The planet Ruala is experiencing an ecological calamity and the Rua people may soon be driven from their undersea homes. Meanwhile, little Rua girl Salle is sad because she has lost her parents. Alien Ben, a human, has lost his son in a flyer accident and is grieving, too. Salle finds an adoptive parent in Ben, the Humans help the Rua to make the rains return and all the children learn each other's languages and games. Key lessons learned: No child will ever be without adults to love and care for him/her. Loss of a parent can lead to happy adoption into a new loving family or stepfamily....

Comprehensive 2nd edition guide to non-drug solutions for seasonal depression (seasonal affective disorder, SAD), especially winter depression or winter blues, with additional information about non-drug options for year-round mild to moderate depression. Solutions include light therapy, nutrition, exercise, behavioral changes like new experiences, service projects and social interactions. Well-studied therapies such as Reiki, EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), acupressure, acupuncture, meditation, mindfulness, restorative yoga and targeted bodywork. Learn the difference between situational...