While dining with my husband at Nicola's, our favorite restaurant, the chef, Nicola Gilardi (who is well aware that I write children's books) pointed me out to a young couple and their first-grade daughter. They were sitting one table over and I could see the young girl's mouth fall open as the chef told her about me. (This is how young children react to authors. It's precious.)Luckily, I had some bookmarks in my purse and asked the parents for their daughter's name. At first I spelled it Landry (should have asked) and handed it to her. I asked if I had spelled it correctly. The mom said, "No, but that's okay." I assured her it wasn't okay and found another bookmark in my purse.
I then made it out to Landrie and autographed the bookmark. I asked the young girl where she went to school and let Landrie know about my upcoming contest for SANTA'S SECRET. As hubby said, her eyes were as big as pizzas and she nearly trembled with excitement. I gave her a hint (the same hint I'll give everyone when I announce the contest) and told her I'd be in contact with her teacher.We proceeded to eat, and after a few minutes Landrie (who was wearing my favorite leopard print, by the way,) brought over a beautiful page she had carefully colored while her parents were enjoying wine. She addressed it to me and signed it, so now we both have a treasured keepsake.
Have you sprinkled any fairy dust lately? Please do. It'll come back to you.
That's so sweet! And I love the Fairy Dust analogy.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Sharon. There are all different forms of fairy dust! :)
DeleteLove this post!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks. It was a special way to end the day after the conference, for sure!
DeleteWhat a cool thing to happen.
ReplyDeleteI do love unexpected, sweet moments, as does everyone. Thanks!
DeleteThat's a great story. Maybe you should write a children's picture book about flip flops and dedicate it to Landrie. =)
ReplyDeleteI have too many other picture book drafts but I hope to see her again at school.
DeleteYou are just the sweetest person! I love this.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Tierney. She was a little doll. The chef came by later and said, "She will never forget tonight." He also gave her ice cream after she finished her meal. :)
DeleteWhat a great evening for you all! Wonderful. Thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteIt was a great way to end the evening after two busy conference days. Thanks.
DeleteI love this story. I need to sprinkle some fairy dust.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lisa. I enjoy sprinkling fairy dust!
DeleteI love the fairy dust. Making children smile, one at a time. Good work.
ReplyDeleteI love to inspire children and make them feel special because they are! Thanks.
DeleteThat is so precious! I can't wait to get your new picture book for Lady E!
ReplyDeleteAw, thanks. I can't wait for Lady E to read it! And you too. ;)
DeleteAw! What a sweet story! Got any fairy dust to spare? :) Congratulations on your upcoming book(s!!)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jan, and I have plenty of fairy dust left!
DeleteBeth, thank you for sharing your fairy dust with us, too. Delightful. It confirms/reconfirms us as writers when we encounter 'fans' like that little girl. What a treasure.
ReplyDeleteWell said, VJ. Thanks.
DeleteWhat a nice experience for you!
ReplyDeleteIt was for both of us. Thanks.
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