My lover/partner/friend/conspirator gave me this book last night. As he walked away, I clutched it to my chest and began to cry.... I have not finished reading it, but have only put it down long enough to sleep a few hours(at my lover/partner/friend/conspirator's insistance), eat and now write. I have not been so overwhelmed with a feeling of coming home since reading Bi Any Other Name ten years ago.This is, literally, the answer to my prayers! As a bisexual Catholic I have struggled many years with my spiritual and sexual identities with little guidance from others who could not understand and therefore could not speak.At last I have found others who share my struggle! Thanks to all who helped make this book possible! I hope you are as richly blessed as this book has so richly blessed me.

First, a conflict of interest disclosure: I am one of the contributors to this anthology. And I must insist that you buy this book anyway. It is one of the best anthologies on the bisexual experience I've encountered, and believe me I've read them all. Deb Kolodny has a good ear and a deft editing hand, and she compiled a superb collection of insightful, well-written pieces. The anthology reflects the glorious diversity of the bi movement, and the unique contributions of bisexuals to their spiritual communities.

This enlightening and captivating book is a user-friendly and wonderful tool to have! I was impressed by this author's ability to educate and inform in very efficient and effective ways. I recommend this for anyone who has a part in working with children. This is also a great reference for parents wanting to know more about how children function, cope, and heal during and after trauma.

Finally, a readable resource for parents and care givers of children who have been impacted by the "culture of trauma" in this country. This book is an excellent resource for parents in view of the many instances of school violence we have experienced in the last few years. I was so happy to find real guidelines and specific examples of what to say and do in the face of the constant bombardment of violence on television, in movies, as well as in real life. Concrete, straightforward, but always readable. I heartily recommend it to other parents, teachers and counselors.

CHRISTMAS IS COMING! "Written in first person, each poem reflects the thoughts of one of three children. The image throughout is timeless. The verses are simple and follow very basic rhyming schemes, making them easy and fun for younger children to read aloud. The poems are useful as a starting point for classroom discussion, craft projects, or student compositions on a variety of subjects, ranging from the preparation for and celebration of Christmas to the ideas of family, generosity, and tradition. Children may wish to compare their own holiday experiences to those in the book."--Education World

This book will provide us with a script for an excellent Christmas program this year. Thank you!

I loved this book! I took it out of my teachers library but didn't read it for a while. Once i did though, I couldn't stop.
I loved it so much that i stole it from my teacher. The carecters are very deatailed for such a short book.I especialy love the fact that its all about magic. It is a must read.

My sister bought me this book and it sat on my shelf for about 5 months. Once I finally began to read it I couldn't put it down. After I learned that it was part of a series of books I went out and bought them all. The reading and length of the book is very easy. A little to easy, at a junior high level, but sometimes I even go back and read the book again because the plot and characters were so finely constructed.

I am by no means a Chief of any type, but this book is written in the most basic of terms so that anyone can prepare a meal that will be a Connoisseurs Delight. It has obviously been a labor of love preparing it. I cannot rave enough about it. I purchased two copies, one for my wife and I, and the second for a friend, and they also are in love with it. Anyone can take it and just follow the simple instruction for ingredients and preparation method, and you will end up with an extremely well prepared meal. The variety of the different items, such as breads, meats, deserts, etc, is extremely plentiful. I have used several different cook books, but I have found this one to be the best because of the obvious appearance that the author has prepared every meal herself. She has not placed recipe's in the the book just to fill the pages. Each recipe that we have prepared has tasted great and was easy to understand. If you are having a hard time finding an idea for a Christmas gift for someone, this is the answer. They will thank you for time and again for it.

Living near the coast, we eat a lot of seafood, and this book has the BEST recipes! "Hugh's Crab Stew" recipe is worth the price of the book -- even people who claim they don't like seafood LOVE it, and people who like seafood RAVE over it! My family usually balks at trying new foods, but if I tell them I got the recipe from this book, they are eager to try it, and always want more. In fact, my teenaged son has begun cooking using this book, because I wasn't trying the recipes fast enough to suit him!

