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401 page embossed hard cover celebrating the centennial of Miami, Texas. Includes personal oral histories, photos, illustrations, detailed local history text. See photo of table of contents for more details. Wonderful local history reference. ... Read more

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In December of 1963, grief over the recent assassination of President Kennedy gave rise to a heightened sense of urgency to "grab the brass ring now." So it was that on a snowy day in Dallas, a legal secretary looking for a brighter future for herself and her family answered an ad placed by a new company, Mary Kay Cosmetics. In Jackie Brown's brief interview with Mary Kay, she became convinced not only of the company's quality products and the founder's values, but also of the potential in the marketing plan. Here was a company that would reward her hard work and dedication with an executive paycheck! Jackie rose through the ranks of Mary Kay Cosmetics as no one else did. Jackie's successes in selling and recruiting laid the foundation for a cosmetics empire and she herself became the gold standard for new recruits. But as the company's achievements spiraled ever higher, Jackie began to see flaws from within. And these were only the first warnings of a breach of trust so great it would start a battle between the two women. This is the story the public has never heard. The real story that fills in the gaps left by other published reports. It is a story of loyalty and betrayal, joy and heartbreak, recognition and disappointment, heady success and depressing failure.Ultimately, it is also a story of tragedy, and Jackie Brown is the only one who can tell it.Author Jackie Brown spent over forty years in the cosmetic business and was president of two cosmetic companies. Now retired, she lives in a small town in Arkansas. ... Read more

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Ask ME about Mary Kay
It was my good fortune to work for Jackie Brown at BeautiControl in the early seventies as well as to be on staff at Mary Kay Cosmetics some years later.I was aware of the history of both companies and I knew a few things about the conflicts that took place in the early years.It was the proverbial tip of the iceberg!I had no idea of the more intimate details until reading this book.

My position at both companies allowed me to have some insight into the personalities of both women. It was clear to me then and remains so to this day that both are wonderful role models for anyone aspiring to be successful in business.

When I heard that Jackie was writing about events that took place so many years ago, I felt sure it would provoke a lot of interest among those who were or still are associated with both companies but I had my doubts about the relevance it might have for anyone else.

I was wrong!

If you are inspired by stories about people who overcome a multitude of adverse circumstancesto achieve a lofty goal, you will enjoy this book.

If you want to see how faith in God provides a foundation on which to build a life and a company, you will enjoy this book.

There will be some who prefer that the skeletons of history remain safely in the closet - that it is unfair to the memory of Mary Kay to tarnish her image as a leader.I understand that feeling.

Although she passed from this life a number of years ago,Mary Kay is an icon and a hero to millions of men and women all over the world.She was one of the most remarkable women of our time. But in the honest telling of her story, Jackie is compelled to reveal a darker side to Mary Kay - a side that plays a prominent role in this compelling narrative.She was not a perfect human being.But, of course, she never said she was.

Mary Kay wrote the story of her life some years ago.It has inspired millions.Now it's Jackie's turn to write her own.I believe it will inspire millions more.

Some may feel "Ask ME about Mary Kay" should not have been written.I say kudos to Jackie for having the courage and the talent to write about her life in a way that entertains as well as informs.

It reads like the adventure that it was. I couldn't put it down!
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Kay Dillion and her seven-year-old daughter Becky are preparing to move on with their lives. After months of living with her brother, Kay finds the perfect apartment to begin her life anew. But Kay soon discovers she’s entered the pits of hell—and there will be no escape.

Horrifying images and nightmarish visions gradually drag Kay deeper and deeper into her own embittered soul. What was once a reality fades to a blur, and Kay grows increasingly unsure of her own existence. To heal her horrific past of endless torture and sexual abuse, Kay must confront her long-buried memories.

But Kay soon discovers she’s trapped between two spiritual worlds. No longer a member of the living, Kay realizes that Becky personifies the little girl Kay used to be. Now she must fight to save herself from the demonic forces that claim her soul. Will she be able to triumph over evil—or will the dark forces forever claim her?

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Volume IV Jackie Kennedy (1961–1963). After being lulled into complacency by the Father-Knows-Best Eisenhower administration, Americans are suddenly caught up in the whirlwind of the vivacious Kennedy presidency. Blue-collar workers earn $100 a week. Postage stamps rise from four to five cents and the zip code system begins. We are all mesmerized by Alan Shepard and John Glenn, the Beatles, the Bay of Pigs, and the Cuban missile crisis. The Berlin Wall is built in just four days, and Nikita Khrushchev begins testing nuclear bombs in the atmosphere.

Volume IV contains comments by each succeeding First Lady (Lady Bird, Pat, Betty, Rosalynn, Nancy, Barbara and Hillary), who also have diaries of their own (Volumes V – XI). ... Read more

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Pulling The Wool Over Our Eyes For A Buck
I agree with the previous poster who is upset about purchasing these books thinking that they are authentic.As one who has been a student of the presidency since I was young, I believe that this is a terrible disservice for students of presidential history.I was stunned when I came across one volume of this book at a used bookstore today as I had never heard of this "secret" diary before and (attempting to be humble) I thought that I had an excellent working knowledge of presidents and their families.I am glad I bought this book used at a used bookstore and didn't order it through Amazon, or worse, the author's website.I am a reader of historical fiction, and I have no problem with that genre.What I do have a problem with is the author's slick way of couching these diary entries as authentic.There is no disclaimer in the introduction, no "historical fiction" wording anywhere on the book, and no statement that I could find (unless it is deeply buried in the text) stating that the book is a work of fiction.It wasn't until I visited the author's website and read very, very carefully, that I learned book was completely made up.I feel like a sucker and that I was duped.Thankfully, I only forked over a couple of bucks for this typographical error-filled, proofreader-needy "book."If the author wants to sell books, fine---just be honest with us readers.
Incidentally, Jackie Kennedy rarely visited Camp David, nor did Bess Truman---neither cared for the place very much.And Jackie was far too savvy, shrewd and not to mention private,to ever write her intimate thoughts down if she felt that it could ever be read by others, or worse, published for the masses.Same for Bess---sheburned most of her old love letters from Harry.When he caught her systematically tossing these letters into the fireplace, he said "Bess, think of history!"Bess looked at him, pitched another stack of letters into the fire, and said, "I am."

