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Now revised to reflect the reality of military and economic unrest around the world, Married to the Military remains an invaluable resource for any military spouse or significant other.When you marry a military service member, whether a reservist or active—you may feel as if you’ve also married the United States military! While there are plenty of orientation books on military training, there is not much information available about handling the personal aspects of military life. Married to the Military demystifies the often confusing military world so you can make the right choices for yourself and your family. Meredith Leyva, an experienced military wife and founder of CinCHouse.com, the Internet’s largest community for military wives, girlfriends, and women in uniform, offers time-tested advice on everything you need to know—from relocation to deployment, protocol to finances, and career to kids, including: -Keeping your love life together during deployments -Relocating yourself and your family around the world -Maintaining your own career when you're expected to move every three years -Understanding what pay and benefits you're entitled to—and how to maximize them -Dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other threats to your partner’s well-being Whether you’re figuring out military protocol or trying to understand the medical system, this savvy, friendly yet authoritative guide details just what you need to know to manage day-to-day issues and get on with the adventure of military life.

From sexpot and sexpert Dr Victoria Zdrok, J.D./Ph.D., the only woman in history to be both a Playboy Playmate of the Month (Oct. 1994) and a Penthouse Pet of the Year (2004), an intricately researched and field-tested guide on how to pick up, seduce, and hook up with hot women.

The new edition of the bestselling learn-to-sail manual combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary--by the former sailing coach of the U.S. Naval Academy and current ESPN commentator. 100 photos.

From the authors of "ChiRunning" comes a revolutionary program that blends the health benefits of walking with the core principles of Tai Chi to deliver maximum physical and spiritual fitness.

Dr. Chilton presents scientific proof that a natural, diet-based solution can both treat and prevent inflammatory diseases, and offers offers a program that can be easily followed--one that promises discernible improvement in as little as seven to ten days.

The author of "Life's Greatest Lesson" and "Positive Words, Powerful Results" offers his most potent inspirational message to date and highlights the fifteen areas of focus that can help everyone enjoy full-life improvement.

This accessible, how-to guide brings focus to the unique skills that comprise emotional intelligence and shows how to quickly understand, increase, and incorporate these tools into daily life.

Sir Robert Cecil, advisor to the newly crowned King James I, relies on his loyal gardener for practical advice. Combining beautifully ordered landscapes with the turmoil of a country teetering toward civil war, the author brilliantly brings the past to life through the eyes of one remarkable man and his family.

Overstuffed backpacks, missing homework, the unused planner, the test he didn't know about. Sound familiar? Goldberg, an expert whose been organizing kids for 15 years, shows parents how to teach their own children to organize for themselves.

Already a bestseller in Britain, 1215 sweeps readers back eight centuries in an absorbing portrait of life at a time that saw the Crusades, Richard the Lionheart, and the legendary Robin Hood--as well as King John--all make their marks on history. At the center of this fascinating period is the document that has become the capstone of modern freedom: The Magna Carta. The events leading up to the famous signing of the document at Runnymede in June 1215 lay the foundation for this work that vividly describes everyday life from castle to countryside, from school to church, from hunting in the forest to trial by ordeal. Broad in scope and rich in detail, 1215 ingeniously illuminates what may have been the most important year in our lives.

"Until you change the way you work at things, the things you work at will never change. Julie teaches how to change those things and become more energetic and efficient at work. This book is a must."--Pat Riley, president of the Miami Heat.

From the world-famed Joslin Diabetes Center, here is the definitive guide to diabetes self-care--an indispensable resource for everybody with the disease. The center, affiliated with Harvard Medical School, is considered the preeminent diabetes research facility in the nation.

The Essential Guide to the Cameraman's CraftSince its initial publication in 1973, "Cinematography" has become the guidebook for filmmakers. Based on their combined fifty years in the film and television industry, authors Kris Malkiewicz and M. David Mullen lay clear and concise groundwork for basic film techniques, focusing squarely on the cameraman's craft. Readers will then learn step-by-step how to master more advanced techniques in postproduction, digital editing, and overall film production.This completely revised third edition, with more than 200 new illustrations, will provide a detailed look at: How expert camera operation can produce consistent, high-quality results How to choose film stocks for the appearance and style of the finished film How to measure light in studio and location shooting for the desired appearance How to coordinate visual and audio elements to produce high-quality sound tracksWhether the final product is a major motion picture, an independent film, or simply a home video, "Cinematography" can help any filmmaker translate his or her vision into a quality film.