Breath as Prayer

This hilarious and adorable collection of cats highlights the quirky behaviors of your favorite furry friends.

They leave dead animals on your doorstep. They intentionally knock everything off of your countertops. They leave scratch marks on your nice furniture and attack your calf muscles. They sleep on your laptop when you're using it. They somehow get hair on every single article of clothing you own, and then some. They are the epitome of sass and poise. But behind that aloof personality and penetrating stare are the wonderful cats we all love. This book chronicles the baffling behavior and ever-changing attitudes of these fuzzy felines with 50 comical photographs and illustrations. From cats who think they're mountain lions to the ones who are plotting to take over the world, the temperaments of these grumpy and (somewhat) affectionate animals will be recognized by cat lovers everywhere. Whether you have a cat who is capable of incredible feats of acrobatics, or one who makes a habit of crashing straight into walls (or one who does both just a few minutes apart), this book captures the secret inner workings of your cat's brain. Purr-fect for crazy cat parents and anyone else who is owned by a cat, these lovable, playful, ridiculous, and slightly unhinged cats will have all readers laughing.

Losing a loved one is painful and overwhelming.

As a mother who has suffered with loss on many levels, Kathe Wunnenberg knows from firsthand experience that there are no easy answers for those who mourn. Her tender and comforting devotions will help you deal with your grief and find hope and strength in God.

Grieving the Loss of a Loved One is a devotional for those who know the acute heartache that accompanies loss. Using Scripture verses from multiple translations, these thoughtful devotions will help you walk through the stages of grief, as well as offer specific encouragement for holidays, birthdays, and special occasions, when grief can be particularly painful. 

You will walk away from the short thematic devotions and feel validated and understood, and renewed hope in the God who promises to never leave you.

• Contributor(s): L. Frank Baum , Charles Santore
• About the Contributor(s): The work of New York Times bestselling children’s book illustrator Charles Santore has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Snow White, and The Wizard of Oz.
• ISBN-13 9781604335422
• Language: English
• Pages: 104
• Dimensions: 12.77(h) x 9.79(w) x 0.59(d) inches

Life is better at the beach--but you already knew that. Escape with a beach read focused on the beauty of God's seaside wonders. The stunning photography and devotions will take you right to the water's edge, where God's voice is often clearer than ever.

Devotions from the Beach is a beautiful gift with:

• 100 devotions focused on the beach
• Gorgeous photography
• Life parallels with elements of the shore
• Messages of hope, comfort, strength, and rest

This beautiful book gives you a front-row seat to God's majestic creation. So breathe deeply and open your heart and soul to the One who shaped it all. Devotions from the Beach is the perfect gift for every beach lover, women who appreciate gentle reminders of days at the beach and the call of God's love, and anyone who finds peace standing beside the ocean.

Other books in the Devotions from… series include Devotions from the Mountains, Devotions from the Lake, Devotions from the Front Porch, Devotions from the Kitchen Table, and Devotions from the Garden.

In an ever-changing world, good manners never go out of style. These essential skills and tips will help you all aspects as you grow into womanhood.

Good manners are not just a quaint and old-fashioned concept. They're an essential aspect of every young lady's path to adulthood. It's safe to say that today's young woman is exposed to more opportunities than any generation of women in history, and these essential guidelines created by author Kay West will help parents ensure that their daughters grow up to succeed in any situation.

In 50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know, you will learn about:

Making conversation with adults
Accepting a gift you don't like
Dressing appropriately
Winning and losing graciously
Writing a thank-you note
While the formal rules of etiquette are not taught the way they once were, 50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know provides a modern take on the ageless idea that girls should know appropriate and courteous responses to any given situation.

This updated guide to traditional standards of behavior proves that manners never go out of style--they're a crucial skillset that a young girl needs to excel in whatever she chooses to do.