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  <title><![CDATA[FAITH IN THE VALLEY : Lessons for Women on the Journey to Peace]]></title>
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  <default_description>&lt;P&gt; Beloved friend, &lt;P&gt; When this little book was first published many years ago, it became a beacon of light for many people who found themselves time and time again in one valley or another. Valleys are nothing new for any of us. Some of you may be in a valley right now, or, since you never know what's around the corner, you may be on the brink of tottering into yet another valley. Or maybe you've just survived a valley that you swear you'll never revisit -- but guess what? That's precisely the valley you'll probably see again. And again. &lt;P&gt; Being in a valley can be a lonely and bewildering experience. This book was written to help you feel less lonely by reminding you that you really aren't ever alone since God is always by your side, but more important, &lt;I&gt;you&lt;/I&gt; are always by your own side. No matter how dire the situation may seem, no matter how dark and bleak the valley may be, you have all you need within you to survive the valley -- any valley. Even though you may not know how you got into the valley in the first place, you do know, deep inside yourself, how to get through and out and free. You just need a little faith in yourself and a little guidance to find that faith within yourself. &lt;P&gt; When you are at your wit's end, take this little book and let it guide you toward the ever-present but often elusive light at the end of the tunnel. &lt;I&gt;Faith in the Valley&lt;/I&gt; is designed to help you find the light when you need it most -- when you're in that damn tunnel. When you're most confused and in the dark and clueless as to how you got there (again!) and when you're trying to figure out not just how to get out, but stay out. For good. &lt;P&gt; &lt;I&gt;Faith in the Valley&lt;/I&gt; has helped so many through so much that we felt it only fitting to issue this lovely gift edition to acknowledge the special place it holds in many hearts. Please share it with a friend who has served as your beacon in the past, or offer it to yourself as a reminder of the strength and wisdom you possess and can offer to others. &lt;P&gt; Iyanla</default_description>
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  <original_publication_year type="integer">1996</original_publication_year>
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  <read_at>Mon Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 1996</read_at>
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  <read_count>many many many and many more to come</read_count>
    <body><![CDATA[This is a must have and great book to revist like an old friend. My favorite Iyanala book. This book has been a blessing to me.  Thank You Iyanala.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[This book showed me how to totally embrace myslef and take responsiblity for my actions and my life]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[You don't have to be religious to enjoy this book. It's a daily pick-me-up.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[My favorite book of all time..]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[always look at this.....]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[It's a reference book by the way, with &quot;feelings &amp; attitude&quot; refernces in the top corner of each page to find your insight like finding a definitions in a dictionary.<br/>What did I learn from this book?  <br/>The straight dope - I have to be real with myself at least!  Things are rarely...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/20227531">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Awesome, powerful daily meditation guide for women. Highly recommend it to any women. ]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Read this years ago and it changed my perspective on life, I just wasn't ready to practice what I learned.  Years later I now know how much it really taught me.  ]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[When the tunnel of life seems like its getting dark remember there is always a bright light at the end!]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[this is ok to read like, a page or a few pages a day or every once in a while. i can be motivational.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Love it!  So far, it is an excellent read!  I recommend it highly to anyone! ]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[Not as good as Vanzant's &quot;Just For Today&quot;]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[158.12]]></body>
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