More books and hope for tomorrow

Book party Dec. 2018

Today I picked up a proof of Paws, Claws, Hooves, Feathers, and Fins from BookLogix in Alpharetta, GA. They did a terrific job, and I can purchase fewer than 100 copies at a reasonable price. That is important to me. Plus, I don't pay shipping. I can pick up the books when they are ready.

Estelle Rice and I sold two printings of our book about our beloved pets and other animals. I had not planned to print more books, but as I create a new life in the city, I will do a book signing at a local bookstore soon.

And more will follow, I'm sure. I also enjoy giving this book to my new friends who come and help me here at home. Dog and cat people are most comfortable with Lexie and me. One of them brings Lexie healthy treats and offers them three times while she is here. Then she takes my sweet pup for a walk.

Spring holds promise for more, for an outlet for my creativity, for meeting new people, and finding purpose in my life. 

As my health improves and my mobility is better, I look forward to getting out and doing more. It is amazing how just getting dressed and going out can lift my spirits. 

In a world that seems to be falling apart, acceptance of cruelty is on the rise, and fear is molding our outlook, I will not give in. I do what I can to support those who work to make things better. But it is hard to know what I can do.

  

I have hope because I meet wonderful, caring, and kind people everywhere. Because I am grateful for all that makes my life good, I make sure that others know I appreciate them. How easy it is to say thank you for all you do for me. How easy it is to make sure I am friendly to all I meet. Sometimes, a smile is all it takes to improve a person's day. 

My mother was my example of kindness and empathy.

She was my role model. When she had no funds to give, she gave what she had to those who were less fortunate than she was. 

She was a good listener. That is a wonderful gift. When we listen, we give more than we know.