The Water Ball

A keen observer of those about him, in The Water Ball David captures some of the flavor of the times and places in which he has lived, observed, and experienced life s realities: the good and evil that each person inevitably must face as they travel life s road

"All homeowners dread the moment when the faucet starts dripping, the water power plunges, or the pipes freeze. They often don't know how to fix the problem themselves...and plumbers are costly. That's why it's important to have this how-to on hand. It explains everything from the supply and waste systems to traps, with layouts of the typical bathroom and kitchen. There's coverage of pipes, fittings, shut-off valves, and every variety of sink, faucet, toilet, tub, and shower. Find out what's a must-have in the tool box, and how to cut, fit, and join pipe; remove fixtures; and install water filters, hot water dispensers, dishwashers, and garbage disposals. Plus, detailed illustrated instructions provide troubleshooting guidance on everything from clogs and leaks to sewer gas"--Publisher description.

Intriguingly posed, subtle and challenging physics problems with hints for those who need them and full insightful solutions.

A searing, on-the-ground examination of the collapsing coal industry—and the communities left behind—in the midst of economic and environmental crisis. Despite fueling a century of American progress, the people at the heart of coal country are being left behind, suffering from unemployment, the opioid epidemic, and environmental crises often at greater rates than anywhere else in the country. But what if Appalachia’s troubles are just a taste of what the future holds for all of us? Appalachian Fall tells the captivating true story of coal communities on the leading edge of change. A group of local reporters known as the Ohio Valley ReSource shares the real-world impact these changes have had on what was once the heart and soul of America. Including stories like: -The miners’ strike in Harlan County after their company suddenly went bankrupt, bouncing their paychecks -The farmers tilling former mining ground for new cash crops like hemp -The activists working to fight mountaintop removal and bring clean energy jobs to the region -And the mothers mourning the loss of their children to overdose and despair In the wake of the controversial bestseller Hillbilly Elegy, Appalachian Fall addresses what our country owes to a region that provided fuel for a century and what it risks if it stands by watching as the region, and its people, collapse.

When Jumvella Samonte has to move to a realm where everyone is half animal, she realizes that being a Vampire with awesome power's not enough. With the realm being mysterious in every way possible, she discovers a lot about its past while falling in love at the same time. When an ancient threat tries to escape from their condemned lives, Jumvella has to find out where she fits in all of this. She discovers secrets about herself that started in her past and begins to wonder what she has to do in order to save her home. Since she is different from the others, trouble follows her no matter what...almost completely to her losing the people who mean the world to her.

He was the youngest guru of martial arts as well as the perfect Mr. McDreamy of the most girls. He had mysterious absolute touch, clear-sighted observation ability and various outstanding talents. But now, he was just an ordinary freshman in University of Jiangjing Chinese Medicine, who wanted to learn Chinese Medicine, see patients, and get into a relationship with a girl in a low-key way. However, in a Mid-Autumn Festival party, he was forced to put on a performance, which shocked the whole audience. The shiny and wonderful university life began from then on. In the university, he met a beautiful and smart School Beauty Jiang Miaoyu who shook his heart slightly. But the road of love was never smooth, even to a perfect hero. He also met a kind and friendly teacher Dr. Shen who discovered his excellent technique and gave him a chance to practice. Besides, his three lovely and interesting roommates were indispensable in his life, although sometimes they looked a little awkward. But this young hero’s life was not always full of happiness without a hitch, some trouble still appeared from time to time. The domineering and imperious President of the Students’ Union Li Qingshi purposely made difficulties for him repeatedly. The stubborn and hardworking martial arts practitioner Chen Cong often challenged him in different ways. Just because of these extraordinary personalities around him, this young hero’s road of struggle looked so amazing...