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According to Einstein, “There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle.”

At Rochester’s 12th Annual Children’s Book Festival I sold a significant number of books. That was a small miracle. My cult group of readers is expanding. I had an excellent turn out in the Brighton Room for my show. I can’t wait to post those photos next month on my site. A former student teacher of mine showed up at my table. She seemed pleased to meet again.

A former parent of mine showed up in the audience. Her daughter, Donna, became a teacher and has two boys. Donna moved to another school district so that she could find a better school and teachers like “Mr. Sottile” who gave out warm fuzzies and really cared about kids. That heartfelt story made my day even brighter.

At the signing tables there was a steady flow of people all day from 10 am to 4 pm that walked in from the cold and raindrops. There was an array of activities and people to meet—44 authors and illustrators were gathered at Monroe Community College with stories and pictures that they had put a piece of themselves into. They shared what they hoped others would enjoy and appreciate. And everyone went home a little richer and, perhaps, wiser.

Carol Johmann, Festival Director and Media Contact, creates this miracle every November with help from her literary buddies and sponsors. All I can say is Bravo! Bravo! We probably had about 7,000 people attend. That’s no exaggeration.

Thank you, Carol, for making it all possible.

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