When The Cactus Rose Blooms

Author : Jr Val Villarreal
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014-02
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781460232347

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When the Cactus Rose Blooms by Jr Val Villarreal Pdf

The title, When the cactus rose blooms, points to a human being: to one who is ruggedly heroic, not quite tied to an unassuming demeanor; it points to the intuitive character that John Wayne plays in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valence. The cactus plant serves as a motive running through this character's prickly, but kind, awkward, but right symphonic journey: it points to that piece of music we might call "man". In the film we are told that when the legend becomes a lie you print the legend, or something along those lines; we, on the other hand, live on too many legends founded on too many lies! The total venue of our existence has for the longest while now been needing an overhaul. As has been stated in The Pebble Poems, the first attempt to tackle such ills, this is a case for, and not against, love; our need to be unwhispered here requires it. We are asked to press out of the ordinary, past remembrance, to step into that place where "the cactus rose blooms"! The times we live in keep changing inordinately; here's hoping a fresh perspective proves helpful....

Author : Val Villarreal, Jr.
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-02-18
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781460232354

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When the cactus rose blooms by Val Villarreal, Jr. Pdf

The title, When the cactus rose blooms, points to a human being: to one who is ruggedly heroic, not quite tied to an unassuming demeanor; it points to the intuitive character that John Wayne plays in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valence. The cactus plant serves as a motive running through this character’s prickly, but kind, awkward, but right symphonic journey: it points to that piece of music we might call “man”. In the film we are told that when the legend becomes a lie you print the legend, or something along those lines; we, on the other hand, live on too many legends founded on too many lies! The total venue of our existence has for the longest while now been needing an overhaul. As has been stated in The Pebble Poems, the first attempt to tackle such ills, this is a case for, and not against, love; our need to be unwhispered here requires it. We are asked to press out of the ordinary, past remembrance, to step into that place where “the cactus rose blooms”! The times we live in keep changing inordinately; here’s hoping a fresh perspective proves helpful.

Author : Afton Feltham
Publisher : Austin Macauley Publishers
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2023-05-26
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781638294429

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Bloom of the Desert Rose by Afton Feltham Pdf

Marie Bensworth has been married now for 10 long years, living in the Wyoming plains’ beautiful empty spaces with her husband, Lewis. Childless and lonely, it seems her life is faced with replaying the same hot, long days again and again. That is, until an outcast stranger moves to town. In the weeks to follow, thoughts and feelings arise within her she never knew she had, pushing and guiding her to this new and mysterious man. When their worlds abruptly collide, their attraction, at first ignored, becomes something much more powerful, stirring deeply within each of them. Now, as the golden band on her left hand sets her life, she must decide if this man is worth the cost of her reputation and marriage. But when Lewis becomes suspicious, Marie will be faced with the choice to stand firm or fall into the strong arms of a man she was destined to love.

Author : K.N. Habilis
Publisher : Korn Neesanan
Page : 89 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Blooming Symphony by K.N. Habilis Pdf

Double Page View: This book features double-page illustrations, where each spread showcases a captivating visual of flowers. To fully appreciate the vibrant colors and intricate details, we recommend viewing the book in a double-page view mode. "Blooming Symphony: A Journey Through Floral Beauty" is a captivating and educational book that celebrates the beauty and diversity of wildflowers. With its stunning double-page illustrations and informative descriptions, this book takes readers on a visual journey through a vibrant tapestry of flowers. Each page showcases a different wildflower, capturing its intricate details, vivid colors, and unique characteristics. From the graceful Amaryllis to the exotic Bird of Paradise, from the delicate Bluebell to the majestic Sunflower, this book features a wide range of wildflowers from around the world. Beyond the visual feast, "Wildflower Wonders" offers valuable insights into the scientific names, cultural significance, and symbolic meanings associated with each flower. Young readers will be fascinated by the fascinating facts and stories behind these natural treasures, deepening their appreciation for the wonders of the natural world. Designed as an e-book for mobile devices, this book allows readers to explore the double-page illustrations with ease. The interactive features, such as zoom and rotate functions, enhance the reading experience, enabling readers to delve into the intricate details of each wildflower. "Blooming Symphony" invites readers to immerse themselves in the captivating world of wildflowers, fostering a sense of curiosity, wonder, and connection with nature. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a budding botanist, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of flowers, this book is a delightful companion for discovering the enchanting realm of wildflowers.

