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Tom the Mouse<\/span><\/h1>\n

I met Lois at an April Fool’s Tea Party fundraising event over a year ago. We hit it off when she said she once was a consulting technical editor for USC. Lois is a senior who wants to do something with her dormant skills. Since that day, I have referred work to her when my clients needed a proof reader. Every once in a while she would contribute jokes for this TGIF email blast. She would share anecdotes, poetry and even songs.<\/p>\n

One day, Lois asked if I was interested in illustrating and helping to publish her children’s book. She said when her kids were growing up, she would make up stories to put them to sleep. In fact, they liked her stories better than books she would read. One particular story was about\u00a0“Tom the Mouse.”<\/strong>\u00a0She said she thought it up at the spur of the moment. “Tom the Mouse” was by far their favorite bedtime story because it allowed them to participate in making animal sounds. Lois would repeat that story over and over. Lois’ kids have passed on that legacy to their own kids and grandkids. \u00a0With a history of 60+\u00a0 years, there was no doubt that I wanted to do this story. We met once and threshed out the general concepts and I made the illustrations and added a few ideas. We made it an interactive book where kids will learn to read, make sounds, and search for hidden images. At the end of the book, there is a double-page spread full of graffiti names on a wall. We hope parents and kids will enjoy looking for their own names. This project was more difficult than I expected, but it was fun.<\/p>\n

Guess what? The book is out! \u00a0“Tom the Mouse” has just been made available on Amazon! Just do a search for three words: “Tom Mouse Lois<\/strong>” and you will find it. If you want to do me a huge favor, BUY THE BOOK! It’s a perfect gift to give to parents with young kids. It’s just over ten bucks. If you have Amazon Prime, 2-day shipping is free. Buy two and shipping is free. How’s that for a shameless commercial plug? Oh, and please give us some feedback and please spread the word. Thank you!<\/p>\n

When I see Lois all smiles and excited showing off her book, I know I made the right decision. I know I helped make a dream come true. I know I created a legacy for my friend.<\/p>\n

CLICK HERE<\/a>\u00a0to buy the book!<\/p>\n

\u201cA book is a dream you hold in your hands.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2014 Neil Gaiman<\/span><\/p>\n

TGIF people!<\/p>\n

<\/div>\n

Important Question<\/span><\/h1>\n

Shared by Don of Kelowna. B.C.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

\"Two<\/p>\n

<\/div>\n

\"funny<\/p>\n

Best Friends<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nSent by Don of Kelowna, B.C.<\/em><\/p>\n

This is one of the cutest videos ever. More cute than funny. I wish I had a friend like this when I was growing up … these days I have to settle for “The Cat.” (Still resisting her cuteness, though).<\/p>\n

WATCH VIDEO <\/a><\/span>\n

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\"Interesting\"Crazy Success of “Crazy Rich Asians”<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nSent by Art of Sierra Madre, CA<\/em><\/p>\n

That movie is raking it in. This is a good analysis of this unlikely Hollywood success story.<\/p>\n

WATCH VIDEO <\/a><\/span>\n

<\/div>\n

Don’s Puns<\/i><\/span><\/h1>\n

From Don’s collection of puns<\/p>\n

\"Don's<\/p>\n

<\/div>\n

Parting Shot<\/i><\/span><\/h1>\n

Thanks to Rodney of Manitoba, B.C.<\/em>\u00a0who shared this photo<\/i><\/p>\n

\"Parting<\/p>\n

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