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THIS STORY TELLS THE ENDS AND OUTS OF HOW THE ENEMY TRIED TO DESTROY DENISE DAVIS AT A VERY EARLY AGE. MARRYING AT THE YOUNG AGE OF 21, BROUGHT HARDSHIPS AND EMOTIONAL PAIN THAT SHE NEVER THOUGHT SHE'D EXPERIENCE. THERE WERE SOME STRUGGLES FOR DENISE TO FIND PEACE AND BLESSINGS, BUT IF IT HAD NOT BEEN FOR CHRIST, THE SITUATIONS SHE ENDURED WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT COMPLETELY DIFFERENT.

Defeating Petey is a story about tragedy, trial, and triumph. Written by former Firefighter Engineer, Jonathon Hall, this candid telling details the tragic collision that killed his father, Tom Hall, and the trials that ensued as he fought to find justice for his mother and son - ultimately pulling him away from his dream career as a Urban Firefighter.

Eye of the Storm Hurricanes, Adventures and Shipwreck in the Caribbean A man trying to reconnect with his parents on a sailing trip is caught in the path of a hurricane. At a remote Caribbean island, facing imminent shipwreck, the author finds himself struggling to survive inside the eye of the storm. A true story. Excerpt: “Hang on tight!” I shout over the roar of the storm. The inflatable dinghy suddenly drops into the trough of a wave. The crippled engine struggles to point the bow up the face of the next wave. It can barely push forward against the hurricane. Glancing down, I see that the boat is nearly full of water.

So you want to lead your union? Developing a plan to leading and navigating the hurdles of your membership and your union. Offering practical examples of real experiences during a twenty five year career representing from the shop floor to a mid level elected position. Navigating the politics of your members, and other elected officials in a large amalgamated union. Self-help for those interested in union leadership or those desiring a better understanding of the inner workings of a union local.