!

I bought Mr. Hess' book out of curiosity. I knew Mr. Hess from the days when he was a commentator on a local TV station before Rupert Murdoch bought the station and destroyed it. I expected to try the book and give up after 50 or so pages. Well, I couldn't put it down! Mr. Hess is a very good writer who never bores you.

I lived through the years that he writes about. He explains for me many of the things that I felt were not right about those years as well as the lack of reporting by The New York Times. I have to ask myself where my head was during that period.

I highly recommend this book. It gave me an eye-opening view of The New York Times, politicians, and the sad level of reporting in the United States. It should be required reading by reporters and would-be reporters.

With a diamond-hard honesty rare, if not unique, among today's journalists, John L. Hess has written a memoir that deflates the gas-filled balloon that is the New York Times. A reporter and editor for the Times for 24 years, Hess shows how from the moment Adolph Ochs purchased the newspaper in 1896 it has cozied up to corrupt politicans and wealthy businessmen. In a blurb on the jacket, Kurt Vonnegut terms the newspaper a "mighty crowd-control engine," and indeed Hess provides many examples of the Times leading the way in suppressing news and information that might educate the public as to how they are being bilked. No one could read this book and still think that the Times is a liberal, much less an honest, newspaper.