Women Books

Initially, I bought the Praying for Purpose book to infuse my daily quiet time (plus it was on sale). I was enjoying Praying for Purpose so much that I decided to take the advice at the front of the book and read Pathway to Purpose as the foundational book. Significant time elapsed between my buying the book and actually reading it--mainly because the longer chapters were daunting when combined with my hectic schedule. Nevertheless, I knew I need to really delve into it because I am at a watershed period in my life. Well, once I began reading I was drawn into the contents. I was particularly struck by the author's relation of her own story. She writes with strategic candor--sharing vignettes of her life with precise relativity to the principle being shared. I was not able to fully relate to the first 2 chapters but I appreciated their advance wisdom. I am still working my way through both books because ever so often I stumble on something that takes me a few days to "soak in." Nevertheless, I've enjoyed Pathway to Purpose so much, I bought copies for each of my Women's Ministry Coucil members. I would totally recommend it!!!!!

I found this easy to listen to but not of much help to any pathway to purpose for me. It was interesting and did get some ideas from listening to it.

This book is excellent for doing exactly what the title predicts. It has certainly been a pathway to God's purpose for my life. I am slowly discovering the passions that God has placed in my heart and connecting them with, what else but, His purpose for my life.
Carole

This book is one of the most significant books I've read in awhile in regard to helping me honestly evaluated God's place in my life and my own motivations for serving Him and relating to others. This book makes me feel like I want to sit with the author and discuss at length the concepts she brings forth in her book. Ms Brazelton must be an awesome mentor.

If you are wondering about your purpose or or ust plodding along day to day, this is for you!!!!!

This book is about a girl who finds out who she truly is through many painful experiences. Cecile, who's humble father never accepts anything from anybody, is very surprised when her father helps a woman who is of French royalty and when she asks for anything to give to Cecile's father, he asks if she might be a servant to the french royalty. Cecile gets whisked away to the palaces of Versaille, which is what "gates of gold" means. She learns proper ediquette, getting a job to tending the woman's 12 dogs. She learns a side of herself that she never thought she had through tending and walking the dogs, also meeting a soon to be "his royal highness" Bretagne, who was about 5-7 years old. Through the dogs, Cecile and Bretagne create a heartwarming relationship, which is tested over the months that Cecile lives at the palace. This book is based on actual history, although the author does a very good job adding her own twist of fiction into the story. This book ends suddenly and heart-breakingly, which I'll warn the emotional readers about. You will love this book.

Cecile is a heartwarming, cheerful and peaceful young girl. Serving at court was one of her most important dreams. However, when she finally got the chance to work there, it was nothing like she had expected. The worst part about working there was being apart from her father. Cecile felt that she had to be there with her father and tend to his growing cold. While at court, she becomes friends with the royal family. This book has many joyful and unfortunalty, some hard times. I would recomend this book to any young girl around the age of 12. This is a very touching book and teaches all a very improtant lesson. Dream big becuase what you dream may come true and change your life forever.

Young 12-year-old Cecile Revel helps save Madame -sister in law to the king- and as a reward, Madame takes Cecile from her poor town of Rileaux to Versailles to work for her Madame's dogs. Cecile is not used to etiquette, and breaks many rules at first. Then she gets into the swing of things and is a great worker. But then an outbreak of measles effect her friends, the king's great grandsons. If you want to know what else happens, you should read the book. I didn't like the ending chapter, so be warned. I would recogmend this book for children 10-15, this being about a French girl with historical hapennings through the book. This was a great book!!

Cecile is a young girl living in 16th Century France. She and her father have little money to support themselves, and are barely getting by. But when she discovers a woman in the middle of the woods, crying for help, her life changes drastically.
The woman turns out to be the queen. Cecile comes to her rescue, and in turn, the queen hires her as a servant. Cecile knows the money will benefit her family, so she gows to work in the palace.
Very well done.

