MOODSTRControl Your Mood – Control Your Life

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After a relationship impasse, Barbara Feldon -- universally known as the effervescent spy "99" on Get Smart -- found herself living alone. Little did she know that this time would become one of the most enriching and joyous periods of her life. Now Feldon shares her secrets for living alone and loving it. Prescribing antidotes for loneliness, salves for fears, and answers for just about every question that arises in an unpartnered day, she covers both the practical and emotional aspects of the solo life, including how to: Stop imagining that marriage is a solution for loneliness • Nurture a glowing self-image that is not dependent on an admirer • Value connections that might be overlooked • Develop your creative side • End negative thinking Whether you are blessed with the promise of youth or the wisdom of age, Living Alone & Loving It will instill the know-how to forge a life with few maps and many adventures.

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• ISBN13: 9780743235174
• Condition: New
• Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold!

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Create Your Own Catoons and Animations

Make your characters talk with built-in Audio Recording and Lip-Syncing. View larger. Anime Studio Debut 8 Create Your Own Cartoons and Animations Create Animations in Minutes The fun, quick and affordable way to create animations, Anime Studio is the ideal solution for first-time animators, hobbyists and digital artists. A Beginner's Mode and Character Wizard allow you to design your own ready-to-animate characters in minutes. Organize Projects with the Timeline, Keyframes and Layers Move your character naturally along the timeline with keyframes, creating smooth animations. Use multiple layers to edit your animation and add sound, special effects and more. The Beginner's Mode gets you started quickly. View larger. Use Bone Tools to Quickly Animate Your Characters A unique bone-rigging toolset allows you to create a skeleton that can be easily manipulated to animate characters, simple drawings, or objects in your animation. Create Your Own Art or Import Content to Get Started Quickly Draw your own art with intuitive vector-based draw and paint tools or use pre-built content from the Library to get started. Easily import your hand-drawn sketches or existing artwork from popular graphics programs and automatically convert them to ready-to-animate vector drawings. Animate your creations using bones. View larger. Create an endless amount of ready-to-animate characters using the Character Wizard. View larger. Share Everywhere Export to the most popular web and video formats, or upload and share on YouTube or Facebook directly from within Anime Studio. Utilize an Array of Powerful and Versatile Features Free Characters: Use pre-built characters including Jace, Liz, Lightning Man, Dexter and Anime Boy. All are royalty-free, vector-based creations. Import and Export Art: Bring in your Illustrator or layered Adobe Photoshop files; instantly gather all your project files in one location. Tons of Tutorials: Access videos and sample files to master powerful features and start animating right away. Bring Your Photos to Life: Import your favorite images from your digital camera, attach bones and easily turn your photographs into animated movies. Features New! Character Wizard Creating your own characters has never been easier. Quickly design ready-to-animate characters using the built-in Character Wizard. Select a preset, dial in the body proportions and choose from dozens of predesigned 2D components such as hands, feet, mouths, eyes, noses and heads. The look and feel of each character is fully customizable with the help of easy to use sliders. Choose from various clothing choices and custom color combinations, or create a virtually endless amount of fun and different characters using the Randomize feature. Each character comes with multiples views and can be imported with a complete walk cycle, allowing you to have your characters walk in your scene with the click of a button. Even attach head shots of you and your friends for fast and easy jib-jab style animation. The Content Library is packed with hundreds of ready-to-use characters, props, scenes and more. View larger. New! Automatic Image Tracing Quickly bring your scanned drawings and photos to life by converting them to ready-to-animate vector art with the click of a button. Color your vector art, resize without loss in image quality and animate using bones. Existing drawings such as heads can quickly get attached to a pre-animated character that you created with the Character Wizard, providing versatility and speed when creating your own characters. New! Enhanced Drawing Tools Combine the freehand tool's smart welding feature with the Delete Edge tool to create complex shapes quickly. This eliminates the need for precise drawing, giving you the freedom to sketch as you desire. Additional brush styles have been included and optional rounded end caps have been added to the drawing tools. Apply a cut-out style effect to any character or object. View larger. Quickly convert existing drawings to vector art. View larger. Anime Studio Debut 8 offers an intuitive interface with powerful tools. View larger. New! Vector Shape Selector Quickly find and edit vector layers using the Vector Shape Selector. You no longer have to worry about naming each layer to easily find the one you're looking for. Just click on a shape in your project, and the corresponding layer automatically gets selected for editing. This eliminates tedious searching for the layer you want to edit. New! Layer Outline Effects Quickly apply a cut-out style effect to any character or object. Set the width and color for each outline and customize the look and feel of your animation. New! Enhanced User Interface Anime Studio 8 introduces new User Interface colors, allowing you to choose from various preset color schemes or create your own. The new Smart Tool Palette provides a less cluttered interface and a better user experience by hiding irrelevant tools. New! More Ready-To-Use Content Anime Studio Debut provides an extensive content library with hundreds of pieces of ready-to-use content that includes fully rigged, vector-based characters like Jace, Thorn, Anime Boy and Liz, as well as props, scenes, action words, stock video and images, sound effects and more so you can start creating your own animations right away. Beginner's Mode helps you start animating right away Incorporate sound clips with integrated audio recording and automatic lip-syncing Combine your animation with audio and video elements Apply cartoon effects to any image or video Integrate special effects such as motion blur and shadows Track, zoom and roll the camera Access the Content Library for hundreds of ready-to-use characters, props, scenes and more Pen tablet support simulates drawing on paper Built-in tutorials and sample files get you up and running quickly Import Quicktime, AVI or MPEG-4 video Export your animations in SWF, AVI or MOV format Render in popular formats and sizes Upload directly to Facebook and YouTube

