A Dream Come True
Welcome! This is the first blog entry for my new site. Where Bluebirds Fly Alice, Ever After is a blog that will explore the world of children's literature, my passion in life. My dream come true would be for this to eventually turn into the site of my own children's bookstore. Until then, I will do my work here.
Recently, I got to see Kate DiCamillo speak at a theater in Somerville, MA. I am a huge Kate fan and this wasn't the first time I have heard her speak, however, this was by far the most memorable. Kate was in town to celebrate the 10th anniversary of her book Because of Winn Dixie. She read a bit of the book and answered questions about her writing. I could probably have answered these questions for her because I have seen her so often but the one that inspired me the most was one child who asked when she started writing. Her answer...in her mid-30s! Winn Dixie was the first book she ever wrote. It rocketed her into fame and on this particular evening we were going to watch the movie adaptation of her book. (The movie came out a few years ago.) How amazing to hear that it is not too late for my own dreams to start!
After Kate spoke, the movie started. It was a surreal and moving experience. The audience laughed, I cried, and we all clapped in unison with the music. How truly amazing to sit in an audience and witness one person's dream come true.
I know that this post doesn't have anything to do with literature directly but in the spirit of wishes and hopes, I encourage you all to pursue your own. Because, after all, "...if happy little bluebirds fly, beyond the rainbow, why, oh why, can't I?"
Recently, I got to see Kate DiCamillo speak at a theater in Somerville, MA. I am a huge Kate fan and this wasn't the first time I have heard her speak, however, this was by far the most memorable. Kate was in town to celebrate the 10th anniversary of her book Because of Winn Dixie. She read a bit of the book and answered questions about her writing. I could probably have answered these questions for her because I have seen her so often but the one that inspired me the most was one child who asked when she started writing. Her answer...in her mid-30s! Winn Dixie was the first book she ever wrote. It rocketed her into fame and on this particular evening we were going to watch the movie adaptation of her book. (The movie came out a few years ago.) How amazing to hear that it is not too late for my own dreams to start!
After Kate spoke, the movie started. It was a surreal and moving experience. The audience laughed, I cried, and we all clapped in unison with the music. How truly amazing to sit in an audience and witness one person's dream come true.
I know that this post doesn't have anything to do with literature directly but in the spirit of wishes and hopes, I encourage you all to pursue your own. Because, after all, "...if happy little bluebirds fly, beyond the rainbow, why, oh why, can't I?"
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| Me and Kate, after watching her movie - WITH HER. |
rock on, meg!!!! so excited for you!
ReplyDeleteI can see your dream becoming reality! I have been reading a lot of children's lit now that I am teaching k-3 library. I love it!
ReplyDeleteGood luck on this and if ever you need a guest reader I am there. I specialize (done it for WVCS elementary) Owl Moon (my soul favorite) and the Spider and Fly.
ReplyDeleteYou're an inspiration to me Megs :) At some point, all of us want to find more meaning in what we do everyday; and your bookstore would be awesome! In the theme of hope & inspiration, my first book suggestion is "Esperanza Rising" by Pam Munoz Ryan (good for grades 4-7, & depending on reading level).
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone! Mr. Nuthall...LOVE Spider and the Fly...see my latest post! Ang...met Pam Munoz Ryan in April. She rocks and I love that book as well!
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