Deftly written and superbly illustrated by Adrian Reynolds, Pete And Polo's Farmyard Adventures is a thoroughly delightful multi-generational farm adventure for children ages 3 through 6 in which Pete and his mouse friend help his Grandpa find ten little lost duckling. The thoughtful text is perfectly illustrated by the wonderful full page paintings. Pete And Polo's Farmyard Adventures is perfect for kindergarten age and preschoolers.

Pete And Polo's Farmyard Adventures is a delightful multi-generational farm adventure in which Pete and his mouse friend help his Grandpa find 10 little lost ducklings. The thoughtful text is perfectly illustrated by the wonderful full page paintings. This is perfect for kindergarten age and preschoolers.

The first of Reynolds' books, _Playing Ball_ is the gateway book. From one perspective, this book with its emphasis on practical, pragmatic ways of coping with life is all you'll ever need. However, you may find it so useful and meaningful that you will want the rest of his books, too, for exactly the same reasons. They're all useful on a day-to-day basis. The best part of _Playing Ball on Running Water_ is that there is no filler, no b.s.. It is all practical, useful, immediate, sensible advice. No matter what shape your life is in, this book can make it better. And it doesn't hurt that Reynolds is an excellent writer.

"Playing Ball on Running Water" by David K. Reynolds is a book that advocates conscious living. The subtitle belays that concept, "The Japanese Way to Building a Better Life." Reynolds takes the Morita psychotherapeutic concepts and adapts them to Western life. The whole basis for this Morita approach is to live life by doing it. Doing it conscientious, with full awareness. This approach is based in Zen Buddhism and it is deceptively simple.

It is amazing that so many of us who are not present and get caught up worrying about the future and bemoaning the past. The book's contention is that we paralyze ourselves with thinking and speaking too much. Reynolds contends that we are not acting on life, not doing life, not actively observing where we are now and not noticing what is around us right now. "...every act provides the opportunity for purposeful accomplishment and personal growth. Every act can involve moments of directed attention."

The author's emphasis is on accepting the current state of being, not letting that keep you from moving on in life, and creating purposeful action. The doing is the important process, not the result. Not having your emotional state or your past keep you from going on at this moment is how Morita is applied. To put what Morita is succinctly, "...to teach students to accept feelings as they are, to know their purposes, and to do what needs to be done."

In summary, Reynolds does more than to illustrate what Morita psychotherapy is with client cases, with Zen Buddhist koans (puzzle), parables, and a clear process to follow. Reynolds gives the reader a blueprint to a life without regrets, to a life that you are fully responsible for.

On line in real time is what shopping for life's essentials ought to be about. Fortunately there is Quixtar.com that moves us closer to that reality. For those of us new to shopping virtually or someone curious about how this works..this book is a treasure. We should all have such a "best friend" to do the research for us and pave the way. Someone who makes the mysterious seem so easy. Full of wit, wisdom and helpful tips to navigating this diverse site and fascinating business vehicle. Best of all when you're done your feet won't hurt. Ms Reynolds has updated her first edition to encompass the evolution of the site and teach us still more about shopping and buying on the Internet to simplify our lives. What do women want? Simpler lives! I can't imagine shopping any other way. Knowing there is surely more change coming, I look forward to the 3rd edition.

In September, 1999, Quixtar.com appeared on the Internet like the little, blue engine chugging, "I think I can. I think I can. I think I can." Many people climbed aboard that train to cross the mountain to reach Success and Freedom. However, to climb that elevation, they needed well laid track. Quixtar.com click-by-click was the answer. Now, in 2001, the summit has been reached. Success and Freedom can be seen. Quixtar click-by-click, 2nd Edition, the best and strongest track ever, is here to guide the Quixtar engine carrying all the people down the steep slopes of the mountain chugging, "I thought I could. I thought I could. I thought I could." The 2nd Edition with its "Lingo", "Quick Tips", and step by step approach can guide someone just learning about the Quixtar site. But, even better! IBOs, who think they know the site, are going to be amazed at all the information of which they're unaware. The chapters concerning Catalog City and Partner Stores are worth the price of the book. Wait until you see the detailed Ditto Delivery chapter and use the intricate index! Everybody needs to own a copy of Quixtar click-by-click, 2nd Edition, the best and strongest track ever laid. Chug, chug...click-by-click.

Fun, fun, fun! Is the quilt world's losing its girdle the 90's equivalent of burning its bra? That would add an interesting twist to the Woodstock quilt. Ruth's talent in cartooning and humor add so much to the world of quilting. Riva takes leaps beyond a book on piecing or applique- she provides us with content and inspiration- the essence of self expression. Many of us who know Ruth through Quiltart will agree- this one's a winner!