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• Complete animation software designed for digital artists--perfect for first time animators, hobbyists and digital enthusiasts
• Create art using intuitive vector-based draw, paint and fill tools;
• Choose from pre-built content in the library or automatically convert existing sketches to ready-to-animate vector drawings
• Built-in Character Wizard lets you design your own characters complete with walk cycles, expressions and more
• Then make them talk with built-in Lip Syncing
• Export to the most popular web and video formats, or upload and share on YouTube or Facebook directly from within Anime Studio

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Includes bonus DVD with previously unreleased Sinatra performance clips! The legendary voice-and unparalleled master of seduction-sends the world a valentine with a new compilation of classic songs of love and romance. This deluxe CD/DVD edition includes a CD featuring 22 timeless songs by a host of legendary songwriters, including a previously unreleased rendition of Rogers & Hart's 'My Funny Valentine.' Track listing: CD 1. Prisoner Of Love 2. I've Got You Under My Skin 3. My Funny Valentine (previously unissued) 4. Witchcraft 5. All The Way 6. It Had To Be You 7. Young At Heart 8. Love Is A Many-Splendored Thing 9. Some Enchanted Evening 10. (How Little It Matters) How Little We Know 11. I Get A Kick Out Of You 12. The Second Time Around 13. At Long Last Love 14. I Concentrate On You 15. Then Suddenly Love 16. They Can't Take That Away From Me 17. A Fine Romance 18. More (Theme From Mondo Cane) 19. This Happy Madness (Estrada Branca) 20. Teach Me Tonight 21. All The Way Home 22. That's All DVD 1. My Funny Valentine 2. Too Marvelous For Words 3. Night And Day 4. All Of Me 5. I Get A Kick Out Of You 6. I've Got You Under My Skin 7. All The Way

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"Next to Waterford Crystal, The Daughter-in-Law Rules may be the best wedding gift you can give!"Tim Bete, author of Guide to Pirate ParentingDo you dread visits with your mother-in-law? Do you find yourself dodging ruthless comments hurled your way at every possible moment? Is battling your mother-in-law a simple fact of life, or is there another way to mitigate the age old conflict between mother and wife? In her hilarious new book The Daughter-in-Law Rules author Sally Shields lays out simple and witty strategies to aid wives of all ages in the difficult art of mastering the mother-in-law. With her 101 rules to manage your mother-in-law she scrutinizes every element of MIL relations; from the decorum of housekeeping to the delicate world of child rearing. The Daughter-in-Law Rules provides a revolutionary set of strategies, making copasetic coexistence possible at last!

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After a family reunion gone bad, Tom's dad is racing away with his family in the car, but in the wrong direction. They're headed away from home. Where will they end up and can they learn to get along before it's too late?Based on the ground-breaking work of family therapist, Ken Patey, Tom's family will learn five principles which can help all people to have relationships which are a happiness to them rather than a trial.

