We've known Dick and Linda for the better part of 42 years. Neighbors back then with little kids, Dick worked steadfastly at his craft of graphic art design and Linda spent her time raising the kids. As the years drifted by, and we later moved out of town, we always kept a thread tied to them as these are friends you need around for the long haul.
So now each of us has more time and the opportunity to get together is easier. We received a call the other day that they would like to drive over to South Haven and pay visit.
When they arrived we knew Dick had something he was excited to share with us. After all the accomplishments he has acquired in his professional career he had decided to make a little course correction and delve into the world of writing. Not the earthy novel or gut tightening thriller but a simply, yet elegant children's book. Written and fully illustrated by himself, his first venture into writing for the little ones is brave new step. Kids books aren't often labeled 'thought provoking' but within this verse is something for all ages. A thoughtful message about friendship tells the tale of an old man and a tree and what that tree meant to him.
So if you'd like to learn more you can soon pick up a copy at your local book store or order on line at Amazon.
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| "The Old Man and the Tree" by Richard Schlatter |
Another day, expecting little but receiving a lot and still livin' the dream.
Phil
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