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Sebastian's Adventures: Diary of a Champion is a heartwarming story of the adventures of a young Hanoverian Percheron thoroughbred horse named Sebastian and his trainer Karin Matey on the road to sucess in the dressage arena. In his "diary", Sebastian tells about his life on the farm, his first experiences in the dressage ring, his discovery of his love of jumping, and much more.

As fiercely independent Ruth struggles to stay self-reliant at the age of 86, each day brings her closer to an event that will alter her life forever. While her author daughter shifts through Ruth’s possessions prior to her move into a skilled nursing facility, she discovers a previously unseen photo from 1949 and realizes how little she knows of her mother’s life.

I Will Never Forget is the powerful true story of the author Elaine’s talented mother's extraordinary journey through Dementia. Through superb stories from Elaine’s childhood, including her controversial name, tales of smokin’ dragons, and the feisty teenage years, Betty Ward’s wonderful character is revealed. Over time, as their relationship evolves and a new paradigm is formed, her mother begins to exhibit goofy behaviors, uncharacteristic verbal assaults, and bizarre thinking.

This is the ultimate guide and reference book for anyone who will use medical care or have insurance questions. If you don't have a professional advocate or someone to advocate on your behalf effectively, this is the advocate for you. Inside Patient Advocacy Matters II, you will find more updates from the first edition that keep up with the ever-changes tides of healthcare.

Profound in nature, the book sheds light on Biblical principles that enhance and transform negative attitudes and perspectives to a realization that one’s greatest source is complete trust in Jesus and the solid foundation of God's word. Teaching others how to move forward despite circumstances makes this book life-transforming and powerful.

Most of us will experience various forms of heartbreak, loss, and tragedy at some point in our lives. Joan did, experiencing the loss of some of her closest family members and beloved pets, all within a very short time. She lost her best friends and main support system overnight. It was as if a sink hole opened and swallowed her, and she was lost in darkness and depression every day.

The Confident Patient is your road map and key to truly understanding and navigating your healthcare situation. This powerful guide provides you with real answers, specific questions to gain clarity, information you can use immediately, and gives you concrete ways to partner with your medical team. Healthcare is intensely personal and intimate, and The Confident Patient honors you and your family’s individual situation like a trusted friend, in a supportive, compassionate way.

Shocking news! Hospitals are making less progress when it comes to keeping patients safe from health-care associated infections. About one in 25 inpatients suffers with an infection related to hospital care, leading to the loss of tens of thousands of lives each year. The good news is - as a patient or an advocate, you have a real ability to reduce your chances of acquiring an infection by making infection control your top concern.

"The Contessa's Legacy" is a novella by Nora D'Ecclesis. The book tells the story of a family living in Pompeii, Naples in 79AD. It follows the lives of the family members as the ancestors eventually immigrate to America, including their relationships with each other, and their struggles to survive in a society that was not known for treating its citizens with compassion.

A horse's spirit called out for help and in a mysterious way, I was the one that heard her weary spirit's call. Today, I am so thankful that I kept my promise to never give up on my Krizta, not just for her sake, but for my own. Krizta was the first memeber of my American Horse Family. Krizta taught me that a horse forms the rider. She became my greatest teacher. After Krizta retired, she and Cairo, the next horse in the family, took on the responsibility of raising four young foals, Mysti, Keanu, Sebastian and Hannover.