I was so honored this week to have the opportunity to go and read "Greta's Purpose" to Velma Penney Elementary School in Lindale. I read to about 200 kids in a three day block. The 4th Graders were having a Writing Camp and thought it might be fun to have a local author and illustrator come and talk about who I am and what inspires me.
Greta came with me along with my daughter, Clara. As you can imagine my hands were full. But, I'm glad to do it! Poor Greta was petrified. It is not every day that she is surrounded by little hands and loud, excited voices. She just pressed herself into me and shook.
It is so funny to me how excited the kids get when they see Greta. I might as well have Mickey Mouse, himself, standing beside me. As far as they are concerned she's famous!
I believe the week was good for them. Hopefully it will inspire some of them to pursue their dreams as they get older. Afterall, that is what I did!
Right at this moment, I'm headed for a Teacher/Book Conference in Houston. I will need to be there bright and early to set up. It will be another GREAT opportunity for me to spread the word about my books. I so greatly appreciate all of the people that are instrumental in helping me.
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