The year is 1711, and 12-year-old Cecile Revel, is a peasant girl living in the French countryside with her Doctor Father. Cecile is stricken by poverty, and her daily life consists of going hungry and facing various hardships. Her one dream is to serve at the court of King Louis the XIV's court, where she will have the opportunity to wear gorgeous gowns, attend balls, and eat her fill of marvelous foods. However, when her dream comes true due to a fluke, Cecile realizes that serving at the court is unlike anything she's ever imagined. Instead of playing, and racing through the lovely gardens, Cecile is forced to spend many long, agonizing hours learning proper etiquette. Then Cecile learns some strange information about her Father, and the short time that he spent at the court, and realizes that maybe court-life isn't all it's cracked up to be.

I have been a fan of the AMERICAN GIRL series for years, and was ecstatic to see the new series PLEASANT COMPANY was publishing for older readers. I received every book in the GIRLS OF MANY LANDS series for Christmas, and while I have only read two, I already know that CECILE: GATES OF GOLD is sure to stay one of my absolute favorites. Cecile is a marvelous character, whose kind nature, and friendly outlook on life are two traits that will have readers wanting to know what will happen to Cecile next. Mary Casanova has done a fabulous job with writing this novel, and her historical information couldn't be better. A must-read!

Erika Sorocco
Book Review Columnist for The Community Bugle Newspaper

Creative layout, encouraging information, thoughtfully presented easy reading. This book sheds positive light on a subject most women hate to aknowledge but are always seeking a sure cure for. The Cellulite Cure offers an indepth explaination of what cellulite is and why our bodies are producing it....and that its NOT OUR FAULT. Women who seek information on this subject should read this book before committing to surgery or other treatment because the good news is there is a potential cure which the author is an integral part of. By writing this book, Dr. Bissoon has made us privy to information on treatment that the weathly and beautiful have made discrete trips to Europe for- until now!! Dr. Bissoon has courageously brought the knowledge/discipline of Mesotheropy with him from France-and offers through this book and his practice a real possibility for many women to finally rid themselves of cellulite. The fact that there is a potential for real relief/cure from this unsightly and demoralizing condition is hopeful in and of itself. The fact that its attainable treatment now here in the U.S., in my opinion, makes it very worthy of exploration for any one who is watching their body go into "meltdown". Reading the book is the first step toward understanding what is actually happening to you and why -thus an empowerment tool toward making informed decissions about treatment.

If I had known that the purpose of this book was to sell MesoTherapy services, I would not have purchased it. The before and after photos look impressive. Having had first-hand experience with mesotherapy, it is my opinion that the results portrayed are not typical. Also, mesotherapy does not work well for people who have previously had liposuction. If you are interested in investing in mesotherapy, proceed with caution and be sure to obtain references that you can speak directly with. Do not rely on photos exclusively.

Dr. Bissoon's The Cellulite Cure has very good, scientific information on how and why 90% of women have cellulite. It is an easy read with lots of before and after photos and includes many ways to cure cellulite which the best is mesotherapy. I had an appointment with him and his assistant last week, and I cannot wait to have my first mesotherapy session later this summer. He is extremely friendly and professional and has a true passion for curing cellulite! I recommend his book as well as an appointment with him to all women who suffer from this terrible condition. Enjoy!

Here goes. I decided to try Smart Lipo as I heard it reduced fat, tightened skin and as a bonus helped with the overall appearance of Cellulite. That underlying problem for 90% of us women out there. After having a poor result and being left with a substantial amount of cellulite. I sought out the internet for help. After several hours I was referred to Dr. Lionel Bissoon's website. I sent their office an email and purchased the book. Within a few hours, honestly my prayers were answered. I have had opportunity to read the book and have started Dr. Bissoon's Mesotherapy treatments. Honestly, women you do not have to live another day with the low self-esteem and shame that we carry around with us when we don a bikini or heck even get intimate. I am amazed by the results!! Both from the enormous amount of information contained inside the book and most of all from Dr. Bissoon. YOU ARE MY MIRACLE! And I thank you. Natalie Moreno The Cellulite Cure (TM)

When I first got the book, I immediately flipped to the before & after pictures to see the results of past patients and I was surprisingly impressed of the changes within 2 treatments! I read thru the book and realized this was the best option for me because I hated the thought of surgery, anesthesia, recovery time, etc. I made an appt. to see Dr.Bissoon and he was very comforting & reassuring about the results I would see. I was skeptical about my first treatment but was amazed at my results after my 2nd visit! This was the best thing I did for my legs, tummy & love handles. I know I would have NEVER been able to see these results with plastic surgery. I highly recommend reading this book & visiting Dr. Bissoon! Good Luck!

