This book started with a mouse running across the floor in my bedroom. Before I knew it, I was jotting out several short stories that I felt might be interesting to youngsters. After sharing these stories, I decided to compile them into a short book. I can sum up my thoughts with this short poem and in the character of Mrs. Avery.

Protecting the Innocence of Our Children

The innocence of our children,

it knows no bounds to me.

Simple smiles and trusting eyes,

are reflections of their found memories.

To violate their gentle faith,

is a crime beyond compare.

Yet can we pretend when leaders

speak, our children don't really care?

I speak up for our children, let's

remember the heritage they will bear.

We must protect the values they're given, and

the innocence all children share.