Everyone has a hero or heroine. Mary Eliza was mine. Irish to the core and full of spirit she was. This hard working, fun loving, train hopping, horse betting, genuine treasure was my grandmother. Get comfortable and enjoy her as I did (most of the time).

For ages 3-9... We all know them. They are all around us, those sometimes happy, sometimes hateful people. My friend labeled them PIZZARDS. He shared with me how to recognize them and what to do when they are nearby. I want to share that secret with you. Other books available by the author on-line or by order at your favorite book store are: . ANDY THE SOLDIER ANT TIMOTHY FIREFLY AND THE FOURTH OF JULY MARY ELIZA ANDY VISITS WASHINGTON, D. C. COWBOY DREAMS

For ages 3-9.... This is a poetic story of a little boy who lives on a cattle ranch. He wants to be a real cowboy someday. He dreams of the old west and fighting outlaws, of being the trail boss on a cattle drive, of riding a bull, owning his own ranch out west. His dad shares some secrets to help make his dream come true.

For ages 4-10... In the second adventure of ANDY THE SOLDIER ANT, Andy is on a mission for the Queen of the Ant Colony when he suddenly finds himself taken away from home. On a moving tour he'll never forget, he discovers a bright, beautiful city and the answer to satisfying his mission.

For ages 3-9. . The evening of the Fourth of July was one TIMOTHY the FIREFLY will remember always. Fireworks were the first surprise of the evening. The way home took on even more excitement and danger again and again. Oh, for the safety of home

For ages 3-9..Andy's mission is to guard the tiny ANT KINGDOM located on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D. C. One day Andy is surprised to find himself in the middle of a plan that could destroy his kingdom home. He must think fast and warn the Queen.