In _Cultural Evidence_, Ms. Cariaga displays the full scope of her considerable poetic talents. The collection is compelling and earnest, and her artistry is breath-taking. She has given us the gift of her voice with the publication of this first monograph, years in the making.

Influenced by the innovative work of Theresa Hak Kyung Cha, the poems are always richly nuanced and layered with many meanings that newly reveal themselves after each rereading. However, one never gets the sense of 'knowing' a poem completely, even after numerous readings.

The three-part structure of the book, along with the fascinating epigraphs from which she takes the titles of her chapters, provides a sense of the delicate balance the work negotiates on multiple levels: art, silence, language, politics, identity, power, and love.

The poet specifically deals with, among other things, her family's histories and her identity as a Filipino (American) and a woman.

This is a great book. Note, however, it is authored by Catalina Cariaga

The review title is borrowed from the blurb on the back of the paperback. It is as good a description of this unique writing style as you will get. The list of poems making up Drought is a bit misleading - in general the segments are prose poems ... or prose. However, there is a narrative line - a very powerful tale of the death of a relationship within the stress of drought.

The second piece "Say what you like" is less memorable than "Drought". In this case the relationship includes abuse - and when the relationship disolves the identity of the individuals is rendered uncertain in the best postmodern style.

A new poet/author's whose work is well worth watching.

Half prose, and half poetry, this story is hard to categorize as far as form. But it grabs you, as does the style and voice. It grips you and won't let you turn away. After finishing this story, and it is a short read, I started right back in on it, to see if what had just happened, actually happened.

Plant growth habit and culture notes are all too rare in succulent and cacti volumes. This expertly assembled book captures the succulent plants at their optimum phase and accurately records botanical names and growth requirements. I also utilize to accurately identify plants that I use to create living succulent wreaths. The section of 'Bringing the Desert Indoors' is a welcome invitation to indoor gardeners every where to enjoy these sculptural beauties year around.

One of few books dealing with gardening in the dry southwestern climates. Most of the book is devoted to "Plant Selector" which describes the plants, hardiness, cultivation needs, etc. Other sections deal with "Garden Design", "Techniques" (cultivation etc.), and, " Special Conditions." If you have one book on succulent gardening, this should be it.

Debra McArthur's book is well written and very well researched. She didn't just get her information from history books; she actually talked to people who lived through this trying time in American History.

The book was specifically written for an audience, ages 9-12, but I found it certainly held my interest. McArthur does not write down to her audience; she informs. Even though I was already somewhat familiar with this time period, she helped me see it through the eyes of the people who were there.

I was surprised, and pleased, that the people living through this stressful time made up jokes to ease their tension. ie. "Almost everyone heard about the farmer who was hit by a drop of rain and fainted from the shock. It took two buckets of sand thrown in his face to revive him" (54).

I am pleased to recommend this book for all ages.

Debra McArthur's book is very well written, and it certainly held my attention. Even though it is intended for readers in grade levels 9-12, readers of any age can enjoy learning about this trying time in the history of our country.

I found the quality of McArthur's research impressive. Her information didn't just come from history books. She talked to people who were there. Even though I was familiar with the story of the Dust Bowl, this book made me see it through the eyes of the people who lived it. I was amazed to find out that people actually made up jokes to help them cope. ie. "Why do crows fly backwards? Answer: To keep the dust out of their eyes."

I am happy to recommend this book to anyone, of any age.

This is a very practical, useful book for use by the therapist with their patients. Having 100 creative activities at your fingertips is fantastic! They also include the photocopy reproduction rights, so you can make copies as needed for your clients. Very well written and illustrated, worth it!

A handbook like this is long over-due in the field of occupational therapy. It is expertly written and the format is sooo functional to the busy therapist. I am anxiously awaiting another title by these new writers.