There is nothing ordinary about Riva, alter ego of art quilter Ruth Reynolds! You'll have a constant grin on your face as you follow the flamboyant Riva and her girlfriends, portrayed in Reynolds' fabulous art quilts, cartoons and commentary, through the trials and tribulations of every-woman's daily life... Riva tells it like it is, honey... but like no other quilter ever has! You don't have to be a quilter to love Riva ...everyone will be amazed at Reynolds' creativity and sense of humor! I've been a Riva fan for several years and highly recommend her to everyone!

Long ago, when I was in Iran, my best friend told me the story of "Molavi and Shams-e Tabrizi." "Molavi" is the normal way to refer to the poet we call "Rumi."

In essence, he told me that Rumi encountered Shams-e Tabrizi at a class Rumi was teaching, and fell instantly in love with him. This mutual love was so strong that the two friends began to spend all their time together, to such a point that Rumi's students complained, and Shams was forced to leave town.

At that point, Rumi began writing this book: "The Divan of Shams-e-Tabrizi." He didn't even put his own name on it, he felt so strongly as one with his friend.

I now discover, some twenty years later, that the entire story is true, and quite well-known! The only part my friend left out is that he rather permitted me to imagine Shams as a young man of outstanding beauty. In fact, Shams was a 60-year-old man of outstanding wisdom (and perhaps beauty as well). Rumi was in his early thirties.

A meeting which changed both lives forever. Before meeting Shams, Rumi never wrote a word of poetry, and apparently never considered doing such a thing.

This small book is a classic which I will be sure to keep at my side forever, and to give to friends as well.

I love the poetry of Rumi. This book, to me, is the absolute best collection of them all! The introduction, by James Cowan, includes the best essay I have ever read on Rumi's experience with Shems, and really speaks to the greater subject of human friendship itself. I swear! Read the first 30 pages and you will be sold on this book by the introduction alone! This book is a nicely bound hardback, and is one of my favorite gifts to give to close friends and those who enjoy Rumi's work. You do not have to believe in mysticism or belong to any religious creed to enjoy the simple beauty of Rumi's work.

This is a delightful edition which includes an introduction into the life of Rumi and each selection of poetry is accompanied by copious explanatory notes. Long out of print, this text is now included as the first half of the new "A Rumi Anthology" published by OneWorld.

An awe-inspiring collection of mystical poetry by 13th century sufi master Jaladin Rumi. Gorgeous, compact musings on time, god, love & nature by the Willaim Blake of medieval Iran.

I loved it! I live in a small town in West Virginia, like the main character and I know what it's like to look out your window and see the beautiful mountains. I also know what it was like for Beth with her parents wanting something for her that she didn't want.

I think that every teenager should read this book. Beth just displays to me that she is such a hard worker and she tried everyday to keep her family in good health and helping her mother. I wanted her and Harless to get married all through the book. I think that they should make a movie about the book and Beth should be played by Katie Holmes. Hey, it's a thought! Thanks!

In review of A Slim Book on Weighty Matters, Dale Reynolds, Woodland Hills Publishing: I am a foodie and a good cook - and found myself 50lbs. overweight. I am on the road to "recovery". Dale has written a great book for those of us who are in the process of attaining our weight goal and for those of us who are already there and want to stay there. It is written in a cheerful and motivational style. The fact that Dale has "been there and done that" makes her an inspiration for weight loss - she knows my pain and struggle. Her book points out why a healthy weight is a good thing. It gives us the insight to figure out why we are overweight, who or what might be sabotaging our weight loss and most of all to recognize that we are worthy of a healthy weight and can get there by positive thinking. She reminds us, without lecturing, that exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle and the key is to find something you LIKE to do. She reminds you that you can still cook and eat well without weight gain. Her chapter on her typical week makes it real to the reader and is helpful as a model for what we can do. The tips and resources at the end are invaluable tools for getting there and staying there. It is one of those books to keep on hand and re-read to keep you on track and motivated. I bought two more copies and passed them on to my friends who also struggle. Thank you Dale!.

This book is the first one I've read that actually gets into the details of every day issues around maintaining a weight loss. It actually helps! Moreover, it reminded me of why I did this in the first place. Thank goodness there's the 'extra help' I need--finally!

Artist Sol LeWitt's wall drawings are shown in two parts in this book- how they are executed, and the final product. LeWitt's career also includes working for architect I.M. Pei, and coining the term "conceptualism". The book is designed perfectly, and the only drawback is there are no pictures of the artist, or any interviews.

Exquisite photographs and an exemplary text that covers the history of Sol Lewitt's wall drawings in depth. This will be a classic.