A stroke survivor and American Heart Association spokesperson shares her story and cutting-edge medical advice on stroke prevention and treatment. Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States today and the leading cause of adult disability. This practical and inspiring book combines solid prescriptive advice on stroke from top medical experts in the field with the author's own uplifting story of recovery from the stroke she suffered at age 31, which paralyzed the left side of her body and left her unable to speak.Now 90 per cent recovered, she proves that the so-called 'silent killer' doesn't have to silence or kill, a strong message for those at risk of stroke as well as stroke patients and their caregivers. She gives readers the latest information on stroke screening and treatment, including six-month warning signs, the ten-minute diagnosis, and clot-busters. Valerie Greene (Winter Park, FL) is an internationally recognized spokesperson for the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association for stroke awareness. She is a speaker at special events and conferences, and has appeared on NBC, ABC, CBS, and Fox.

Crimes never solved, eerie sightings never explained and paranormal events that stretch the limits of the mind -- read about the mysteries that continue to baffle British Columbians to this day.

When Fort Victoria was first established in the mid-nineteenth century, eight pioneer families of Europe's upper class formed the social elite of the modest colony. The self-named aristocracy of this new land, these families shaped a world suited to their proper tastes on the upper floors of the fort, and eventually, in beautiful homes that imitated the height of fashion in Europe. However, between their tea parties and balls, these particular families greatly influenced the progress of the city of Victoria and the province of British Columbia. In "Above Stairs," get to know the the Douglases, the Pembertons, the Skinners, the Creases, the O'Reillys, the Trutches, the Rithets and the Barnards. These families made laws, surveyed land, founded businesses and set a standard of social acceptability for all those living in Victoria at the time. Like a kitchen hand sneaking up the servants' steps to spy on the rich, discover the glamorous, complicated lives of Victoria's social elite in "Above Stairs."

An inspiring tale of hope, love and a pup's determination to live despite the odds and a woman's faith in God to see them thru.