Alan Jackson - Precious Memories (Songbook)

Alan Jackson - Precious Memories (Songbook)
Author: Alan Jackson
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 69
Release: 2006-08-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1458452263

(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Artist Songbook). This songbook includes all 15 songs from the 2006 release, Jackson's first ever gospel album. Songs: Blessed Assurance * How Great Thou Art * I'll Fly Away * In the Garden * The Old Rugged Cross * Softly and Tenderly * What a Friend We Have in Jesus * and more.

The Picture Book of Mothers

The Picture Book of Mothers
Author: Sunny Books
Publisher:
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2019-11-03
Genre:
ISBN: 9781705361597

Christmas is coming, and it can be difficult to find a gift for your mother or other woman in your life who's suffering from dementia. You'd like to give her something that will capture her attention, engage her mind, and encourage peaceful interaction at the same time it says, "I love you." This book may be what you're looking for. It contains full-page photos of happy, loving mothers engaging with their children. On the page opposite each photo is a heartwarming quote about motherhood in large print. While many dementia patients have difficulty with short-term memory, memories of the distant past are more accessible. These photos and quotes may inspire them to talk about their own memories of motherhood and the children they love. Families, caregivers, and assisted living staff can share this book with the people they care for. It is also an excellent activity for seniors with Parkinson's disease or recovering from a stroke. Seniors with eyesight or strength challenges who find it difficult to hold a heavy book or read long paragraphs of text will also enjoy this book. At Sunny Street Books, we design books specifically for seniors with dementia. They're lightweight yet high-quality, adult in nature, with nothing to distract your loved one from their enjoyment of the photos and the short quotes that accompany them. FEATURES * Beautiful Content This book is filled with carefully-curated, full-color, high-resolution photos of loving mothers interacting with their children. * Minimal Text The only text included in the book consists of short, heartwarming quotes about motherhood. All text is large print for easy readability. * Manageable Size This is a 40-page, 6" x 9" softcover that's comfortable to hold and easy to tuck into a bag. * High Quality The quality of this book's cover and its interior design are indistinguishable from books created for other readers. Just because a book is simple and uncomplicated doesn't mean it has to be unattractive, unprofessional, or childish. * Discreet Packaging At no time is anything mentioned about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or any other challenges the reader might be facing. This book can be given to your loved one without fear that they might feel embarrassed or offended. NOTES FOR CAREGIVERS * Sit beside your loved one in a quiet place that is free of distractions. * Allow them to hold the book if possible, and also turn the pages, which will enable them to become more engaged in the book. * Put a pillow in their lap to support the book as you thumb through it together. * Leave this book in an accessible place to allow your loved one to pick it up on their own when you're not there. Click on "Sunny Street Books" at the top of this page beneath the title of the book for links to all the books we publish: The Picture Book of Birds The Picture Book of Natural Wonders The Picture Book of Gardens The Picture Book of Butterflies The Picture Book of Movie Stars The Picture Book of Cats The Picture Book of Dogs The Picture Book of Bible Verses The Picture Book of Flowers The Picture Book of Beaches The Picture Book of Horses The Picture Book of Quilting The Picture Book of Baby Animals The Picture Book of Kids and Animals The Picture Book of American Patriotism

The Music of the Stanley Brothers

The Music of the Stanley Brothers
Author: Gary B. Reid
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2014-12-15
Genre: Music
ISBN: 025209672X

The Music of the Stanley Brothers brings together forty years of passionate research by scholar and record label owner Gary B. Reid. A leading authority on Carter and Ralph Stanley, Reid augments his own vast knowledge of their music with interviews, documents ranging from books to folios sold by the brothers at shows, and the words of Ralph Stanley, former band members, guest musicians, session producers, songwriters, and bluegrass experts. The result is a reference that illuminates the Stanleys' art and history. It is all here: dates and locations; the roster of players on well-known and obscure sessions alike; master/matrix and catalog/release numbers, with reissue information; a full discography sorting out the Stanleys' complex recording history; the stories behind the music; and exquisitely informed biographical notes that place events in the context of the brothers' careers and lives. Monumental and indispensable, The Music of the Stanley Brothers provides fans and scholars alike with a guide for immersion in the long career and breathtaking repertoire of two legendary American musicians.

Memory Wall

Memory Wall
Author: Anthony Doerr
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2010-07-13
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 143918285X

In the wise and beautiful second collection from the acclaimed, Pulitzer Prize-winning #1 New York Times bestselling author of All the Light We Cannot See, and Cloud Cuckoo Land, "Doerr writes about the big questions, the imponderables, the major metaphysical dreads, and he does it fearlessly" (The New York Times Book Review). Set on four continents, Anthony Doerr's new stories are about memory, the source of meaning and coherence in our lives, the fragile thread that connects us to ourselves and to others. Every hour, says Doerr, all over the globe, an infinite number of memories disappear. Yet at the same time children, surveying territory that is entirely new to them, push back the darkness, form fresh memories, and remake the world. In the luminous and beautiful title story, a young boy in South Africa comes to possess an old woman's secret, a piece of the past with the power to redeem a life. In "The River Nemunas," a teenage orphan moves from Kansas to Lithuania to live with her grandfather, and discovers a world in which myth becomes real. "Village 113," winner of an O'Henry Prize, is about the building of the Three Gorges Dam and the seed keeper who guards the history of a village soon to be submerged. And in "Afterworld," the radiant, cathartic final story, a woman who escaped the Holocaust is haunted by visions of her childhood friends in Germany, yet finds solace in the tender ministrations of her grandson. Every story in Memory Wall is a reminder of the grandeur of life--of the mysterious beauty of seeds, of fossils, of sturgeon, of clouds, of radios, of leaves, of the breathtaking fortune of living in this universe. Doerr's language, his witness, his imagination, and his humanity are unparalleled in fiction today.

