Funny Farm


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An inspiring and moving memoir of the author's turbulent life with 600 rescue animals. Laurie Zaleski never aspired to run an animal rescue; that was her mother Annie’s dream. But from girlhood, Laurie was determined to make the dream come true. Thirty years later as a successful businesswoman, she did it, buying a 15-acre farm deep in the Pinelands of South Jersey. She was planning to relocate Annie and her caravan of ragtag rescues—horses and goats, dogs and cats, chickens and pigs—when Annie died, just two weeks before moving day. In her heartbreak, Laurie resolved to make her mother's dream her own. In 2001, she established the Funny Farm Animal Rescue outside Mays Landing, New Jersey. Today, she carries on Annie’s mission to save abused and neglected animals. Funny Farm is Laurie’s story: of promises kept, dreams fulfilled, and animals lost and found. It’s the story of Annie McNulty, who fled a nightmarish marriage with few skills, no money and no resources, dragging three kids behind her, and accumulating hundreds of cast-off animals on the way. And lastly, it's the story of the brave, incredible, and adorable animals that were rescued. Although there are some sad parts (as life always is), there are lots of laughs.




Facing the Unexpected


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Facing the Unexpected presents the wealth of information derived from disasters around the world over the past 25 years. The authors explore how these findings can improve disaster programs, identify remaining research needs, and discuss disaster within the broader context of sustainable development. How do different people think about disaster? Are we more likely to panic or to respond with altruism? Why are 110 people killed in a Valujet crash considered disaster victims while the 50,000 killed annually in traffic accidents in the U.S. are not? At the crossroads of social, cultural, and economic factors, this book examines these and other compelling questions. The authors review the influences that shape the U.S. governmental system for disaster planning and response, the effectiveness of local emergency agencies, and the level of professionalism in the field. They also compare technological versus natural disaster and examine the impact of technology on disaster programs.




Shelter Me


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A young mother and widow learns how to deal with her husband's sudden recent death.




Unexpected Rescue


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Shrapnel from an explosion tore up Jackson's leg and ended his career as a Navy SEAL. Being forced into the civilian world was bad enough, but being told he's crazy is intolerable. No matter what the doctors or anyone else tells him, he knows a supposed ally was responsible for his injury, and that same man is determined to shut Jackson up for good.When Jackson sees a kayaker clinging to his boat from the balcony of his beach house, his instincts tell him something dire is about to happen. Jackson rescues the injured man and insists on hiding him until a former SEAL teammate arrives. As Jackson struggles with separating reality from soul-shattering flashbacks, the injured man's compassion and growing trust tear down his barriers, and Jackson begins to wonder if his heart is as dead as he'd assumed.




Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff


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Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff, Second Edition is the premier reference on shelter medicine. Divided into sections on management, species-specific animal husbandry, infectious disease, animal cruelty, shelter programs, behavior, and spay/neuter, the new edition has been reformatted in a more user-friendly design with briefer chapters and information cross-referenced between chapters. Maintaining a herd health approach, new and expanded chapters address issues of husbandry, infectious disease management, behavior forensics, population management, forensic toxicology, animal cruelty and hoarding, enrichment in shelters, spay/neuter, and shelter design. Now in full color, this fully updated new edition delivers a vast array of knowledge necessary to provide appropriate and humane care for shelter animals. Veterinarians, veterinary technicians and shelter professionals will find this to be the go-to resource on the unique aspects of shelter medicine that help facilitate operating a modern, efficient, and humane shelter.




The Unexpected Story of Nathaniel Rothschild


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The Unexpected Story of Nathaniel Rothschild is the only full length biography of Nathaniel, the first Lord Rothschild (1840-1915). The Rothschild family in all its branches is of compelling and continuing interest and fascination. A family that could make or break dynasties, that could bankrupt industrial magnates but who also were outstanding philanthropists and collectors of some of the world`s greatest art treasures. Ardently supportive of the founding of the State of Israel, Nathaniel was also adept at playing the political game within and without Jewry. He went to extremes to ensure that Jewish refugees from Russian pogroms went to Palestine and did not come to the UK. The first Jew in the House of Lords, he had previously stood as a Liberal MP and fought for social justice. He knew every leading British politician from Disraeli to Lloyd George. Indeed as a leading figure in the City, he helped Lloyd George to surmount this country's worst ever financial crisis. He died a man mourned by the political elite and the masses. It is only now that his story has been fully told.




