Millie: Millie goes to the Farm

About the Book

Momma and Sarah were driving down the road, Sarah was thinking about what she was told. “You must wear your seat belt.” Momma said. “And put on sun lotion and a hat upon your head. “I want you to stay buckled in, And shade the sun from your young skin.” Momma sighed, “Now, Sarah, you must wear your hat, To keep the sun from your eyes, you know that.” Momma picked up Millie and placed her on Sarah’s head. Sarah knew Momma was right about all she had said. So Millie, the hat, sat on Sarah’s head. “To shade Sarah from the sun,” Millie said. They were headed for grandpa and grandma’s farm, Where Sarah could run and play safe from harm. Sarah ran through the barn and around the house. Millie looked around as quiet as a mouse.

About the Author

Born in Madison, Maine, I have lived in Maine all of my life. In my early years, I was tutored under the renowned Bangor artist, Frank Nanatonis. After graduating from Winterport High School, I studied by correspondence with the Minneapolis School of Fine Art. I am currently studying with Maine artists, Celene Farris of Morrill and Barbara Applegate of Bristol Mills. While my three sons were growing up, I put my aspirations on hold. I painted in my spare time and also became interested in writing children's stories. I am published in the New York Times Bestseller Book, "Chicken Soup for a Kid's Soul". You may have seen me at my book signings or on my television interviews. I am a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators; The Maine Highlands Guild; Maine Made Products; The Maine Art Commission and The Bangor Art Society. My work may be seen in private and corporate collections.