Salmon Swimming Upstream and Homebound: Tales about brotherhood from Bear Creek

   

Salmon Swimming Upstream and Homebound:

Tales about brotherhood from Bear Creek

"Salmon Swimming Upstream and Homebound" by Stephen E. Johnson is a heartfelt nostalgic memoir that captures the essence of growing up in rural America during the 1960s and 70s, specifically in Woodinville, Washington. Through vivid storytelling, Johnson reflects on his childhood adventures, family traditions, and the rhythms of farm life in the Pacific Northwest. The book is divided into seasons, mirroring the passage of time and the cycles of farm life, with each chapter offering a glimpse into the joys, challenges, and transformative moments of youth.

Rich in sensory details, the memoir transports readers to a world of frosted landscapes, crackling fireplaces, and the quiet beauty of nature, while exploring universal themes such as resilience, family bonds, love, loss, and the enduring power of memory. Johnson's narrative balances humor, emotion, and introspection, recounting experiences like Swedish Christmas Eve celebrations, snowy sledding escapades, and the awakening curiosity of adolescence. It is a celebration of childhood, family, and the lessons that shape us as we grow, inviting readers to reflect on their own cherished memories while immersing them in the author's beautifully crafted world.

Siblings are shown as central to the narrative, with moments of camaraderie and conflict that strengthen their bond. Extended family members, such as Aunt Ikey and Uncle Ralph, are depicted as nurturing figures who provide guidance and warmth, emphasizing the importance of family traditions and creating lasting memories. Overall, Johnson celebrates the complexities of family relationships—their joys, struggles, and sacrifices—while underscoring the enduring bonds that bring meaning and unity even during challenging times.

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9 Steps to Build a Life of Meaning:

How to Unlock Your Mind, Happiness, Power,

and Your Enemy's Demise

In this urgent, heartfelt self-improvement memoir by leading founder and simplifier Rick Walker, you are offered 9 powerful steps to build the most meaningful life imaginable. This is your moment. Dr. Ben Carson calls this: “A profound, refreshing, and triumphantly hopeful way of thinking.” Imagine it: Unbeatable focus. Unstoppable passion. Incredible resilience. Honorable leadership. A flourishing family. And more-much more. Everything you need for a life of true and deep meaning.The once impossible is now accessible. In 9 Steps. Rick wants to rip away the comfort now enslaving your potential. He discovered the steps the hard way. Hidden where he least wanted to look: The abandoned genius of ancients. The hard-won wisdom of warriors. The overlooked art of the masters. And, not surprisingly, within his own failures. Most self improvement books are focused on happiness. However, this self help book for men is focused on something much more important: meaning. The steps in this book help men in their personal development and their purpose development. With a foreword by US Representative and Navy SEAL Dan Crenshaw, this high-energy calling uplifts men to the next level of their manhood. Dr. John Vervaeke praises this book: “I admire both Walker’s journey and this wonderful book that shares that journey with others so that they can undertake something similar.” To walk these steps is to undergo a profound evolution, as Rick personally experienced and now shares for the first time. Your personal journey begins now. Transformation starts with a single step. Dan Crenshaw- Foreword Bio: Dan Crenshaw is a former United States Navy SEAL officer now serving as the U.S. representative for Texas's 2nd congressional district. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Fortitude.

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Ancient Sounds for a New Age: An Introduction to Himalayan Sacred Sound Instruments

 

Ancient Sounds for a New Age:

An Introduction to Himalayan Sacred Sound Instruments

Ancient Sounds for a New Age is an introduction to and overview of sound healing with Himalayan instruments. It offers a clear idea of what is needed to learn and practice for anyone who decides to enter the field, and serves as an instructional tool to that end. Diáne has combined techniques from other fields that have proven very effective for her clients and describe these in the book. As an extra bonus, exclusive access to a digital one-hour instructional video is included to demonstrate Diáne’s methods as a practitioner. The book is organized in five parts. The first, Part I: Fundamentals of Sound Healing, offers an orientation to the work. Part II: The Sacred Sound Family, teaches about the sound healing instruments—the tingshas, the ganta and dorje, and the Himalayan bowls—and the author takes you through some basic configurations for working with multiple instruments. Part III: Sound Healing and the Chakras, offers a breakdown of techniques and principles for working with the body’s main energy centers, the chakras. Part IV: Working with Challenging Emotions, offers brief orientations to working with anxiety and depression, dedicating one chapter to each. The last main section of the book, Part V: Enhancing Your Practice, concerns ways to include other modalities in a sound healing session, and the author shares some that have worked well in her own practice. Diane explores colors and toning, power language, and visualization, reminding the reader, “In learning to practice sound healing, we are aspiring to become more than technicians who can play the instruments—we are developing into healers.” Additionally, several Appendices include: thumbnail profiles of some sound healing pioneers, an interesting case study, some client testimonials, and further resources, including information about Diane’s school and some of the classes and products offered. “Diáne Mandle is the preeminent voice in the field of Tibetan bowl sound healing. Her book, Ancient Sounds for the New Age, offers a platform of deep understanding on which a practical skill set can be easily built upon. This is what the emerging field of sound healing has been waiting for. There is no doubt that it will soon be recognized as the go-to resource for serious vibrational practitioners.”—Richard Rudis (Karma Sonam Dorje)

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Grandpa Pigeon's Grit and Glory: Pioneers That Shaped America

 

Grandpa Pigeon's Grit and Glory:

Pioneers That Shaped America

(Grandpa Pigeon's Tales)

Grandpa Pigeon- Pioneers That Shaped America is a heartwarming collection of twelve vivid stories that bring early American explorers and folk heroes to life. From Daniel Boone carving the Wilderness Road to Sacagawea guiding Lewis and Clark across an untamed continent, each chapter is a living, breathing tale told by the unforgettable Grandpa Pidgeon—a flannel-wearing storyteller with a legendary sweet tooth and a heart full of history.

Told through the lens of a single magical day at Grandpa’s house, these stories unfold in cozy corners of his home—from the rocking chair on the front porch to the buzzing chicken coop castle—where young visitors learn that courage, kindness, and curiosity shaped a nation.

Perfect for family read-aloud, classrooms, and anyone who believes the past should feel personal, this book mixes humor, history, and life lessons into a one-of-a-kind journey that will leave readers of all ages saying, “Tell me another one, Grandpa.”

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