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ABOUT THE BOOK "Family" is such a small and simple word to convey such a large, complex and changeable idea. For some people, a family is a very simple concept, with two parents who marry each other, have children, and stay together to watch their children grow up and have babies of their own. But for many other people, the word "family" is not so straightforward, and the definition and dynamics of your family may change over the years. Each new change brings along new challenges and joys. One of the most common ways a family can change is when two people decide to marry each other, and one or both of them already has children. In this case, the wedding is not just about the start of a new couple, but about the beginning of a new blended family. Blended families are very common in the United States. It is estimated that up to 60% of marriages in the United States end in divorce, and also estimated that 65% of those divorced individuals will remarry to form blended families. These statistics suggest that blended families are a very strong presence in the country. Just because blended families are common, however, does not mean that you should expect to be able to all the answers. Each family is unique, and learning how to adjust to new dynamics and find the right mix for your blended family requires plenty of patience and insight. EXCERPT FROM THE BOOK For instance, if your old household had a rule about no sugar but your spouse and stepchildren eat junk food all the time, compromise by setting a certain day of the week when people can enjoy sweets and junk food. The rest of the week, people need to eat more healthily and snack on healthy items around the house. If you are used to letting your children go to bed at random times, but your spouse prefers a set bedtime, work together to find an hour that will work for your children and stepchildren. 3. Talk to each other when you are not already angry or confrontational. As emotions rise to the surface, it is natural for your blended family to get in arguments and fights from time to time. If you are not in the habit of discussing things openly with each other, then fights can become especially stressful occasions. Not only are people fighting about the topic at hand, but due to the anger and frustration, all kinds of unspoken problems can suddenly come into the light. This means that even small arguments can escalate into large-scale confrontations. Plus, when your family only has serious talks during fights, it means that you are less likely to be able to intelligently, respectfully deal with the issues and problems... Buy a copy to keep reading! CHAPTER OUTLINEFinding the Perfect Mix for a Blended Family + Introduction + How to Improve your Blended Family Life + Common Mistakes and Simple Fixes + Useful Tips and Tricks to Remember + ...and much more

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5 VINYL LP BOX SET! Echoes Of The Thirties: A Compilation Of 70 Immortal Rare Performances From The Golden Age Of Popular Music And Jazz! Recorded 1930 - 1939! 1977 Nostalgia Book Club Compilation! Contains Many Rare Recordings Including Unissued Alternate Takes and Previously Unissued Tracks! Scott Yanow of AMG Writes: "This five-LP box set goes in chronological order from 1930-39 and amazingly enough nearly all of its 70 performances are rare. The music ranges from dance bands and swing to personalities and vocal groups but the emphasis is largely on jazz with plenty of previously unreleased recordings and alternate takes along with some very obscure items. There are many highlights with everyone from The California Ramblers, Fletcher Henderson, Ruth Etting, Red Nichols and Bing Crosby to Phil Harris, the Four Blackbirds, Red Allen, Raymond Scott (with Jerry Colonna), Cab Calloway and Benny Goodman being heard. Collectors of music from the era will want to search for this box which was originally issued in 1977"

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• 5 VINYL LP BOX SET
• Echoes Of The Thirties: A Compilation Of 70 Immortal Rare Performances From The Golden Age Of Popular Music And Jazz
• Recorded 1930 - 1939
• 1977 Nostalgia Book Club Compilation
• Contains Many Rare Recordings Including Unissued Alternate Takes and Previously Unissued Tracks

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All aboard the next stop along the learning curve . . . kids three and up will enjoy the magical adventures of the ever-popular Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway System. Featuring characters from the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends video series and the Thomas and the Magic Railroad feature film now out on video, this system allows children to re-enact their favorite Thomas tales or create new adventures of their own. Besides encouraging imagination, wooden train-play helps kids develop motor and social skills. The Thomas Wooden Railway System is designed to grow along with kids' increasing skills, offering years of enjoyable play and new adventures around each and every bend. Straight from the movie, Thomas and the Magic Railroad, it's Diesel 10! A renegade diesel engine on The Island of Sodor who is 10 out of 10 for brutal strength and devious deeds. He and his claw are out to destroy the harmony of Sir Topham Hatt's Railway. For use with Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway System sets (sold separately).

Good is always balanced with evil, and in the case of the movie Thomas and the Magic Railroad, Diesel 10 is a truly icky bad guy. Teamed with sidekicks Splatter and Dodge, Diesel 10 is a renegade engine on the Island of Sodor out to destroy the harmony of Sir Topham Hatt's Railway. To intensify this train's nastiness, Diesel 10--on a scale of 1 to 10--is rated 10 for devious deeds and brutal strength. Measuring 4.25 inches long, Diesel 10 has two sets of wheels that swivel, helping this extra-long train negotiate the tracks. Equipped with a mischievous expression, Diesel 10 is pea green and--just like in the movie--has a claw-like arm on top to help create havoc. As with all Thomas the Tank Engine Learning Curve products, Diesel 10 is made of hard maple and has two magnets on each end to allow your child to expand their set. --Diane Tuman

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• Handmade from REAL WOOD
• Magnets to attach cars and vehicles
• Retractable arm and claw
• Realistic details
• Recommended age range from 2 to 5 years

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Loaded with cutting-edge animatronics features, Kota is a lifelike pet from the past. Kota will quickly become your preschooler's best friend, and his realistic features will leave kids in awe! Measuring over 40" long, tots can sit on Kota for some rompin' stompin' dino adventures. A hidden handle and spring-loaded seat provide a fun and safe ride. Kota's tail, head, eyes, horns and mouth are animated, and he comes with a fun music mode so riders can trounce along to dino songs. When he's hungry, kids can feed him special leaves and he'll be happy. Kota measures 21"L x 44"W x 28"H. Requires six "D" batteries, not included. Holds up to 60 lbs.

