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.
Proof of my mom’s participation!
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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Love this!
Hahahahahah! Thanks, Hilary!!! 🙂 Think TBM will review it??? 🙂
This is adorable! The story and the illustrations are so much FUN! Love the name.
Thanks! My claim to fame—Franklin F. Firefly!
Well done. And now you have published a book.
Okay—I will claim it! My mom will be horrified, I am sure, when she reads this post. 🙂
Not only did you write well, but your mother draws beautifully!
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!
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!
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.
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!!! 🙂
Many of our childhood writings and drawings are treasures, in my creative opinion.
Personally, I think the book and the illustrations are “lights-out” kudos to both of you.
Thanks, Jake! I don’t take that compliment lightly.
That is because you are a very bright lady..
This is hilarious! I hope you read it to little ones back then, and you could now, too! A very imaginative and sweet story.
Thanks, McGuffy Ann! it does not compare to your children’s book but if it gave a couple people a giggle that is good!
I love it! 😉
Thanks so much, McGuffy Ann!!!
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…..
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.
The story is so adorable and the illustrations are pretty amazing. Your mom is quite the artist! 🙂
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!
Awesome Beth. It seems that your creativity has gone technical, hence this blog…LOL 10th grade seems so long ago. Have a happy week
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!
How delightful. And to think you kept it all this time. I love that you and your mom collaborated on this project!
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 !
it was more than OK. I love the story!
Aw…thanks, Darlene!!!
Beth Ann very sweet! What’s not to love about this? Darling!
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Cute story and illustrations. You and your mom are both gifted.
Thanks, Patti!! I had to prove a point to her and I guess it got her some attention, too!