Author : Mark A. Dimmitt,David Alan Palzkill,Gene E. Joseph
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Adenium
ISBN : 0615342566

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Adenium by Mark A. Dimmitt,David Alan Palzkill,Gene E. Joseph Pdf

Author : Lisa Eldred Steinkopf
Publisher : Cool Springs Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2022-08-30
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780760374177

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Bloom by Lisa Eldred Steinkopf Pdf

In Bloom, The Houseplant Guru Lisa Eldred Steinkopf unleashes all the secrets on how to grow dozens of indoor plants that produce colorful, intricate, and sometimes fragrant blooms. If you’ve ever struggled to get an orchid or African violet to rebloom, or if you’ve hesitated to add plants like hoya, anthurium, Madagascar jasmine, or clivia to your windowsill for fear you may never see their gorgeous flowers, Lisa reveals the insider strategies you need to encourage these plants to strut their stuff. In her signature warm and beginner-friendly tone, she introduces simple techniques you can use to encourage bloom alongside all the ins and outs of caring for these beautiful plants. Lush, full-color photography accompanies each in-depth plant profile. Upping your houseplant game doesn’t have to involve spending hundreds or even thousands of dollars on the next trendy leafy-green foliage plant. If you want to expand both your growing skills and the number of specimens in your houseplant family, dive into the world of flowering houseplants instead. New cultivars of old favorites are taking the houseplant world by storm, and other, more unusual, species are now making their way into the limelight, thanks to the interest of millions of new houseplant parents around the world. Inside the pages of Bloom, you’ll meet: The best flowering houseplants to cascade from window ledges, hanging pots, and plant shelves A collection of small blooming houseplants perfect for tabletops, desks, and windowsills Houseplants with colorful blooms for the living room, dining room, and bedroom Fill your home with foliage and flowers, and enjoy all the color and calm they’ll add to your living space.

Author : Sarah Williamson
Publisher : Abrams
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2020-04-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781683358466

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Cactus and Flower by Sarah Williamson Pdf

This bright, gentle, thoughtful picture book explores friendship and natural life cycles for readers young and old Cactus and Flower spend their days in the desert, side by side. They watch the sun come up; they watch the sun go down. They play with their animal friends. And they grow, slowly but surely. Then one day, Flower loses a petal. Cactus and Flower know what this means. But they know, too, that this is the way life goes: Slowly but surely, petals will fall, and new buds will bloom.

Author : Alan Messing
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2017-02-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1540899276

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A Rose Blooms in the Desert by Alan Messing Pdf

Fleeing the German invasion of Poland in September 1939, Corporal Meyer returns home to Pysznica to rejoin his family. Miriam, a young woman traveling with her family, stops in Pysznica to take care of her ill father. Meyer and Miriam meet, and their love for each other blossoms despite the hardships of war. Working together, they try to keep their two Jewish families alive-no small feat during the Nazi occupation. They struggle to survive as they are forced into slave labor, and endure some of the worst treatment and anti-Semitism the world has ever seen. They are compelled to go into hiding. Meyer and Miriam must watch as their large family is threatened, not knowing what will become of everyone. Eventually, Miriam and Meyer are separated. Miriam is forced to adopt a new identity while Meyer is subjected to the abuse of three concentration camps. If only they can survive this war and the fuhrer's plot to destroy their people, they can finally be together. Miriam and Meyer's story of survival, love, and enduring commitment through suffering is a testament to the power of love and the ferocity of war.

Author : Lara Hawthorne
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2024-01-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781536232844

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The Night Flower: The Blooming of the Saguaro Cactus by Lara Hawthorne Pdf

Hawthorne delivers an exquisitely illustrated picture book about the Saguaro cactus which grows in the Sonoran desert in Arizona and its flower, which blooms only one night a year. Full color.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1224 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 1896
Category : Mottoes
ISBN : WISC:89087914099

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The Cyclopedia of Practical Quotations by Anonim Pdf

Author : C P Bansal
Publisher : Blue Rose Publishers
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2021-07-01
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Poetry of Masses, for Masses by C P Bansal Pdf

The book is an interesting reading of little and small verses. Many little verses are likely to become quotes in verse. Topics are of universal interest as Love, Light, Inspiration, Nature, God. Science too is related to life in many verses.