I purchased this book of celtic songs for my 25-year-old single
daughter. She has many favorites here she is learning to sing.

I play piano, and I like this music. The piano parts, for the most part, have the melody in them and are very pretty on their own rather than being just an accompaniment. Like someone else said, a spiral-bound version would be easier to keep open, but it's not a big deal for me, especially since I'm just playing it for fun.

Love it! Love it! Love it! Medium difficulty and beautiful songs. All my favorites are there! Highly recommended!

Worth the wait to finally get Celtic Woman in print! Exceptional music for the vocalist who sings in this range.

I am a huge Celtic Woman fan and I absolutely love this songbook. My only complaint, is I wish there were a sequel to it already! The songs are playable and well written and of course, beautiful. For anybody who loves Celtic Woman, this music collection is a must!

If you have a mother, you should buy her this book. If she doesn't need it today, she'll need it one day.

This book was very uplifting and fun, not to mention assuring me I'm not alone during these strange years!

I loved reading the short stories. Some hit the nail on the head so to say and others I just laughed out loud.

A book that validates the numerous mental and physical signs and symptoms of menopause in a gentle and humorous way. A must not only for the soul im menopause but for her sons, daughters, and husbands! It's my Christmas gift to all my forever "50" friends this year! Karen Alexander

I am still in my child-bearing years and I thought I'd get the book to learn more about Menopause and boy did I!! It is informative. It made me dread menopause and not want to look forward to the future of aging.

It may be funny to menopausal & post-menopausal women but it isn't for those who haven't gotten there yet. It seems sad and scary that we have to go through these changes. It's like reading about people who have gone through the horrors of their Wisdom teeth removal and you're dreading your turn!

My mother who already went through menopause did not have any of the symptoms listed in the book so I'm hoping I'll be lucky and escape the horrors of the symptoms.

In all, the book was informative with alot of details of what happens during menopause. Those who already went through it or are going through it will enjoy it better because they can relate to these stories and that they aren't alone during the 'change'.

I loved this book. It helped me to find a sense of peace within. I never knew what that meant until I started practicing some of the techniques in this book. One of my favorite quotes from the book, and there are many is, "Every woman needs two things": her own money and her own room. This book is filled with little gems like that. This is a must read. You'll love it!

This book really helps me on my journaling journey. I appreciate all of Jan's anecdotes that I could relate too. It sounded like she was writing about me, which I will think anyone who reads this book may also find. Jan has a real sense of how we can go inward and "come home to ourselves" through journaling. I love the stories as well as the blank pages with the wonderful quotes that gets the creative process flowing. I appreciate the "tools" this book provides for my journey through life as well as my journaling process. A great gift for anyone going down a similar path.

I feel "Coming Home to Ourselves" is an important tool for the novice as well as the more seasoned wife, mother, daughter, worker, etc. Jan gives very helpful suggestions for assessing just where we are in our self-nurturing, which is an area we neglect in our increasingly hectic lives. She then unfolds how we may begin to better care for ourselves, that in so doing, we can offer better care, not to mention empowerment, to all around us. We don't need to be over-achievers; we must take time for us. Jan, and her book, is a blessing for us all to enjoy.

This wonderful book has been a perfect tool for my group of women friends who enjoy getting into in-depth conversations on personal growth. The author touches on topics and situations that seem to be pertinent to every one of us. Her manner of communicating through print seems to open up long-locked doors, helping us look inside and discover who we really are...and how very "worth it" we are to know. On a personal level I really enjoy the journaling section. I can look at a situation in a totally different light when I reread my entries. Through my written words I finally "say things out loud" that have been rattling around in my brain, undefined and without direction. It's a great book for group or individual exploration.

