Fellow writer and blogger, Chrys Fey, is helping her mom spread the word about her children's book. Tara and I decided to join this hop and share a little about our own awesome moms.
Meet Cork. (Elizabeth's mom)
My mom passed away last year, but her memory and her lessons live on. My mom was never the average mom. She preferred time at the casino over time doing crafts. She was the queen of the off-color joke, and reality was often her biggest enemy. My mother was a dreamer and that was her greatest gift to me. My mom taught me to think big...to scoff at reality and create new ones with words. She also taught me that a person doesn't have to be perfect to be perfect. The quirks we try to smooth out in life are often the things that are most missed when we're gone.
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And this is DORIS (Tara's Mom)
I was lucky enough to have my mom (& dad) visit me this weekend for my middle son's graduation. I don't get to see my mom very often because we live so far apart. But she makes up for it by sending encouraging and supportive cards and notes throughout the year. My mom is creative, sweet, and caring beyond belief - she doesn't even know how much she inspires me! She is the best example of how to persevere through tough times I know and I wouldn't have made it in this world without her!
I was lucky enough to have my mom (& dad) visit me this weekend for my middle son's graduation. I don't get to see my mom very often because we live so far apart. But she makes up for it by sending encouraging and supportive cards and notes throughout the year. My mom is creative, sweet, and caring beyond belief - she doesn't even know how much she inspires me! She is the best example of how to persevere through tough times I know and I wouldn't have made it in this world without her!
And now, Chrys Fey's awesome Mama with her own book!
Title: Doctor
Mom
Author: Elaine
Kaye
Genre:
Picture
Story Book
Ages:
5-8
years
BLURB:
It’s Saturday, and Gregory Green can’t wait to have fun with his
dad on the riding lawnmower, but something is wrong. Sammy, his teddy
bear and best friend, won’t get out of bed. Gregory is worried when
he sees Sammy’s left leg is torn. This is a case for Doctor Mom!
Can they fix Sammy? And just how did Sammy get hurt in the first
place?
PRAISE
FOR DOCTOR MOM:
"Doctor
Mom is an adorable story that shows how Moms can fix anything--even
a torn limb on a beloved teddy bear! Children will enjoy the lovable
little bear who needs a stitch or two and his boy who plays dress-up
as a doctor." – Wanda Luthman, award-winning author of Little
Birdie Grows Up
"A
sweet and heartfelt tale kids can easily identify with, and all of
that with a wonderful touch of magic." – Tonja Drecker, reviewer
at Bookworm for Kids
BUY
LINK:
Elaine Kaye, author |
Elaine Kaye first created Gregory Green after her son, who loved her homemade pea soup, thus inspiring the story Pea Soup Disaster. Doctor Mom is the second book in A Gregory Green Adventure series and highlights something all moms and children can relate to; a beloved stuffed animal in need of a repair.
Kaye has worked as a library assistant and teacher's assistant in elementary schools in the Sunshine State. She currently lives in Florida, but she has called Michigan; Honolulu, Hawaii; and Okinawa, Japan home.She is a grandmother of three boys.
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Thanks for stopping by!
Liz & Tara
I’m sorry for your loss, Elizabeth! Your Mom was a wonderful woman.
ReplyDeleteYes, she was. Moms might leave this earth, but I think their spirits stick with us.
DeleteIn your mom's picture, I can see a twinkle in her eyes that says she was unique. So sorry for your recent loss. My mom died over 10 years ago. the loss is always with me.
ReplyDeleteThat is one of my favorite pictures of her. It does show her spirit. And she was in the kitchen...her favorite spot in the house.
DeleteI am sorry your mother is no longer with you. She sounds like quite the character, as is my mother, who lives hundreds of miles away. She usually comes for the summer, but I will miss her very much as her health does not allow her to come this year. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and Elaine's cute book.
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I'm so sorry to hear your mom can't visit. Be sure to call her often!
DeleteYes they are. My mom couldn't sing but she loved to sing. I was always telling her to hush. I would give anything to hear that off-key voice again singing anything. I'm sorry for you loss. Great picture.
ReplyDeleteCongrats Elaine!
I see you understand. It is the little things we miss the most.
DeleteWhat a wonderful mom and wise. I love the idea that a person doesn't have to be perfect to be perfect. Sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteWe can only be the best selves we can be.
DeleteLove the picture! @mirymom1 from
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That's a great picture of your mom! I can see that spark that made her unique, and I'll bet she was a fun and interesting person to know!
ReplyDeleteShe was a character. Most anyone who knew her loved her.
DeleteI love this book and I wish Elaine every success!
ReplyDeleteI'll have to grab a copy!
DeleteAwesome mums united by a great blog hop. I feel for those that have lost their formative light, and I smile with those that are still sharing their lives. Great memories ladies.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Elaine over another step on the authorial road.
https://rolandclarke.com/2018/05/21/doctor-mom-blog-hop/
Thanks, Roland. Beautifully said.
DeleteLovely tributes to your mothers, Liz and Tara. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes to Elaine on her new picture book. It looks adorable.
Thanks, Beverly. :)
DeleteElizabeth, so sorry for you loss. You had a lovely mom.
ReplyDeleteTara, you have a lovely mom, too.
Thank you both for participating!
Thanks, Elaine. We were happy to help. Best of luck with your book.
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