Sallie Smith Tribou Boeken

Castles and Carousels is a story stressing the importance of not always accepting things, or people, based on the first impression, and realizing there may be times in life when it may be necessary to take a chance on the things one wants in life, even if it takes several trips around for the brass ring' to be in reach and obtainable. Castles and Carousels is Maggie's story and it is set in southeastern North Carolina, Spain, and in the St. Augustine, Florida area. The reader will both laugh and cry with Maggie, and even at times rejoice with her. Maggie, having had several disappointments in life, had closed her heart and was merely existing; realizing her unhappy existence, she made the decision to open her heart and give herself one more chance at life, love, and happiness.

For Marie the Chinaberry trees she grew up with as a childheld fond memories. They were a 'comfort zone' she would retreat to when life's road became too rocky for herto bear. Those trees were always there- so was the love she felt for Walt.¿Walt was her first love and years later he still remained deep within her heart. The comfort she received from the memories of the Chinaberry trees and the love she continued to feel for Walt were the two constants in her life. They were forever there in her mind and in her heart. Chinaberry Trees Forever is for those who secretly carry the memories of their first love hidden deep inside of them. It is a book that will touch the hearts of all of those who have loved and lost, and it will give hope and encouragement to those who think it is too late for them. Most importantly, Chinaberry Trees Forever will let all of those with lost loves know that they are not alone.

Do you remember the make and model of your first car? What vehicle you were in when you had your first kiss? What car did your father drive when he threatened to "turn this car around right now" if you didn't stop fighting with your sister? What kind of car have you always wanted to own, but never bought - because it was too expensive or too impractical? Joe Mazzara takes us on a magical read, using each of the twenty-three cars he has owned, as a milestone for the events of his life. From his first car a 1962 Chevrolet Corvair, to the three Volkswagen Beetles he owned during college, and the Dodge Shelby Charger he raced during the 1990s, we are reminded that cars are inextricably linked to the times of our lives. Written with wit, wisdom and a perceptive eye, Pedal Cars & Purple Pickles is a book for everyone. Car lovers will appreciate the informative descriptions of the cars and the companies that produced them. Everyone will relate to the hilarious and poignant stories of human triumph, failure, dreams, and dreams deferred. There is enough satire, humor, and just plain good writing in this book to satisfy the most discriminating reader.