The Quotable Mom

The Quotable Mom
Author: Kate Rowinski
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2004
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9781402714238

"Everyone has had a mother, and most of us would admit that these women have profoundly affected our lives. The Quotable Mom gathers together some of the wisest and most memorable words ever written or spoken about and by the women who gave birth to us. This well-rounded volume includes quotes from individuals as diverse as Mick Jagger, Ann Landers, Mother Teresa, and Beatrix Potter. This gem of a book makes the perfect gift for any mother or grandmother. It is a heartwarming and inspiring collection of humorous, profound, thoughtful, and compelling remarks and observations by and about mothers and their children."--Publisher description.

The Quotable Mom

The Quotable Mom
Author: Familius
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2014-04-08
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1938301595

It is said that God could not be everywhere so he created mothers. With more than 200 unique quotations, The Quotable Mom shares thoughts, ideas, humor, and advice from the best minds of the ages for the most challenging situations that come with being a mom. "The phrase 'working mother' is redundant." —Jane Sellman

Please Look After Mom

Please Look After Mom
Author: Kyung-Sook Shin
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2011-04-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307595498

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • WINNER OF THE MAN ASIAN LITERARY PRIZE • When sixty-nine-year-old So-nyo is separated from her husband among the crowds of the Seoul subway station, her family begins a desperate search to find her. Yet as long-held secrets and private sorrows begin to reveal themselves, they are forced to wonder: how well did they actually know the woman they called Mom? “A terrific novel that stayed with me long after I’d finished its final, haunting pages.” —Abraham Verghese, bestselling author of The Covenant of Water “A raw tribute to the mysteries of motherhood.” —The New York Times Book Review Told through the piercing voices and urgent perspectives of a daughter, son, husband, and mother, Please Look After Mom is at once an authentic picture of contemporary life in Korea and a universal story of family love. “A suspenseful, haunting, achingly lovely novel about the hidden lives, wishes, struggles and dreams of those we think we know best.” —The Seattle Times

The Wisdom of Moms

The Wisdom of Moms
Author: Bridget Hamilton
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2017
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1426218176

"This diverse collection of heartwarming photography, true stories, and uplifting mottoes is the perfect way to show gratitude for the moms in your life."--

The Quotable Capricorn

The Quotable Capricorn
Author: Mary Valby
Publisher: SCB Distributors
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2011-12-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1936998211

The Quotable Capricorn describes the controlled, responsible Capricorn personality with more than 600 quotes and examples from famous Capricorns Benjamin Franklin, Rudyard Kipling, Katie Couric, Tiger Woods and more. Capricorns describe their natural Talents for hard work and responsibility in one chapter, addressing Challenges like negativity and low self-esteem in another. Chapters about Work, Creativity, Sports and Relationships show how the Capricorn traits of ambition and endurance come through in specific arenas. The Quotable Capricorn reveals a dozen Capricorn specialties such as more prominent broadcasters and more world-famous political spouses than any other zodiac sign.

The Quotable Sagittarius

The Quotable Sagittarius
Author: Mary Valby
Publisher: SCB Distributors
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2012-01-02
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1936998203

The Quotable Sagittarius describes the cheerful, adventuresome Sagittarius personality with more than 600 quotes and examples from famous Sagittarians like Mark Twain, Winston Churchill, Jamie Foxx and Taylor Swift. Sagittarians describe the natural Talents for honesty and travel in one chapter, addressing Challenges like foot-in-mouth disease and lack of focus in another. Chapters about Work, Creativity, Sports and Relationships show how the Sagittarius traits of curiosity and people orientation come through in specific arenas. The Quotable Sagittarius reveals a dozen Sagittarius specialties such as more alpine ski champions and more teenage girl pop stars than any other zodiac sign.

The Quotable Aquarius

The Quotable Aquarius
Author: Mary Valby
Publisher: SCB Distributors
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2012-12-02
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1936998238

The Quotable Aquarius describes the innovative, objective Aquarius personality with more than 600 quotes and examples from famous Aquarians Abraham Lincoln, Charles Dickens, Oprah Winfrey, Justin Timberlake and more. Material is organized by Aquarian traits like Individuality, Vision, and Erratic Behavior and includes more than a dozen Aquarian specialties such as more U.S. Presidents and more superstar athletes than any other zodiac sign. The book includes more than 75 Aquarian leaders, 150 Aquarian artists, 100 Aquarian athletes, and 150 famous Aquarian relationships.

All About Mom

All About Mom
Author: Dahlia Porter
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 123
Release: 2006-02-15
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1440518106

Nothing else in life compares to the one-of-a-kind bond mothers have with their children. Filled with more than 400 heartfelt reflections from such luminaries as Sylvia Plath, Booker T. Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Helen Keller, Alice Walker, Toni Morrison, Thomas Edison, Mark Twain, Jamaica Kincaid, Anne Tyler, and Amy Tan, All About Mom is a wise, witty, touching, and always honest look at what it really means to be mom. Whether reflecting on a mother's strength, unconditional love and wisdom or examining her influence on her grown children's lives, this book goes straight to the heart of this essential, enduring relationship.

The Quotable Osler

The Quotable Osler
Author: Sir William Osler
Publisher: ACP Press
Total Pages: 356
Release: 2008
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 9781934465004

This newly revised and updated paperback edition features the addition of fifty new quotes, forty of which have never before been published, as well as a chronology of Oslers life! The Quotable Osler is the ideal resource for those seeking an apt quote for an article, presentation, or for those wanting to sample Oslers thought-provoking and uplifting messages. Oslers meaningful and valuable teachings are timeless, and this new paperback edition would make a fine gift for a fellow physician, medical student, or a graduating resident.

Mojo Mom

Mojo Mom
Author: Amy Tiemann
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2009-04-07
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1101133023

Read Amy Tiemann's posts on the Penguin Blog. MOJO MOM helps you answer the question, "Who Am I Now that I'm A Mom?" What is Mommy Mojo? It's the feeling you get when you're a parent at the top of your game, juggling the kids and the many facets of life, and keeping your own needs in balance. Motherhood is a tremendous gift, but it's also a huge identity shift. Becoming a Mojo Mom means bringing your self and your dreams back into focus, while still giving your family the loving attention it needs. It may sound like a fantasy, but it can be done. Mojo Mom shows women practical ways to: *Prepare to become a Mom without losing your identity *Survive and enjoy the intense early years *Save some of your best energy and creativity for your own ideas and dreams *Reenter the workplace or take on a new path with confidence and ease *Learn the key elements to the long-term success of your marriage *Become a Naptime Activist-and change the world in just an hour a week *Rise above the "Mommy Wars" between stay-at-home and working moms *Use motherhood as an opportunity for reinvention Getting your mojo back is not just another item for your to-do list-it's your right. Amy Tiemann, MomsRising.org executive team member and founder of MojoMom.com, will help every woman explore her true self.