Have you ever wondered what the illness of an adult looks like from the perspective of a child? Join Sara as she describes her earliest memories of the illness and amputation her mother’s best friend experienced. It’s a great way to begin talking about illness with a young child because it’s a story filled with hope.
Posted by: marygarcia9 | February 7, 2011
A story of hope
Posted in Uncategorized | Tags: amputation, booboo, children's book about amputation, healing, illness, recovery
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You’re doing beautiful work inspired by love! I look forward to seeing this book and many more .. everywhere!
By: chris on February 18, 2011
at 10:08 pm
It was inspired by love, thank you for seeing that Chris.
By: marygarcia9 on March 15, 2011
at 4:55 pm
Some news I’d like to share about Boo-Boo’s New Leg:
So far there has been some controversy over the book and who it’s appropriate age level is. I had originally targeted the book to children aged 4 and up. However, some of the appointments I had set to read to the 4 yr groups were later canceled. Their reasons being that parts of the book were just too inappropriate for younger children. Needless to say, I was very disappointed. How does a parent talk their child about such a real and sensitive issue? I’ve received some very positive reviews of the book also. It is these reviews that I wish to use to fuel my efforts in introducing the subject to other children. This story will help many children understand what some of their fellow human beings have gone through in a sensitive and truthful way.
These are some of the events and happenings for the next couple of months:
On Saturday, March 12th, the Prosthetics Outreach Foundation will be hosting their annual “Steps to Healing” Dinner Gala and Auction. I have created and donated a painting to help them raise funds. Boo-Boo’s New Leg will hopefully be attending for viewing purposes only. A portion of my book royalties is being donated quarterly to the POF and ACA.
I will be attending Yonkers Montessori School on March 30, 2011 for Author Day. During my presentation I will read the story to the 4,5,6 class and answer the many questions I anticipate with this subject matter. I will be showing the children two of Boo-Boo’s past prostheses and Baby Boo-Boo Bear from the front cover.
The Amputee Coalition of America will be writing up an article about Boo-Boo’s New Leg to be featured in an upcoming issue of IN Motion Magazine. Possibly for the May/June issue. I’ll keep you informed.
By: marygarcia9 on March 10, 2011
at 5:33 pm
While i understand that a 4 year old child might not fully grasp the idea behind the book…it is still very important to talk about. It is never to early to teach anyone anything.
After reading the book to my 6 and almost 3 year old…we did have a discussion initiated by them – which is the ultimate goal when reading to children….dialogue.
By: Jackie Zannino on March 10, 2011
at 7:09 pm
I’m glad you took a chance on it even knowing about some of the sensitive spots in the story. You obviously value truth and giving your children the chance to accept it and ask about it. Keep up that dialogue Jackie, it gets even more complicated as they age- I ought to know, my son just turned 12.
By: marygarcia9 on March 15, 2011
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Mary, I’am so proud of what you accomplished. I know it hasn’t been easy getting your book together. but with all the support from friends,family and me
. It all work out. You certainly made a believer out of me. You will always have a special place in my heart forever.
By: Joseph on March 12, 2011
at 6:30 pm
You are my best friend and I couldn’t have done any of it without your emotional support and physical help during that two years. Words are not powerful enough to express it. Thanks for being the greatest husband and Dad to our children. I’m glad you’re a believer!
By: marygarcia9 on March 15, 2011
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According to the auction coordinator, Charla, the Prosthetics Outreach Foundation was able to raise a whopping $300,000.00 on March 12th to keep up with their inspiring work with amputees in impoverished countries around the world. I fear that Japan my now be added to their list of countries.
My painting “Lost But Found” sold for $70.00 (I was hoping for more) and my book, “Boo-Boo’s New Leg”
sold for $10.00. So my final contribution came to $80.00. As many of you know I am donating a portion of my book royalties to this exceptional organization as well as the Amputee Coalition of America.
Please continue to pass on the link to my book to others you know so that I may be able to raise more funds for them.
My deepest thanks again to Bobby Tingle for his inspiring photograph. Once again he’s helped me raise money for worthy causes!
By: marygarcia9 on March 18, 2011
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