For thousands of years, woman has been the primary caregiver, not only to her children but to everyone in her world as wife, daughter, sister, neighbor and friend. We were taught to suppress our own needs in order to have more to give to others. In Coming Home to Ourselves, we discover that in fact the opposite is true. When we give from a place of emptiness we just become more empty. We must first create and maintain a reservoir of love and life energy from which to draw. Then we can give to others with joy and love, from a place of abundance. Jan Forrest shows us that by making small changes in our daily lives we can find the time to reawaken the spirit of joy within by giving ourselves the gift of ourselves.

This book touched my heart. I related to the stories and enjoyed the unique lessons that Cheróne teaches with each one. She has a fantastic way of looking at things that really makes sense, plus makes you stop and think! The way she takes ordinary everyday happenings and makes them special by just listening to God talk to her is wonderful.

Like the first story, she tells about a trip she took with her family, evidently when she was a teenager. She tells us how God gave her supernatural wisdom in the situation of reading a page out of a manual that the real estate lady had with her. God also gave her wisdom from on high about the land itself. She never took the responsibility for this, but gave the Glory, Honor and Praise to the Father for what He had done. Not one time in the whole book does she say that it was herself that did any of these things, but instead gives God ALL the credit. Cheróne even states that she is `just average'...it is others that tell her that she is much more than that!

I recommend this book to YOU!

Don't miss her other book, "At San Jose Make a Left" either. More deep stories from a master storyteller.

Buy one for yourself, then another for a friend that you care about. They will appreciate your loving kindness, believe me!

This woman has done it again! Her other book, "At San Jose Make a Left" was positively the best read I have had the pleasure of indulging in for the last several years. You can tell she is anointed and a true Christian. Each story touched my heart, soul, mind, spirit, and made me think of the DEEP things of God.

As a Christian Preacher, I have read many books, so when I say that this one is a cut above the ordinary, believe me, it is so much more than that. Cheróne has a gift of story telling and expresses herself with poise, aplomb and assuredness. Each chapter is a story about herself or someone close to her, followed by the lesson she learned from it, then she backs up whatever she says with Bible verses. Her unique pictures at the end of each chapter is a marvel. I don't know how she can take a word and make a picture of it, but she does a wonderful job.

One of the things that impressed me about this book is that she takes absolutely NO credit for the wisdom, or insights or anything else, but rather gives ALL the Glory, Honor and Praise to the ONE who gave her the ability to discern the insights, wisdom, or knowledge. Never once did she try to take any credit for the work God is obviously doing in her life. She only points to Him and Him alone as the director of everything in her life. As I read her stories, I can see that she is so sold out to God that to think anything else would be wrong. Even unthinkable. Any book she writes has a sale from me! Keep up the excellent work, Cheróne!

Every short story just grips you and will not let you go. Interesting lessons, and Cherone just tells it like it is, and does not back down. The short stories start out with a real happening, then followed by the Insight she received and Bible verses (KJV) to back up what she learned, and then an original drawing that takes a word that embodies the lesson, and swirls designs around it to create a very plesant and wonderful picture. I have never seen anything like it! These stories are powerful, and are wonderful to read. Each one only takes a few minutes, so you can get an uplift where ever you are or what ever you are doing!

Don't miss this Amazing Volume! (Do not miss "At San Jose Make a Left", either.)

I have read and re-read BOTH of Cherone's books and never tire of them! What I like most about her books is the fact that she can take the deep things of God, tell them in a way that does not insult an adults intelligence, but makes it easy to understand that even a 10 year old can easily grasp the concept. I know, because my wife and I use some the stories in our home devotionals and our children learn valuable lessons. There are great lessons in this book for every member of the family. Be sure to read her other book, "At San Jose Make a Left" for it is a gem, also!

She is not only an award winning author, but has been chosen for 2004 Who's Who in America. She is an internationally published author, with her books selling in many different countries. You don't want to miss this one!

I read this book in one setting, and LOVED it! One can say God is with Cherone because of the way she writes and everything she has gone through. Amazing!! I met Cherone at a book signing, and then some time later I saw her in a restaurant. A more humble, loving, caring person you would never want to meet. She acted like I was doing her a favor by interrupting her meal! Both of her missives, this one and her other book, "At San Jose Make a Left", are real gems. Lead you deep into the Spirit of God and make you want more! If someone does not `get the point' of these two marvelous volumes, all I can say is they need to check their Spirituality, for they are going on empty! A person of either gender can get a BIG blessing if they are even mediocre, let alone striving for God with all of them. Outstanding!