Presidential Praise

Presidential Praise
Author: C. Edward Spann
Publisher: Mercer University Press
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2008
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780881461176

Presidential Praise: Our Presidents and Their Hymns offers the most comprehensive coverage ever written of the influence of hymns on the lives and administrations of America's presidents. Each chapter begins with Michael Williams's concise presentation of each president's path to the White House and his accomplishments and failures as president. C. Edward Spann then introduces how each president regarded music, whether or not he was musical, and music in the White House during each president's administration. These hymns may be related to developments in the life of the president, including his spiritual journey, major decisions he had to make as president, or even his selection of the inaugural Scripture. Spann then tells the story of how the hymn was written, both the words and the music. Presenting this scholarly material in an inspiring manner is part of the delight of the book. In doing so, the book covers a panorama of hymnody from 1614 to the 1980s. After an interpretation of the words, it is demonstrated why the chosen hymns were meaningful to each president. The format of each chapter reveals this special emphasis that can't be found elsewhere.

Truth and Grace Memory Book

Truth and Grace Memory Book
Author: Thomas K. Ascol
Publisher:
Total Pages: 72
Release: 2005-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780970524805

Geared towards toddlers through fourth graders, this resource presents a solid plan for Scripture memory through exposure to great hymns and catechetical instruction.

Funeral Hymns

Funeral Hymns
Author: John Wesley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 24
Release: 1817
Genre: Funeral hymns
ISBN:

Sound Souvenirs

Sound Souvenirs
Author: Karin Bijsterveld
Publisher: Amsterdam University Press
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2009
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9089641327

In recent decades, the importance of sound for remembering the past and for creating a sense of belonging has been increasingly acknowledged. We keep "sound souvenirs" such as cassette tapes and long play albums in our attics because we want to be able to recreate the music and everyday sounds we once cherished. Artists and ordinary listeners deploy the newest digital audio technologies to recycle past sounds into present tunes. Sound and memory are inextricably intertwined, not just through the commercially exploited nostalgia on oldies radio stations, but through the exchange of valued songs by means of pristine recordings and cultural practices such as collecting, archiving and listing. This book explores several types of cultural practices involving the remembrance and restoration of past sounds. At the same time, it theorizes the cultural meaning of collecting, recycling, reciting, and remembering sound and music.

Picture Book of Psalms

Picture Book of Psalms
Author: Mighty Oak Books
Publisher:
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2019-08-29
Genre:
ISBN: 9781689372183

This calming picture book offers self-empowerment, hope, and dignity to people with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, or those rehabilitating after a stroke. Share the relaxing pleasures with a loved one of flipping through favorite inspirational Scripture verses from the Book of Psalms alongside high quality, colorful images of nature. Rekindle the love of books for elderly readers with dementia. Seeing these beautiful photos can spark conversation or reminiscence, reinforcing a sense of self and identity. Connect to a Loved One Set a positive mood for interaction with full-color, high quality photos Quiet and calm activity, especially for afternoon and evening hours Reassuring Therapeutic images reduce anxiety No mention of dementia, memory loss, or anything that could cause stress or embarrassment Large Print Text Each verse is written in very large print, one verse per page Memory Stimulation Images are a powerful opportunity for association and reminiscence Comfortable to hold Lightweight Soft cover 6x9 inches 41 pages Helpful Tips for Caregivers Sit beside your loved-one in a quiet area with no distractions Avoid shadows or reflections on the pages Provide a pillow on your loved-one's lap to support their hands and the book Allow your loved one to turn the pages when possible. This allows them to control the pace for engagement and reminiscence. Use in a group or care setting can bring individuals with dementia together and can be used as an entertaining activity that helps combat boredom or depression. More Dementia Activities for Seniors that make wonderful gifts Coloring Book of Psalms - New! Picture Book of Hymns Picture Book of Gospels Picture Book of Proverbs Picture Book of Puppies Picture Book of Birds Picture Book of Sunsets Picture Book of Oceans Picture Book of Flowers Picture Book of Landscapes Picture Book of Lakes

The Chimes

The Chimes
Author: Anna Smaill
Publisher: Quercus
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2016-05-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1681445336

"A HIGHLY ORIGINAL DYSTOPIAN MASTERPIECE" --Geraldine Brooks, Pulitzer Prize winning author of March "FOR ALL THE POETRY AND LYRICISM, THE CHIMES IS A SOLID SUSPENSEFUL ADVENTURE STORY AT HEART" --NPR Books A mind-expanding literary debut composed of memory, music and imagination. A boy stands on the roadside on his way to London, alone in the rain. No memories, beyond what he can hold in his hands at any given moment. No directions, as written words have long since been forbidden. No parents--just a melody that tugs at him, a thread to follow. A song that says if he can just get to the capital, he may find some answers about what happened to them. The world around Simon sings, each movement a pulse of rhythm, each object weaving its own melody, music ringing in every drop of air. Welcome to the world of The Chimes. Here, life is orchestrated by a vast musical instrument that renders people unable to form new memories. The past is a mystery, each new day feels the same as the last, and before is blasphony. But slowly, inexplicably, Simon is beginning to remember. He emerges from sleep each morning with a pricking feeling, and sense there is something he urgently has to do. In the city Simon meets Lucien, who has a gift for hearing, some secrets of his own, and a theory about the danger lurking in Simon's past. A stunning debut composed of memory, music, love and freedom, The Chimes pulls you into a world that will captivate, enthrall and inspire.