An awesome, prehistoric friend, KOTA The Triceratops Dinosaur from Playskool is ready to accompany your imaginative child on all kinds of adventures. With lots of sound effects, including music, munching, stomping, and roaring, this baby dinosaur is a realistic creation. He even moves his head and tail and blinks his eyes. KOTA is built so that curious kids three and older and up to 60 pounds can enjoy a bouncing ride. .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -15px; } table.callout { font-family: verdana; font-size: 11px; line-height: 1.3em; } td.think { height: 125px; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; border-bottom: 1px dotted #000000; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; padding-bottom: 10px; width: 250px; } td.glance { height: 100%; background: #9DC4D8; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding-top: 10px; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; padding-bottom: 10px; width: 250px; } img.withlink {border:1px black solid;} What We Think Fun Factor: Durability: (what this means) The Good: Big, blinking, roaring, tail-flipping, leaf-munching Triceratops The Bad: Large size can be awkward to store In a Nutshell: This unbelievably cool, prehistoric friend is ready to take your child for a ride At a Glance Ages: 3 and up; up to 60 pounds Requires: 6 D batteries KOTA can support children up to 60 pounds. View larger. KOTA will munch on food you put in his mouth. View larger. Make Friends With Your New Pet: A Baby Dinosaur Before you child goes for his or her first ride, an adult will need to prep KOTA. The included instruction booklet makes it easy to snap his tail in place and secure his furry coat over it. There's also an excellent illustration of how to use a Philips head screwdriver to insert six "D" cell batteries (not included) in KOTA's belly to provide power. Once the batteries are in, just flip KOTA's power switch to "Play" or "Music" mode and start having fun. In music mode, bouncing on the dinosaurs back inspires four different dino adventure theme songs. In play mode, 10 different sensors help this triceratops respond to your child's actions. When you touch KOTA's nose with your hand, he will "sniff" it. Tickling his belly or chin makes him "laugh," and when you feed him by putting an object in his mouth, he responds by munching on it. There's also touch sensors in his three horns, on his tail, and on his two sides. A sound sensor in KOTA's forehead helps him know when your child is "roaring" a dino greeting, and a weight sensor in his back ensures that he knows when there's a rider to entertain. Realistic Design with Soft, Kid-Friendly Features We really appreciated the way this green and brown Triceratops looks scaly and realistic from far away, despite the fact that his hide is soft, furry, and kid-friendly. And his wide, blinking eyes combined with the way he wiggles his horns and tosses his head make it seem like he has a personality all his own. Whether kids play with their pet dino alone or invite friends over and take turns exploring the jungles, marshes, and deserts of the prehistoric world, there's lots of possibilities for make-believe fun that can be inspired by bouncing on the spring seat in this dino's back. A hidden handle on the back of his neck helps kids hold on, so they can bounce without slipping off. For a brief instant, we were disappointed that KOTA bounced in place instead of actually walking, but then we realized that this is one of the design factors that makes him so stable, safe, and durable. Overall, KOTA is a fun, unique, animatronic playmate that your child won't quickly forget. At more than three-feet long and just over two-and-a-half-feet tall, KOTA is big. Also, even though it includes an handle for your child to hold on to, slips and spills are a possibility. It's likely that you'll need to watch smaller children with an especially close eye when they are first adjusting to what it feels like to ride on a dinosaur. And while KOTA's large size is what makes him so much fun, it can also make him tricky to pick up and move around. He's one toy that your child will have to keep at home. And for parents, once you've heard the dino theme songs several times, you'll appreciate the convenient volume control. The power-saving "sleep" mode that goes into effect when it has been 60-90 seconds since your dinosaur's last human interaction will also be a big winner with parents. What's in the Box Triceratops, tail, leafy snack, and instruction manual.

Features

• Animatronic, life-size baby dinosaur stands over 3 feet tall and comes to “life” with realistic sounds and motion!
• Responds to your voice and touch with roaring and laughing sounds, and expressive tail, head, eye, mouth and horn movements.
• Plays 4 different adventure-themed tunes for immersed, make-believe fun!
• Convenient volume control switch. Maximum weight is 60 lbs.
• Dinosaur figure comes with leafy snack and instructions

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Get ready for a great big hug and a song you know and love. Just press Barneys heart to hear him sing his favorite song: "I Love You." Snuggle up close with this lovable, huggable and musical Barney that is guaranteed to always make you smile ... and sing! Sing along with Barney: ove you You love me We're a happy family With a great big hug And a kiss from me to you Won't you say you love me, too.

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• Sings I Love You
• 10" Barney Plush Doll that Sings I Love You