Don't miss this book!

A brillient and stunning consideration of how advertising affects society. Rather than the more popular route of blaming problems of the modern world on entertainment media, Kilbourne convincingly argues that it is, indeed, the unnoticed and unceasing stream of advertisments which is harmful. Required reading for anyone who ponders modern sociology.

This book was OUTSTANDING. The only thing that pains me about it is that I bought it out of bargain bin. I would have gladly paid full price.
I thought I knew quite a bit about the insidiousness of advertising but this book brought new information on that subject. It is has some very enlightening points on the nature of addiction.
Buy it for your favorite teenage grrrrrrrrrrrrl.

This book not only changed my attitude towards advertising and commercialism, but changed the way I see myself and the world around me. I'm shocked that the book is no longer in print, although after reading it I get the impression Jean Kilbourne would not be entirely surprised. How can you survive without supporting commercialism? I thought at times she overstated her point and could have been more concise, but on the whole her style is entertaining and easy to follow. The adverts on most of the pages are also very interesting - although you feel a bit guilty about being entertained by them! This book has to get back into print - maybe it needs some more advertising?!

This book is a must read for anyone, especially women. I always thought of myself as someone who was not affected by advertisements, but this book makes it painfully clear how not one is unaffected by ads, regardless of what types of good you purchase. It correlates the selling of ideas and attitudes through advertisements with degenerating relationships between males and females, people of different social classes and ethnicities, even different ages. Advertisements sell ideas about self-concept, american culture, and values right along with their products. I found the idea that advertisers create a culture, and use the idea of that culture to sell us not only products, but lifestyles, and attitudes towards other people, our society, and ourselves fascinating and horrifying. This book will make you not only a more aware consumer, but also a more aware citizen. It was fascinating, clear, and well-researched.

This powerful and vital book is out of print - but only under this title. "Deadly Persuasion" was released in November 2000 under the new title "Can't Buy My Love: How Advertising Changes the Way We Think and Feel". Under that title, the book has never gone out of print, so it is easy to acquire. And you definitely should acquire it!

From the time I purchased my copy of Designed for Success I have not been able to put it down. It has been so informative and has changed the way I think about my work and my employer. It is one of those books that will not be put away on a shelf. I will be reading it over and over again. Great job Dondi!

Rita
Rome,GA

It's not just our imagination. Women do have unique challenges when it comes to the workplace. Women are often overlooked for promotions. They tend to make less money. Many find themselves delineated to den mother status.

With that said, much of what happens in the workplace is of our own making. We patiently wait for our boss to notice our efforts. We shy from conflict or any sort of negotiations. Then, when we are asked for input, we talk more about our problems than our successes.

Designed for Success looks at both the problems that women often experience in the workplace and the unique qualities that they possess. Given the right outlook, the appropriate skills, and understanding of workplace dynamics women can be a valuable asset to the office.

Designed for success is a must read
From cover to cover it covers all achievable goals
Practical step to gain success in the work place
The greatest point; it's Biblical base

This book can alter the way you conduct your business in the work place. It touches on things that a lot of writers won't address and gives you thought provoking ideas that are subtle but can change perceptions such as not to rock back and forth (which I tend to do). This book can be used individually or in a study group, but hang on because you will start to look at all aspects of the way you act, look and think. This book could use an associated work book. Dondi is refreshing and funny and has a way of telling stories that will tickle you yet make you think. I would definitely suggest reading it and passing one along to someone else. Men should read this book as well. If we all have to work together, we may as well try to understand one another.This book can alter the way you conduct your business in the work place. It touches on things that a lot of writers won't address and gives you thought provoking ideas that are suttle but can change perceptions such as not to rock back and forth (which I tend to do). This book can be used individually or in a study group, but hang on because you will start to look at all aspects of the way you act, look and think. This book could use an associated work book. Dondi is refreshing and funny and has a way of telling stories that will tickle you yet make you think. I would definately suggest reading it and passing one along to someone else. Men should read this book as well. If we all have to work together, we may as well try to understand one another.