Surviving the Unexpected


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Embark on a Journey of Preparedness and Resilience The allure of the wilderness is undeniable – a captivating escape into nature's embrace. But within its beauty lies the potential for unexpected challenges that can test your limits and demand your utmost resourcefulness. "Surviving the Unexpected: Emergency Scenarios in the Wild" is your comprehensive guide to navigating these unforeseen crises and emerging from them stronger than ever. This meticulously crafted eBook is more than just a survival manual; it's a transformative journey into the heart of wilderness resilience. Inside, you'll discover: Expert Strategies for Finding Your Way Back: Conquer the fear of getting lost with proven techniques for navigation, backtracking, and utilizing nature's subtle signs. In-Depth Wildlife Encounter Guides: Learn to identify and respond to diverse North American wildlife, including bears, mountain lions, moose, and snakes, with detailed profiles and safety tips. Comprehensive Weather Survival Tactics: Prepare for extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and other harsh conditions with shelter-building instructions, layering strategies, and insights into hypothermia and hyperthermia. Life-Saving Wilderness First Aid: Gain the knowledge and skills to manage injuries and illnesses in the field, from controlling bleeding and treating burns to splinting fractures and managing shock. Effective Signaling for Help: Master various signaling techniques, from building signal fires and using mirrors to utilizing electronic devices and improvised methods. Shelter Building Mastery: Learn to construct different types of shelters in various environments, ensuring protection from the elements and conserving vital body heat. Essential Sustenance Strategies: Discover techniques for finding, collecting, and purifying water, as well as foraging for edible plants and utilizing other food sources in the wild. Cultivating Mental Fortitude: Develop the psychological resilience to overcome fear, panic, and despair, empowering yourself to make sound decisions and maintain hope in challenging situations. Essential Gear Checklists and Packing Tips: Ensure you're equipped with the right tools and resources for any wilderness adventure, from navigation essentials and first-aid kits to fire starters and emergency shelters. Real-Life Survival Stories: Draw inspiration and learn valuable lessons from the experiences of others who have faced and overcome adversity in the wild. Whether you're a seasoned backpacker, a weekend hiker, or simply someone who enjoys exploring the outdoors, "Surviving the Unexpected" is an essential addition to your library. Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to face the unknown with confidence and emerge from any wilderness emergency stronger and wiser.




Making Shelter in the Wild


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Making shelter is a top priority for anyone who finds himself in a survival situation. It’s the best way to stay safe from the elements. This title teaches readers the basics in shelter building, covering topics such as locating the right place to build shelter and what kind of materials to use. Simple diagrams and detailed images accompany the instructional guide to building shelter. The high-interest text incorporates other important survival skills, always with an emphasis on safety and preparedness. Young readers with an interest in the outdoors are sure to love this title!




Shelter in Place


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From Nora Roberts comes the #1 New York Times bestseller Shelter in Place (June 2018)—a powerful tale of heart, heroism...and propulsive suspense. It was a typical evening at a mall outside Portland, Maine. Three teenage friends waited for the movie to start. A boy flirted with the girl selling sunglasses. Mothers and children shopped together, and the manager at video game store tended to customers. Then the shooters arrived. The chaos and carnage lasted only eight minutes before the killers were taken down. But for those who lived through it, the effects would last forever. In the years that followed, one would dedicate himself to a law enforcement career. Another would close herself off, trying to bury the memory of huddling in a ladies' room, helplessly clutching her cell phone--until she finally found a way to pour her emotions into her art. But one person wasn't satisfied with the shockingly high death toll at the DownEast Mall. And as the survivors slowly heal, find shelter, and rebuild, they will discover that another conspirator is lying in wait--and this time, there might be nowhere safe to hide.




Sacred Refuge


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What if the soul-safe space you long for turned out to be what God most longs to give you? What if your crisis is the portal that takes you there? The world is broken. Wars shake the earth, natural disasters upend communities, crises hit our marriages and families, churches crumble under moral failure, sickness wracks our bodies. More than ever, we feel the effects of living in a fallen world. When crisis hits, our instinct says retreat. But have we considered where we’ve been hiding? Is it in a flimsy shelter of our own making? What if you could find a place where you feel “soul-safe,” where even the worst that life dishes out cannot shake your faith or steal your peace, but “steels” your peace? A place so deeply rooted in the presence and love of God that nothing can move you. In the pages of Sacred Refuge, meet ten modern and ten biblical women who stare in the face of homelessness and hunger, life-threatening illness, the loss of a child, debilitating sin, life-altering rejection, and untimely death. Across space and time, author Lynne Rienstra invites you to join this sisterhood and learn from their fears, mistakes, and triumphs. To enhance your journey, she adds biblical teaching, ten Transforming Truths, application questions, encounters with Jesus, and a study guide. Step out of your isolation—as these women did—and into Christ’s sheltering embrace. Learn how to live there as your permanent dwelling place. Invite others to share this sacred refuge. And begin to change the world.