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July 22, 2013

Franklin F. Firefly

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This post is to prove something to my mom.   We were talking about things from the past, how I have always wanted to write a book, be published and my evident stagnation at producing said book.  I reminded her that in 10th grade I wrote a children’s book for Mrs. Young in Creative Writing  and she illustrated it.  She has no memory of that so I am hoping that once she reads this post and sees proof she will remember.  I am sure she will be cringing but hey—-my words are out there now and my lame attempt at a children’s book are forever going to be floating around cyberspace so she needs to share the fame.

Please keep in mind—-I was in 10th grade.   🙂

The cover which was not very sturdy and as a result I only got an Honorable Mention in competition.  Oh well.

The cover which was not very sturdy and as a result I only got an Honorable Mention in competition. Oh well.

Proof of my mom's participation!

Proof of my mom’s participation!

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There you have it—proof that my mom was an vital  part of my creative writing way back then and proof that I have kept this tattered book for 37 years.  Sad but true.

Keep an eye out for Franklin F. Firefly—it is firefly season!!!

 

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  1. Hilary - Dangled Carat
    July 22, 2013 at 07:22 am

    you are an author!!!

    Love this!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 22, 2013 at 07:49 am

      Hahahahahah! Thanks, Hilary!!! 🙂 Think TBM will review it??? 🙂

      Reply
  2. My Odd Family
    July 22, 2013 at 09:01 am

    This is adorable! The story and the illustrations are so much FUN! Love the name.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 22, 2013 at 09:59 am

      Thanks! My claim to fame—Franklin F. Firefly!

      Reply
  3. CMSmith
    July 22, 2013 at 09:51 am

    Well done. And now you have published a book.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 22, 2013 at 09:57 am

      Okay—I will claim it! My mom will be horrified, I am sure, when she reads this post. 🙂

      Reply
  4. benzeknees
    July 22, 2013 at 10:32 am

    Not only did you write well, but your mother draws beautifully!

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  5. Helen Brown
    July 22, 2013 at 11:06 am

    I am in pain from laughing! I kind of remember a little but still not much. I am old and forgetful. I had to get my magnifying glass out to read some of it, still could not read it. Bring it along sometime so I can read all of it. I was a bit horrified but I am strong, I am used to my kids and all the things they do to me. So there!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:14 am

      Oh Mother—you know it is all because we love you! I loved that you did the pictures for my book—-I had the idea and I remember we used a coloring book to figure out what you could use for the ideas for the pages. I think the cat might be Puss in Boots…..I do remember we had fun doing it together and it managed to get me a decent grade so that was the goal! I will bring it next trip so you can see you handiwork!

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  6. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    July 22, 2013 at 11:39 am

    Oh, Beth Ann, I am so glad you saved this. What a treasure. I mean that. Your mom really is a good artist. I may have seen Franklin in my backyard. I will watch more closely for the firefly with the light bulb light. Love fireflies.

    Congrats on self-publication of your first children’s book.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:11 am

      I am so glad you think it is a treasure! 🙂 I just had to prove a point to my mom and there you go—- a blog post. It’s Just Life!!! 🙂

      Reply
      1. Minnesota Prairie Roots
        July 23, 2013 at 08:20 am

        Many of our childhood writings and drawings are treasures, in my creative opinion.

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  7. poemsandponderings
    July 22, 2013 at 11:39 am

    Personally, I think the book and the illustrations are “lights-out” kudos to both of you.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:11 am

      Thanks, Jake! I don’t take that compliment lightly.

      Reply
      1. poemsandponderings
        July 23, 2013 at 11:22 am

        That is because you are a very bright lady..

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  8. McGuffy Ann
    July 22, 2013 at 12:18 pm

    This is hilarious! I hope you read it to little ones back then, and you could now, too! A very imaginative and sweet story.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:10 am

      Thanks, McGuffy Ann! it does not compare to your children’s book but if it gave a couple people a giggle that is good!

      Reply
      1. McGuffy Ann
        July 23, 2013 at 11:40 am

        I love it! 😉

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        1. Beth Ann
          July 24, 2013 at 07:10 am

          Thanks so much, McGuffy Ann!!!

          Reply
  9. treadlemusic
    July 22, 2013 at 03:10 pm

    I am so glad you shared this piece with us all (and your mom seems to have enjoyed it, too!). The fireflies are awesome this year….the heat/humidity must be to their liking!!! Hugs…..

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:10 am

      Thanks, Doreen! I love that I actually kept this little book and that my mom got a kick out of seeing it. I will make sure I take it the next time I see her so we can chuckle over it.

      Reply
  10. bocafrau
    July 22, 2013 at 07:46 pm

    The story is so adorable and the illustrations are pretty amazing. Your mom is quite the artist! 🙂

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:09 am

      My mom really has a gift, that is for sure, even if she denies it. I have several of her watercolors in our home and I love them!

      Reply
  11. Joanna Graham
    July 22, 2013 at 08:00 pm

    Awesome Beth. It seems that your creativity has gone technical, hence this blog…LOL 10th grade seems so long ago. Have a happy week

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:08 am

      Joanna, Not sure if you were in that Creative Writing class or not—-Mrs. Young had us do some fun things I remember!!! I am sure she would be surprised that I still have that book!

      Reply
  12. Darlene
    July 23, 2013 at 01:22 am

    How delightful. And to think you kept it all this time. I love that you and your mom collaborated on this project!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 23, 2013 at 08:08 am

      I think I roped her into it!!! But it was fun from what I remember and I did get an honorable mention so I guess it was okay !

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      1. Darlene
        July 23, 2013 at 10:20 pm

        it was more than OK. I love the story!

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        1. Beth Ann
          July 24, 2013 at 07:07 am

          Aw…thanks, Darlene!!!

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  13. Pix Under the Oaks
    July 23, 2013 at 02:33 pm

    Beth Ann very sweet! What’s not to love about this? Darling!

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 24, 2013 at 07:09 am

      🙂

      Reply
  14. pattisj
    July 23, 2013 at 03:49 pm

    Cute story and illustrations. You and your mom are both gifted.

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    1. Beth Ann
      July 24, 2013 at 07:09 am

      Thanks, Patti!! I had to prove a point to her and I guess it got her some attention, too!

      Reply

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