This Is FICTION
Many people have purchased, read and provided reviews of this series "Camp David Diaries", with the belief that these are the actual diaries and the words written are that of the actual First Ladies. This series is not fact and these "diaries" where NOT written by the First Laides themselves, as many have been lead to believe. This is simply Pamela K Thorson's idea of what the First Ladies MAY have written. I am deeply disappointed as I purchased these books and read them believing they were written by the actual First Ladies. Upon reading an interview of Pamela K Thorson in 2004, Ms. Thorson states that she made up the diaries and she made up the entire concept of the diaries. I am angry as I feel as I have been duped into thinking this was the real thing. No where in the book is there a disclaimer that this is fiction. Many people are under the impression these are the words of the First Ladies and have developed opinions of these women (some negative which is unfair to the First Ladies since they did not write this), based on the idea that this is a factual account of their time in the White House. Pamela K Thorson and her publisher, Miller-Sterling, has done a disservice to the public and should be ashamed of themselves for not being honest with the public.

HOAX
On publisher's information included on a different website, this series of books was identified as "historical fiction."Be advised these are not actual diaries kept by the first ladies.These are concepts developed by Pamela Kay Thorson who has further turned them into scripts for a one-woman show she performs around the nation.Readers are not getting an inside look at the private thoughts of legendary women.They are reading one dramatist's idea of what the first ladies thoughts might have been.

I give them one star for Ms. Thorson's dishonesty and blatant misleading of her readership.

Need another opinion
Reading Mr. Russo's review had me ready to order this book - I too, am an admirer of Mrs. Kennedy's style and grace - until I read that he admired Hillary Clinton, and cheered her comment to Nancy Regan "Shrivel up you old prune". The image of one First Lady referring to another in that manner shows a sad lack of civility - not to mention a rather vicious, juvenile turn of phrase. (Which, now that I think about it, is not inconsistent with the "Ha-ha!" and smiley face Mr. Russo used in his review.)

Sorry, but I can't find value in this review. Perhaps someone more....discerning....has read this book and has an opinion? Is there something worthwhile apart from the Mrs. Clinton's petty sneers and self-aggrandizing comparisons of herself to Mrs. Kennedy? I cannot imagine two more disparate First Ladies than the private, composed, elegant Mrs. Kennedy and, um, well....Hillary. Can anyone?

FINALLY! New Information On Jackie!
I am a huge Jackie Kennedy book collector and have read almost all there is written on her. I can say that although this is a very short book that it has to be one of my absolute favorite books on Jackie. It does what all the other books only speculate on, which is: describe Jackie's feelings on her husband's infidelity. As this book is taken from the private journals of not only Jackie during her time at Camp David, but of other First Ladies and their thoughts on Jackie's entries, I have to say it is the most honest book I've read. The honesty factor does go both ways though. It also shows how catty and petty other First Ladies were in regards to Jackie. Nancy Reagan is especially foul and resentful of Jackie's stay in the White House, which is shown in this book. I almost cheered from joy though when reading Hillary Clinton's entry in response to Nancy's vile messages about Jackie: "Oh shrivel up you old prune!" Ha-ha. :) In fact, after reading this book I have found new respect for Hillary as she states that she can relate to Jackie in that her husband was also unfaithful while in office. And even shock of shocks, Barbara Bush has an entry that she feels her husband was also untrue to her with his own personal secretary. All in all, this book was just so good that I couldn't put it down. I encourage all Jackie fans, or even those interested in the lives of First Ladies, to consider this book. You'll be very happy you did. ... Read more

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Tumbleweed Tom takes students on a tour of Texas, introducing Texan history, legends, and lore as well as amazing facts about its cultures, vast lands, and splendid natural wonders. Contains essential Texas Social Studies elements for grades one through four. ... Read more

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Tubleweed Tom on The Texas Trail
I love this book!If you want to know about the state of Texas in a fun and geographical kind of way...this is the book for you!

Great teaching tool
I used this book in my 2nd grade class as we did a real short unit on Texas.My students and I took a "field trip" all across Texas.Tom travels through the Lonestar state collecting various Texas treasures.I loved this book and my class really enjoyed it also.It's a great way to teach the symbols of Texas. ... Read more

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This selection does not includes any CDs, disks nor anything else. ... Read more

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The DuMont Television Network, also known as the DuMont Network, DuMont, Du Mont, or (incorrectly) Dumont was one of the world's pioneer commercial television networks, rivalling NBC for the distinction of being first overall. It began operation in the United States in 1946. It was owned by DuMont Laboratories, a television equipment and set manufacturer. The network was hindered by the prohibitive cost of broadcasting, by Federal Communications Commission regulations which restricted the company's growth, and even by the company's partner, Paramount Pictures. Despite several innovations in broadcasting and the creation of one of television's biggest stars of the 1950s, the network never found itself on solid financial ground. Forced to expand on UHF channels during an era when UHF was not profitable, DuMont ceased broadcasting in 1956. DuMont's latter-day obscurity has prompted at least one notable TV historian to refer to it as the "Forgotten Network". ... Read more