Author : ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW,Paul Rees
Publisher : Frances Lincoln
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2023-04-11
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780711277151

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The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Cacti and Succulents by ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS KEW,Paul Rees Pdf

This inspirational book from Kew Gardens' cacti and succulents expert is the perfect guide to growing and maintaining a wide variety of these fascinating plants. Indoors or outside, in the smallest spaces or as features in large gardens, succulents and cacti are popular in homes and gardens all across the world, regardless of climate. They’re resilient, beautiful and easy to care for as long as you’re armed with the right knowledge. Packed with information and inspiration, and with the guiding authority and expertise of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this book teaches you everything you need to know about 50 speciments of succulents and cacti, from ideal humidity, light and temperature, to maintenance instructions so that your plants can thrive. This book also contains 12 easy-to-follow projects for you to carry out at home, so you can grow a vibrant array of succulents and cacti for your home, whether you are a complete beginner or a keen enthusiast. Combining beautiful botanical illustrations and practical advice, The Kew Gardener’s Guide to Growing Succulents and Cacti is the definitive introduction to growing these wonderful plants. This book is from the Kew Experts series, in which the top gardeners and botanical scientists from Royal Botanic Kew Gardens offer up advice and information as well as suggesting handy projects on a range of gardening topics. Other titles include: Companion to Medicinal Plants, Guide to Growing Bulbs, Guide to Growing Fruit, Guide to Growing Orchids, Guide to Growing Herbs, Guide to Growing Roses, Guide to Growing Trees, Guide to Growing Vegetables and Guide to Growing House Plants.

Author : Judy Mielke
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2010-07-05
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780292788107

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Native Plants for Southwestern Landscapes by Judy Mielke Pdf

A guide to xeriscaping for eco-conscious gardeners living in desert climates. For gardeners who want to conserve water, the color, fragrance, shade, and lush vegetation of a traditional garden may seem like a mirage in the desert. But such gardens can flourish when native plants grow in them. In this book, Judy Mielke, an expert on Southwestern gardening, offers the most comprehensive guide available to landscaping with native plants. Writing simply enough for beginning gardeners, while also providing ample information for landscape professionals, she presents over three hundred trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, groundcovers, wildflowers, cacti, and other native plants suited to arid landscapes. The heart of the book lies in the complete descriptions and beautiful color photographs of plants native to the Mojave, Sonoran, and Chihuahuan desert regions of the Southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Mielke characterizes each plant and gives detailed information on its natural habitat, its water, soil, light, temperature, and pruning requirements, and its possible uses in landscape design. In addition, Mielke includes informative discussions of desert ecology, growing instructions for native plants and wildflowers, and “how-to” ideas for revegetation of disturbed desert areas using native plants. She concludes the book with an extensive list of plants by type, including those that have specific features such as shade or fragrance. She also supplies a list of public gardens that showcase native plants.

Author : Wynne May
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Castles
ISBN : 0373171889

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Desert Rose by Wynne May Pdf

Author : Geoffrey O'Brien
Publisher : Catapult
Page : 263 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-01
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781619022225

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Stolen Glimpses, Captive Shadows by Geoffrey O'Brien Pdf

"We watch what is moving fast from a platform that is also moving fast," writes Geoffrey O'Brien in the beginning of Stolen Glimpses, Captive Shadows. This collection—gathering the best of a decade's worth of writing on film by one of our most bracing and imaginative critics—ranges freely over the past, present, and future of the movies, from the primal visual poetry of the silent era to the dizzying permutations of the merging digital age. Here are 38 searching essays on contemporary blockbusters like Spider–Man and Minority Report; recent innovative triumphs like The Tree of Life and Beasts of the Southern Wild; and the intricacies of genre mythmaking from Chinese martial arts films to the horror classics of Val Lewton. O'Brien probes the visionary art of classic filmmakers—von Sternberg, Fod, Cocteau, Kurosawa, Godard—and the implications of such diverse recent work as Farenheit 9/11, The Passion of Christ, and The Sopranos. Each of these pieces is alert to the always–surprising intersections between screen life and real life, and the way that film from the beginning has shaped our sense of memory and history.