Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this narrative follows Jeff's first sea-going adventure aboard the U.S.S. Tripoli as a United States Marine. It offers an insider's perspective on the challenges and camaraderie of life on a warship, including the struggles with disorientation, heat, and cramped living conditions. The story captures the Marines' ability to find joy amidst adversity, particularly during liberty calls in exotic ports. As the tale unfolds, readers are left anticipating more of Jeff's adventures, hinting at deeper stories yet to be shared.
If you have ever asked "Why am I here?" or "What are my lessons?" this book will help you to objectively learn the answers from an astrological point of view. Green shows you how the planet Pluto relates to the evolutionary and karmic lessons in this life and how past lives can be understood through the position of Pluto in your chart.Beyond presenting key principles and ideas about the nature of the evolutionary journey of the Soul, this book supplies practical, concise and specific astrological methods and techniques that pinpoint the answers to the above questions. If you are a professional counselor or astrologer, this book is indispensable to your practice. The reader who studies this material carefully and applies it to his or her own chart will discover an objective vehicle to uncover the essence of his or her own state of being. The understanding that this promotes can help you cooperate with, instead of resist, the evolutionary and karmic lessons in your life. Green describes the position of Pluto through all of the signs and houses, explains the aspects and transits of Pluto, discusses Pluto in aspect to the Moon’s Nodes, and gives sample charts and readings. It is the most complete look at this "new" planet ever.
What happens when those two most incompatible of creatures - the human male and the human female - settle down for a life of togetherness and arguments about the toilet seat? Award-winning comedian Jeff Green bravely sets out to discover the truth. Why is, 'Wow, you're a fantastic cleaner', not considered a compliment? And what is it about women and candles...? Along the way he offers helpful advice (why you shouldn't cheer when your partner says, 'I'm not angry, I'm disappointed'), handy tips (ways to avoid becoming broody: get up every hour throughout the night and burn £200) and essential buys (see 'exercise equipment and other places to hang wet washing'). Whether you're hopelessly coupled or gratefully single, The A-Z of Living Together has all the answers you need. Because it's not just men who behave badly...
Ah, the single life. The blind dates, the guiltless sleeping in the starfish position, the 'table for one in a draught, please'. In his hilarious new book, Jeff Green offers practical advice on how to find love, or failing that how to pretend you've got a significant other half. For women: Leave the fridge door open for no reason. For men: Wash your towels. And if you've just been dumped, Jeff shows how you can reach 'closure', otherwise known as uncompromising REVENGE. Also includes: ** Great chat-up lines for the older lover: 'Did you break a hip when you fell from heaven?' ** Beauty tips for dates: How to look twenty years younger? Stand further away ** Things not to say on a first date: Would you like to see my shrine to the others? ** And at last, the truth about what women really want* If you're in a couple, this book will remind you why your own situation is - just about - worth tolerating. And if you're happily single, follow Jeff's advice and you're guaranteed to stay that way...
The book explores the DISC behavioral model, created by Dr. William Marston in the 1920s, which helps individuals understand their responses to various situations and people. It emphasizes the importance of flexibility in interactions and includes the DISC 17(c) Self-Assessment, a quick 24-question tool for personal insight. Readers receive tailored narratives based on their results, offering engaging perspectives on perception and human connectivity, ultimately fostering better communication, reduced conflict, and enhanced leadership skills.
Through a collection of forty-eight short stories, Jeff shares his nearly thirty-year journey, transforming ordinary events into humorous and poignant tales. His sharp wit and keen observational skills bring to life experiences ranging from love and heroism to quirky family dynamics. Readers will find themselves laughing at absurd situations, such as convincing his daughter he can hear ants or the humorous take on fine dining etiquette. Each story stands alone yet contributes to an overarching narrative that invites laughter, reflection, and a desire for more.
In this collection, Jeff Green shares more of his entertaining tales that keep readers laughing and engaged. Known for his humorous storytelling, he draws from his past experiences, offering anecdotes that spark lively conversations. Fans of his previous works, such as I Hear Ants and From the Decks of Tripoli, will find familiar charm and wit in these new stories, making this book a delightful addition to his repertoire.