If you want to be treated equal with a man in the workplace you need to read this book and impliment everything Dondi talks about. Then you will see yourself get that raise or promotion. Easy reading.

NOTE: I am not into BDSM personally and came across this book via podiobooks.com.

I was intrigued by the title and didn't honestly expect much from it. I will say that I was blown away with the honesty, caring, and loving perspective it is. I also enjoyed that there are intellectual and stimulating discussions and perspectives.

I highly recommend any of Thorndaddy's and Dollie's books. They are two people who are highly in love and have total respect for one another.

Thank you to you both in helping me broaden my horizons!

There's a lot out there on how to "do it right", but Master and I are literate and most of what's out there isn't. This book is amazingly well written, and speaks to me. I recommend it and I bought copies for all my friends. And I burned CDs of the podcast MP3s for several people at our local dungeon, and gave them out last year as xmas gifts to our closest friends. I plan to do that this year with copies of this book.

Very much enjoyed. It was a peep into the everyday life of a smart S&M couple and will be well received by those with open minds.

Alot of lovey dovey, S&M style of course, but if you are okay with that, you'll get alot out of insider info out of it.

By: Kitiara
I'm an avid listener of ThornDaddy and Dollies Submission and Coffee podcast and was eager to hear this one and The Plump Buffet as well. I hope the authors truely understand what a great service they are providing to the world. From reading other testimonials and hearing my own appreciation echo'ed from many other listeners I know that the love and respect they show for each other is spreading out to others like a ripple in a pond. For a country that boasts so many freedoms, in certain aspects we all seem subtly bound by so many rules of society that are ingrained in us so deeply they seem part of our nature. ThornDaddy and Dollie and others like them who bring these perfectly normal and natural instincts that some of us have into the light of day and help us realize that it's ok to succumb to the animal inside us, that safe, sane, consentual fun between adults is OK... I repeat.. it's OK!!! (many of us have an extrememly hard time accepting that fact through years of believing what our current society has taught us). Thanks again to the two of you for helping dispell the myth (partly due to hollywoods always dark and scary portrayal of BDSM---well... not so scary to everyone *blush*) and show people new to these feelings that it's not wrong to admit that a smack on the fanny can also mean "I love you" :D MEW!!

Of the billions of people there are in the world. There is a very small fraction that are into BDSM, and of that fraction even few who want a 'lifestyle' not just a play in the bedroom. As a new Dom myself it can be a very confusing and aggervating process not only find others like you. But to understand just how to go about things, and the BDSM world itself. When I found this book on www.podiobooks.com. At first I wasn't sure what to expect, so I loaded it up on my mp3 player and started taking it to work with me. As I listened to each chapter after the other, not only was I totally enthralled by the book, but moved beyond words. It's as if those very two understood to the very core what laid within my own heart. For those of us that are confused beyond measure in this lifestyle. This book is not only a wake up call, but a type of clarity that is very much needed in our lives. For those of you curious of the lifestyle, or BDSM in general. To really see what a true, passionate, amazing love and bond is. Get this book and read it to your heart's content. You'll see that while BDSM is pain, and alternative sexuality. It is also a type of connection and love that is sadly missing in many vanilla relationships. Thorn Daddy and Dollie Llama have a bond that transcends normal emotional and mental barriers. She is totally devouted and serving to him. And through her submission and devotion to him she is enlightened, brought to clarity, and loved beyond measure. And he given her gift of total submission is brought to the same. A plateau of beauty, knowledge, love, affection, and emotion that is lost in far to many of us.

Read the book, take it to heart, close your eyes and see a darkened world that very few truly understand. And while ignorance may blind most to a negative aspect of BDSM, just remember there are those just like Dollie Llama and Thorn Daddy that truly show us:

"Darkness is a beauty all it's own, misunderstood and forgotten, but amazing beyond measure."

Please enjoy this wonderful and beautiful book, thank you.

-Morhion