title: The Birdhouse: A Gift of Hope
author: Gail Cauble Gurley
description: "...a passion for her writing. She clearly has a mission. The writing is good. It's a great looking book." -- <i>Writer's Digest, October 2002</i><br /><br />Gail epitomizes importance of hope and family as the Blairs survive, armed with faith. There's always one shining light. -- <i>Carol Andrews-Ackerman, Fox News Anchor, retired</i><br /><br />Heartwarming story of giving and helping others, truly reflective of all that is beautiful and good in life. Joyous reading. -- <i>Carl Anderson, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans</i><br /><br />I enjoy Gail's books with characters so real, like treasured friends. What a needed contrast to our world today! -- <i>Jeanette Shirley, graphic artist</i><br /><br />Wonderfully gentle, engaging read reminiscent of quiet evenings talking with friends. We are reminded of blessings. We need these reminders. -- <i>Father Ken Kroohs, Episcopal Priest</i><br /><br />Written in the inimitable style of Gail Cauble Gurley, The Birdhouse caters to emotions and senses,drawing the reader into the story and a cheer at the surprise ending. A joy to read and a powerful message suitable for all ages. A must read for anyone who desires light and hope for life. -- <i>David L. Repsher, Publisher, Scribes Valley Publishing</i>
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  Dying for Daddy
  
  
  The True Story of a Family’s Worst Nightmare
  
  
  Carlton Smith
  
  
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  _I am really sorry you’re unhappy right now. I have a hard time believing the
  only reason for this is my inability to keep the house exactly the way you
  like it.… We usually have so much fun together. We have so much to be happy
  and thankful for_ … _It really upsets me when I hear you talk about divorce …
  Things have been so good for us for so long, you don’t just wake up one day
  and suddenly decide something like that_.
  
  
  _All my love_ ,
  
  
  _Irene_
  
  
  —from the Warrant for the Arrest of
  
  
  Jack Kenneth Barron