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Savvy indeed—that’s an impressive win!

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It sure was unexpected!

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“Birds in their little nests agree!” I never knew where that line came from but I’ve read it in other books—characters quoted it.

I love how your boys were impacted by that. I have a feeling my kiddos would have rolled their eyes and said, “Moooommm.” 😄 (On the other hand, my teen son and I both cried over the last chapter of The House at Pooh Corner, so they aren’t devoid of all feeling!

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Oh, the last chapter of The House at Pooh Corner. That is emotional for sure. What a sweet moment with your son!

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Thank you for sharing this, and how you dealt with their tears. I might have pressed it to find out what exactly made them cry, but it's probably best to let our kids feel things without always having to explain them.

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I wanted to know, but I also know my boys, and they sometimes can't put things into words as readily as their wordy mom. 😊

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Beautiful! A few recommendations: Boy Wanted by Frank Crane, What a Baby Costs by Edgar Guest, and The Perfect Dinner Table by Edgar Guest.

Honorable Mention: King Canute on the Seashore and For Want of a Horseshoe Nail both by William J. Bennett.

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Thank you! I will check these out!

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Oh wow, thank you Michelle! This tender (while still keeping it real) moment brought tears to my eyes. And I’ll take that encouragement as I continue drafting a new middle grade.

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You never know which kid will hear your story at the exact moment it's needed.

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Whoa, that survey at the end caught me off guard. I could almost wish for a title: Alarmed and stoked!

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Yes! Reminds me of the classic "nervous but excited" 😆

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Love that picture of your boys! 🤣

That sequence may have just played out in my living room with my boys minutes before reading this!

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Ha! Boys never fail to keep it interesting. I'm told that they mellow out as they get older. We'll see!

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